Articles by Andrew Myrick

There are a plethora of wireless security cameras on the market to choose from, and the task can be a bit daunting when you’re looking for the best security camera for your home. Things get messier when you’re trying to find a security camera with specific features, such as being wireless and including 2-way audio capabilities. Luckily, we have done the hard work and compiled a list of the best wireless security cameras with 2-way audio.

Best of the best

Arlo Pro 3 Spotlight Camera – 2 Camera Security System

Staff Pick

The Arlo Pro 3 is arguably one of the best wireless security systems available today. Although the price may drive some away, the pros far outweigh the cons, especially with the ability to record 2K HDR video, along with an integrated spotlight and “color” night vision. Plus, the Pro 3 includes a free Arlo Smart trial, which adds even more abilities to this impressive security camera system.

$306 at Amazon

Indoor or outdoor

Nest Cam (2021)

The new Nest Cam …

Shred the paper password manager

In an age where passwords are everywhere and you absolutely cannot remember them all, password managers are a necessary evil. The one you pick needs to balance price, features, design, and UI — and of course, it needs to be secure.

If your passwords get compromised in a server penetration or an encryption error, then you have to change your passwords for everything. These managers are the best of the bunch, with each having unique strengths and feature flavorings in their desire to stand out and deliver the most secure, satisfactory experience you can have.

The top 3 apps

1. 1Password
2. Dashlane
3. LastPass

More options

Enpass
Microsoft Authenticator
Google Passwords
RememBear
NordPass
Bitwarden

These are the best Android password managers

1Password has taken a long, winding road to get to Android prominence, but the once Apple-only app is now intuitive and at feature-parity with its iOS counterpart.

If you’re looking for a beau…

So long, sweet Pixels

What you need to know

Google has discontinued both the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G
This comes a few days after the Pixel 5a was announced.
The Pixel 4a will remain available for the time being.

In a move that was expected, Google has confirmed that the Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G have been discontinued. The Google Pixel 5a was announced earlier this week and will replace both handsets in the company’s current lineup of devices. As an alternative for those who want one of the best cheap Android phones, the standard Pixel 4a will remain available from Google and other retailers.

The news was first reported by Digital Trends. In a statement provided to Android Central, a Google spokesperson offered the following:

With our current forecasts, we expect Google Store in the U.S. to sell out of Pixel 4a (5G) and Pixel 5 in the coming weeks following the launch of Pixel 5a (5G). The Pixel 5a (5G) is a great option for customers and delivers valuable hardware upgrades c…

Although there’s an all-new PET film and IPX8 water resistance on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, you can never be too careful. Samsung even upgraded the Cover Screen, bringing its 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. So if you want to make sure both displays are protected forever, we’ve rounded up the best Galaxy Z Fold 3 screen protectors.

No compromises

Olixar Screen Protector (2-pack)

Staff Pick

This two-pack of screen protectors from Olixar offers great protection for the inner display of your Galaxy Z Fold 3. There’s an oleophobic coating along with anti-scratch protection to ensure that your screen won’t get all mucked up. Plus, Olixar ensures that you’ll still be able to use the Z Fold 3 as you would expect, thanks to the ultra-thin design.

$25 at Amazon

Front and main

Ferilinso Flexible TPU Screen Protector (4-pack)

With this four-pack of screen protectors from Ferilinso, you’ll not only be able to keep the main screen from scratches, but this includes screen protecto…

More robust

Samsung S Pen Pro

$100 at Samsung

Pros

Bluetooth enabled
Can be located with Samsung SmartThings
Compatible with any S Pen-enabled device
Capable of using Air Actions

Cons

Expensive
Needs to be re-charged

If you want the best S Pen ever made, along with more features than you’ll ever use, then the S Pen Pro is the way to go. It features built-in Bluetooth and works with all of Samsung’s devices that include S Pen support.

For the Fold

Samsung S Pen Fold Edition

$50 at Samsung

Pros

Less expensive
Lighter and shorter
No need to charge
Can be used with Air Commands
Included with S Pen Folio Cover

Cons

Only works with the Galaxy Z Fold 3
Unable to use Air Actions

WIth the S Pen Fold Edition, you’ll be missing out on a few features such as Air Actions. But without a built-in Bluetooth chip, this means you won’t have to worry about keeping it charged. Plus it’s been specifically designed for the Galaxy Z Fold 3.

