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Nest Hub Max Definitely Arriving September 9

Tim September 3, 2019

All the way back in July, Google let it slip on a support page that the Nest Hub Max would launch September 9. It seemed pretty official, but because Google removed that date and went back to stating the smart display was "coming soon," we've just been waiting...

Android 10 is Stable and Arriving on Pixel Phones Today!

Kellen September 3, 2019

Not that this has been a well kept secret, but Android 10 does officially arrive today, September 3. Canadian carriers struggled to keep this bit of information out of public eye over the weekend and Google announced the news this morning. Your Pixel phone...

Google Updates Android Site for Android 10, Shows Off Dark Theme Gmail (Updated)

Kellen September 3, 2019

Google's Android site was updated moments ago to show off all that Android 10 has to offer. After confirming that Android Q would ditch the dessert names and simply be known as Android 10 once released over the coming weeks, we're starting to think we're...

Google Pixel Phones Just Stopped by the FCC…but What are They? (Updated)

Kellen September 3, 2019

Today is shaping up to be a big day, as unknown Google Pixel phones just stopped by the FCC. The device showed up as model number G020 and there are multiple letter variants including G020I, G020J, G020P, G020Q, G020M, and G020N. We initially thought these...

OnePlus TV Landing Page Live on Amazon India, Will Have 8 Speakers With Dolby Sound

Tim September 3, 2019

OnePlus is doing its usual hype for an upcoming product, but instead of it being for a smartphone, it's that OnePlus TV that's supposed to launch pretty soon, first in India and then in other markets. On Amazon India, OnePlus already has a landing page...

LEGO Star Wars Battles Coming to Android in 2020

Tim September 3, 2019

Announced this morning, LEGO Star Wars Battles is on the way, scheduled to hit Android and iOS in 2020. From the app's description, which is all we have right now, the game sounds similar to Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes, where you build a team of Star Wars...

Poll: Inbox Users, Which Email Service Did You Stick With?

Kellen August 30, 2019

Earlier this week, we pointed out that if you were somehow still using old, working versions of Google's Inbox app, this week was likely your final week to do so. Google killed off most (or all of) the last few working builds, leaving you with no choice but to...

DEAL: Refurbished Pixel 3a for $339, Pixel 3a XL for $367

Kellen August 30, 2019

The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL are already reasonably priced, so finding discounts for them is never going to be easy. If you are willing to give up the dream of a brand new one, though, then Daily Steals has a nice deal for you today. Right now, you can grab a...

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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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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Pixel Watch 4 Updates Bring New Gestures, Smarter Smart Replies

Kellen December 9, 2025

The Pixel Watch 4 is seeing its own little Feature Drop this morning with a handful of new features. Google is adding a...

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Google Sends First Big Update to Android XR and Galaxy XR With PC Connect, More

Kellen December 8, 2025

Google finished hosting the latest in "The Android Show" today and the topic at hand was Android XR. We knew this show was...

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Samsung Launches One UI 8.5 Beta on Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 8, 2025

The signs suggesting that Samsung was about to release One UI 8.5 in some form were there, like this massive changelog and a...

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Samsung Pulls Out Galaxy S25 Ultra Deal I’ve Never Seen Before

Kellen December 7, 2025

Even with last weekend well behind us, there are still Cyber Week deals to be had through places like Samsung. They appear to...

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Google Added 9 Sweet New Features to Your Pixel in Big Update

Kellen December 2, 2025

Following the release of several beta builds over a number of months, Google released Android 16 QPR2 today in stable as the...

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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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