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Apex Launcher Now Pushes Its Own ‘Privacy Browser’ When You Open a Browser App

Tim November 18, 2019

If anyone still utilizes Apex Launcher, you may have noticed the introduction of an invasive advertising method that prompted users to download and use the launcher developer's own Privacy Browser app over things like Chrome and Firefox. According to users on...

DEAL: B&H Photo Still has a Few Pixel 3 64GB at $350 Off

Kellen November 18, 2019

Unlocked versions of the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are almost gone from this world now that the Pixel 4 is out and several retailers have run steep discounts to finish off remaining inventory. The Google Store is fully sold out of both and it appears that B&H...

DEAL: Anker Wireless Charging Pads are Awesome and This One is $8.49

Kellen November 18, 2019

Almost every phone maker outside of OnePlus has adopted wireless charging at this point, so stocking up on inexpensive charging pads to spread around your home is something worth doing, especially when there are deals on the ones that Anker sells. For the week...

In January, Microsoft’s Cortana is Going Bye-Bye in Select Markets

Tim November 18, 2019

After January 31, 2020, you will no longer find the Cortana mobile app and Microsoft is removing the digital assistance from Microsoft Launcher in select regions. At this time, the US isn't affected, but the countries that will have Cortana go away are Great...

App Teardown Hints at 8K Video Recording, 108MP Photos for Galaxy S11

Tim November 18, 2019

Digging through code buried inside the latest build of Samsung's Camera app, XDA has stumbled upon possible features for future devices from the company. Based on the timing, it's believed that any newly discovered features should belong to the Galaxy S11...

OnePlus Just Discounted OnePlus 7 Pro by $150, Accessories Up to 50% for Black Friday Season

Kellen November 18, 2019

It must be because of the later-than-usual Black Friday shopping weekend, but it sure seems like the deals are arriving earlier than ever this year. For example, OnePlus just announced Black Friday 2019 promos, only they are available right now. You can get a...

Samsung is Releasing a Galaxy Note 10+ Star Wars Special Edition (Updated)

Kellen November 18, 2019

Samsung and Lucasfilm have teamed up to celebrate the latest Star Wars film, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, which arrives in theaters December 20. As a part of their teaming, Samsung plans to release a Galaxy Note 10+ Stars Wars Special Edition phone in...

Stadia is Launching With Only 12 Games (Updated: 22 Now!)

Tim November 18, 2019

As we already know, Stadia launches on November 19. Up to this point, Google and the Stadia team have had no problem in showcasing which games will be available (eventually) on the platform. Today, though, we know exactly which titles will be available on...

Pixel 10a Official at $499 and the Upgrades are Tough to Find

Kellen February 18, 2026

Google fully unveiled the Pixel 10a today and there aren't many surprises following weeks of information trickling into our...

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Google Brings AirDrop Support to Pixel 9

Kellen February 17, 2026

Google has moved forward with its promise to bring AirDrop support to more phones. Today, the Search giant announced that the...

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Google’s Pixel is Getting a Now Playing App

Kellen February 16, 2026

Wouldn't it be cool if the Now Playing service on your Pixel phone had its own app that could get new features more regularly...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen February 16, 2026

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 15, 2026

Android 17 Beta is officially live and we've got it up and running on a Pixel 10 Pro. You could have it on your device as...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Actually Here for Your Pixel

Kellen February 13, 2026

UPDATE FEBRUARY 13 - Google tried to ship out the first Android 17 Beta 1 update a couple of days ago, but something forced...

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Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026

We have already seen a few Pixel 10a renders, but as we have gotten closer to a launch day, the quality of said renders has...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026

Google surprised the Android world this afternoon by announcing that Android 17 Beta 1 is arriving "soon." Yeah, Android 17,...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025

The iPhone 17 won't arrive for months, likely after Google releases its Pixel 10 series. For the most part, all talk around...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023

Some of you have been lucky enough to receive your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders a day early, thanks to Google's wildly...

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Pixel Watch 2 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023

The Pixel Watch 2 has been on my wrist for a full week and my list of notes has only grown. I've tested sleep tracking, put...

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Video: Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5 Unboxing!

Tim July 27, 2023

Samsung was gracious enough to send us its latest foldables devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. Naturally,...

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Google Pixel 7a Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen May 10, 2023

Because the Google Pixel 7a is available today for you to run out and buy at $499, you may not want to wait around for our...

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VIDEO: Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing!

Tim February 3, 2023

Unboxing time, baby! We have the Galaxy S23 Ultra in-house, a bit before they're set to make their way to buyers later this...

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Pixel 7 Pro: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim October 13, 2022

Fancy new Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro just show up at your doorstep? Perfect, then this video is for you. As is tradition, we've...

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Pixel Watch: First 10 Things To Do!

Kellen October 13, 2022

The day that most of you will receive your Google Pixel Watch from pre-orders is here. It's time for you to slap Google's...

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