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Forget MotoMaker, We Need Pixel Maker

Tim May 2, 2024 18

In 2013, I can't tell you how many Moto X smartphones Kellen and I were buying, thanks to the introduction of MotoMaker. It was a website that allowed buyers to customize Moto X smartphones, which would then get produced right here in the US, then shipped to...

Audiobook Previews Now on YouTube, Kids Get More Free eBooks

Tim May 2, 2024 1

Google Play Books announced a few new ways to access book content this week, such as bringing audiobook previews to its YouTube channel and expanding its library of free nonfiction ebooks for kids. For those free books, Google says that they all fall under the...

New “Premium” Galaxy Watch Models, T-Mobile Old Plan Price Hikes, New Mobvoi Watch

Kellen May 1, 2024 1

In the world of tech news, we've always got time for teases from Samsung when it involves new premium Galaxy Watch devices. Our eyebrows will also never stop raising whenever a carrier talks about older plans and how they might optimize pricing on them. Last,...

Time’s Running Out to Get Pixel 8 Pro at $799 ($200 Off)

Tim April 30, 2024 2

You have four more days to snag a Pixel 8 Pro at its discounted price of $799, a whopping $200 off the usual price. Considering that this device is the one we personally recommend to both family and friends whenever asked about Android phones, it's only...

Pixel Watch 3: Wishlist Includes Better Fitness Tracking and Wireless Charging

Tim April 30, 2024 17

We're quite certain that Google will release the Pixel Watch 3 later this year, which will include for the first time in Pixel Watch history, two size options. That move alone is already nailing one of the wishlist items for many Android fans, but what else...

Android 15 Could Intro New At a Glance Widget for Lock Screen

Tim April 29, 2024 2

On Pixel smartphones, owners are likely familiar with the At a Glance widget. It shows current calendar happenings, weather, and other information directly on your home screen. In Android 15, it's looking like Google is cooking up an At a Glance widget for...

DEAL: Pixel Watch 2 is Back to $299 ($50 Off)

Tim April 29, 2024 1

Google has gone ahead and enabled its $50 off promotional price on the Pixel Watch 2. We don't see this deal too often, so when available, it's never a bad deal to consider if you're in the market for a Wear OS smartwatch. If you want the cellular option, you'...

Official Pixel 8a Promo Video Leaked Ahead of Launch

Tim April 29, 2024 4

We are two weeks away from Google I/O, but unfortunately, Google may not have too many surprises in store at the rate things are getting leaked. Last week, it was renders and the features list for the Pixel 8a smartphone, but shortly after that, the official...