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RIP: Chromebook Pixel (2015), New Model Hopefully On the Way

Tim August 30, 2016 38

The Chromebook Pixel (2015) is no longer for sale in the Google Store, and according to a statement from Google, they don't intend on restocking it. The Pixel 2 is Google's uber high-end Chromebook, a sequel to the original Pixel laptop. Featuring specs far...

Video: BLU Pure XR Unboxing and Tour

Tim August 29, 2016 24

BLU announced the released the Pure XR today, its latest smartphone to pack a mighty punch for a relatively inexpensive price. Available right now on Amazon for $299, BLU has baked in everything they could to make the Pure XR compete with some of the best...

Fitbit Intros Charge 2 and Flex 2 Fitness Trackers, Pre-Sale Starts Today

Tim August 29, 2016 25

Fitbit introduced two updated fitness tracking devices this morning, the Charge 2 and Flex 2. The Charge 2, a sequel to Fitbit's successful Charge HR, features updated tracking data, as well as an enlarged display and interchangeable bands. The Flex 2, a...

Report: HTC ‘One A9s’ (Yes, Seriously) to be Announced at IFA

Tim August 29, 2016 97

According to VentureBeat, HTC will announce a new device at IFA this year, the One A9s. Why is this name so laughable? Well, it's quite the story, actually. When HTC launched the One A9 last year, many people said it looked just like an iPhone. The resemblance...

Supposed NVIDIA SHIELD TV (2016) Hits the FCC, Along With Updated SHIELD Controller

Tim August 29, 2016 35

According to a FCC filing made public, NVIDIA may launch an updated SHIELD Android TV console this year. Listed in the documents, the console carries a model number of P2897, but due to confidentiality requests from NVIDIA, not much else is known. Inside the...

Don’t Miss These Android Stories: August 26, 2016

Tim August 26, 2016 124

The image you see above is of my Galaxy S7 Edge. She's dead now, sadly. She took a mean fall from my lap onto pavement as I was exiting my vehicle earlier this week. If you could, please pour out a small portion of this weekend's 40oz. for her. She will be...

Friday Poll: How Important is Your Smartphone’s Camera Quality?

Tim August 26, 2016 92

No one can argue that in the past few years, smartphone cameras have improved tremendously. However, some are definitely better at it than others, so we want to know how important mobile photography is to you. The last time we asked this question, the majority...

Google Wallet App Updated With Automatic Transfers

Tim August 26, 2016 13

According to the changelog posted for the latest update to Google Wallet, the service now supports automatic transfers for when money is received. Do note, while the app states the feature is inside, it is reported that it won't go live until next week. As an ...