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Here is Lenovo’s First Stock Android Phone

Kellen August 9, 2017 26

A few days ago, we reported on Lenovo's plans to ditch their whatever-it-was-called UI and replace it with a stock Android experience going forward. The first phone to do just that is now official as the Lenovo K8 Note. My guess is that you'll never see this...

Disney is Leaving Netflix to Start Its Own Streaming Service

Kellen August 9, 2017 26

Yesterday, Disney announced that it had acquired a majority ownership of BAMTech, a company that specializes in streaming sports video, because their goal is launch an ESPN-branded video streaming service early next year. That's not all, though. In addition to...

Essential Phone Will be Sold Through Amazon and Best Buy, Release Date Coming in a Week

Kellen August 9, 2017 26

A few weeks ago, Andy Rubin told us that the Essential Phone would be here in a "few weeks." Today, the company's president, Nicoolo De Masi, told the Wall Street Journal that it'll be another "few weeks." However, De Masi did say that he'll have an exact...

T-Mobile Says Its REVVL Smartphone Arrives Tomorrow for $125

Kellen August 9, 2017 26

T-Mobile will release its own smartphone tomorrow, according to T-Mobile's own Twitter help account. The phone will be called the T-Mobile REVVL and it'll cost just $125. What is the T-Mobile REVVL? It's a lower-tier phone, that's for sure, but if you need...

Android Distribution Updated for August 2017: Nougat Brings Fire and Fury

Kellen August 8, 2017 26

It's Android distribution update day! Google updated the numbers for the month of August, showing Nougat and Marshmallow still on the rise, while most of the rest of the Android versions dropped. Nougat is now up to 13.5% of the Android pie and Marshmallow...

Buy an HTC U11, Receive 3 Months of Amazon Music Unlimited for Free

Tim August 8, 2017 26

For a limited time, HTC is offering three months of free access to Amazon Music Unlimited with the purchase of a U11 smartphone. If you aren't already using Amazon Music Unlimited, you know, because there are plenty of other fine music subscription services,...

LG Confirms V30 Name and Display, Teases Camera

Kellen August 8, 2017 26

LG confirmed the name of their "next major smartphone" this morning through a post to their Korean social blog, announcing that it is indeed the V30. That is not a surprise, but hey, who doesn't love a good early confirmation? Along with the name drop, LG made...

Download: Galaxy Note 8 Wallpapers

Tim August 8, 2017 26

Should you want a small piece of the upcoming Galaxy Note 8 on your device today, it appears that the stock wallpapers for the device have already hit the web. Can we confirm 100% that these are the actual wallpapers? No, but at the end of the day, they're...

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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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