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Amazon ‘Counter’ Lets You Pick Up Your Packages at Rite Aid Locations

Tim June 27, 2019

Amazon introduced Counter this week, a network of staffed locations where all Amazon customers will be able to pick up their prized packages. The first wave of Counter locations are actually Rite Aid locations across the US. Today, Counter launches at 100...

Verizon Announces Two New 5G Cities

Kellen June 27, 2019

Verizon's 5G will expand to two new cities over the next week: Denver and Providence. The two markets join Chicago and Minneapolis in the 5G world as Verizon hopes to bring the next-gen wireless technology to more than 30 before 2019 ends. Like those first two...

DEAL: Get MNML Cases for Pixel 3, Galaxy S10 for $14.99 With Code ($12 Off)

Kellen June 26, 2019

If you have been eyeing any of the crazy ultra-thin cases on the market, we've got a MNML promo code for you that will drop the price down to just $14.99. That's a $12.01 discount on cases for Google Pixel, Samsung, LG, and Apple phones. Not familiar with MNML...

DEAL: Get a Fast Wireless Charger/Dock for $15 With Coupon Code

Tim June 26, 2019

Wireless chargers are becoming increasingly affordable, which is an awesome thing. For a limited time on Amazon, you can grab this Livitpi fast wireless charger at 40% off, priced at just $14.99. This wireless charger isn't just a charger you lay your phone...

Yesssssssssssss: YouTube is Finally Going to Let You Remove Suggestions From Specific Channels

Kellen June 26, 2019

YouTube is ready to give you new controls over the content it suggests to you over the coming days, plus they'll start sharing more information about why they are making suggestions. The first and most important change arrives far too late in the game, but we'...

Philo Now Has a Standalone Android App

Tim June 26, 2019

Philo, one of the streaming TV services, now has a standalone Android app. If not having one was a reason for not trying out the service sooner, here we are. With the app, you can stream your shows in HD on up to 3 devices, save new shows, create profiles, as...

Google Auto-Delete Feature for Location History, Activity Data Arrives Today

Kellen June 26, 2019

After announcing in May that you would soon be able to set your location history and activity data to auto-delete, Google is now rolling the options out. Through a Tweet, Google says to expect auto-delete controls on Android and iOS as early as today. Not...

mophie’s $99 Juice Packs for Galaxy S10 Lineup Offer Up to 2,500mAh in Extra Battery Life

Tim June 26, 2019

The Galaxy S10 lineup is already outfitted with solid battery capacity, but if you're struggling to get through a full day due to your busy, busy lifestyle, mophie has a solution with its new Juice Pack battery cases. Available for the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10,...

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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