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Chromecast With Google TV and Nest Audio Packaging Arrives

Kellen September 23, 2020 23

We only have a week to go before Google announces the Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5G, a new Nest Audio speaker, and its updated Chromecast device. Tonight, because this is the story of every Google hardware season, the Chromecast with Google TV and the new Nest Audio...

Nest Hub Max is Getting a Redesigned UI and It Looks Mighty Fine

Tim September 23, 2020 23

A lucky Nest Hub Max owner received an updated UI on his smart display this week and decided to share what's new in a video with the world. The device is running software version 32.24.0, meaning it's way ahead of what most units are running. Mine is sitting...

Sling TV Gets ‘Watch Party’ Feature Complete With Chat and Video

Tim September 23, 2020 23

Sling TV is introducing a new Watch Party feature this week, great for those who want to socially distance and still watch their favorite shows and games with friends. Accessible starting today on Chrome web browsers, customers can connect in real-time via a...

Google Pixel 4a 5G Specs Show How Close It is to Pixel 5

Kellen September 23, 2020 23

Google's messaging around the Pixel 4a 5G and the Pixel 5 is going to be critical when both launch here in a week. We know the pricing for each won't match, but there's potential for it to get awkward when someone asks, "What's the difference between the two?"...

Our Favorite Casemaker’s Pixel 5 Case Already Up for Sale and 20% Off

Tim September 23, 2020 23

The Pixel 5 still isn't entirely official, but that isn't stopping case makers from getting their goods ready for launch. After all, these companies are usually sent device dimensions good and early, allowing accessories to be ready to go upon launch. One of...

Samsung ECG Support Arrives on Galaxy Watch 3, Galaxy Watch Active 2 in US

Kellen September 23, 2020 23

Samsung is updating its two best watches today to bring the Samsung Health Monitor app and support for ECG measurements. After receiving approval on the day the Galaxy Watch 3 was announced, we have been waiting for news on a timeline for arrival. That wait is...

Galaxy S20 Fan Edition Arrives With $699 Price, Pre-Orders Today

Tim September 23, 2020 23

A new member of the Galaxy S20 family was made official this morning, the Galaxy S20 FE (Fan Edition). Priced starting at $699, this device can be seen as a competitor to plenty of devices on the market, but with so many Galaxy phones on the market, it could...

Google Assistant Gets Workday Routine, Adds More Lights to Gentle Sleep-Wake

Kellen September 23, 2020 23

So many of us have tried to fully adjust to a work life at home after the pandemic forced everyone from their offices months ago. As a way to bring a bit of normalcy back to your work day, Google Assistant is getting a new routine to send you reminders...

Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025 7

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025 9

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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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 6

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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Pixel Watch 4 Gets $100 Discount to End the Year

Kellen December 31, 2025 23

Grabbing a Pixel Watch 4 to end 2025 is a thing you can do at its biggest discount to date. The LTE models are all $100 off,...

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Samsung Likes Taking $250 Off Its Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 30, 2025 23

Starting off a new year with a new phone sounds like a pretty fun idea to me. As someone who switches phones every month or...

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Galaxy Watch Ultra at $399 Still Available ($250 Off)

Tim December 26, 2025 23

For those with an aging Galaxy timepiece on the wrist, now is a good time to consider an upgrade. Samsung is offering very...

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

Tim December 24, 2025 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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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