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September 2022 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Phones

Kellen September 6, 2022 58

The stable update to Android 13 rolled out last month to still-supported Google Pixel phones and that's been a fun time, you know, getting used to changes and trying to pick out the best features. To kick off September, we're now getting the first update of...

Pixel 7, Pixel Watch Announcement Scheduled for October 6

Tim September 6, 2022 58

Google has gone and penned in October 6 at 10am Eastern (7am Pacific) as when we can expect to see the Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, as well as the Pixel Watch get completely unveiled. That's a month from today! We have been eagerly waiting for this announcement, as...

Jabra Elite 5 Earbuds Have Fast Pair and Voice Activated Google Assistant, Cost Only $149

Tim September 6, 2022 58

Jabra are the makers of some of my favorite audio accessories. They make great fitting and sounding buds, plus their cans are also quite lovely. Last week, the company introduced a new line of earbuds, the Elite 5 wireless earbuds. In terms of bang for buck,...

Xperia 5 IV is Pure Sony, Up for Pre-Order at $999

Tim September 5, 2022 58

Want a Sony smartphone, but also don't want to spend $1,600? That's completely understandable and Sony has a much more affordable option for you. The company announced the Xperia 5 IV last week, coming in at the amazingly low-low price of just $999. And yes, I...

Google Hangouts Breathes Last Workspace Breath on November 1

Tim September 3, 2022 58

Google announced this week that for Workspace users, Google Hangouts will be fully upgraded to Google Chat starting November 1, 2022. The last piece of the puzzle is Hangouts on web, which will redirect to Google Chat on web at the start of next month. At that...

T-Mobile Now Lets You Test Drive Its Network for 3 Months Directly From App

Tim September 2, 2022 58

T-Mobile is building in powerful features to its flagship Android application this week, with two of the highlights being a new Network Pass and Easy Switch. With Network Pass, so long as you have a compatible smartphone, T-Mobile is letting you test drive its...

$1,200 Off a Galaxy Z Fold 4, Flip 4 at Best Buy is the Play

Kellen September 2, 2022 58

When we talk best Galaxy Z Fold 4 deals (or Flip 4), we typically point you to Samsung's store because of their instant trade-in offers. As it turns out, Best Buy is running a very similar offer right now that will actually fetch you a bigger discount than...

Samsung Details Data Breach That Affects US Customers

Tim September 2, 2022 58

Samsung detailed a data breach this morning that has affected its US systems and ultimately compromised certain user information. Before we dive too deep, know that Samsung specifically states that user social security, credit card, and debit card information...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 3

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 2

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

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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Samsung Takes $1000 Off Galaxy Z Fold 7, Provides Free Storage Upgrade

Tim December 24, 2025 58

The holidays are a great time spoil others, but maybe it's time you were just a tad bit selfish and thought about your own...

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There’s a Way to Get $700 Off a Pixel 10 Pro XL

Kellen December 22, 2025 58

While we typically recommend buying phones unlocked and without a contract that ties you to a carrier, there are some...

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This Pixel Watch 4 at $150 Off is Almost Gone

Kellen December 22, 2025 58

When the Pixel Watch 4 first released, it sure looked like a device that might not have been a major upgrade over the Pixel...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 58

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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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