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Appears the Galaxy Note 9 Won’t Have the Under-Display Fingerprint Reader Either

Tim March 9, 2018 37

The issue with reporting news so far in advance of official announcements, otherwise known as rumors, is that things tend to change. They're always changing and as I always say, nothing is confirmed. As is the case with the latest insights from KGI's analyst...

Verizon LG V30 is Getting Its Oreo Update Right Now! (Updated)

Kellen March 9, 2018 37

We just got word from multiple readers that the LG V30 on Verizon is receiving its update to Android 8.0 "Oreo" right now! Verizon has not yet posted any of the details for the update, but as you can see in the screenshot below, it is Android 8.0 and not 8.1....

Deal: Super Mario Run’s Full Game In-App Purchase Down 50% to $4.99

Tim March 9, 2018 37

The in-app purchase (IAP) inside of Super Mario Run that unlocks the full game is typically priced at $9.99. Today, though, the price is set to $4.99, making it 50% off. If you've been waiting for this day to come, now would be a good time to pick this title...

DEAL: eBay Drops 20% Off Everything for Next 12 Hours

Kellen March 9, 2018 37

Every so often, eBay runs a sitewide discount that drops the price on just about everything. The thing is, you have to be quick as they are almost always limited in time. And today, they've got a 20% off code that only lasts for 12 hours (8AM PT - 8PM PT). If...

Fortnite Battle Royale is Coming to iOS and Android!

Tim March 8, 2018 37

Whoa. Whoa. Whoa. Just announced by Epic Games, Fortnite Battle Royale is coming to mobile! If you're unaware, Battle Royale is a game mode for the Fortnite title that has solo players going up against 99 other players on an island littered with guns, traps,...

Video: Galaxy S9+ Unboxing!

Kellen March 8, 2018 37

Woohoo, look what we've got! It's a Galaxy S9+! We'll review it at some point down the road (hopefully within a couple of weeks), give you all the fresh tips and tricks, camera shootouts, etc. Before we get there, though, we figured we might as well keep the...

Download: Install the New Markup App From Android P!

Tim March 8, 2018 37

Google has included a new feature/app called Markup inside of Android P that allows anyone who snaps a screenshot to quickly edit it with drawing and cropping. Well, the Markup app has been stripped out of Android P and is now downloadable on a number of...

Hopefully, This Left Clock Dies With Android P Developer Preview 1

Kellen March 8, 2018 37

Seeing less info is rarely a good thing. Before we get too deep into this and everyone freaks out, let's make something clear: Android P Developer Preview 1 is the first preview of 5 as we get to stable Android P. That means Google can and will more than...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 3

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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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