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Cody Toombs

(He/Him)
Oregon, United States
As seen in: Android Police, MSN, MSN Canada, Flipboard, NewsBreak, Gadget Review
Covers:  Google, Android, smartphones, photography
Software engineer, Podcaster, Writer Senior Contributor at @androidpolice Perpetually upcoming projects. @CodyToombs@mstdn.io

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Cody has been a contributor to Android Police for nearly ten years. While best known for writing hundreds of APK Teardowns and breaking news on many of Google’s new products and services, he also covers deeper technical topics about the inner workings of Android, app development, and security. Cody is a software engineer and consultant with two decades of experience developing mobile and enterprise applications. He has written code for projects within the Android community, in addition to worki…

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6 accessories to build a versatile video rig around your smartphone

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By Cody Toombs
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Camera technology has come a long way since the era of flip phones, and many people are happy with the current state of smartphone photography. However, shooting video adds many new layers, and it's not as simple as holding a phone and pressing the record button. You can choose a phone with a great camera, but you'll want additional gear to improve the quality and your experience.
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How to spot and test for fake memory cards

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By Cody Toombs
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Counterfeit electronics have been around for ages, from fake phones and laptops to bogus chargers and power banks. Memory cards have been a common target because they're cheap to make and have a high resale value. Plus, they're simple to produce while being difficult to detect. Those who need memory cards, like professional photographers and gamers, may not have the experience or technical skills to identify fakes.
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I upgraded to a high-end NAS in my home for a month, here's what I learned

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By Cody Toombs
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As a NAS reviewer, I poke and prod at different NAS units to find the good and bad of each. I've set them up to take over crucial functions to see if they live up to expectations, and where they might disappoint. Most have been two-bay and four-bay models, with a couple boasting slightly more. All have been consumer models, generally equipped with moderate processors, less RAM, and other cost-saving compromises.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes, I grew up with one, and it was awful. If anybody tells you to try it in earnest, assume they're trying to sabotaging you.

How is social media changing news?

Sadly, well-researched and accurate news matters less than ever. Speed and emotional impact have taken over, and it's hurting us.

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

Everything I can find.