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Limited Testing Shows No Difference Between Samsung’s 25W, 45W Charger Speeds

Tim February 22, 2022 12

Samsung doesn't include a charging adapter in the box for any Galaxy S22 model, but they do offer a 45W charger on its site for $49. The problem? According to recent testing, there appears to be hardly any difference between the company's 45W charging speeds...

Not That It Matters, But Why Did Galaxy ‘Note’ Have to Die?

Tim February 21, 2022 14

When we first saw renders for the Galaxy S22 Ultra, then got the device in hand, it's very clear that this phone's hardware is much more related to that of the Galaxy Note line than it is the Galaxy S line. It has the ultra-rounded display, flat top and bottom...

Galaxy S22 Pre-Orders are Headed Your Way!

Tim February 18, 2022 75

It's Friday, so why not the end the week on a high note? According to a couple of emails and tweets we've received, Galaxy S22 units are headed out to those pre-ordered, with some being from Samsung and others being from T-Mobile. That's a good sign that many...

Heads Up, Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro Getting Minor OTA Update

Tim February 17, 2022 45

Google has begun to push a second February update to owners of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, though, no one seems certain as to what's inside. The OTA has already begun hitting devices, weighing in at a whopping 10MB. That's not big enough to bring about...

Verizon Galaxy Note 9 Gets February Patch

Tim February 17, 2022 6

Verizon is now pushing out a fresh update to Galaxy Note 9 owners. Inside, you'll find the February security patch. The software is now labeled as N960USQS9FVB1, and beyond the patch, we're not seeing anything else inside. If you still rock the Note 9 and spot...

Verizon’s Call Filter App is Honeypottin’ Robocalls

Tim February 17, 2022 17

Verizon's Call Filter has surpassed 20 billion spam calls blocked. That's a lot of expiring extended car warranties. This week, Verizon announced new stuff for Call Filter, including a Honeypot feature that tracks robocallers and reports them, never to bug us...

This Trick Could Speed Up Your Google Assistant

Tim February 17, 2022 11

If you're looking to boost the speed of your Google Assistant, you can attempt this neat little trick that allows you to delete devices from your Assistant's memory. Google says this will will "free up space and improve your experience." Shared to social media...

Cricket Wireless Customers Get Free Access to Boingo WiFi

Tim February 16, 2022 1

Cricket Wireless announced this week that customers are now getting free access to Boingo Wireless hotspots for WiFi access across the country. You read that right -- free WiFi. You'll find Boingo in places such as airports, sports stadiums, and other places...