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2019 DL Football Eliminator Challenge is Open! Win a Nest Hub Max!

Kellen September 4, 2019

Every year I write up this contest my mind is blown once again because it's a good reminder at how long we've all been hanging out together on the internet. This is the 9th annual NFL DL Football Eliminator. Nine. 9. Some of us have now known each other for...

Pixel Owners, Did You Run Into Problems Installing Android 10?

Tim September 4, 2019

According to multiple Pixel device owners on Google's product forum, installing Android 10 wasn't the most pleasant of experiences. Apparently affecting owners of the original Pixel all the way to the newest Pixel 3a models, devices would get hung up for...

DEAL: AUKEY 5-in-1 Wireless Charging Hub for Just $31, Down From $45

Tim September 3, 2019

AUKEY is hosting the first ever deal on its 5-in-1 wireless charging USB C hub on Amazon, a pretty sweet product should you spend a lot of time in front of a MacBook or Chromebook device with multiple USB C ports. On top of the hub you have a standard wireless...

Pixel 3a Officially Gains Dual SIM Dual Standby Support

Kellen September 3, 2019

The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL just picked up Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) support, likely thanks to Android 10. The option, which I don't believe was available until the phones are updated to Android 10, lets you keep both an eSIM and a physical SIM card active...

Are Android Statues Still Fun Without the Desserts?

Kellen September 3, 2019

Since you are all so mad about Google ditching desserts, at least know that they are still doing statues for new Android releases. That's fun, right? https://twitter.com/davey_burke/status/1168956099984265216

Video: This is Android 10!

Kellen September 3, 2019

Android 10 is here! I'm sure that most of you already upgraded and also followed along as we picked-apart each Android Q beta, but for those who are new and don't know Android 10, we've got an overview video of some of the biggest features. In this video, we...

😲: Spotify is Bringing Back the Widget

Tim September 3, 2019

A quick note for all of you widget fiends. Spotify is reinstating its Android widget! Apparently, people weren't happy when it was removed. We value your input and ideas, and wanted to let you know that we have made some improvements to the performance and...

Android 10 Open Beta Arrives for OnePlus 7 Pro

Tim September 3, 2019

Android 10 is arriving for the OnePlus 7 Pro in the form of an open beta. Man, today is exciting! OnePlus lists its changelog below, but the highlights include Android 10, of course, as well as the new gesture navigation, Game Space, Smart Display (intelligent...

Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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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’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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