Android Tips and Tricks, the Ultimate Guide

You Can Ask YouTube TV Support for Multiview Access

Kellen March 16, 2023 22

When YouTube TV announced its new multiview feature earlier in the week, we almost couldn't contain our immediate excitement knowing the NCAA March Madness basketball tournament was days away. But then we realized that Google was only planning to rollout the...

It’s Time to Enable Gmail Package Tracking

Kellen January 30, 2023 22

No one would blame you for forgetting that Gmail was supposed pick-up a new package tracking feature. Google announced the change last November and then I'm not sure we heard another word about it again. This week, the internet discovered that the new feature...

Old Wear OS Trick Will Update Your Pixel Watch

Kellen December 7, 2022 22

The Pixel Watch is getting a December update alongside the Pixel line of phones and that likely means you've checked for it. Since these things tend to rollout slowly, you may have come away disappointed after doing so and seeing a "Your watch is up to date"...

Stop Saying “Hey Google, Stop” and Just Say “Stop”

Kellen January 28, 2022 22

Google Assistant can be a useful tool to use from your phone, but also through your smart speaker or display. Weirdly, though, those home units often mistake something we say as the "Hey Google" hotword and can start carrying on a conversation in the...

Tip: Turn Off RCS “Chat” When You Switch Phones or Else…

Kellen July 20, 2021 22

Now that Verizon has committed to RCS with Google, the three major US carriers are all onboard. RCS is here (unlike 5G) and will be a big part of your messaging experience going forward, assuming you have an Android phone. And while RCS is great and a big...

How to Get Android 12 Developer Preview 1 on Your Google Pixel Phone

Kellen February 18, 2021 22

Let's say you saw the news about Android 12 Developer Preview 1 going live, read all of the changelogs and feature lists, and decided that you are interested in running this initial preview that is built for developers, not the everyday man. Well, you...

How To: Add Google Assistant Routines Shortcuts to Home Screen

Kellen December 10, 2020 22

As aware as I am of Google Assistant and its capabilities, my hesitance to use it more often has almost always been because I'd prefer to not have to speak out loud to it. When I use Assistant, it's typically by first activating it with a swipe rather than "...

Random Tip: Change Default Gmail Snooze Times in Google Keep

Kellen September 9, 2020 22

Because Google killed the greatest email app of all time and left us with Gmail, which still lacks some of the features I loved so much about Inbox, I've spent the better part of the past year or so jumping between both Gmail and third party email options. I'm...

Google Posts New April Update Build for Pixel 7 and Pixel 8, Hopefully For Those Missing It

Kellen April 17, 2024 8

When we asked everyone a week ago if the April Google Pixel update was treating them well, we did so because we also wanted...

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Report: New Exynos Modem for Pixel 9 Lineup, Plus Satellite Connectivity

Tim April 15, 2024 12

Since early this year, there's been no shortage of Pixel 9 leaks and rumors. We're now officially midway through April and...

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The First Android 15 Beta is Here!

Kellen April 11, 2024 20

Right on schedule, Google has released Android 15 Beta 1 for your Pixel to download and dance with. We've already been...

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Google’s New Find My Device Network is Here

Kellen April 8, 2024 19

All signs last week pointed to Google's new Find My Device network finally launching today and that has indeed happened. Find...

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Google Podcasts is Officially Done

Kellen April 4, 2024 26

The time has come - Google Podcasts is no more and you need to find an alternative or just use YouTube Music. This happened...

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April 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen April 2, 2024 26

As we enter a fresh month, Google is ready to push out new software, which means the April Android Update for your Pixel...

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Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2.1 is Here for Pixel Devices

Tim April 1, 2024 10

A minor update is being shipped out to supported Pixel devices for Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2, labeled as Beta 2.1. Inside,...

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Report: 2024 Pixel Lineup Includes Pixel 9 Pro XL

Tim March 27, 2024 58

Until a report published this week, we have assumed business as usual from Google in 2024, with the company planning two...

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DEAL: Galaxy S24 Ultra 1TB in Exclusive Color for $759 ($900 Off)

Tim April 17, 2024 22

Thanks to an instant discount and enhanced trade-in promotion, buyers of the Galaxy S24 Ultra (1TB) can get the phone for as...

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DEAL: Pixel 7a Down to New Low of $349

Tim April 15, 2024 22

Pixel 7a is a good phone, one that supports the flashing of the latest Android 15 Beta 1 build. If you're looking for a phone...

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DEAL: Trade In Your Really Old Tablet, Get Pixel Tablet for $250

Tim April 11, 2024 22

Google is offering improved trade-in values on older Android and iOS tablets right now, bringing the price of a Pixel Tablet...

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Samsung Drops $900 Off Galaxy S24 Ultra in Exclusive Colors

Kellen April 5, 2024 22

You might think that after several months, a new device from Samsung would see a slowdown in big deals to try and move them....

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DEAL: Last Chance to Get Pixel 8 Pro at $250 Off

Tim April 1, 2024 22

Pixel 8 Pro at $250 off is a very good deal, so you weren't expecting it to last forever, were you? Google will be removing...

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DEAL: Pixel 7 Pro 512GB at $499 is Bonkers ($600 Off)

Tim March 29, 2024 22

Pixel 7 Pro, some of the hottest Android hardware to ever grace this world, is currently on sale over at Woot! for just $499....

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DEAL: Pixel 7a at $374 is Still Solid Buy ($125 Off)

Tim March 28, 2024 22

For all you deal hounds, Google has lowered the price of the Pixel 7a at essentially all US retailers, down to a completely...

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DEAL: Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is $305 ($95 Off), Low as $80 With Trade-in

Tim March 25, 2024 22

As I was writing up the latest Samsung wearable news, I noticed on Samsung's website that the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is...

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