Johanna Romero - Senior News Writer

Johanna Romero - Senior News Writer

johanna.r@phonearena.com

Johanna, also known online as "Jojo the Techie", is a tech support professional turned content creator with over 15 years of experience in the field. In 2020, she started a tech-focused YouTube channel and began writing about her favorite subject, the Google ecosystem and Pixel devices, after the pandemic caused her to pivot her career.

Johanna's deep knowledge and expertise in tech support have made her a reliable problem solver, and her passion for technology has driven her to share her knowledge with others through her content.

As someone who has worked day-to-day troubleshooting issues and teaching her users how to use all the tools at their disposal just by having a Google account, her news coverage tends to focus on giving readers a more user-friendly point of view and some lesser-known tidbits on the subject. As a fan of Google services and products, she makes sure that she is always up to date with the latest on everything Pixel (phone, watch, buds, etc.) and ChromeOS.

When Johanna isn't busy with tech, she enjoys watching baseball games, listening to music, and watching movies. Her diverse range of interests reflects her love for exploring new topics and experiences. Last year, Johanna was chosen by Google to become an official member of #TeamPixel, further cementing her status as a thought leader in the Google and Pixel communities.

Recent articles by Johanna

After years of post Jony Ive turmoil, Apple's design team finds a new path forward

After years of post Jony Ive turmoil, Apple's design team finds a new path forward

Johanna Romero

Apple's next big products: here's what reportedly follows the iPhone 17

Apple's next big products: here's what reportedly follows the iPhone 17

Johanna Romero

This is why you can't buy the new iPhone Air in China right now

This is why you can't buy the new iPhone Air in China right now

Johanna Romero

New teardown suggests the Google Pixel 10 Pro might be the easiest phone to repair yet

New teardown suggests the Google Pixel 10 Pro might be the easiest phone to repair yet

Johanna Romero

These are all the products Apple has stopped selling since its big event

These are all the products Apple has stopped selling since its big event

Johanna Romero

Apple's iPhone 17 just made every new phone better, even Androids

Apple's iPhone 17 just made every new phone better, even Androids

Johanna Romero

Apple’s Final Cut Camera app just got a pro-level update, but will Final Cut Pro for iPad catch up?

Apple’s Final Cut Camera app just got a pro-level update, but will Final Cut Pro for iPad catch up?

Johanna Romero

The standard iPhone 17 finally gets the screen update it should have gotten years ago

The standard iPhone 17 finally gets the screen update it should have gotten years ago

Johanna Romero

Apple announces the new Apple Watch SE 3 with a huge upgrade that demands attention

Apple announces the new Apple Watch SE 3 with a huge upgrade that demands attention

Johanna Romero

The Apple Watch Series 11 is here, and it's all about keeping you healthy

The Apple Watch Series 11 is here, and it's all about keeping you healthy

Johanna Romero

This beloved messaging app is finally getting one highly requested feature, but with a catch

This beloved messaging app is finally getting one highly requested feature, but with a catch

Johanna Romero

Samsung executive confirms release window for its ambitious trifold phone

Samsung executive confirms release window for its ambitious trifold phone

Johanna Romero

The iPhone 17 Air will be Apple’s sacrifice for its vision of the future

The iPhone 17 Air will be Apple’s sacrifice for its vision of the future

Johanna Romero

Huawei just launched its second trifold phone before anyone else has even launched one

Huawei just launched its second trifold phone before anyone else has even launched one

Johanna Romero

TCL announces the Nxtpaper 60 Ultra — a phone your eyes will be thankful for

TCL announces the Nxtpaper 60 Ultra — a phone your eyes will be thankful for

Johanna Romero

TCL launches the Movetime MT48 smartwatch and Nxtpaper 5G Junior smartphone for kids

TCL launches the Movetime MT48 smartwatch and Nxtpaper 5G Junior smartphone for kids

Johanna Romero

Google's new Pixel Drop is here and it will make your old phone feel like new again

Google's new Pixel Drop is here and it will make your old phone feel like new again

Johanna Romero

The Instagram for iPad experience is finally a reality

The Instagram for iPad experience is finally a reality

Johanna Romero

Samsung Health’s latest update simplifies how you manage your wellness routine, wherever you are

Samsung Health’s latest update simplifies how you manage your wellness routine, wherever you are

Johanna Romero

The verdict is in on Google search monopoly case and we now know Chrome’s fate

The verdict is in on Google search monopoly case and we now know Chrome’s fate

Johanna Romero

Not getting your notifications on Android 16? Turns out you’re not the only one.

