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Fossil Sport, Others Getting Gen 5’s Sweet Battery Modes Today

Kellen January 6, 2020

Oh friends, do we have big Fossil Wear OS news to share. Remember those sweet battery modes introduced alongside the Fossil Gen 5 last year that we were told would one day arrive on older Fossil watches? Those battery modes are starting to rollout today! The...

January 2020 Android Security Update Now Available for Pixel Devices (Updated)

Kellen January 6, 2020

First Android update of 2020! The new year is here and so is the first monthly Android update from Google. We have updates for all of Google's currently supported Pixel phones, and it appears as if all builds are ready (both factory images and OTA files) to go...

Samsung Intros $999+ Galaxy Chromebook, Comes in Red so Automatically the Best Ever

Tim January 6, 2020

According to tech journos on the web, Samsung might've just released the nicest Chromebook of all time! Wow! Called the Galaxy Chromebook and priced starting at $999 set for release in Q1 of this year, the specs do align with what you would label as a solid...

Diesel’s New Fadelite Wear OS Watch Reminds Me of Those Awesome Jelly Shoes (Updated)

Kellen January 6, 2020

You remember jelly shoes, right? I don't know that Diesel is going to appreciate this comparison, but their new Wear OS watch totally reminds of those. I think that's fun! Diesel today announced the Diesel On Fadelite Wear OS watch that includes (almost) all...

Jabra Elite Active 75t Cost $200, Probably the New Active Earbud King

Kellen January 5, 2020

If you look around the internet for "best wireless earbuds," Jabra's Elite line has dominated for a couple of years now. The Elite Active 65t was a pair loved by many, but since it's 2020, we've got replacements on the way. Today, Jabra announced the Elite...

Samsung Confirms: Unpacked is Going Down February 11

Kellen January 4, 2020

Samsung confirmed last night's leak: their next Unpacked event is happening on February 11 in San Francisco. They didn't mention the Galaxy S11 (S20?) or Galaxy Fold 2, only that they have multiple devices to show off that "will shape the next decade of mobile...

Nanoleaf Intros ‘Learning Series’ That Will Learn, Then Control How You Use Your Home’s Lighting

Tim January 3, 2020

Smart lights are labeled "smart" because they're connected to WiFi and can be controlled by apps on your phone. While that's cool, Nanoleaf is looking to take things further, introducing its new Learning Series bundle of hardware ahead of CES next week....

DEAL: AUKEY Hosting Sale on USB-C Power Delivery Chargers, Low as $14

Tim January 3, 2020

Chargers are obviously important these days and we can't help but get a little excited when Aukey decides to host a sale on some of their best gear. Over on Amazon, Aukey has different USB-C chargers currently marked down, all of which are good for smartphones...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 1

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

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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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025

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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