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T-Mobile’s “Broadband Facts” Tell You Everything About Plans, Including Fees and Speeds

Kellen April 10, 2024 4

It was April Fools Day, and so I wasn't paying attention to many announcements, because the days of companies trolling us all have ground my brain into the most negative state on April 1 each year, but T-Mobile had real news to share. Last week, T-Mobile...

T-Mobile Cutomers, Snag Next Week’s Free Oversized Tote

Tim April 10, 2024 4

If you're someone already giving money to T-Mobile every month for phone service, you might as well take full advantage of all the free goodies you get from T Life. Next week, T-Mobile will be giving out free oversized tote bags, perfect for your next beach...

Google Opening Magic Editor to All Google Photos Users, Including iPhone

Tim April 10, 2024 1

Google Photos' coveted AI-powered Magic Editor will soon be available to all Google Photos users, even iPhone owners, according to the latest announcement from Google. Beginning May 15 (that's Google I/O week), Photos users on both Android and iOS will be able...

How’s the Pixel April Update Treating You?

Kellen April 10, 2024 36

The latest April Pixel update has been out for a cool 8 days now and we thought we should check in with everyone to see how it's treating you. We're partly curious to make sure nothing bad has happened since you received the update, but we've also heard from...

Galaxy AI Gets Supports for Three New Languages

Tim April 10, 2024 1

Samsung announced this morning that its Galaxy AI now supports three new languages: Arabic, Indonesian, and Russian. While supporting entire languages is already pretty sweet, three new dialects are also soon getting added: Australian English, Cantonese, and...

Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5 Get April Security Patch (Updated: More Devices)

Tim April 9, 2024 1

Samsung and Verizon are set to begin rolling out the latest security patch to the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5. Inside the update, you'll find the April patch, as well as what the changelog describes as "performance improvements." Update: More devices...

Galaxy S24 Ultra Getting Another Camera Update

Tim April 9, 2024 5

An unknown amount of Galaxy S24 Ultra owners continue to have issues with the cameras on Samsung's latest flagship device. We already saw Samsung attempt to address a few of them, but according to company insiders, there's another fixer update currently...

Beeper Acquired by Automattic, Turns Off Waitlist

Kellen April 9, 2024 3

Beeper, the messaging company who tried to make an iMessage client for Android, only to be blocked at every turn by Apple, is still around and has now been acquired. As they announce big acquisition news, they are also releasing their newest Android app out of...

Google Posts New April Update Build for Pixel 7 and Pixel 8, Hopefully For Those Missing It

Kellen April 17, 2024 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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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April 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen April 2, 2024 3

As we enter a fresh month, Google is ready to push out new software, which means the April Android Update for your Pixel...

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Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2.1 is Here for Pixel Devices

Tim April 1, 2024 3

A minor update is being shipped out to supported Pixel devices for Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2, labeled as Beta 2.1. Inside,...

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Report: 2024 Pixel Lineup Includes Pixel 9 Pro XL

Tim March 27, 2024 3

Until a report published this week, we have assumed business as usual from Google in 2024, with the company planning two...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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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