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Google is Testing a Funky ‘Double Bubble’ Search Bar for the Pixel Launcher

Tim March 29, 2018 38

Thanks to the top shelf folks at XDA, we're getting a look at something Google appears to be testing on the Pixel Launcher, the standard launcher app that comes with its Pixel devices. Apparently, Google loves to mess with our search bar. If you'll recall,...

LG is Asking for Your Opinion on Notches, so Let’s Give it to Them

Tim March 29, 2018 38

There has been a whole lot of discussion concerning top notches in the Android community as of late, with some saying it's not a good look, while others don't necessarily mind the look. Regardless of your stance, the official LG Support account over on reddit...

Audiobooks From Google Play Get Smart Resume, Greater Speed Controls, and More

Tim March 29, 2018 38

Audiobooks were launched for Google Play only a couple months ago, but already, Google is rolling out a major update that should make listening to your books a bit more easy and enjoyable. To sum up the changes, Google states there is a new feature called...

Razer Phone Going Straight to Android 8.1 Next Month, Developer Preview Available Now

Tim March 29, 2018 38

The Razer Phone launched with Nougat, and ever since then, owners have been wanting that sweet update to Oreo. Announced this morning, Razer is skipping the update to Android 8.0, and will push an Android 8.1 update to the device in mid to late-April. If you...

Marvel Strike Force is Here to Consume Your Time and Take Your Money

Tim March 29, 2018 38

Many of you likely hear me talk about a game called Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. Well, a new title published by ForNext Games is just like that game I play on a daily basis, but instead of Star Wars characters, it's based on Marvel characters. Called Marvel...

DEAL: Newegg has SanDisk A1 400GB MicroSD at $188 ($52 Off), 128GB Just $36

Kellen March 29, 2018 38

Galaxy S9 owners (or anyone in need of massive amounts of storage), Newegg has a hell of a deal running right now on SanDisk Ultra A1 microSD cards. If you have been eyeing the 400GB card, you have a day left to get it at $52 off. Maybe that's too much storage...

VIDEO: Here Are a Few of the Galaxy S9, S9+ Cases and Accessories You Should Check Out

Tim March 28, 2018 38

Last year for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+, we published a video highlighting a few cases to help you find the proper protection for your new phone. This year is no different, with all accessory makers pushing plenty of different cases, accessories, and screen...

AT&T’s LG V30 Now Getting Oreo Update Too, Adds ThinQ Features

Kellen March 28, 2018 38

Following Verizon's Oreo push to the LG V30, AT&T has stepped in to do the same today. This particular update may one-up Verizon, though, as users are reporting that it includes LG's new ThinQ branding and software. AT&T's LG V30 Oreo update is a big...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 1

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 3

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 8

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 5

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 7

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 7

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 9

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 8

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Pixel 10 Pro Slapped With Fresh $250 Off Discount

Kellen January 4, 2026 38

Google opened up its New Year's deals this weekend, bringing a new wave of discounts to all of its newest and best products....

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Pixel Watch 4 Gets $100 Discount to End the Year

Kellen December 31, 2025 38

Grabbing a Pixel Watch 4 to end 2025 is a thing you can do at its biggest discount to date. The LTE models are all $100 off,...

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Samsung Likes Taking $250 Off Its Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 30, 2025 38

Starting off a new year with a new phone sounds like a pretty fun idea to me. As someone who switches phones every month or...

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Galaxy Watch Ultra at $399 Still Available ($250 Off)

Tim December 26, 2025 38

For those with an aging Galaxy timepiece on the wrist, now is a good time to consider an upgrade. Samsung is offering very...

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Samsung Takes $1000 Off Galaxy Z Fold 7, Provides Free Storage Upgrade

Tim December 24, 2025 38

The holidays are a great time spoil others, but maybe it's time you were just a tad bit selfish and thought about your own...

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There’s a Way to Get $700 Off a Pixel 10 Pro XL

Kellen December 22, 2025 38

While we typically recommend buying phones unlocked and without a contract that ties you to a carrier, there are some...

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This Pixel Watch 4 at $150 Off is Almost Gone

Kellen December 22, 2025 38

When the Pixel Watch 4 first released, it sure looked like a device that might not have been a major upgrade over the Pixel...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 38

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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