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Verizon Galaxy Note 20 Lineup Updated With January Patch

Tim January 25, 2023 3

Verizon is pushing out the January security patch, the latest patch available from Google, to owners of the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. Once updated, Note 20 owners will see software build version N981USQS3GWA1 and Note 20 Ultra owners have have...

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Ubisoft Gifting Free Month of GeForce NOW Priority to Stadia Gamers

Tim January 24, 2023 3

Back in December, publisher Ubisoft made it very clear to players of its titles that used Stadia would be able to access the same exact titles via Ubisoft Connect, so long as that title was available on PC. I'm happy to report that nothing is changing there,...

Galaxy S23 May be First Android Phone to Support Upgraded Fast Pair Feature

Tim January 24, 2023 3

Right now, Google's Fast Pair feature can be used to set up devices like earbuds and Wear OS devices. In newly spotted code, it appears that Fast Pair will soon support setting up Android smartphones, with the first devices in line to receive this being the...

Android 14 Won’t Care for Your Outdated Apps

Tim January 24, 2023 3

Spotted in now private code, it appears that Android 14 won't play nicely with outdated apps. In what's being reported as a plan to help curb malware that targets outdated Android apps, Google may put a very strict requirement on app installation beginning...

Galaxy S23 Ultra Camera Samples Show Off Zoom, Low Light Capabilities

Tim January 23, 2023 3

We were already pretty confident that the Galaxy S23 Ultra (reserve here) would feature a solid camera, thanks to the introduction of Samsung's upgraded ISOCELL HP2, the 200-megapixel sensor we expect to see on the device's backside. Thanks to Twitter user @...

Is Twitter’s ‘For You’ Column the Worst Thing Ever? Yes.

Tim January 23, 2023 3

A few days ago, my Twitter for Android application started presenting me with a new UI. My feed is now split up into two columns: For you and Following. Would you like to take a guess on which one Twitter has decided to default for me? I'll give you a hint. It...

Early Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing Makes Me Want It More

Tim January 23, 2023 3

We are coming up on Samsung's official unveiling date for the Galaxy S23 lineup, but it appears units are already making their way out into the wild. Don't trip, Samsung, it happens to the best of us. Thanks to these early unboxings, we're getting a better...

Android 13 QPR2 Beta 2.1 Released for Pixel Devices

Tim January 20, 2023 3

A very minor update labeled as Beta 2.1 for Android 13 QPR2 testers is now available for Pixel devices. If you didn't see it, Beta 2 was announced only a few days ago. As for what's new, this appears to be a very small bug fixer, but important enough for...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 1

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 5

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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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