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Pixel 8 Review: Definitely Not a Small Pixel 8 Pro

Tim October 17, 2023 37

Google has made it abundantly clear, both in hardware and software, that Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are not the same. Years ago, Google would release a Pixel device, plus an XL model to go along with it. For the most part, they were very similar experiences. Heck...

Fitbit Announces Several Improvements to New App, Including Dark Mode

Kellen October 17, 2023 37

The shiny new Fitbit app with a refreshed UI is only about a month old and yet Fitbit is already announcing several changes coming to the app after listening to your feedback. Things like battery percentages in new places, tighter spacing, and yes, a dark mode...

Original Pixel Watch Gets Wear OS 4 Update Today!

Kellen October 17, 2023 37

When the Pixel Watch 2 was unveiled a couple of weeks ago with Wear OS 4, Google wasn't that specific on when the original Pixel Watch would receive an update to the same software. They would only say that it was coming later in the year. Folks, I have good...

Pixel 7 Pro Trade-in Values Have Absolutely Tanked at the Google Store

Kellen October 17, 2023 37

We weren't exactly thrilled with the trade-in values that Google offered for the Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro through the Google Store during the Pixel 8 pre-order period. The values seemed on the lower end for year-old phones that companies typically give customers...

Google Clock Gets Weather, Should Sync Alarms With Pixel Watch Soon

Kellen October 17, 2023 37

Google has started to push out a new Google Clock app that adds at least two useful new features for those who rely on the Clock app for their daily wake-up routine or who travel from city to city on the regular. One will also only come in handy if you have a...

Toasty: Mortal Kombat Onslaught Now on Android, Rated M for Mature

Tim October 17, 2023 37

Mortal Kombat, currently at a high due to the recent release of Mortal Kombat 1, now has a fresh title available for Android and iOS this week. Called Mortal Kombat: Onslaught, this title features its own mobile-exclusive storyline, RPG battles, plus most of...

T-Mobile Crushes Verizon, AT&T in Ookla’s Q3 Speed Report

Tim October 16, 2023 37

Ookla has published its latest findings with regard to US carrier data speeds, and to the surprise of nobody, T-Mobile is still very much ahead when compared to Verizon and AT&T. In terms of raw download speed, T-Mobile median speed is clocked at 164Mbps...

Pixel 8 Pro Still Comes With Free Pixel Watch 2, But Not for Much Longer

Tim October 16, 2023 37

If anyone bothered to read the fine print on Google's promotion for a free Pixel Watch 2 with the purchase of a new Pixel 8 Pro, then you'd know that this deal wasn't going to last forever. In fact, it ends tonight, making today the last day to take advantage...

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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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