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LG V30 Unboxing!

Tim October 10, 2017

We have had an LG V30 in the office for some time, but because it was a non-retail unit, we weren't able to bring you all of the coverage we usually do. We didn't unbox it, review it, or anything like that. Well, we have a retail unit now, so all of that...

Report: Galaxy Note 9 May Have Fingerprint Reader Embedded in Display

Tim October 10, 2017

We've seen reports over the past year about Samsung and Apple in a race to embed fingerprint readers in front displays. According to the latest report, Samsung may score a "W" come late next year with the Galaxy Note 9 if all goes smoothly. As reported,...

Android Wear Will Receive Incremental Updates via Google Play Between OTA Updates

Tim October 10, 2017

Announced via Google+ this week, the only place Android Wear news seems to be alive and well, the wearable platform from Google will receive incremental updates via official Android Wear app updates on Google Play, instead of all things being pushed through in...

DL Q&A Sessions: Volume 49

Tim October 9, 2017

The new Pixel devices from Google are official, LG launched the V30, and Samsung's Galaxy Note 8 is out, which means if you were waiting to see what the second half of 2017 had in store with regard to Android flagships, we now know everything there is to know....

DEAL: Save $30 on an Amazon Echo Show, Down to $199

Tim October 9, 2017

For anyone who has been patiently waiting on Amazon to discount the Echo Show, now is your time. Usually listed at $229.99, you can find a Black or White model for just $199.99 with Amazon Prime. The Amazon Echo Show is the same Echo experience you'd expect,...

Google’s USB Type-C Guru Talks Charging With the Pixel 2 (Update: Or Not!)

Tim October 5, 2017

Benson Leung, Google's go-to man for all things USB Type-C, wattage, and amps, has detailed the exact charging spec for the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. This is perfect for all of us who need to know specifically what types of chargers we'll need to ensure these...

Contest: Win 2 Tickets to the New York Film Festival, Courtesy of LG and Its Launch of the V30 (Update: Winner Chosen!)

Tim October 5, 2017

We've partnered with LG to give away two tickets to their event at the New York Film Festival. As you may or may not know, LG is a sponsor of the festival, highlighting the company's V30 smartphone with its legit dual rear-facing camera setup. If you don't...

Netflix Middle and Top Tier Prices About to Catch an Increase

Tim October 5, 2017

Netflix subscribers on the middle and top tiers are about to notice an increase in their monthly bill. Specifically, those on a standard $9.99 plan will see their price raised to $10.99, while those on the $11.99 tier will see an increase to $13.99. If you're...