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Samsung Still Working to ‘Refine and Enhance’ Bixby-Powered Galaxy Home Speaker

Tim August 8, 2019

Bixby fans, fear not! Galaxy Home, Samsung's Bixby-powered smart speaker that was first announced last year, is still happening. Samsung didn't announce availability or pricing for the speaker during this week's Unpacked event, but we have learned via The...

Podcast Listening and Discovery Comes Straight to Google Search

Tim August 8, 2019

Starting today, should you be searching for podcasts on any given subject, you can go straight to Google Search and find exactly what you're looking for. For example, let's say you're looking for a podcast about BBQ. In Google Search, simply type in "BBQ...

Video: Galaxy Note 10, Note 10+ First Look!

Tim August 8, 2019

We didn't want to cram too much Galaxy Note 10 coverage down your throat yesterday, so now that you've had time to look over pricing and all of the phone's specs, here is our initial first look and hands-on video with the device. As you might already know,...

Google Maps Getting Dedicated Section for Your Travel Reservations

Tim August 8, 2019

The Google Maps team is introducing new features for travelers, all of which users should see inside of their Maps app in the upcoming weeks. One of the big new inclusions is a Reservations section for those who have trips booked via a Gmail account. Once...

Poll: Buying a Galaxy Note 10?

Kellen August 7, 2019

We haven't asked this in an official DL poll capacity yet, so let's go ahead and do that now - do you plan to buy the Galaxy Note 10, Note 10+, or the Note 10+ 5G? As you know, there are plenty of pre-order and launch deals that will help you dramatically...

Report: Pixel 4 to Feature 90Hz OLED Display, 6GB RAM, and Stereo Speakers

Tim August 7, 2019

New details regarding the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL have surfaced via 9to5 Google, with additional features and specs being reported for Google's upcoming smartphones. According to 9to5, both the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL will feature OLED displays with refresh...

Best Galaxy Note 10, Note 10+, and Note 10+ 5G Pre-Order Deals

Kellen August 7, 2019

Liked what you saw from Samsung on stage at their latest Unpacked event? If you are ready to buy a Galaxy Note 10 or Galaxy Note 10+, you won't have to wait long. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ pre-orders open tonight at midnight (August 8, 12:01AM...

Reserve Your Galaxy Note 10 Now and Save Up to $600 With Eligible Trade-In (Updated)

Tim August 7, 2019

If the Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy Note 10+, or Note 10+ 5G has you drooling, reservations for the device are live on Samsung's website, with all of the pricing, carrier availability, and freebies being showcased. Related: Galaxy Note 10, Note 10+ Specs If you're...

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 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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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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