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Google Duo Gets a Sweet New Notes Feature

Kellen January 27, 2020

Google Duo, an app I've never used but is apparently all the rage with Google folk, is getting a fun new feature today that lets users send notes to contacts. I don't know that it has an official name, but you'll now be able to doodle on screen to send over a...

#AndroidHelp Hashtag Hotline on Twitter Fired Up to Solve Your Android Issues

Tim January 27, 2020

The Android team has launched an official #AndroidHelp hashtag on Twitter this week, aimed at helping you solve your Android-related issues. Keep in mind, there were 2.5 billion active Android devices as of last May, so depending on how many people seek help...

Galaxy Z Flip, Samsung’s Other Foldable, Reported to be AT&T Exclusive and Cost $1,400

Tim January 27, 2020

XDA's Max Weinbach has new Galaxy Z Flip (previously thought to be called Galaxy Bloom) information this week, important for anyone who is currently saving money for Samsung's upcoming foldable. According to Weinbach, the new foldable style will be a timed AT&...

‘True’ Galaxy Fold Successor Said to be Coming Q2, Feature 5G and S Pen

Tim January 27, 2020

According to XDA's Max Weinbach, we should expect to see the true Galaxy Fold successor come this year in Q2. So you don't have to Google it, that's April 1 to June 30, 2020. Not only did Weinbach offer a timeframe from his sources, but to be thoughtful, he...

Google Camera Update Hints at New Pixel Phones, Video Improvements

Kellen January 27, 2020

An update for the Google Camera update that showed up over the weekend gives us two hints about the future of Google Pixel phones. For one, we might get a video improvement, which is an area that Google's Pixel 4 got hammered on in early reviews. Additionally,...

Older SHIELD TV Units Pick Up Support for New SHIELD Remote in 8.0.2 Update

Tim January 27, 2020

An update is rolling out to older SHIELD TV models this week, one that mainly focuses on adding support for the new SHIELD Remote, which happens to now be purchasable separately from the new SHIELD TV units. Sweeeeet! For details on new SHIELD Remote, check...

Pre-Order Galaxy S20+, Get Free Set of Galaxy Buds+

Tim January 27, 2020

According to a recently leaked image from @evleaks, anyone who intends on preordering a new Galaxy S20 device from Samsung will be treated to a free pair of Galaxy Buds+, the sequel earbuds to the original Galaxy Buds. Galaxy Buds from Samsung are one of our...

Official Successor to Vine Launches, Available Now on Android and iOS

Tim January 27, 2020

At long last, a successor to Vine has arrived in the form of byte, a new 6-second video clip sharing platform. Available over this past weekend on both Android and iOS, byte is essentially the same exact thing as Vine was. Creators can make video clips of up...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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