JR Raphael

United States

Contributing Editor at Computerworld

Founder/Editorial Director at The Intelligence

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A handy new Android memory superpower

1 week ago | computerworld.com | JR Raphael

Oh ye Android-appreciating animal, allow me to introduce you to a crafty little creation called Snapseek. Snapseek is a simple Android app that’s similar on the surface to Microsoft’s eternally under-development Windows Recall feature — only as an optional external add-on, the privacy worries surrounding it seems far less pronounced (and the app provides plenty of assurances about how it protects you, too).
This slick new service puts ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Wikipedia on the map

1 week ago | devicedaily.com | JR Raphael

This slick new service puts ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Wikipedia on the map Take Google Maps, add a dash of ChatGPT, a pinch of Perplexity, and a hint of Wikipedia—and PamPam is what you get.
This great free tool brings Pixel-quality image sharpening to any device

1 week ago | fastcompany.com | JR Raphael

It really is mind-blowing how much incredible stuff we can do with images these days. ’Twasn’t long ago, after all, that advanced image adjustments required pricey desktop-computer software and super-specific knowledge. These days, we’ve got an endless array of awesome options at our fingertips for making practically any image look amazing—without investing a single dime or ounce of energy.
The problem with Google's Pixel 9a

1 week ago | computerworld.com | JR Raphael

Let’s get one thing out of the way first: Google’s Pixel 9a is one heck of a device. I’ve had the latest Pixel gizmo in my man-claws for a couple o’ weeks now, thanks to a loaner review unit provided by Google.
A wild new way to think about Android apps

2 weeks ago | computerworld.com | JR Raphael

My fellow Android-appreciating animal, allow me to introduce to a crafty little creation called Hermit. And no, it isn’t just an endearing nickname for antisocial homebodies like yours truly (though thanks for noticing!). Hermit is an Android-specific resource that makes it incredibly easy to transform any website into a functioning “app” of sorts — only leaning entirely on its web version, without all the asterisks we just went over.
This app sends faxes for free from your iPhone, Android device, Mac, or PC

4 weeks ago | devicedaily.com | JR Raphael

This app sends faxes for free from your iPhone, Android device, Mac, or PC Faxing may be antiquated, but it’s also sometimes unavoidable—and it doesn’t have to be a hassle. Nowadays, when you hear someone talk about faxing, there’s a decent chance it’s the punchline to a groan-inducing dad joke. (Not that I would ever be guilty of such silliness, of course.
20 advanced Android 15 tips

1 month ago | computerworld.com | JR Raphael

Like many recent Android versions, Android 15 may seem subtle on the surface. And, to be fair, it certainly isn’t the sort of dramatic interface reinvention we’ve seen from Google in the past. But that doesn’t mean it’s short on efficiency-enhancing treats just waiting to be found. In fact, most of Android 15’s most noteworthy advancements are things you’d never even notice if you didn’t know where to look.
Gee whiz, Gboard! An invaluable new Android typing upgrade

1 month ago | computerworld.com | JR Raphael

Ahh — don’t you just love the feeling of a fresh ‘n’ zesty virtual upgrade? Here in the land o’ Android, that doesn’t mean only major new Android versions (and, alas, the woeful waiting that often accompanies ’em).
This scrappy search upstart is getting thousands of people to give up Google

1 month ago | devicedaily.com | JR Raphael

This scrappy search upstart is getting thousands of people to give up Google As Google results grow cluttered and AI runs rampant on the web, Kagi is winning over disillusioned searchers with an engine that puts them first. BY JR RaphaelSearch today sure ain’t what it used to be. On the one hand, you’ve got the escalating sense that Google’s once-reliable results are stuck in a downward spiral.
2 tasty new tab tricks for Chrome on Android – Computerworld - Business And America

1 month ago | businessandamerica.com | JR Raphael

(And if you aren’t familiar yet with Chrome tab groups, you can get an in-depth look at how they work on the desktop front here. The setup is essentially the same on Android: In that Chrome tab overview area, you can just drag and drop different tabs on top of each other to group ’em.