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

Kellen April 17, 2024

When we asked everyone a week ago if the April Google Pixel update was treating them well, we did so because we also wanted to check to make sure that everyone had received it. There were dozens of reports at the time suggesting that Pixel 7 and Pixel 8 owners...

DEAL: Pixel 7a Down to New Low of $349

Tim April 15, 2024 1

Pixel 7a is a good phone, one that supports the flashing of the latest Android 15 Beta 1 build. If you're looking for a phone capable of that or may need a less expensive second phone, you can have the Pixel 7a for just $349. Related: Read Our Pixel 7a Review...

Android 15 Beta 1 Issues Include Busted NFC, Other Various Bugs

Tim April 12, 2024 12

We have a fresh Android build on our hands, that being Android 15 Beta 1. Released just yesterday afternoon, folks are already compiling lists of what's borked. Thankfully, the lists aren't too long, though, if anyone was on the fence about flashing this beta...

The First Android 15 Beta is Here!

Kellen April 11, 2024 20

Right on schedule, Google has released Android 15 Beta 1 for your Pixel to download and dance with. We've already been through two Android 15 Developer Preview builds from February and March, so now we get into the beta program kickoff period. It's time to see...

April 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen April 2, 2024 26

As we enter a fresh month, Google is ready to push out new software, which means the April Android Update for your Pixel devices. While that's always exciting, this update is expected to be on the smaller side and that's because last month we received the...

Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2.1 is Here for Pixel Devices

Tim April 1, 2024 10

A minor update is being shipped out to supported Pixel devices for Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2, labeled as Beta 2.1. Inside, Google address launcher crashes, Pixel Tablets unable to charge when connected to the dock, a swipe not returning to home screen issue, and...

DEAL: Pixel 7a at $374 is Still Solid Buy ($125 Off)

Tim March 28, 2024

For all you deal hounds, Google has lowered the price of the Pixel 7a at essentially all US retailers, down to a completely reasonable $374. We've seen this price a few times before. Back in October of 2023 we called it a no-brainer deal. Now in late Mach of...

Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 is Here for Pixel Devices

Kellen March 7, 2024 5

We have a new Android 14 Beta build for you to test out on your Pixel devices. Google released Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 today, bringing with it several bug fixes as we move towards a stable release in a few months from now. This new Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 is...