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Pixel Phones Get Pixel Feature Drop as Bonus to Android 14 Update

Kellen October 4, 2023 7

Today isn't only about Android 14 and the Pixel 8 - it also happens to be a Pixel Feature Drop month for all Pixel device owners. While the bigger story is Android 14 and the new phones, there are still some new goodies on the way for Pixel owners not looking...

Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Official, Priced at $699 and $999 – Pre-Orders Open Now

Kellen October 4, 2023 7

The daily drip of leaks can stop now, as Google has officially announced the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro at an event in New York City. The event marks the end of one of the most absurdly drawn out hype and leak periods in recent memory, but that's often how a...

Pixel Watch 2 Official With More Fitbit, Better Health Tracking, and $350 Price

Kellen October 4, 2023 7

The Pixel Watch 2 joined the Pixel 8 on stage today, becoming official and with pre-orders open. You can buy the new Google watch today if you want, and it'll ship in a week. Oh, you need to know what's new? Well, let's just say that Google has kept a lot of...

Watch the Made by Google, Pixel 8 Event at 10AM ET!

Kellen October 4, 2023 7

The Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, and Pixel Watch 2 will get their full and official reveal this morning at a Made by Google event taking place in NYC. The leaks can chill now. We can prepare our wallets, as we listen closely for any surprises. This is it. If you'd...

Samsung Announces Galaxy S23 FE, Tab S9 FE Lineup, and Buds FE

Tim October 3, 2023 7

Samsung introduced its new lineup of FE devices this week, consisting of the Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Galaxy Tab S9+ FE, and the Galaxy Buds FE. These Galaxy FE devices, or Fan Edition as they are also called, aim to bring solid specs, hardware, and...

What Has You Excited for the Pixel 8 Lineup?

Tim October 3, 2023 7

For Google fans, this week is a big deal. The company is releasing two new Pixel phones, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, and presumably dropping Android 14 all on the same day. It's going to be busy, but as I tell Kellen, this is what we train for. We've seen...

Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5 Getting October Patch

Tim October 3, 2023 7

Samsung is shipping out the newest security patch to its latest foldable devices, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5. We don't expect to see anything else besides the patch inside. For those who may be hoping to see Android 14 on their Galaxy device soon,...

Pixel Buds Pro Get Conversation Detection, Clearer Calls

Tim October 3, 2023 7

Google appears set to release new firmware for Pixel Buds Pro this week, reported to be labeled as build 5.9. Inside, it's looking like a relatively major upgrade, with the earbuds getting outfitted with conversation detection, clearer calls, as well as...

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 2

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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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