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Samsung Slaps $900 Off Galaxy Fold 4 With Trade

Kellen May 24, 2023 7

This could be because the Google Pixel Fold is around the corner or maybe Samsung needs to clear inventory before showing off their next foldable, but the Galaxy Z Fold 4 is $900 off again. You'll need to trade a device to get that discount, of course....

Galaxy Watch 6 Classic Renders Detail Rotating Bezel’s Return

Tim May 24, 2023 5

In mid-March, a report detailed that Samsung was bringing back the rotating bezel on the Galaxy Watch 6 Pro. This week, 3rd-party renders confirm that move, though, they do pose a new question -- what will this device be called? Galaxy Watch 6 Classic or...

Mobvoi’s TicWatch Pro 5 Launches With the Goods and Costs $349.99

Kellen May 24, 2023 12

This news might have been spoiled a few weeks back, thanks to an early listing, but it is now official - the Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 is a real watch and available now. This is a noteworthy release because it is the first with Qualcomm's new wearable chip, the...

Adding Extra Members to Your Netflix Account Costs $8 a Pop

Tim May 23, 2023 41

We have been hearing a lot about how Netflix intends to stop users from sharing their account passwords with those outside of their own home. Announced today, we have pricing for an alternative to giving your password away in the form of an $8/mo fee for...

Backbone’s $99 PlayStation Controller Released for Android

Tim May 23, 2023 12

PlayStation lovers, I'd like to draw your attention to the brand new Backbone One, officially licensed, PlayStation controller for Android devices. This controller has been available for iOS devices for a bit, gaining much popularity, but now it's here for...

Peloton App Gets a Free Tier

Kellen May 23, 2023 2

Peloton has made a serious move today to try and get folks looking to meet fitness goals to do so through the Peloton app. A new set of tiers will get you started with Peloton for as little as free - yes, I said free. Now, before we get too far into this story...

Max Goes Live With New $19.99 4K Plan

Kellen May 23, 2023 22

The switch from HBO Max over to just Max is complete as of this morning. For you, that means that the HBO Max app on your phone, tablet, and TV will ping you to install or update to the new Max app. It'll also mean that your subscription and login and...

Opinion: First-Gen or Not, You Should Buy the Pixel Fold

Tim May 23, 2023 54

A main case against buying the upcoming Pixel Fold is the fact that it's a "first generation" product from Google, which for some reason means to certain individuals that it will have a myriad of issues. Frankly, for as many examples as someone can provide...

Android 15 Beta 1.2 Released in Record Time to Fix More Bugs

Kellen April 25, 2024 54

It has been only 3 days since we shared news of Android 15 Beta 1.1's arrival and we're already back to tell you about yet...

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Android 15 Beta 1.1 Update is Here to Squash NFC Bugs

Kellen April 22, 2024 54

Google pushed out a minor update to the first Android 15 Beta today to fix a few big bugs. The new update arrives as Android...

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Pixel 9 Pro Prototype Leaks and Looks as Awesome as Expected

Kellen April 19, 2024 54

A purported prototype of the Pixel 9 Pro has found its way on the Internet, giving us an early real-life look at Google's...

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Google Posts New April Update Build for Pixel 7 and Pixel 8 (Updated)

Kellen April 17, 2024 54

When we asked everyone a week ago if the April Google Pixel update was treating them well, we did so because we also wanted...

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Report: New Exynos Modem for Pixel 9 Lineup, Plus Satellite Connectivity

Tim April 15, 2024 54

Since early this year, there's been no shortage of Pixel 9 leaks and rumors. We're now officially midway through April and...

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The First Android 15 Beta is Here!

Kellen April 11, 2024 54

Right on schedule, Google has released Android 15 Beta 1 for your Pixel to download and dance with. We've already been...

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Google’s New Find My Device Network is Here

Kellen April 8, 2024 54

All signs last week pointed to Google's new Find My Device network finally launching today and that has indeed happened. Find...

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Google Podcasts is Officially Done

Kellen April 4, 2024 54

The time has come - Google Podcasts is no more and you need to find an alternative or just use YouTube Music. This happened...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 7

Some of you have been lucky enough to receive your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders a day early, thanks to Google's wildly...

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Pixel Watch 2 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 7

The Pixel Watch 2 has been on my wrist for a full week and my list of notes has only grown. I've tested sleep tracking, put...

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Video: Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5 Unboxing!

Tim July 27, 2023 7

Samsung was gracious enough to send us its latest foldables devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. Naturally,...

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Google Pixel 7a Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen May 10, 2023 7

Because the Google Pixel 7a is available today for you to run out and buy at $499, you may not want to wait around for our...

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VIDEO: Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing!

Tim February 3, 2023 7

Unboxing time, baby! We have the Galaxy S23 Ultra in-house, a bit before they're set to make their way to buyers later this...

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Pixel 7 Pro: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim October 13, 2022 7

Fancy new Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro just show up at your doorstep? Perfect, then this video is for you. As is tradition, we've...

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Pixel Watch: First 10 Things To Do!

Kellen October 13, 2022 7

The day that most of you will receive your Google Pixel Watch from pre-orders is here. It's time for you to slap Google's...

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Google Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 12, 2022 7

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are here! Well, we've had them for a good week now, but yours should be arriving at any...

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