JR Raphael
Contributing Editor
JR Raphael is a journalist and columnist who’s been covering Android and Chrome OS since their earliest days. His Android Intelligence (née Android Power) column was born at Computerworld in 2010 and has happily made its home there ever since.
JR's Android Intelligence newsletter takes the same basic recipe as the column and turns up the heat. Each issue is jam-packed with productivity tips, perspective on the week’s most impactful Android news, and all sorts of exclusive extras — and best of all, it's delivered right to your inbox every Friday. If you haven't yet subscribed, you're missing out!
You can also find JR on at his personal writing refuge, JRStart.com.
3 tough questions about Samsung's Android 14 accomplishment
Samsung's sending out Android 14 in record time this week — but hold the phone, 'cause there's more to this story than most headlines suggest.
How to activate Chrome's fancy new Android reading enhancer
Who knew the web could look so good?!
Android versions: A living history from 1.0 to 14
Explore Android's ongoing evolution with this visual timeline of versions, starting B.C. (Before Cupcake) and going all the way to 2023's Android 14 release.
The one thing that might keep Google's Pixel 8 phones from selling
Hint: It has nothing to do with the devices' cameras or displays.
How Google's Pixel 8 changes everything for Android
Think Google's new Pixel 8 is Just Another Android Phone? Think again, bucko.
20 seconds to extreme Android awesomeness
Waiting for Android 14 to arrive? Try this easy enhancement to bring new life into your existing device in the meantime — no rollouts or high-priced hardware required.
10 out-of-sight Google Pixel shortcuts worth surfacing
Take 10 seconds to get these hidden Pixel shortcuts in a place where you'll see 'em, and you'll save yourself endless time in the weeks ahead.
How to create your own iPhone-15-inspired 'Action button' on Android
Got an Android phone — any Android phone? You can give yourself a power-packed custom button that'll make Apple's latest innovation look like child's play.
Could Superhuman be your email savior?
A $30-a-month email app might sound crazy — but it could be the key to escaping inbox insanity.
Got a Google Pixel Fold or Pixel Tablet? Find this secret setting this second
If you've got one of Google's latest Pixel gadgets, you'll definitely want to dig up this phenomenal step-saver.
Google's increasingly prickly Android perception problem
Apple's convincing an entire generation of phone-buyers that Android is behind the times — which couldn't be much further from the truth.
The best multiplatform productivity apps
These top-notch tools will help you get down to business consistently — no matter which device or platform you’re using at any given moment.
4 secret settings for a smarter Chrome Android setup
Supercharge your smartphone browsing experience with these powerful yet completely concealed options for Google's Chrome Android app.
The line-blurring brilliance of Google's new ChromeOS-Windows connection
Google's latest ChromeOS improvement brings Windows apps even closer to the heart of the operating system — with a very Googley twist.
Meet your secret Android shortcut genie
This clever new tool will grant you time-saving superpowers. Ready to make your favorite Android phone even more useful?
The problem with Google's Pixel Tablet
Google's first self-made tablet in four years comes tantalizingly close to being extraordinary — but then there's this.
16 ways Google Lens can save you time on Android
Google Lens can turn you into a mobile-tech magician, but it's up to you to learn its tricks.
The best calendar apps for Android
Strengthen your Android calendar experience with these standout selections for serious professionals.
What's going on with Google Assistant?
Is Google giving up on Google Assistant? The answer, like many things you ask Assistant these days, isn't exactly clear.