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T-Mobile is Starting Its Uncarrier Series Over as New T-Mobile on November 7

Kellen November 5, 2019

New T-Mobile has been given a number of the approvals in recent months that it needs in order to become the 3rd mega-carrier in the US. There are still some hurdles to jump over, but that's not stopping John Legere from doing what he does best: hype sh*t. On...

November Update Brings Different 90Hz Experiences to Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL

Kellen November 4, 2019

The November Android patch that Google released this morning for Pixel phones includes adjustments to the algorithm or rate at which the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL show their full 90Hz capabilities. After a bit of testing, we're learning about some of the changes...

Nokia 6.2 Arrives on Amazon for $249, Three Rear Cameras and Guaranteed Updates

Tim November 4, 2019

Nokia has a new phone up on Amazon this week, the Nokia 6.2. The device is mid-range by definition, but like past Nokia devices, don't let its spec sheet fool you with regard to its value. The device features a 6.3" FHD+ display with HDR, Snapdragon 636...

Verizon Galaxy S10, Note 10 Families Updated With November Patch and Fingerprint Recognition Fix

Tim November 4, 2019

Verizon began shipping out the November patch to select Samsung devices over the weekend, but this morning, we have confirmation from the carrier's support pages that it's rolling out to both the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 family of devices. Here are the...

Essential Phone, November 2019 Android Update

Kellen November 4, 2019

Another one. https://twitter.com/essential/status/1191431100268269569

It Could be RIP for the Original Pixel and Pixel XL (Updated: One More Update!)

Tim November 4, 2019

The end of the line has been reached for the first-generation Google Pixel and Pixel XL. By this we mean, no more security updates. Google released the November, 2019 Android security patch for a number of devices this morning, but the OG Pixel doesn't appear...

November 2019 Android Security Update Now Available for Pixel Devices

Kellen November 4, 2019

Hello, November and hello, Monday, it's time for the regularly scheduled monthly Android security update. We've got a new Android 10 update for the Pixel 2, Pixel 3, Pixel 3a, and Pixel 4, where both factory image and over-the-air (OTA) files are available....

OnePlus 6 and 6T Getting Android 10 Updates and That’s Good Times

Kellen November 4, 2019

Android 10 time for OnePlus 6 and OnePlus 6T. OnePlus' phones from last year are now getting stable Android 10 updates after seeing a handful of beta builds. Since most 2019 phones still don't have Android 10, well, this is the stuff we like to see. In the...

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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Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Scheduled for February 25

Tim February 10, 2026

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

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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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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