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Unlocked Pixel 4a 5G Arrives in White End of the Month

Kellen January 7, 2021 9

The Pixel 4a 5G initially launched in both unlocked and Verizon variants, with Verizon's 4a 5G carrying a price tag $100 higher for access to their 5G mmW network. Verizon's new Pixel phone also came in an exclusive "Clearly White" colorway that we can happily...

Simple Bank to Shut Down

Tim January 7, 2021 9

In an email to customers, Simple Bank, the all digital Portland-based banking service, is shutting its digital doors. It's noted to be a strategic decision by Simple's parent bank, BBVA USA. If you use Simple, here's what you need to know: Right now, nothing...

Verizon 5G Home and 5G Ultra Wideband Expands to Several New Markets

Kellen January 7, 2021 9

Only a week into 2021 and the first 5G announcements are here, as carriers and phone makers continue to try and convince the world that 5G is a big deal and something you should be interested in paying for. Verizon said today that it'll expand both 5G Home and...

Galaxy Chromebook 2 Starts at $550, Still Super Fine in Red

Tim January 7, 2021 9

Samsung made its new Galaxy Chromebook 2 official this morning, deciding to kickstart all of next week's CES activities. A look at this device was leaked back in December, with those past images being spot on. All you need to know about the Chromebook 2 is...

OnePlus 8T is $100 Off Today

Kellen January 6, 2021 9

Need another good phone deal for the day? OnePlus dropped the price on the OnePlus 8T by $100, bringing its price to $649 in either color. For $649, you get an excellent phone with high refresh rate display, 12GB RAM, all the storage you could ever need (256GB...

Nest’s 2021 Includes New Line of Security Cameras

Tim January 6, 2021 9

Google confirmed this week that new Nest security cameras are coming in 2021. This news follows the confirmation that the Nest Cam IQ Outdoor is currently out of stock on the Google Store and there's no plan to restock. Google specifically states that there's...

Galaxy S10 Lineup Receiving Android 11 Internationally, Arriving Soon in US

Tim January 6, 2021 9

Owners of a Galaxy S10 smartphone located in regions that utilize the Exynos processor (basically everywhere outside of North America), are beginning to receive the Android 11 (One UI 3.0) update. This same update began rolling out to Galaxy S20 owners last...

Google Fi has All Galaxy S20 Phones for $600 Off

Kellen January 6, 2021 9

As you are well aware, Samsung will announce the Galaxy S21 family next week and the phones will likely be the best in Android. The thing is, smartphones have peaked and no longer do we see massive improvements from one year to the next, which means the S21...

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

Kellen December 22, 2025 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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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