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iFixit: Plastic Pixel is Pretty Fixable, Receives 6/10 Repairability Score

Tim May 9, 2019

According to the good folks at iFixit, Google's latest entry into the Pixel line, the Pixel 3a XL, is a lot easier to self repair than other devices currently on the market. For all of you #RightToRepair people, this is good. Apparently, opening up the Pixel...

You Can Now Play Trivia Crack on Your Google Home

Tim May 9, 2019

Trivia Crack has arrived for your Google Home device, accessible by simply saying, "Hey Google, play Trivia Crack." You can also play it on your phone through Google Assistant, but at that point, you might as well download the app. Trivia Crack is your typical...

Google’s Pixel 3a is Boringly Good, Which is Fine

Kellen May 9, 2019

Tim said that I need to bring some fire takes on the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL, since I haven't really mentioned the phone on the site after unboxing it. Ummm, I don't have any. This phone is boring, but that's probably good or fine. There, that's my take. OK,...

Users in Select Countries Can Now Use Cash to Pay for Apps in Google Play

Tim May 9, 2019

In some areas of the world, cash is still king. Announced this week at Google I/O, users in select markets, starting first in Japan and Mexico, will be able to pay for apps using good ol' fashioned paper money. Called Pending Transactions, a user will initiate...

DEAL: Samsung Ups Trade-in Offer to $400 Off Galaxy S10

Kellen May 9, 2019

For a limited time, Samsung is offering up to $400 off the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, or Galaxy S10e if you have an eligible phone to trade. While not the launch discount of $550-off, this is the best deal we've seen since then. Samsung has mostly been offering...

Google, Qualcomm Team Up to Make It Easier for Headphone Makers to Add Google Assistant

Kellen May 9, 2019

The adoption of true Google Assistant integration into headphones has never really picked up any steam. There are a handful of headphones with Google Assistant onboard, but I'd be lying if I didn't say that I figured there would be so many more at this point....

Nike Fit Feature Measures Your Feet Using Augmented Reality

Tim May 9, 2019

According to Nike, 60% of people are wearing the wrong size shoe. I'm not sure how that's possible, but that's the stat. To help fight this, Nike introduced Nike Fit this week, a feature for its official Nike app that uses augmented reality to measure your...

Samsung’s Galaxy Fold is Ready to Return

Kellen May 9, 2019

Samsung has reportedly identified at least one of the Galaxy Fold's flaws and are now deciding on a new launch date. That's the word out of Korea, where Samsung's mobile boss, DJ Koh, suggested that they identified a "defect" that was allowing substances to...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 6

Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we're still going to dive into it...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 3

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Google shipped Android 16 QPR2 to stable channels this month as the December Pixel update,...

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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 12

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 4

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 2

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 12

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 18

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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Google Pixelsnap Qi2 Charger Gets First Ever Discount

Kellen December 16, 2025

The Pixel 10 series features a handful of upgrades, but one of the most noteworthy is the introduction of Qi2 and magnets...

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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025

The Pixel Watch 4 is a winner of a watch because Google brought a couple of fun upgrades for 2025. However, the Pixel Watch 3...

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Best Buy Kicks Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to $699 ($500 Off)

Kellen December 16, 2025

The final days of Xmas shopping are upon us and you may be looking for a last minute deal to finish off a shopping list or to...

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Google Sends Out $200 Credit Towards Pixel 10 Pro, Bringing Price to New Low

Tim December 15, 2025

Google is sending out $200 in credit towards the purchase of a Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL to eligible members, which can...

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Verizon Offers $25/Mo for 4 Lines, Free Flagship Phones For Those Who Switch

Tim December 15, 2025

Those following carrier news in 2025, you may be aware of Verizon's struggles. Last month, the company's new CEO announced 13...

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