Andrew Heinzman

Step aside, no-name emulation apps. RetroArch is now available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. It's free to use, it doesn't contain ads, and it supports both touchscreen and controller input.

We're just a few months away from the launch of Google's next flagship phone, the Pixel 9. But if you want a great Google phone, you don't need to wait for the next flagship—you'll be just as happy with the $500 Pixel 8a.

We're closing in on the PS5's fourth anniversary. Rumor has it that a "Pro" version of the console will arrive in time for the holiday season, but I couldn't care less. My PS4 Pro still fulfills all of my gaming needs.

Google is celebrating the launch of its Find My Device network. And, interestingly, the company now says that Pixel 8 devices can be located even when their batteries are drained.

Now that Android's Find My Device network is off the ground, Chipolo is launching a pair of AirTag-like tracking devices that are specially designed for wallets and bags. The Chipolo ONE Point and CARD Point arrive May 17th, just in time for summer vacation.

In an unexpected twist, Apple now says that retro game emulators are allowed on the App Store. The updated policy may bring emulators like RetroArch or Dolphin to the iPhone, depending on how Apple interprets its somewhat vague guidelines.

Samsung no longer provides monthly security updates for Galaxy S20 or Note 20 smartphones. These devices have been demoted to quarterly updates, with support ending in March or April of 2025.

After a year-long delay, Google has finally turned on the Android Find My Device network. This network, which is currently limited to Google Play Services beta testers, provides offline device tracking for smartphones, tablets, and small AirTag-like trackers.

Tired of plugging in your phone before every drive? AAWireless now provides a quick compatibility checker that tells you whether your vehicle will work with a wireless Android Auto adapter.

Samsung is preparing to launch the 2024 Galaxy Tab S9 Lite, a mid-range tablet with an integrated S Pen stylus. Arriving March 28th in some regions, the tablet may be a good option for entertainment or casual work, though it's basically identical to its predecessor.

Never ask a Samsung phone owner how long it takes to install an update. Most Android smartphones install system updates in the background, but Samsung devices still perform updates the old-fashioned way. Fortunately, this appears to be changing, at least in some new and upcoming Galaxy phones.

Google appears to be testing external monitor support for the Pixel 8 smartphone. The Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 update allows you to connect a Pixel 8 to an external display for screen mirroring and a desktop-like interface.

Motorola is preparing to launch the latest versions of its Moto G Power and Moto G smartphones. These devices, which clock in at a respective $300 and $200, offer some premium features and specs at a lower price than the competition.

Adobe is bringing more of its Firefly generative AI features to mobile devices. The new Adobe Express app beta, which will eventually replace the standard Adobe Express app, includes AI-powered features like Generative Fill and Text to Image effects. It also supports real-time collaboration with the desktop version of Express.

Waze is introducing new alerts for speed limit changes, toll booths, sharp turns, emergency vehicles, and more. The navigation app will also provide new insights when planning routes or searching for parking. Most of these improvements will arrive on Android and iOS by the end of March 2024.

Three years ago, Android app support was touted as a major selling point for Windows 11. But Microsoft is making a complete heel-turn. It's officially ending support for the Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA), and it will completely shutter the PC-based Amazon Appstore on March 5th, 2025.

Mozilla is slowly converting K-9 Mail into Thunderbird for Android. Now, in the latest K-9 Mail release (6.800), Mozilla rectifies the app's awkward account setup process to provide a more friendly experience. The update also includes some minor changes and bugfixes.

The latest Pixel Feature Drop is here, and with it comes several improvements for the Pixel smartphone and smartwatch. Some of these new features are exclusive to the Pixel family, while others will be generally available on Android or Watch OS in the future.

The Galaxy Watch and Pixel Watch now offer on-wrist transit directions with Google Maps. Plus, the Google Wallet smartwatch app can now access boarding passes, gym membership cards, concert tickets, and other items from your smartphone.

Cooler Master just launched the MK770, a highly customizable mechanical keyboard with a unique sense of style. The MK770 should appeal to both casual users and enthusiasts, as it focuses on comfort without sacrificing high-end features, such as hot-swappable switches and per-key lighting.

Most smartwatches struggle to last 24 hours on a single charge. But the newly-released OnePlus Watch 2 boasts a maximum 100-hour battery life. This shocking accomplishment comes courtesy of the "hybrid interface" in Wear OS 4, meaning that a 100-hour battery may become commonplace in new Android smartwatches.

NVIDIA's GeForce Experience and Control Panel are merging into a single, unified app. Available today in beta, the new NVIDIA app provides driver updates, per-game settings, a reworked gaming overlay, new AI-powered filters, and more.

Shazam now allows you to identify in-app music while wearing headphones. This feature is tailored toward TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube users who need a convenient way to identify songs. It works with wired or Bluetooth headphones on iOS and Android.

A new upscaling feature is quietly making its way to the Samsung Gallery app. This feature, which requires the latest Photo Editor update, uses AI to increase an image's resolution and clarity. It may be useful when close-cropping a photograph or deciphering an image with illegible text.

It's been two years since Apple moved Safari's address bar to the bottom of the iPhone's screen. Now, after a long wait, Google is following in Apple's footsteps. A new setting in the Chrome iOS app moves its address bar to the bottom of your screen. This setting is optional and disabled by default.

After plenty of teasers, the Galaxy S24 lineup has finally been revealed. It's an iterative upgrade, but it's the first Galaxy release to include seven years of OS and security updates. That said, if you're a hardcore Samsung Galaxy fan hoping for massive hardware upgrades, you'd better hop into a time machine and skip to 2025.

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 looks great, but it ain't cheap. That's why Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab A9 and A9+ last year. These affordable tablets integrate with the Samsung ecosystem and offer a wealth of important features, though they aren't quite as flashy as the S9 series, and now the Tab A9+ is available in the United States.

After years of resistance, Apple now agrees to support the RCS messaging standard. This will greatly improve communications between iOS and Android users, likely when sending photos, videos, or location data. The adoption of RCS may also ease complaints of "green bubbles" in group chats, though RCS still lacks many of Apple's iMessage-exclusive features.

Vivaldi browser for iPhone and iPad launched just over a month ago, but it's already getting a big update with tab pinning, search engine shortcuts, bug fixes, and more. These features were already available on desktop and other platforms, and they're a welcome addition to Apple's mobile ecosystem.

The latest iteration of Motorola's ultra-affordable Moto G Play arrives on February 8th. It looks to be an excellent upgrade over its predecessor, and at $150, it's actually $20 cheaper than last year's model.