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Report: Updated Mobvoi TicWatch Pro to Feature Verizon 4G LTE

Tim June 13, 2019

According to a screenshot captured from a since removed page on Mobvoi's website, the wearable company has another watch on its roadmap, a Wear OS-powered smartwatch that features 4G LTE connectivity from Verizon. Having LTE on your smartwatch can be helpful...

The Pretty Pixel 4 Renders are Here

Kellen June 13, 2019

Google took away any suspense over the design of the back of the Pixel 4 by posting official imagery of it yesterday. The front, though, that's something we have not seen. But if the latest in rumors are accurate, concept designers with actual skill are...

#TBT: HTC Sense Touch Could’ve Been Legit, But No

Tim June 13, 2019

In 2016, a designer who we assumed was hired or employed by HTC at some point, accidentally posted a video of Ocean. At the time, it was an unknown device, but what was exciting about the phone was Sense Touch. Sense Touch was supposed to be a group of sensors...

Verizon is Raising Prices on Its Total Mobile Protection Plan Again

Kellen June 13, 2019

Verizon announced today that it will increase the prices on its Total Mobile Protection plan for the 2nd time in under two years. After increasing prices to $13/mo back in January 2018 for individual devices, they'll jump the price to $15/mo starting June 27....

Moto Z4 Gets First Update on Release Day, Improved 5G Moto Mod Stability and Security Patch

Tim June 13, 2019

Verizon is shipping out the first update for the new Moto Z4 from Motorola, which non-coincidentally launched today on the network, an update that includes improved 5G Moto Mod stability, as well as the May security patch. Read: Moto Z4 Review. Once updated,...

Spotify’s ‘Your Library’ Gets Much Needed Redesign

Tim June 13, 2019

Spotify is rolling out a new look for the Your Library section in its mobile apps today, one that is way more streamlined than the current iteration. Following the change, you'll see two major sections -- one for music and one for podcasts (insert shameless...

No Early Pixel 4 Launch This Year?

Kellen June 13, 2019

Google surprised us yesterday when it took to Twitter to show off the backside of its upcoming Pixel 4 phone, potentially months before they ever fully show off the phone or let you buy it. Unless of course, that early teaser was a sign that their 2019 launch...

AT&T Business Customers Can Get the Galaxy S10 5G Starting June 17

Tim June 12, 2019

Starting June 17, customers of AT&T Business will have access to the Galaxy S10 5G for use with the carrier's 5G network. According to AT&T, its 5G+ network is available already in very limited parts of 19 cities, with plans to reach limited parts of...

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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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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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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