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Google Photos Adds Stacks of Similar Photos to Help You Declutter, Document Folders Too

Kellen November 15, 2023 1

Google Photos is picking up a handful of new features as early as today that will introduce a less cluttered UI, as well as smarter folders built of document images, plus the ability to set reminders from an image. Guys, these new Photos features are more...

WhatsApp Backups to Soon Count Against Your Google Account Storage

Kellen November 14, 2023 1

Not that I'm familiar with WhatsApp, since I've never used the app, but I have news for those of you who do. WhatsApp backups will soon start to count against your Google Account storage limit in about a month. Both Google and WhatsApp announced the news today...

Pixel 6a for $99 Ain’t Bad, Verizon Customers

Kellen November 14, 2023 1

The Pixel 6a certainly isn't a "new" phone any longer, with the Pixel 7a available since last year and a likely Pixel 8a on the horizon for mid-2024. Still, if you can find a 6a at the right price, it could be worth a look if your budget is tight. Best Buy...

Fitbit’s New App Features, Like Device Battery Status, Going Live Now

Kellen November 14, 2023 1

Several weeks ago, Fitbit said that it was working on a number of important changes to their still-very-fresh app overhaul that would start to rollout in time. That time is now, as Fitbit tells us to start looking for many of those new features today. For...

Nothing Chats Brings iMessage to the Nothing Phone 2 (Updated)

Kellen November 14, 2023 1

UPDATE 11/20: This app did launch and was apparently such a massive security disaster that Nothing pulled it within hours and Sunbird had to pause use of their own app. A big giant yikes. About a year ago, you may recall a conversation we had about a new...

Samsung Fires Up Early Black Friday Deals, Save Up to $1K on Galaxy Z Fold 5 and More

Tim November 13, 2023 1

Much like every other company, Samsung is firing up a few early Black Friday deals, upping those trade-in values for buyers as well as offering free storage upgrades. Reviews: Galaxy Z Fold 5 | Galaxy S23 Ultra So far, the deals we see are for the Galaxy Z...

Google Store’s Black Friday Deals Start November 16, Includes $200 Off Pixel 8 Pro

Tim November 13, 2023 1

Google is detailing what to expect from this year's Google Store Black Friday deals, and honestly, they're pretty darn good. We're talking $200 off the Pixel 8 Pro, $150 off the Pixel 8, $100 off the Pixel Tablet, as well as $400 off the Pixel Fold. Other...

Here’s the OnePlus Watch 2 and It Runs Wear OS 4

Tim November 13, 2023 1

The original OnePlus Watch was not powered by Wear OS. When asked why, OnePlus said it wanted to offer superb battery life, something that would be hard to do if the watch came powered by Google's wearable OS. According to the latest intel concerning a sequel,...

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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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