Published May 9, 2026, 2:30 PM EDT Brady is a technology journalist for MakeUseOf with years of experience covering all things mobile, computing, and general tech. He has a focus on Android phones and audio gear, and holds a B.S. in Journalism from St. John's University. Brady has written for publications like Android Central, Android Authority, XDA, Android Police, iMore, and others. He has experience reporting on major events held by Google, Apple, and Samsung, as well as trade shows like Lenovo Innovation World and IFA.  When he's not writing about and testing the latest gadgets, you'll find Brady watching Big East basketball and running.  There isn't a single company or manufacturer solely responsible for producing your favorite tech gadgets. A smartphone might feature a display made by one company, a chip fabricated by another, and camera sensors assembled by a third. Many companies contribute to the manufacturing process for tech products like phones, tablets, and laptops.…