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DEAL: Unlocked Pixel 3, 3 XL are Up to $500 Off at Best Buy With Verizon Activation

Kellen August 27, 2019

While Google is still hosting a $300-off deal on unlocked Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL devices through the Google Store, Best Buy is willing to cut up-to $500 off of each should you activate one through Verizon. $500 off! At $500 off, that's a Pixel 3 64GB for $299....

DEAL: Anker 10W Wireless Charger is $9.99 Right Now

Kellen August 27, 2019

Your phone probably has wireless charging, so your need for wireless chargers in every room will forever eat at your soul. So, Anker has you covered with a discount on one of their 10W wireless charging pads. Normally $13.50, you can grab one today for $9.99....

DEAL: Samsung Still Offering $600-Off Galaxy Note 10, Free YouTube Premium Too

Kellen August 27, 2019

The pre-order period for Samsung's Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ may be over because the phone is generally available in stores, but the deals haven't stopped. For now, though maybe not for much longer, the $600-off trade deal that accompanied the Note 10 family...

Google Makes It Super Easy to Combine Biking and Transit Directions in Maps

Kellen August 27, 2019

Google Maps has always been an impressive app, particularly when it comes to helping you navigate to your next location. Today, they've made it easier to complete complex navigation requests for those who might need to combine transit with biking or...

Nest Doorbell Cams Can Detect Package Delivery Now

Kellen August 27, 2019

If you own a Nest Hello, the Nest doorbell camera first released in March 2018 (review!), you can set it to detect packages upon delivery. The new feature arrives today and is powered by machine learning. The basics here are that your Nest Hello is smart...

Verizon to Begin Auto-Enrolling Android Phones in Their Robocall Blocking Service

Kellen August 27, 2019

Verizon's Call Filter service is coming to your Android phone as early as today. Even if you haven't manually signed-up or installed the Call Filter app, there is a chance that Big Red will now auto-enroll you. Here's what that means. Verizon Call Filter is a...

Sprint Lights Up “True Mobile” 5G in 4 New Markets, Adds OnePlus 7 Pro 5G to Line-Up

Kellen August 27, 2019

Sprint has big 5G news to share today. The soon-to-be-extinct wireless carrier, which will (likely) become a part of T-Mobile, announced four new 5G cities as well as the availability of their new 5G phone, the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G. Sprint's new 5G cities are New...

You can Pre-Register for Mario Kart Tour on Android

Kellen August 27, 2019

After teasing Mario Kart Tour for mobile in February of 2018, followed by an official "coming this summer" announcement back in April, we now have an official date. Mario Kart Tour downloads will commence on September 25. Nintendo will release the game on both...

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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