Not getting your notifications on Android 16? Turns out you’re not the only one.

Johanna Romero

After years of it being okay, YouTube begins to crack down on Premium family plan sharing

After years of it being okay, YouTube begins to crack down on Premium family plan sharing

Johanna Romero

Xiaomi's next flagship may borrow a powerful audio trick from an old rival

Xiaomi's next flagship may borrow a powerful audio trick from an old rival

Johanna Romero

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Galaxy S25 FE promos leak ahead of Unpacked

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Galaxy S25 FE promos leak ahead of Unpacked

Johanna Romero

Leaked images show Samsung is going in a different direction for its upcoming tri-fold

Leaked images show Samsung is going in a different direction for its upcoming tri-fold

Johanna Romero

Google's Pixel Care+ is here with $0 repairs and unlimited claims

Google's Pixel Care+ is here with $0 repairs and unlimited claims

Johanna Romero

Samsung confirms early September launch event for Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy S25 FE

Samsung confirms early September launch event for Galaxy Tab S11 and Galaxy S25 FE

Johanna Romero

Google Translate’s new features make real-time conversations feel more natural

Google Translate’s new features make real-time conversations feel more natural

Johanna Romero

Gemini's new image editor could fix the most annoying thing about AI photos

Gemini's new image editor could fix the most annoying thing about AI photos

Johanna Romero

Spectrum Mobile announces a new device repair plan at a competitive price point [UPDATED]

Spectrum Mobile announces a new device repair plan at a competitive price point [UPDATED]

Johanna Romero

Samsung announces the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, a versatile tablet that won't break the bank [UPDATED]

Samsung announces the Galaxy Tab S10 Lite, a versatile tablet that won't break the bank [UPDATED]

Johanna Romero

Apple's answer to the Amazon Echo Show and Google Nest Hub is reportedly coming next year

Apple's answer to the Amazon Echo Show and Google Nest Hub is reportedly coming next year

Johanna Romero

Apple's first foldable will excel in one key area but will also borrow a feature from the past

Apple's first foldable will excel in one key area but will also borrow a feature from the past

Johanna Romero

Google follows Apple’s lead by dropping the physical SIM in most U.S. Pixel 10 series models

Google follows Apple’s lead by dropping the physical SIM in most U.S. Pixel 10 series models

Johanna Romero

Did google just accidentally leak a HomePod Mini competitor?

Did google just accidentally leak a HomePod Mini competitor?

Johanna Romero

Eyeing a Google Pixel 10 phone? Xfinity Mobile is offering one for free with a trade-in

Eyeing a Google Pixel 10 phone? Xfinity Mobile is offering one for free with a trade-in

Johanna Romero

Google Pixelsnap: here's what you need to know about Google's latest wave of accessories

Google Pixelsnap: here's what you need to know about Google's latest wave of accessories

Johanna Romero

What’s actually new in the Pixel 10 series? A real-world guide to the new features

What’s actually new in the Pixel 10 series? A real-world guide to the new features

Johanna Romero

Here are all the Gemini AI features coming to the Google Pixel lineup

Here are all the Gemini AI features coming to the Google Pixel lineup

Johanna Romero

Pixel Buds Pro 2 get smarter audio, new AI features, and a new color

Pixel Buds Pro 2 get smarter audio, new AI features, and a new color

Johanna Romero

Notion mail is now available on iOS to challenge how you manage your inbox

Notion mail is now available on iOS to challenge how you manage your inbox

Johanna Romero

The Galaxy S25 FE could finally get the expanded storage we've been waiting for in more places

The Galaxy S25 FE could finally get the expanded storage we've been waiting for in more places

Johanna Romero

Leaked iPhone 17 cases hint at "Liquid Silicone" design with lanyard support

Leaked iPhone 17 cases hint at "Liquid Silicone" design with lanyard support

Johanna Romero

Samsung launches Galaxy Buds 3 FE with a new design and AI smarts

Samsung launches Galaxy Buds 3 FE with a new design and AI smarts

Johanna Romero

The disappointment over a potential Pixel 10 Pro Fold delay is a good sign for Google

The disappointment over a potential Pixel 10 Pro Fold delay is a good sign for Google

Johanna Romero

Why is Apple deliberately slowing the flow of content for its most futuristic device?

