Jay Bonggolto
Jay Bonggolto always keeps a nose for news. He has been writing about consumer tech and apps for as long as he can remember, and he has used a variety of Android phones since falling in love with Jelly Bean. When he's not writing, he likes to spend time outside, stealing scenes with his phone camera. Send him a direct message via Twitter or LinkedIn.
Latest articles by Jay Bonggolto
Telegram now lets anyone transcribe voice messages for free
By Jay Bonggolto published
A huge update Telegram has released a ton of new features, while free users now get access to capabilities that used to be only for Premium users.
WhatsApp might have a big screen sharing improvement up its sleeve
By Jay Bonggolto published
Meta added screen sharing to WhatsApp this year, but you can't share your device's audio yet. New clues suggest that might change soon.
Your Android phone might soon double as a webcam for your Windows laptop
By Jay Bonggolto published
Android's Continuity Camera Code found in the Link to Windows app hints that Microsoft might let you use your Android phone as a video stream for your laptop.
Google drops some holiday love for Android, Wear OS, and Google TV devices
By Jay Bonggolto published
feature bundle Google has unveiled a bunch of new ways to personalize your Android, Wear OS, and Google TV devices.
Spotify Wrapped 2023 hooks you up to your musical soulmate city
By Jay Bonggolto published
Wrapped 2023 is here Get ready to relive your 2023 listening journey as Spotify Wrapped has landed.
Android 14's screenshot detection system shows off its skills for the first time
By Jay Bonggolto published
beware screenshot-takers Android 14 has a new feature for sniffing out when you take a screenshot, and some apps are already on board with it.
Evernote is putting free users on a strict diet with its latest experiment
By Jay Bonggolto published
playing Scrooge Evernote is testing the waters with a restricted free plan, hoping to nudge users towards a paid subscription.
Your favorite WhatsApp privacy feature on desktop is back after a long break
By Jay Bonggolto published
Ephemeral media is back After a year-long absence, Meta is bringing back the ‘View Once’ feature for photos and videos to WhatsApp web and desktop.
The Google Pixel 8 Pro gets an AI boost with its first AI Core update
By Jay Bonggolto published
a brain boost Google's Pixel 8 series is all about AI, and the Pro model just got its first update for the built-in AI Core app.
The Galaxy A15 is Samsung's first entry-level phone with OLED screen
By Jay Bonggolto published
Affordable OLED Walmart has spilled the beans on the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G, showing off its specs, price, and design, but it's not available for purchase just yet.
Google Maps' updated color scheme graces Android Auto as well
By Jay Bonggolto published
fancy new colors Google Maps has gotten a fresh coat of paint, and now that new look is also available on Android Auto.
Google's Assistant At a Glance widget is crashing on a bunch of Android phones
By Jay Bonggolto published
Acting up Google's At a Glance seems to be having a bit of a meltdown on a number of Android phones when you try to add the widget to your home screen.
Google says Pixel 8 display bumps are normal
By Jay Bonggolto last updated
Pixel pimples Some Pixel 8 and 8 Pro users are reporting tiny bumps and dents under their phone screens, and it seems like some internal components are causing these imperfections.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra leak shows a chunkier design and a flat screen
By Jay Bonggolto published
Sneak peek Early snaps of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra have surfaced, revealing its design ahead of its official launch.
Dbrand and JRE are dragging Casetify into court over skin design rip-offs
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caught red-handed Dbrand is slapping Casetify with a lawsuit, claiming it swiped the teardown designs used for its smartphone and laptop skins.
The RedMagic 9 Pro's global launch date has been confirmed
By Jay Bonggolto published
Mark your calendars The RedMagic 9 Pro packs the latest and greatest, from the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 to shoulder keys, RGB fans, and more.
OnePlus' new AI tool thinks you're Beethoven reborn
By Jay Bonggolto published
a fun distraction Now you can create your own symphony without the need for a music degree, thanks to OnePlus’ new AI tool.
Spotify worked out a sweet deal with Google to avoid Play Store fees
By Jay Bonggolto published
Way too kind Spotify's sweet deal with Google has been exposed in the ongoing Epic v. Google trial, revealing an agreement that's way too generous.
YouTube punishes ad-blocker users with slower videos on all browsers
By Jay Bonggolto published
a snail's pace YouTube is dragging its feet in loading videos for non-Chrome users who have ad-blockers enabled, giving them an agonizingly slow viewing experience.
YouTube's new AI is cranking out music using voices from real singers
By Jay Bonggolto published
AI music YouTube is playing mad scientist with the Dream Track feature, part of a lineup of music AI tools that can whip up tunes from mere text prompts and your questionable humming skills.
Google Pixel phones' seamless updates are finally shedding their snail-like pace
By Jay Bonggolto published
catching up Google’s first Pixel phones were ahead of their time with seamless updates, but they took forever to install them. Now, Google is finally speeding things up.
Some Galaxy S22 owners finally get the stable One UI 6 update
By Jay Bonggolto published
Feeling exclusive A few Samsung Galaxy S22 owners can finally ditch the beta blues and enjoy the official One UI 6 release, but there's a caveat.
The Google Pixel 8's Adobe raw support gives its camera a snazzy upgrade
By Jay Bonggolto published
Took 'em long enough Google's Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro now boast Adobe raw support, providing users with advanced editing options.
Google Messages is trying out profile discovery and new customization features
By Jay Bonggolto published
your branding moment Google Messages is testing a new feature that lets you create a profile with your name and photo so people can easily find you across Google's ecosystem.