About Andy Betts
Andy is a freelance writer and former section editor for Android at MUO. He's been writing about consumer tech since the early 2000s for a wide range of publications, and has a passion for all things mobile.
Latest Articles
The Samsung Galaxy Flip4 Looks Like It'll Have a Less Obvious Crease in the Screen
A new video hands-on suggests a smaller hinge and less obvious crease are among the changes to the next version of the popular folding phone.
Google Is About to Stop You Using Android Auto on Your Phone
Get ready to switch to Driving Mode in Google Assistant, because Google is set to kill off the Android Auto mobile app for everyone.
Galaxy Z Fold4 Specs Leak in Full, and Not Much Is Changing
Leaked specs for the Galaxy Z Fold4 say the new foldable phone will only be an incremental update, with a small battery and crease in the screen.
We Now Know the Nothing Phone (1) Launch Date and Price
The Nothing Phone (1) looks set to launch on July 21st at a price around $500, according to new leaks.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 Will Give Android Flagships Faster Speeds and Longer Battery Life
The Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 processors from Qualcomm are set to power the next generation of flagship and mid-range Android phones.
How to Make Your Mac Boot From a USB Drive
Booting your Mac from USB lets you fix boot issues or keep an extra copy of macOS for testing. Here's how to boot a Mac from USB.
How to Remove Permissions From Android Apps You Rarely Use
Google Play Protect makes it easy to safeguard your privacy by automatically removing permissions from apps you don't use very often.
The 10 Best Free Adobe Photoshop Plugins for Your Creative Suite
Photoshop plugins and extensions are an easy way to add functionality to the leading image processing app and to improve your workflow.
How to Put a Shortcut to Your Selfie or Video Camera on Your Android Home Screen
Want to quickly launch your front-facing camera or video camera? Here's how to create shortcuts to them on the home screen of your Android phone.
How to Install a Custom ROM on Your Android Device
Ready to revitalize your Android phone or tablet? By flashing a custom ROM you can keep your device up to date and add a whole range of new features.
Are RAM Drives Faster Than SSDs? 5 Things You Must Know
RAM drives might be faster than SSDs, but at what cost? Here's what you need to know before committing to RAM drives all the way.
PC Benchmark Tests: What Are They, And Do They Actually Matter?
You can find all manner of benchmarking charts online, but what do they all actually mean?
NAS vs. the Cloud: Which Remote Storage Is Right for You?
Network Attached Storage (NAS) straddles the line between a local hard drive and cloud storage, and gives you the benefits of both.
Is It Still Cheaper to Build Your Own PC?
How much does it cost to build your own PC these days? Compared to pre-built models, are the savings worth the effort? We investigate.
Don't Panic! Everything You Need to Know About Kernel Panics
If you’ve used a computer, you will have no doubt encountered the Blue Screen of Death, or a kernel panic, where the machine restarts without warning, costing you all your work.
Hard Drives, SSDs, Flash Drives: How Long Will Your Storage Media Last?
How long will hard drives, SSDs, flash drives continue to work, and how long will they store your data if you use them for archiving?
Google Play Family Library: Share Your Paid Apps, Movies, and More on Android
You can share your paid apps, movies, calendars, and more with your family using Google's built-in Family Library feature on Android.
How to Print From an Android Phone or Tablet
Want to print directly from your Android phone or tablet? Don't worry, the process is simple.
How to Create a Locked Folder in Google Photos (and Why You Should)
Learn how to use the Locked Folder feature in Google Photos, and also how to move your private photos to a new phone.
The Best Two-Way Walkie Talkie Apps for Android and iPhone
In search of the best walkie talkie apps? Here are some great two-way radio apps for iPhone and Android.