Why is Apple deliberately slowing the flow of content for its most futuristic device?

Johanna Romero

And just like that, T-Mobile releases an AI-powered phone and tablet

And just like that, T-Mobile releases an AI-powered phone and tablet

Johanna Romero

New leak suggests that the Moto G Stylus 2026 is already in development

New leak suggests that the Moto G Stylus 2026 is already in development

Johanna Romero

Google Photos might get a new way to show if images were made or edited with AI

Google Photos might get a new way to show if images were made or edited with AI

Johanna Romero

New safety feature in Google Messages rolls out which detects and blurs explicit images

New safety feature in Google Messages rolls out which detects and blurs explicit images

Johanna Romero

For the first time, you can now get a Certified Re-Newed foldable directly from Samsung

For the first time, you can now get a Certified Re-Newed foldable directly from Samsung

Johanna Romero

Blood oxygen monitoring returns to Apple Watch in the US — but with a twist

Blood oxygen monitoring returns to Apple Watch in the US — but with a twist

Johanna Romero

Apple may bring iPad repairs back to select stores by year’s end

Apple may bring iPad repairs back to select stores by year’s end

Johanna Romero

Gemini update adds private Temporary Chats and smarter personalization

Gemini update adds private Temporary Chats and smarter personalization

Johanna Romero

Sky Blue iPhone 17 Air spotted in video of dummy unit

Sky Blue iPhone 17 Air spotted in video of dummy unit

Johanna Romero

One UI 8 beta arrives for Samsung Galaxy S24, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6 in select regions

One UI 8 beta arrives for Samsung Galaxy S24, Z Fold 6, and Z Flip 6 in select regions

Johanna Romero

Threads reaches 400 million monthly users in its quest to best X (formerly Twitter)

Threads reaches 400 million monthly users in its quest to best X (formerly Twitter)

Johanna Romero

Visible launches Inner Circle for flexible group savings without the family plan rules

Visible launches Inner Circle for flexible group savings without the family plan rules

Johanna Romero

T-Mobile launches its Revvl 8 smartphone, packing for free features you rarely see under $200

T-Mobile launches its Revvl 8 smartphone, packing for free features you rarely see under $200

Johanna Romero

Honor's fashion-forward foldable may arrive as soon as this month

Honor's fashion-forward foldable may arrive as soon as this month

Johanna Romero

Google Meet’s latest update puts the focus back on the content being shared

Google Meet’s latest update puts the focus back on the content being shared

Johanna Romero

T-Mobile asked by review board to drop unclear savings ads in ongoing carrier battle

T-Mobile asked by review board to drop unclear savings ads in ongoing carrier battle

Johanna Romero

Visible Wireless tests "Inner Circle" as a near-family plan alternative

Visible Wireless tests "Inner Circle" as a near-family plan alternative

Johanna Romero

When perks disappear, should your carrier lose your loyalty too?

When perks disappear, should your carrier lose your loyalty too?

Johanna Romero

Apple reportedly making an OLED MacBook Pro that could be its first big laptop upgrade in years

Apple reportedly making an OLED MacBook Pro that could be its first big laptop upgrade in years

Johanna Romero

Samsung’s browser adds AI option to keep your tabs under control

Samsung’s browser adds AI option to keep your tabs under control

Johanna Romero

Pixel Tablet owners can finally get Google's unreleased stylus

Pixel Tablet owners can finally get Google's unreleased stylus

Johanna Romero

The budget Galaxy Tab A11 shows up in first real-life photo ahead of launch

The budget Galaxy Tab A11 shows up in first real-life photo ahead of launch

Johanna Romero

Pixel 10 Pro Fold official render and promo ad leaks ahead of its launch

Pixel 10 Pro Fold official render and promo ad leaks ahead of its launch

Johanna Romero

This new Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leak leaves almost nothing to the imagination

This new Google Pixel 10 Pro XL leak leaves almost nothing to the imagination

Johanna Romero

Instagram brings reposts to main feed in bid to boost sharing

Instagram brings reposts to main feed in bid to boost sharing

Johanna Romero

Google quietly pulls a popular and affordable Pixel from its refurbished lineup

Google quietly pulls a popular and affordable Pixel from its refurbished lineup

Johanna Romero

New Pixel Watch 4 leaked images confirm colors, bands, and charging change

New Pixel Watch 4 leaked images confirm colors, bands, and charging change

Johanna Romero

Epic’s big win against Google hits a roadblock in appeals court

Epic’s big win against Google hits a roadblock in appeals court

Johanna Romero

Samsung confirms it will soon be expanding One UI 8 beta to more phones, tablets, and watches

Samsung confirms it will soon be expanding One UI 8 beta to more phones, tablets, and watches

Johanna Romero

New Google Pixel 10 ad calls out vague timing on "coming soon" features—was that a shot at Apple?

