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Weekly Recap: Galaxy Note 8 Has an Unveiling Date!

Tim July 21, 2017 5

Another week draws to a close, but it wasn't without its share of excitement. This week, we learned the confirmed date for the Galaxy Note 8's unveiling, August 23, but we also posted up our video review of the Moto Z2 Play. Is it the new battery king like...

Report: Razer Working on Smartphone for Hardcore Gamers

Tim July 21, 2017 5

It was announced in January of this year that Nextbit, makers of the cloud-centric Robin phone, would join Razer as an independent mobile division. In a related report published by Bloomberg on July 12, it is reported that Razer is indeed working to create a...

T-Mobile Galaxy Note 5 Updated With July Security Patch

Tim July 21, 2017 5

The Galaxy Note 5 on T-Mobile is being updated to version N920TUVS4EQG1, equipped with the July security patch. Not only is the security getting upgraded, but system improvements and stability improvements are also listed. The underlying Android build isn't...

Verizon Admits to Throttling Netflix, Says It Was Just Testing Optimizations

Tim July 21, 2017 5

A story that took place earlier this week just blew right open, with Verizon admitting that it has been tampering with video streaming performance of select applications, with the majority of worry being voiced by users of Netflix. As it has played out, users...

DEAL: Best Buy Hosting Black Friday in July Promo, Save $290 on Pixel Phones and Much More

Tim July 21, 2017 5

Best Buy is hosting a Black Friday in July event, with deals taking place all over its site. For us, the Android nerds, you'll find savings on a Pixel or Pixel XL through Verizon, with the max savings listed at $290. As detailed on Best Buy, you can grab a...

New Galaxy Note 8 Renders Provide Detailed Look

Tim July 21, 2017 5

Samsung made the unveiling date for the Galaxy Note 8 official just yesterday (August 23), so it only seems customary that we get our best look yet at the upcoming device via a 3rd-party. The above renders you are seeing originate from smartphone case maker...

Andy Rubin Says Essential Phone Now Arriving in a “Few Weeks”

Kellen July 21, 2017 5

It has been quiet on the Essential Phone front in recent weeks, but Andy Rubin just pinged those of us who put our name down for a reservation to tell us that we're getting there. Well, specifically he said that the phone is "now going through certification...

DEAL: Best Buy and Samsung Hosting $300-Off Galaxy S8 and S8+ Deals to Launch Coral Blue

Kellen July 21, 2017 5

July 21 is here and that means both Best Buy and Samsung are hosting mega discounts on the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ to celebrate the launch of the Coral Blue version in the US. Both are offering up at least $150 off, but you'll also find carrier models...

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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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