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Galaxy S8, S8+ on T-Mobile First to Receive ‘Red Tint’ Update in US

Tim May 2, 2017 26

Samsung and T-Mobile are pushing out the first red tint update to Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ owners in the US, one that should automatically correct a display calibration issue on the device. This issue was first reported when the phone began rolling out...

T-Mobile Announces Plans for Nationwide, True 5G Network

Tim May 2, 2017 97

T-Mobile announced its plan for a true, nationwide 5G network this morning, right on the heels of AT&T firing up its 5G Evolution. In the vlog posted below, John Legere calls out AT&T and 5G Evolution, summing up that its "bullshit." With T-Mobile's...

Deal: Samsung Gear S3 Price Reduced to $299, Frontier and Classic

Tim May 1, 2017 25

The Samsung Gear S3, both the Classic and Frontier, has had its price reduced this week, from $349 to $299. That $299 point is where you'll find it on various online retailers such as B&H, Amazon, Best Buy, and Samsung's own site. I have no personal...

Unlocked Galaxy S7 Edge Nougat Update Available Via Smart Switch (Updated)

Tim May 1, 2017 15

After a noteworthy wait, Nougat is finally available for the unlocked model of the Galaxy S7 Edge (SM-G935U). There's no exact reasoning from Samsung why this update took so long, but hey, at least it's here now. Listed in the changelog, you will find the...

Phrase Crunch Puts a Twist on Hangman and is a Great Time Killer

Tim May 1, 2017 4

There's nothing wrong with a classic game like Hangman, but I can appreciate a twist every now and then. One title that has a good twist to the classic is Phrase Crunch, available for free on Google Play. Similar to other phrase or word guessing games, Phrase...

Deal: Grab a Google Home for $15 Off on Google Store or at Best Buy

Tim May 1, 2017 44

For what we're assuming is a limited time, you can grab a Google Home for $15 off through the official Google Store or at Best Buy. With that discount, the Google Assistant-powered tube can be had for just $114. If you already own a Google Home, this is a...

May’s Android Security Update Live With Factory Images and OTA Files for Nexus, Pixel

Tim May 1, 2017 26

Google just posted the Android security update for May, 2017 and the files are already live for a number of devices. Listed on Google's website, we are seeing files for the Pixel and Pixel XL (N2G47O), Pixel C (N2G47O), Nexus 6P (N2G47O), Nexus 5X (N2G47O),...

Verizon LG G5 Receiving Performance Optimization, Security Update

Tim May 1, 2017 17

The LG G5 on Verizon is receiving a software update, labeled at version VS98728B. Inside, not too much is present, but it does bring an updated security patch level to the device. Due to not having the G5 in front of me, I can't yet confirm exactly which month...