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Google Wallet Loses PayPal

Kellen June 3, 2025 3

Almost a decade has passed since you were first allowed to add your PayPal account to Google Wallet (back when it was Android Pay). While I'm sure that connection has been helpful in making secure payments both online and in-person, the final days of that...

Photoshop Beta Arrives on Android, Free to Use for Limited Time

Tim June 3, 2025 3

Adobe released Photoshop (Beta) to Android this morning, allowing anyone and everyone to use the service free of charge during this testing period. All of the tools and AI editing is available inside free of charge, so even if you don't plan to give Adobe any...

Nothing Phone 3 Launches July 1

Kellen June 3, 2025

Nothing's daily rollout of teases is in full force as we approach the launch of the Nothing Phone 3. As an example, just yesterday they made a headline by telling us that the Glyph Interface was dead, which really just means they are replacing it, likely with...

Nothing ‘Killed’ Glyph Interface, But Probably For Something Cooler

Tim June 2, 2025 2

The Nothing hypetrain continues to chug along. The company recently announced that it has killed its well-liked Glyph interface on the backside of its upcoming Nothing Phone 3, but we all know that the word killed isn't quite what they mean. Since the first...

Actual Photos of Pixel 10 Pro Detail Exterior, Tensor G5 Innards

Tim June 2, 2025 27

After learning that we can expect to see the Pixel 10 series launch on August 13, we're now getting treated to some real life photos of the Pixel 10 Pro. Clearly a prototype unit, with its engraved prototype indicator on the backside, these photos confirm that...

Pixel 10 Series Reported to Launch August 13 (Updated: August 20!)

Tim June 2, 2025 9

UPDATE: The original source for the information was wrong and has since issued a correction almost immediately after publishing. Apparently, the Pixel 10 series is coming at an event on August 20 (not August 13), with launch taking place August 28. We've...

T-Mobile Tuesdays Turn Nine, Celebrates With Discounted Gas and Summer Blockbusters

Tim June 2, 2025 7

T-Mobile is celebrating nine years of T-Mobile Tuesdays this week. Over the years, we've seen lots of cool stuff given away from the carrier, such as umbrellas, gloves, pickleball paddles, and so much else. This week, T-Mobile has quite a few treats for...

Galaxy S22 Series, Others Get May Security Patch

Tim May 30, 2025 1

Samsung is shipping out more updates to end the week. This time around, owners of the Galaxy S21 FE, Galaxy S22 series devices, and the Galaxy S23 FE are in line for the updated software. The changelog for each device only lists the May security patch, so don'...

Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026 1

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 is Already Here for Pixel Phones to Test (Updated)

Kellen February 11, 2026 1

After a brief tease yesterday afternoon, Google has gone and done it - Android 17 is already here for Pixel phones. Google...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 1

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

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Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Scheduled for February 25

Tim February 10, 2026 1

Samsung has booked the date at which they will unveil the Galaxy S26 series. February 25 is the day, 10am PT (1pm ET) is the...

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AT&T’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 1

For those looking for the best AT&T unlimited plan, the choices are pretty simple to narrow down, thanks to AT&T only...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 1

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 1

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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YouTube Music Lyrics Feature Now Behind Premium Paywall

Tim February 9, 2026 1

Bad news, non-Premium subscribers who use YouTube Music -- the lyrics tab is officially behind a paywall. The feature, if you...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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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