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Google’s Camera App With Working HDR+ Gets Ported to Galaxy S8, Others

Kellen August 14, 2017 83

The camera in the Google Pixel and Pixel XL is often referenced as being one of the best in all of smartphones. Part of that is because of the hardware that Google uses, but a good chunk of the excellence comes from the Google Camera app and its HDR+...

Report: Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro Coming August 23, Features 5 ATM for Swimming Support

Tim August 14, 2017 83

According to a report out of VentureBeat, the Galaxy Note 8 won't be the only thing Samsung shows off at its upcoming August 23 event in New York City. Besides the new flagship device, we'll also get a new wearable, detailed to be the Gear Fit2 Pro, as well as...

Guys, the Saygus V2 Supposedly “Passed the FCC”

Kellen August 14, 2017 83

It has been 8 months since we last checked in on smartphone crowdfunder Saygus and their V2 phone, but that changes today because over the weekend, huge news arrived. Also, yes, the Saygus V2 is still apparently in the works after over two years of lies and...

HTC U11 is Ready for Bluetooth 5.0 When Android O Gets Here

Kellen August 14, 2017 83

On Friday, HTC announced that the U11 does indeed support Bluetooth 5.0 and that it has out of the box, in a way. In order to utilize those 5.0 powers, though, we're waiting for the U11 to receive the update to Android O. Confused by that? Just know that all...

$129 ZTE Blade Z Max Now Up for Pre-Order at MetroPCS

Tim August 14, 2017 83

MetroPCS has a new phone up for pre-order, the ZTE Blade Z Max. Priced at just $129, this is ZTE's followup to last year's ZMAX Pro. The phone comes with a solid list of specifications, relative to its $129 price. You'll get a 6" FHD display, rear-facing...

Google’s Gboard Now Lets You Voice Dictate in Emoji – “Fire Emoji” All Day

Kellen August 14, 2017 83

Google's Gboard is receiving an update today that brings voice typing to 30 languages from around the world. These 30 languages mean Gboard supports speech recognition in 119 language varieties, covering more than a billion people. On a related note, you can...

LG Shows Off the V30’s New UX 6.0+ Features, Including a Floating Bar and Graphy Camera

Kellen August 14, 2017 83

The LG V30 will sport a refreshed UX 6.0 software skin that LG says "has been optimized to work even better with the immersive 18:9 OLED FullVision display" that was announced for the phone within the past two weeks. This is not a brand new UX from LG, but...

Weekly Recap: Pixels, Headphone Jacks, and Leaks

Tim August 11, 2017 83

Another week in the books at DL, one filled with talk of Pixels, headphone jacks, and a large amount of leaks. This week, we saw what we think are actual pictures of the Pixel 2, complete with what appear to be dual front-facing speakers. It's also believed...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 1

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 2

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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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