Despite being announced alon…

What you need to know

Android 12 Beta source code shows four devices using a Samsung modem.
Two of the devices are said to be the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
The third, “Passport,” is the alleged codename for the Pixel Fold.

According to the source code found in the Android 12 Beta, references to a device codenamed “Passport” have been revealed. This codename is likely that of the rumored Pixel Fold that Google could be gearing up to release before the end of the year.

In a tweet by cstark27 (via FrontPageTech), there are references to four devices that make use of an unannounced Samsung Exynos modem. This modem features a model number of “g5123b,” which would align with Samsung’s most current processor, the “5123A.”

Oriole, Raven, Passport, “Slider” are 4 out of 5 devices that have a modem referenced as “g5123b”. The most recent Samsung Exynos (“shannon”) modem is 5123A. Can’t confirm the last one right now.— cstark27 (@Cstark_27) August 11, 2021

Two of the devices reference…

Android 11 comes just a month before Android 12 arrives.

What you need to know

OnePlus is releasing OxygenOS 11 based on Android 11 to the OnePlus 6 and 6T.
This comes about a month after the first Android 11 Open Beta was released for these devices.
The company confirmed the OTA update is part of a staged rollout before it’s released to everyone.

On the same day that we get Android 12 Beta 4, OnePlus finally releases the stable version of Android 11 for the OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. This comes after the first Open Beta for Android 11 was released at the beginning of last month. And with it, expect to see a lot of changes.

The changelog provided by OnePlus is pretty long, but that’s not unsurprising given that the OnePlus 6 and 6T are taking things up to 11 with this release. Here’s a list of some of the biggest features included with OxygenOS 11:

Redesigned user interface.
UI enhancements to the Stock Camera app.
Canvas feature that draws a wireframe picture to be used on th…

Keeping your Google Account as secure as possible

What you need to know

Google has announced two new Titan Security Keys, one with USB-A and the other with USB-C.
Pricing for the Titan Security Key with NFC starts at $30 and is available today.
The older Bluetooth Titan Security Key is being discontinued.

As Google continues pushing new security features to Android 12, the company has announced a new lineup of the Titan Security Key. There are two variants available, one for those using a USB-A port and the other for those using USB-C. These Titan Security Keys also offer built-in NFC for two-factor authentication.

In addition to introducing these new security key options, Google confirmed that it will be discontinuing the Bluetooth Titan Security Key. Instead, the company states that it will be “focusing on the easier and more widely available NFC compatibility.” But if you already own one of the now-discontinued Bluetooth Security Keys, Google states that it will continue t…

When Google announced Chrome OS 90 back in April, the company added a brand new Diagnostics app. As expected, the app makes it easy to analyze the best Chromebooks to identify any potential problems that you may be experiencing.

How to use the Diagnostics app on a Chromebook

Performing a diagnostics test was available before Chrome OS 90 was announced, but it required you to view an internal system page. Now, you have a dedicated app that presents diffrent bits of information regarding the battery, CPU, and Memory. Here’s how you can access the Diagnostics app:

With your Chromebook unlocked, click the Time in the bottom right corner.
Select Settings.
Click About Chrome OS.
Select Diagnostics.

Another way that you can access the Diagnostics app is by pressing the launcher key on your keyboard and typing Diagnostics in the search bar. Press the Enter key, and it’ll take you right to the Diagnostics page.

As we stated above, there are three different areas in the Diagno…

It’s tough to get back into rooting when you’ve been away for so long

When the idea for this article came about, it was because I was excited to explore the world of rooting again with the OnePlus 9 Pro. The 9 Pro has been my go-to phone whenever my hands get too tired from holding my massive Galaxy Z Fold 2. It’s a complete powerhouse, even if OnePlus decided to intentionally throttle the performance of some of the best Android apps.

But things have taken a bit of a turn in recent days, which have me feeling a bit disappointed. Let me explain what happened when I tried to root and install a custom ROM on my OnePlus 9 Pro.

Early beginnings

Unlike some other writers here at Android Central, my foray into Android didn’t start with the T-Mobile G1. I dabbled around with the HTC-made T-Mobile G2, but the unreliable keyboard hinges pushed me back into the world of iOS and Apple. I really didn’t get into Android until the HTC Evo 4G was released, complete with its shoddy “WiMAX” conn…