New Google Pixel 10 ad calls out vague timing on "coming soon" features—was that a shot at Apple?

Johanna Romero

Apple lands its biggest movie yet — but is it enough to save Apple TV+?

Apple lands its biggest movie yet — but is it enough to save Apple TV+?

Johanna Romero

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 may be getting a new color that could replace this fan-favorite

The Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 may be getting a new color that could replace this fan-favorite

Johanna Romero

Android Auto now matches your phone's wallpaper colors, thanks to Material You

Android Auto now matches your phone's wallpaper colors, thanks to Material You

Johanna Romero

Google loses control over Android app billing after Epic court win; Epic Store coming to Play Store

Google loses control over Android app billing after Epic court win; Epic Store coming to Play Store

Johanna Romero

Google Pixel Watch 4 pricing leak suggests the LTE model is where the value will be

Google Pixel Watch 4 pricing leak suggests the LTE model is where the value will be

Johanna Romero

Samsung confirms tri-fold phone and XR headset for later this year

Samsung confirms tri-fold phone and XR headset for later this year

Johanna Romero

Samsung’s PC DeX is gone, but a new workaround makes it better than before

Samsung’s PC DeX is gone, but a new workaround makes it better than before

Johanna Romero

Samsung reports its Galaxy Z Fold 7 sets preorder record in the US with the Flip 7 close behind

Samsung reports its Galaxy Z Fold 7 sets preorder record in the US with the Flip 7 close behind

Johanna Romero

AI Mode turns Google Search into a real-time learning assistant

AI Mode turns Google Search into a real-time learning assistant

Johanna Romero

Google's Pixel lineup secure a comfortable spot in the U.S. smartphone growth competition

Google's Pixel lineup secure a comfortable spot in the U.S. smartphone growth competition

Johanna Romero

This Android gaming handheld looks like a modern Nintendo 3DS, but will it be as good?

This Android gaming handheld looks like a modern Nintendo 3DS, but will it be as good?

Johanna Romero

Google Messages is getting a bold new look on smartwatches

Google Messages is getting a bold new look on smartwatches

Johanna Romero

This MVNO is leveling up international calling by offering local numbers in five new countries

This MVNO is leveling up international calling by offering local numbers in five new countries

Johanna Romero

EU's upcoming age verification system may block sideloaded Android apps

EU's upcoming age verification system may block sideloaded Android apps

Johanna Romero

Google may be giving this underrated Pixel feature its own app

Google may be giving this underrated Pixel feature its own app

Johanna Romero

Samsung DeX gets a fresh look as Android 16's desktop mode rolls out

Samsung DeX gets a fresh look as Android 16's desktop mode rolls out

Johanna Romero

OnePlus 13s faces early screen defect reports, sparking warranty confusion [UPDATED — RESOLVED]

OnePlus 13s faces early screen defect reports, sparking warranty confusion [UPDATED — RESOLVED]

Johanna Romero

Samsung's next Galaxy phones could bring more AI choices, in addition to Google's Gemini

Samsung's next Galaxy phones could bring more AI choices, in addition to Google's Gemini

Johanna Romero

Google Messages set to benefit as a new RCS upgrade boosts audio and security

Google Messages set to benefit as a new RCS upgrade boosts audio and security

Johanna Romero

Samsung's One UI 8 Now Bar will be getting a major boost by the end of the year

Samsung's One UI 8 Now Bar will be getting a major boost by the end of the year

Johanna Romero

Cricket Wireless just dropped new plans that challenge their prepaid rivals

Cricket Wireless just dropped new plans that challenge their prepaid rivals

Johanna Romero

Samsung launches Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Watch 8 series globally

Samsung launches Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Watch 8 series globally

Johanna Romero

Facer's big update adds Wear OS 6 support and battery-smart watch faces

Facer's big update adds Wear OS 6 support and battery-smart watch faces

Johanna Romero

Google Pixel Watch 4 will reportedly debut a new side-mounted charging system

Google Pixel Watch 4 will reportedly debut a new side-mounted charging system

Johanna Romero