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Google is Paying for Face Scans on the Streets, Possibly for Pixel 4’s Face Authentication

Kellen July 22, 2019

Google's Pixel 4 is on the way and there is a good chance that there will be a big push surrounding its face authentication capabilities. We know that the Pixel 4 has a couple of cameras and other sensors built into its forehead, along with no external...

DEAL: This Dope Anker 10,000mAh Wall Charger + Battery Bank is $30, Down From Usual Price of $100

Tim July 22, 2019

B&H is hosting a sale on a 10,000mAh wall charger + battery bank hybrid from Anker for the next 12 hours, with the PowerCore Fusion priced at just $29.99, down from its usual $99.99. If you travel or if you're simply on-the-go quite often, this is a dope...

We’ve Got Our First Pixel 4 vs. Pixel 4 XL Comparison Now

Kellen July 22, 2019

After seeing the first set of detailed CAD renders of the Pixel 4 XL a couple of weeks ago, we're now getting the same for the smaller Pixel 4. And not only that, we're getting a size comparison with the phones side-by-side that shows us exactly what to expect...

DEAL: Unlocked Pixel 3 or 3 XL for $260 Off ($539+), $360 Off if You Activate at Purchase ($439+)

Tim July 19, 2019

Best Buy has a solid deal on unlocked Pixel 3 models right now, saving you up to $360 if you choose to activate the device at time of purchase. At $360 off, the Pixel 3 is all the way down to $439 and the Pixel 3 XL comes down to $539. However, if you'd rather...

Report: Galaxy Fold Ready for Launch Following Latest Durability Tests

Tim July 19, 2019

According to the latest intel out of South Korea, the Galaxy Fold has "aced" its latest durability tests and is now ready for launch. The tests were administered by a group of industry professionals and professors at Seoul National University and KAIST. Stated...

Huawei Confirms In-House OS Not Designed to Replace Android

Tim July 19, 2019

When the drama between Huawei and the US government hit a high, there seemed to be a safety net for the China-based company due to the reported development of an in-house operating system. What we're learning now, though, is that its Hongmeng OS is not...

DxOMark Scores Pixel 3a at 100, Right Behind Larger Siblings

Tim July 19, 2019

DxOMark published its findings on the Pixel 3a this week, marking it at a score of 100, directly behind the larger Pixel 3's score of 101. The phone was found to be quite good in most categories for still photography, as well as video, scoring a 95 in that...

Poll: Which Music Service Do You Use?

Kellen July 18, 2019

For some reason we haven't asked which music service you use since like 2016 or so. We're clearly not doing our jobs properly, but with the hot topic around these parts right now being music services, let's do an update on it! Which music service are you guys...

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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