Stories by Michael Simon

Chrome OS’s new tablet mode is a lot more like Android (and the iPad)

Google has resumed Chrome OS updates, and its first one will bring big changes to tablet mode.

Samsung unveils low-cost Galaxy A-Series phones to reverse U.S. smartphone slump

Samsung launches six new A-Series phones to target the low- and mid-range markets with big screens, multiple cameras, and 5G.

Face unlock on the Pixel 4 just gained an important security feature you need to turn on

Google has finally added an attention awareness feature to Face unlock on the Pixel 4. Here's how to turn it on.

Wait, TCL now makes phones? Yes, and the 10 Series has a premium design at an affordable price

TCL is best known for its TVs, but has officially launched a trio of new phones: the 10L, 10 Pro, and 10 5G. The design looks great, and the price is nice, but specs are decidedly mid-range.

How to use your Android phone as a webcam for video conferencing and virtual meetings

If you need a webcam in a pinch, here's how your Android phone can pitch in.

How to share your Android phone’s mobile connection by tethering or hotspot

If you need to get Wi-Fi on your laptop in a jiffy, your Android phone can help.

Killed by Apple: Dark Sky isn't alone in Cupertino's Android app graveyard

Apple, please stop buying our favorite Android apps and killing them.

How Huawei’s flagship P40 Pro could still impact premium Android phones in the U.S.

Huawei's P40 Series won't be sold in the United States and doesn't have Google apps, but its presence will still impact the Android-verse.

How YubiKey Bio could make remote security concerns a thing of the past

Yubico will soon be launching its first biometric-powered security key, and in our new work-from-home world, it could be the way of the future.

Google Chrome terms of service are changing on March 31: Here’s what’s new

Google has updated its Chrome and Chrome OS terms of service as of March 31, 2020. Here's everything users need to know.

Samsung brings Galaxy S20 features to the S10 and Note 10 as sales slump

Samsung has already begun rolling out its annual feature update to the S10 and Note 10, months earlier than usual.

2020 iPad Pro review roundup: No reason to rush to upgrade

The new iPad Pro brings a speedier chip, better microphones, and a new camera array, but early reviewers find little actual reason to upgrade if you already have one.

Why I bought a high-priced Wi-Fi 6 router: Speed, speed, and more speed

You might balk at buying a high-end Wi-Fi 6 router because they cost so much than Wi-Fi 5 models, but you'll find it's worth the investment.

Razer will make a million masks to help fight coronavirus

Razer CEO Min-Liang Tan has announced that the company will be making and donating up to a million masks to help slow the spread of COVID-19.

How to turn your iPhone or Android phone into the ultimate work from home device

Go from time sucker into a productivity tool.