Android Tips and Tricks, the Ultimate Guide

Hangouts Voice Calls Via Mobile on Android Sort of Works Already

Kellen May 5, 2014 53

So, this is interesting. A user over at reddit figured out how you can jump on a voice call through Google Hangouts on Android. This minute. Right now. Using your phone (with a little help from your computer). It works, for the most part, but clearly needs...

How to: Setup Paypal Fingerprints on the Verizon Galaxy S5

Kellen April 21, 2014 53

Remember how on launch day of the Galaxy S5, we realized (to no one's surprise) that Verizon had completely disabled one of the phone's better features, Paypal fingerprint support? Well, some things appear to have happened behind the scenes with the apps...

Galaxy S5: 25+ Tips and Tricks

Kellen April 16, 2014 53

A new flagship has landed, so as always, we want to make sure you know how to use all of its best features with 25+ tips and tricks. Actually, most would consider the Samsung Galaxy S5 to be the flagship of the year, that is, until someone comes along and...

How to: Turn on Manual Exposure in the New Google Camera

Kellen April 16, 2014 53

Because some of you asked about it almost immediately after installing the new Google Camera (video tour), we wanted to make sure you knew how to enable the Manual Exposure setting. Thankfully, it's really simple. 1. Open the camera. 2. Swipe to the right...

How to: Quickly Disable Bloatware on the Galaxy S5

Kellen April 11, 2014 53

If you picked up a Samsung Galaxy S5 today from a carrier partner in the U.S., then you are more than likely already overwhelmed by the amount of bloatware installed on your device. For example, on the Verizon variant alone, we're pushing 20 pre-installed apps...

How to: Setup the Samsung Galaxy S5 Fingerprint Scanner

Kellen April 10, 2014 53

The Samsung Galaxy S5 has a fingerprint scanner, yep, it does. It's not as slick as Apple's on the iPhone 5s, but it's there in case you want to give it a spin. You can use it to authenticate in your Samsung account, potentially pay for things with Paypal, and...

Using “Toolbox” on the Samsung Galaxy S5

Kellen April 10, 2014 53

Samsung is known for tossing all sorts of gimmicky software features into its flagship Galaxy phones. Some are neat tricks that you'll seldom use, while others look great on a press event stage and almost no where else. But the new Galaxy S5 has one in...

How to: Turn Off HTC One (M8) Voice Dial Gesture, Other Motion Launch Gestures

Kellen April 1, 2014 53

HTC may be in a neck-and-neck battle with Samsung for king of the gimmicks, but even I can admit that they innovated or at least created something useful in one area - the lock screen with Motion Launch Gestures on the HTC One (M8). Motion Launch Gestures...

Google Added 9 Sweet New Features to Your Pixel in Big Update

Kellen December 2, 2025 11

Following the release of several beta builds over a number of months, Google released Android 16 QPR2 today in stable as the...

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December 2025 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen December 2, 2025 6

Google released the December Pixel update today that also happens to be Android 16 QPR2, which we've all been testing for...

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Samsung Makes Galaxy Z TriFold Official, US Launch Set for Early 2026

Tim December 1, 2025 23

Samsung is doing it, folks. After a recent leak that detailed the name, Samsung has gone ahead and made it all official:...

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Android XR Event Scheduled for December 8

Tim December 1, 2025 1

Google has set the date for a new Android XR event, likely where the company will unveil either its own eyewear or possibly a...

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You Can Now Force Gemini Upgrade on Google Smart Speakers

Tim December 1, 2025 8

If you're like me, you have been patiently waiting for Google to push the Gemini upgrade to your compatible Google Home...

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Samsung Wipes 53% Off Galaxy Z Fold 7 With Free Upgrades

Kellen November 29, 2025

All of the Black Friday deals are established and available through the weekend, so if you've hesitated on picking up...

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Samsung Kicks $940 Off Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen November 28, 2025 5

To keep the Black Friday fun rolling, Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is seeing low prices that we haven't seen in months and you...

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T-Mobile is Giving Out Free DoorDash DashPass Again

Kellen November 26, 2025 3

T-Mobile's free DashPass for DoorDash has returned in time for the holidays in case you missed it earlier this year. You can...

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Samsung Pulls Out Galaxy S25 Ultra Deal I’ve Never Seen Before

Kellen December 5, 2025 53

Even with last weekend well behind us, there are still Cyber Week deals to be had through places like Samsung. They appear to...

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Pixel 10 Pro Keeps Getting Surprise $350 Off Discounts

Kellen December 4, 2025 53

There were Cyber Week deals to be had for the majority of this week, but we've now noticed that most participants, including...

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Here are the Top Cyber Monday Deals We’ve Seen

Tim December 1, 2025 53

If you hadn't noticed, it's Cyber Monday, with many deals to be found across the interwebs. There are deals on phones, TVs,...

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Samsung’s Secret Offers Program Could Save You Extra Hundreds on Galaxy, TVs, More

Kellen December 1, 2025 53

The major holiday shopping weekend is coming to a close soon, but first we need to get through Cyber Monday. Many of the same...

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Samsung Kicks 71% Off Galaxy Watch 8

Kellen November 29, 2025 53

Wearables are such a great holiday gift. For one, they don't completely break the bank and are often discounted heavily...

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Pixel 9 Pro Stock Clearing Arrives With Prices as Low as $500

Kellen November 29, 2025 53

Buying a year-old phone used to be a thing we wouldn't recommend, with companies barely offering proper support for them or...

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Samsung Wipes 53% Off Galaxy Z Fold 7 With Free Upgrades

Kellen November 29, 2025 53

All of the Black Friday deals are established and available through the weekend, so if you've hesitated on picking up...

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Arc Pulse Doesn’t Do Discounts Often, Drops 10% Off Pixel 10 Pro Cases

Kellen November 28, 2025 53

Our favorite little case thing for Google's Pixel 9 and Pixel 10 phones is seeing a rare sale for Black Friday. Arc Pulse is...

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