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Report: Google, Samsung Join Forces to Merge Nearby Share and Quick Share

Tim December 22, 2023 12

Google has Nearby Share, its native P2P file sharing service for the Android ecosystem. Samsung has Quick Share, its own file sharing service, but made specifically for Samsung devices. In a weird twist of fate, it's getting reported that Google and Samsung...

Save $200 on Pixel 8 Pro, Best Android Phone of 2023

Tim December 21, 2023 12

In lieu of a big POTY awards post, we can go ahead and tell you that the Pixel 8 Pro is our pick for best Android phone of 2023. It wasn't a total runaway, as the Galaxy S23 Ultra also ranks high, but the Pixel 8 Pro edged it out with a killer camera, software...

Samsung Health App Gets Medication, Supplement Tracking

Tim December 21, 2023 12

The official Samsung Health app is picking up medication and supplement tracking this week, hopefully allowing users to, "manage their medications, improve adherence, and ultimately maintain better health overall.” This is much more than just a pill-time...

Galaxy S24 Lineup Specs Leaked, and Yup, There’s Titanium

Tim December 21, 2023 12

When I think iPhone 15 Pro, I can't help but think of titanium. It's the only thing they seem to market on the device. Looking over a leaked spec sheet for the entire family of upcoming Galaxy S24 devices, I instantly noticed the element getting a shoutout....

Bring Back Unlimited Google Photos Storage for Pixel Owners

Tim December 20, 2023 12

When people ask me why they should buy a Pixel, the usual summary is that the camera is one of the best on the market. What would pair perfectly with arguably the best camera system for Android? Free storage for all of your amazing photos, that's what. Sadly,...

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Verizon Ends Year by Expanding Its Network in 50 Cities and Towns

Kellen December 20, 2023 12

For most of the first half of 2023, Verizon regularly shared the major 5G upgrades of its network that had been pushed all over the country. They were detailed in describing the upgrades from state to state and city to city, telling the story of a carrier who...

Samsung December Updates Arrive on Several Devices (Updated)

Kellen December 20, 2023 12

When it comes to updates, December is expected to be pretty chill for Samsung devices. Most of Samsung's best phones and foldables all received a huge update to Android 14 and One UI 6 in November, so for this month, a security patch should be all that arrives...

Ookla Ranks Top 10 5G Markets and US Unsurprisingly Absent

Tim December 19, 2023 12

Ookla has published its State of Worldwide Connectivity report for 2023. There is a ton of insight in there for people concerned with 5G, access to data, and internet speed numbers in general. However, also in this latest report is a bit of depression for US...

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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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