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DEAL: SHIELD Controller for SHIELD TV Only $9 at GameStop (Updated: Gone)

Tim October 16, 2019

There may or may not be a new SHIELD TV on the way. With that being said, if you love your current SHIELD TV and don't plan on upgrading, and you happen to need an extra SHIELD Controller for your current Android TV-powered set-top box, GameStop is selling the...

Pixel 3, Pixel 3a Lineup Confirmed to Get Updated Night Sight Camera Mode

Tim October 16, 2019

Even though we expected as much, Google confirmed via Twitter yesterday that the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3a lineup of devices will receive the improved Night Sight mode found on the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. There's no telling exactly when this camera update will...

Just so You Know, Pixel 4 Phones Get Updates Through October 2022

Kellen October 16, 2019

As has been the case for most of the Pixel line's life, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL will see a full three years of updates. That's both security and Android version updates, which isn't the case for most Android phone makers. Google updated their Pixel Support...

Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL Pre-Orders Live at Amazon With $100 Gift Card

Kellen October 15, 2019

The best deal on the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL might be the deal from Amazon that just went live. If you pre-order from Amazon, you'll not only get your new Pixel 4 or 4 XL, but Amazon is tossing in a $100 Amazon gift card. Now, if you order from the Google Store...

I Spent Some Time With the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL Today

Kellen October 15, 2019

I was fortunate enough to cruise into NYC this week to stop by Google's 2019 hardware event and get in some time with the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL. I didn't spend enough time with either to give you any final thoughts (those are coming soon), but I did handle...

Pixel 4 Really is Available at All of the Major US Carriers, Here are the Deals

Kellen October 15, 2019

For 2.5 years, Google tied itself to Verizon as the sole carrier partner for its Pixel phones, a move that likely limited any chance of the Pixel, Pixel 2, or Pixel 3 being a retail success. Starting with the Pixel 3a, that changed a bit as they expanded to...

RIP Google Daydream View, Pixel Buds (1st-Gen), and Google Clips

Tim October 15, 2019

The end has come for the Google Daydream View headset, the first-generation Pixel Buds, and Google Clips. All of this was confirmed today when Google updated its product support site that lists every single device that is currently sold in the Google Store. As...

Google’s New Recorder App Offers Real-Time Transcription, Sweet Search Function

Tim October 15, 2019

Until this morning, you couldn't pay me to get hyped over a voice recording app. Somehow, though, Google has done that. At today's Made By Google hardware event, the company showcased the new Recorder app that will come preloaded on the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL....

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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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