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Deal: Grab a Google Home for $15 Off on Google Store or at Best Buy

Tim May 1, 2017 44

For what we're assuming is a limited time, you can grab a Google Home for $15 off through the official Google Store or at Best Buy. With that discount, the Google Assistant-powered tube can be had for just $114. If you already own a Google Home, this is a...

May’s Android Security Update Live With Factory Images and OTA Files for Nexus, Pixel

Tim May 1, 2017 44

Google just posted the Android security update for May, 2017 and the files are already live for a number of devices. Listed on Google's website, we are seeing files for the Pixel and Pixel XL (N2G47O), Pixel C (N2G47O), Nexus 6P (N2G47O), Nexus 5X (N2G47O),...

Verizon LG G5 Receiving Performance Optimization, Security Update

Tim May 1, 2017 44

The LG G5 on Verizon is receiving a software update, labeled at version VS98728B. Inside, not too much is present, but it does bring an updated security patch level to the device. Due to not having the G5 in front of me, I can't yet confirm exactly which month...

ZTE Axon 7 Update Brings Night Mode and Enables Support for 256GB SD Cards

Tim May 1, 2017 44

An update for the Axon 7 is rolling out this week, one that includes quite a few changes for the ZTE device fans can't seem to stop talking about. Inside, owners will find a new Night Mode setting, support for 256GB SD cards, the ability to disable a few...

Deal: Buy a ZenWatch 3 for $20 Off, Priced at $209

Tim May 1, 2017 44

Since its release last year, the ZenWatch 3 from ASUS has not seen many discounts. In fact, today might be the first time I have ever seen it on sale, so if this is the Android Wear timepiece you've been wanting to get your hands on, now would be a good time. ...

HTC U 11 Specs Include 5.5″ QHD Display, Snapdragon 835 and 6GB RAM

Tim May 1, 2017 44

It is now May and we are closing in on HTC's May 16 event where the company is pretty much confirmed to unveil the U 11 (aka HTC U). This morning, a digital copy of the U 11's retail packaging, the one that showcases all of the device's specs, has been...

Weekly Recap: Galaxy S8 Reviews Are Done and Life is Good

Tim April 28, 2017 44

Our Galaxy S8/S8+ written and video reviews are now up for your viewing/reading pleasure, which means we can finally enjoy ourselves and relax this weekend. Thank goodness. We won't have long to chill, though, as Google I/O is now right around the corner - the...

DEAL: Buy an Unlocked LG G6, Get a Free LG Watch Style

Tim April 28, 2017 44

Currently at B&H Photo, folks who preorder an unlocked LG G6 will receive a free LG Watch Style, one of the two LG-made Android Wear devices that Google launched earlier this year. Here's our Watch Style review, just in case you missed it. The unlocked G6...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 2

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

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

Kellen December 22, 2025 44

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 44

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 44

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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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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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