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Pixel 8a Jumps to 256GB Storage, Gets 4 Colors, Possible Price Increase

Kellen March 5, 2024 5

We saw the first renders of the upcoming Pixel 8a back in October of last year, followed by a retail box leak to kick off 2024. Now, retailers are starting to spill info onto our screens in yet another sign that Google could be close to releasing its next A-...

Waze Now Includes Speed Bump, First Responder, and Speed Limit Alerts

Tim March 5, 2024 5

Waze is introducing a suite of new alerts for users this week, all of which should really add to the overall usefulness of the application when driving around town. In the latest update, which will begin to hit devices this month, there are now alerts for...

Google Search Update Will Reduce Low-Quality Content by 40%

Kellen March 5, 2024 5

Google Search was once one of the most powerful tools on the planet. I can't tell you how many times over the years that I've heard someone say, "I just Googled it" or "You should Google it." We still do it, but I'd be lying if I told you that I do so and...

OnePlus Watch 2 Up for Order at $299, Get $50 Off for ANY Trade-In

Tim March 5, 2024 5

OnePlus has its new Wear OS-powered OnePlus Watch 2 up for purchase this week, priced at a reasonable $299. Available in a 46mm case in both Black Steel and Radiant Steel, the OnePlus Watch 2 has been receiving a lot of positive press. We're close to posting...

Nothing Phone 2a Launches at $349 and Could Have Been Fun

Kellen March 5, 2024 5

The Nothing Phone 2a is official and still not really launching in the US outside of a "Developer Program" that isn't meant for regular folks like you and I. Since this isn't exactly a US-focused phone, we'll make this quick. The Nothing Phone 2a will cost $...

Instagram DMs Get Editing, Pinned Chats, and More

Tim March 4, 2024 5

Your Instagram DMs are getting an upgrade starting this week, with the app rolling out many new features for the messaging portion of the photo-sharing platform. Inside the update, users can now edit messages within 15 minutes of sending. Misspell something...

Google Fixes 30+ Bugs in March Pixel Update

Tim March 4, 2024 5

Google has released its March update for Pixel devices, and inside, owners are looking at well over 30 bug fixes for phones ranging from the Pixel 5a, to the latest Pixel Fold and Pixel 8 Pro. Looking over the full list below, things that stand out are fixes...

March 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen March 4, 2024 5

March is upon us and so is the next big Google Pixel device update. After several months of testing through the Android Beta Program, the Android 14 QRP2 update has arrived. Because this is a big quarterly update, that also means we have a brand new Pixel...

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

Kellen December 22, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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 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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