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I cover Android, the smart home, laptops, and mechanical keyboards for Gizmodo. You might've heard me on a podcast once.

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You Can Blame a Typo for Locking You Out of Your Chromebook

You Can Blame a Typo for Locking You Out of Your Chromebook

An extra ampersand killed the ability for some users to log into their Chrome OS devices.

Beta-Testing Car Software Sounds Like a Bad Idea

Beta-Testing Car Software Sounds Like a Bad Idea

You can now opt into the Android Auto beta, but there are a few reasons why you might not want to.

I Wanted to Love Framework’s Modular Laptop, but It’s Got Issues

I Wanted to Love Framework’s Modular Laptop, but It’s Got Issues

You can customize almost every part of this PC. Unfortunately, that doesn't make it good.

The Biggest Chromebook You Can Buy Is Extremely Basic

The Biggest Chromebook You Can Buy Is Extremely Basic

The 17-inch laptop is underpowered, but delivers when it comes to screen size.

Google Maps Now Helps You Avoid People on the Train

Google Maps Now Helps You Avoid People on the Train

The Maps app gets a few helpful features, like letting you know when the subway is too crowded to sit.

Verizon Finally Embraces RCS, Now the Lone Holdout Is Apple

Verizon Finally Embraces RCS, Now the Lone Holdout Is Apple

The carrier will switch to Android Messages as the default in 2022. All that's left is to get Apple on board.

Don't Worry, Windows 11 Will Run Google’s New Android App Bundles [Updated]

Don't Worry, Windows 11 Will Run Google’s New Android App Bundles [Updated]

Amazon announced that it's working on supporting Android's new file format.

Now You Can Delete the Last 15 Minutes of Your Google Search History on iOS

Now You Can Delete the Last 15 Minutes of Your Google Search History on iOS

If you have an iPhone, you can scrub your immediate search history.

The New Tamagotchi Is a Welcome Escape From the Everyday Dread of Adulting

The New Tamagotchi Is a Welcome Escape From the Everyday Dread of Adulting

Just be sure to keep batteries nearby because this thing eats through them like candy.

Microsoft Memorializes Clippy by Making It an Emoji

Microsoft Memorializes Clippy by Making It an Emoji

In jail no longer, Clippy will finally be set free as an emoji across Microsoft's apps.

Amazon Considered Developing an Alexa-Powered Smartwatch for Kids

Amazon Considered Developing an Alexa-Powered Smartwatch for Kids

Reportedly inspired by the Apple Watch, Amazon's rumored smartwatch would turn kids into customers.

Ring's Security Cameras Now Offer End-to-End Encryption, but You'll Have to Opt In

Ring's Security Cameras Now Offer End-to-End Encryption, but You'll Have to Opt In

Battery-powered video doorbells and cameras don't support the new feature.

You'll Be Able to Use a Stylus With Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3

You'll Be Able to Use a Stylus With Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3

The S Pen Pro will work with Samsung's next-gen foldable, which opens from a phone to a tablet.

Android 12's New Gaming Features Are Finally Catching Up

Android 12's New Gaming Features Are Finally Catching Up

You'll be able to play games as they're downloading and see a new game dashboard.

The Very Best Smart Home Gadgets

The Very Best Smart Home Gadgets

The gear to help you everything in your abode, from your vacuum to your lights.

Walmart's Knock-Off Chromecast Is Nearly As Good As the Real Thing

Walmart's Knock-Off Chromecast Is Nearly As Good As the Real Thing

It's one of the cheapest ways to get Google's TV experience in your home, although there are some drawbacks.

Test Your Android Phone’s Water Resistance With This Handy App

Test Your Android Phone’s Water Resistance With This Handy App

This is a good way to see if your phone can survive a dunk in the pool.

This Is the Cheapest Way to Get Good Mesh Wifi in Your Home

This Is the Cheapest Way to Get Good Mesh Wifi in Your Home

You don't need to splurge on pricey home wifi systems if you just want to set up a basic mesh network.

Don't Update Your Chromebook Yet

Don't Update Your Chromebook Yet

A bug in the latest version of Chrome OS is reportedly causing some Chromebooks to slow to a crawl.

People Who Hate Walled Gardens Aren’t Going to Like Where Google’s Taking the Play Store

People Who Hate Walled Gardens Aren’t Going to Like Where Google’s Taking the Play Store

Google's proprietary Android App Bundles run the risk of closing the platform's open borders.