Articles by: Andrew E. Freedman

Andrew E. Freedman

Andrew E. Freedman is an editor at Tom's Hardware focusing on laptops, desktops and gaming as well as keeping up with the latest news. He holds a M.S. in Journalism (Digital Media) from Columbia University. A lover of all things gaming and tech, his previous work has shown up in Kotaku, PCMag, Complex, Tom's Guide and Laptop Mag among others.

Massive Mac Flaw Gets Root Access in Seconds

By Andrew E. Freedman

A very simple task will let anyone gain root access to Macs running macOS High Sierra, earning easy access to settings and data.

Google Found a Way to Stop Phone Creepers

By Andrew E. Freedman

New research from Google may help you keep prying eyes off of your phone screen, or at least shame people if they look without permission.

This $1,000 Insect Robot Creeped My Whole Office Out

By Andrew E. Freedman

The Vincross Hexa looks like an insect from the future, but a lack of actual stuff to do with it if you're not a programmer makes it a tough sell for $1,000.

Animal Crossing Pocket Camp: What You Need To Know

By Andrew E. Freedman

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp takes you and Nintendo's favorite animals to a campsite, where you'll run the show and make new friends.

The Punisher Review Roundup: Binge It or Skip It?

By Andrew E. Freedman

The Punisher getting mixed reviews, being praised for ambitious statements and trashed for being boring.

Star Wars Battlefront II Review Roundup: Play It or Skip It?

By Andrew E. Freedman

Star Wars Battlefront II's story and progression systems are divisive, but reviewers still seem to be having a good time.

How to Get Fast Wireless Charging on iPhone X and iPhone 8

By Andrew E. Freedman

iOS 11.2 will support charging at 7.5 watts on Qi wireless charging pads.

iPhone X Owners Experiencing Crackling Audio

By Andrew E. Freedman

Some iPhone X owners on Reddit and Twitter are noticing a troubling issue with their new phones: "crackling" audio.

Here's How Samsung's Foldable Galaxy X Might Work

By Andrew E. Freedman

A new patent application shows how Samsung's version of Android will fit on a phone with two screens, and also displays a few potential use cases.

Apple's AR Headset Coming with Whole New OS

By Andrew E. Freedman

Apple is focusing on the development of a new augmented reality headset with its own chip and a brand new operating system.

Here's How Xbox Can Finally Beat PlayStation

By Andrew E. Freedman

Microsoft hopes to gain ground against the PlayStation 4 with an Xbox-based streaming service to any device you want, but it may take as long as three years.

All Mixed Up: I Spent 8 Weird Hours Wearing Microsoft’s New Headset

By Andrew E. Freedman

The Cliff House in Windows 10 Mixed Reality lets you use apps and programs, but it's not suited for doing actual work.

Super Mario Odyssey Is the Escape We Deserve

By Andrew E. Freedman

Super Mario Odyssey is a joyous celebration and will go down in history as part of the best of the Mario canon, but its controls and camera need more polish.

What Color iPhone X Should You Get?

By Andrew E. Freedman

Which version of the iPhone X should you buy? Our staff weighs in.

Apple Refutes iPhone X Face ID Accuracy Claims

By Andrew E. Freedman

A report says that Apple compromised Face ID's accuracy so that suppliers could manufacture the iPhone X fast enough for its Nov. 3 launch.

How to Use a GameCube Controller With Nintendo Switch

By Andrew E. Freedman

Nintendo Switch update 4.0 brings secretive support for the Gamecube controller. Here's how to use it, and what it's limitations are.

Pixel 2 vs Pixel 2 XL: Here's How They're Different

By Andrew E. Freedman, Mark Spoonauer

Google's new Pixel devices are here, and more than screen size differentiates them.

Tamagotchi Is a Throwback I Want to Throw Away

By Andrew E. Freedman

The new mini Tamagotchi proves that nostalgia should stay in the past where it belongs.

Game Boy Classic Could Be Nintendo's Next Throwback

By Andrew E. Freedman

You may still be waiting on a line outside of a store for a SNES Classic, and it's already possible that Nintendo is cooking up its next system full of nostalgia: A Game Boy Classic.