LG V60 in 2022: Still the most feature complete…

It’s always fun to revisit the last generation of LG phones, but at the same time, it’s a little sad to see how much we’ve lost on premium tier phones.

LG stopped producing phones in 2020. They went out on a high note. The V60, Velvet, and Wing were a terrific trio, highlighting everything we enjoy about LG design and innovation.

The memory of LG doesn’t reflect the actual products released by the brand.

Ask a techie about the label, and you’re likely to get replies joking about “boot loops” and a poor track record for updates. Unless someone spent actual time with the brand, it was easy to overlook the significant improvements to build quality and support.

It would be like making an “all Samsungs explode” joke today. A lazy joke in poor taste.

What’s been most interesting to see, LG’s best years for software support arrived after the company shuttered their smartphone division. Continue reading “LG V60 in 2022: Still the most feature complete…”

NEW Pixel 6A Review | Low price and new features!

It’s 26 minutes long.
We have a LOT to talk about. 
This phone is a stellar competitor in the mid-price phone tier, but I am a little anxious about who might most enjoy it. Powerhouse performance is GREAT, but that battery tho… 
Let’s chat! 

Continue reading “NEW Pixel 6A Review | Low price and new features!”

TCL Stylus 5G: Save Cash, Get Work Done!

TCL Stylus 5G review!

A good productivity phone shouldn’t break the bank! This is a cheap, often found online for free on contract, that punches well above its price tag. Does it have the right compromises for YOUR needs?

Let’s take a look! Continue reading “TCL Stylus 5G: Save Cash, Get Work Done!”

Android 12 Desktop Mode: Use a Phone as PC, but Where’s the Progress?

Catching up on the state of the Android desktop mode, what improvements have we seen on Android 12? Our phones are insanely powerful, but where can we USE that power? If you were hoping to use a phone to replace your desktop or laptop, what phones are currently the best options?

Let’s dig in! Let’s get NERDY! Continue reading “Android 12 Desktop Mode: Use a Phone as PC, but Where’s the Progress?”

Vivo iQOO 9 Pro Review: Cancel Your Galaxy S22 Pre-Order?

Vivo iQOO 9 Pro Review! It’s here!

A hotrod phone with a rally car paint job! Vivo delivers a POWERHOUSE device, that’s a clear price competitor against the Galaxy S22+, and brings some fun perks to the table!

Let’s take it for a spin around the track! Continue reading “Vivo iQOO 9 Pro Review: Cancel Your Galaxy S22 Pre-Order?”

Android 12 Broke ALL My Benchmarks: Scoped Storage Rant

This is a little ugly. For those who want a TLDR, the video above should help explain.

I’m trying to run some newer phones through my slate of tests to grade performance. The results don’t compare favorably to similar tier phones I’ve tested in the past.

Everything has gotten more complicated to test AND scores are lower. I think I’ve found the main culprit.

Scoped Storage.

Android used to have a fairly open file system. It was blissfully easy to access most files on your phone. It was a huge power user advantage over iOS. Continue reading “Android 12 Broke ALL My Benchmarks: Scoped Storage Rant”

XPERIA 5 iii Review: The Little Smartphone That Could!

XPERIA 5 iii Review!

It’s FINALLY HERE in the USA!

Have you been looking for a smaller premium Android phone? Do you want a phone with lifestyle features like a headphone jack or memory card expansion?

This might be your last chance to vote with your wallet…

More info on the XPERIA 5iii – https://bhpho.to/3HXMfuX Continue reading “XPERIA 5 iii Review: The Little Smartphone That Could!”

Pixel 6 Pro Camera: 4 Things it Gets Right (and 5 Things it Gets Wrong)

I’m gonna gear up for the camera deep dive following this major update next week.

In the meantime, let’s take a look at some of these early experiences. There are SO many things this phone gets right, and there are some things that I HOPE will be addressed in future updates. Maybe there’s one thing I think is just gonna be a hardware issue.

We’ve got a LOT to talk about… Continue reading “Pixel 6 Pro Camera: 4 Things it Gets Right (and 5 Things it Gets Wrong)”