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Android 13 QPR2 Beta 3.1 Update Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen February 9, 2023 2

What a week for Android updates if you have a Google Pixel phone. First, we had the monthly Android patch to start the week. Then we got Android 14 as a first developer preview. And now the folks in the Android 13 QPR2 beta program are seeing that love. Today,...

OnePlus 11 Review: A Lot of Good, Still a Bit Off

Kellen February 9, 2023 2

OnePlus came out of the 2023 gate hot, with a new flagship phone release as early as ever in the OnePlus 11. This is the phone that will take them through most of 2023 as a replacement for last year's OnePlus 10 Pro, even if that "Pro" branding has apparently...

TBT: Galaxy S23 Ultra Inbound? Insert Your S Pen Backwards Without Fear

Tim February 9, 2023 2

The year is 2015 and Samsung hasn't yet realized that if a human is given an opportunity to do something dumb, they're gonna do it. In this case, I refer, of course, to the Galaxy Note 5 and the infamous S Pen debacle. Related: Pre-Order the Galaxy S23 Ultra...

What’s New in Android 14 Developer Preview 1?

Kellen February 8, 2023 2

The first developer preview of Android 14 dropped earlier today and we were quick to flash it. Our Pixel 7 and Pixel 6 devices are up and running this new version of Android in hopes that we'd find a whole bunch of fun stuff to share back with you. As it turns...

VIDEO: First 10 Things to Do With Galaxy S23 Ultra!

Tim February 8, 2023 2

Those who pre-ordered the Galaxy S23 Ultra will soon have their shiny new Samsung device headed their way, so in order to prepare you for that eventuality, we're here to present to you the First 10 Things to Do. Pre-Order Galaxy S23 Ultra, Save Lots of Money...

Android 14 Arrives as First Developer Preview for Pixel Phones

Kellen February 8, 2023 2

Surprise! Android 14 is here! Google released the first Android 14 Developer Preview on the world this morning in celebration of LeBron breaking the NBA scoring record. Actually, this has nothing to do with that bundle of greatness from last night, but...

Google Maps Immersive View Starts Rolling Out, Gets Glanceable Directions Too

Kellen February 8, 2023 2

It's a day for Google Maps it seems, with Google announcing several big updates or features to an app of theirs that I'm not sure the world could live without. Seriously, what would we do without Google Maps? Anyways, the big changes announced today involve...

RootMetrics Report: Verizon By Far Most Reliable, Fast, and… Reliable

Tim February 7, 2023 2

RootMetrics has published its State of the Mobile Union, based on data collected during the second half of 2022. The findings are rather interesting, at least when we put them up against findings from the other firms that track this sort of thing. According to...

What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 3

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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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025 6

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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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We’re at the Point Where You Only Buy a Pixel 10 Pro if It’s $300 Off

Kellen December 8, 2025 2

Paying full price for Google's Pixel devices is certainly a thing you could do. If you are the type to buy something on the...

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