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CEO Shares Photos of OnePlus 7T Backside, Hypes 4th-Gen Matte Frosted Glass

Tim September 17, 2019

Mmm, matte frosted glass. You gotta love it. If you do indeed love it, the OnePlus 7T is going to be right up your alley, as it will feature the 4th generation of OnePlus' "groundbreaking chemical etching process," which is fancy speak for frosted glass. Today...

LG Pushes Android Pie Update to Verizon LG V30

Kellen September 17, 2019

The LG V30, a 2-year old phone once sold at Verizon, is receiving its update to Android Pie this week. I don't have much else to add, but it's always weird seeing a phone get a major OS update a week or so after Google just dropped another new OS version....

Google Confirms Pixel 4 in Coral Color in Time Square Ad

Kellen September 17, 2019

Little is unknown about Google's upcoming Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, but after announcing an event date for each phone's reveal, Google posted an ad in Times Square that confirms the most unique of the Pixel 4 colorways. As you can see in the various pictures...

Report: Verizon to Sell OnePlus Phones, Possibly as Soon as Next Year

Tim September 16, 2019

According to a source of Android Police, a deal has been inked between OnePlus and Verizon, one that has the carrier selling OnePlus phone(s) at some point in the future, possibly in 2020. Details are scarce, especially since this deal has yet to be made...

Mystery Wearable Tech Google Bought From Fossil Might Have Been Hybrid Watch Stuff (Updated)

Kellen September 16, 2019

At the beginning of the year, Google purchased some sort of mystery tech from Fossil that they hoped to be able to bring to the market for all to use to help grow the wearable space. Google paid $40 million for it as well as some of Fossil's R&D team, but...

Google Needs a New Release Strategy

Tim September 16, 2019

Google announced today that its fall hardware event is scheduled for October 15, which is one month from today. If you're reading this site or even know what a Pixel phone is (I'd consider you an Android enthusiast), then you'll know that the Pixel 4 lineup...

Google Hosting Event on October 15 to Announce Pixel 4 Line-Up and More

Kellen September 16, 2019

October 15! This morning, Google solidified that date on our calendars for their next "Made by Google" event where they plan to show off "a few new things." The event will take place in New York and should be host to the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, for sure. Other...

Netflix Says the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL Will Support HDR10 (Updated)

Kellen September 16, 2019

Not to be left out by the wave of Pixel 4 leaks from last week, Netflix has given us a bit of new info on both of Google's new Pixel phones prior to either becoming official. According to a support page, the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL will support Netflix in HDR....

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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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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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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