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Waze Gets YouTube Music Integration, Because That’s Important

Tim August 21, 2019

We're still waiting for YouTube Music to become a usable app over Google Play Music, meanwhile I've fully switched over to Spotify, but Google's other music streaming service just received support inside of Waze. With this, Waze users can control their YouTube...

DEAL: Smart Camera With Facial Recognition and Alexa Support, Down to $25 ($35 Off Coupon)

Tim August 20, 2019

Smart cameras and smart security cameras with facial recognition are all the rage right now, but if you've been shopping for one, you'll know that they can be very expensive. Nest's cheapest option is $199 and Ring's cheapest option is $179 (and it lacks...

Pixel 3 at $499 is Such a Damn Good Deal

Kellen August 20, 2019

I'm sure you'll show after reading that title to tell me that "4GB RAM isn't enough" and that "64GB storage is pathetic" and that I'm a fool for suggesting anyone buy a Pixel 3 with the Pixel 4 possibly less than two months away. And that's fine! But I'm fully...

Google Just Released a “Faster” Search App for Everyone to Use

Kellen August 20, 2019

Google Go just dropped on the Google Play store for everyone to use after being an exclusive to select countries and Android (Go edition) devices for a couple of years. If you have been in need of a quicker, leaner Google Search experience, you might want to...

Verizon Galaxy Note 10 Lineup Already Getting First Updates (Updated)

Tim August 20, 2019

It's possible that your shiny new Galaxy Note 10 is making its way to you, and if you purchased a Verizon variant, note that your Note 10 will have an update waiting for it as soon as you fire it up. According to Verizon's support page, all three models, which...

Nokia 3 V Launches on Verizon for $168, Guaranteed to Receive Two OS Upgrades

Tim August 20, 2019

Beginning August 23, you'll find the Nokia 3 V exclusively at Verizon, priced at a very reasonable $168. For that price, the device comes equipped with a 6.2" HD+ display, Snapdragon 429 processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, face unlock capabilities, dedicated...

The OnePlus TV Arrives Next Month

Kellen August 20, 2019

The first TV from OnePlus, dubbed OnePlus TV, will arrive next month (September). You won't be able to buy one out of the gate unless you live in India, but there are still plans after this early launch to bring this big screen to North America and other parts...

OnePlus 7T Rumored to Release October 15 in the US

Tim August 19, 2019

It feels like the OnePlus 7 Pro is still new, but we're already learning of a possible US launch date for the next phone from OnePlus. According to leakster Max J on Twitter, the OnePlus 7T will hit US shelves on October 15, following an unveiling on October...

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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