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This Summer, Google Will Answer Stadia’s Most Important Questions

Kellen May 24, 2019

We haven't heard much about Google's Stadia gaming system since they first revealed it back in March, only that it'll show up some time this year. We still don't know pricing, a list of games to expect, or when we'll be able to sign-up. We'll apparently find...

With Still No Word From Samsung, Best Buy Cancels All Galaxy Fold Pre-Orders

Tim May 24, 2019

We've heard that Samsung has identified the major issues with the Galaxy Fold's design and is working to correct them, but with no new launch date set, Best Buy has gone ahead and cancelled all pre-orders for the device. While they praise the device for its...

DEAL: Motorola’s Moto G7 is Just $269 Today ($30 Off), G7 Play $179 ($20 Off)

Kellen May 24, 2019

It's Memorial Day weekend, so the sales are-a-flowin'. Motorola has a decent one too, with discounts on the Moto G7 and Moto G7 Play that drop their already-reasonable prices down further. You can buy a Moto G7 starting at $269 or a Moto G7 Play at $179.What's...

LG is Finally Pushing a Pie Update in the US: Verizon’s V40 ThinQ

Kellen May 24, 2019

Just over a year ago, LG tried to sell the world on this idea that they were finally ready to take software updates seriously by opening a Software Upgrade Center. Since opening that center, I think it's safe to say that they've become one of the worst Android...

DEAL: Buy a Nest Product at Discounted Price, Get a Free Google Home Mini

Tim May 23, 2019

Following the rebranding of a few "Home" products to "Nest" products, the Google Store is having a sale on a whole bunch of items, while also handing out free Google Home Mini units with the purchase. For example, you can get a Nest Thermostat for just $199 (...

Google Duo Now Supports 8 People in a Group Call, Doodles for Video Messages

Tim May 23, 2019

If you're someone with a big family, you'll be happy to hear that Google Duo now supports up to 8 individual callers in a group call. Funny, to me this sounds like an awful time with people talking over one another, but it could be nice for some very loving...

T-Mobile Magenta Replaces T-Mobile ONE and Some Things are Changing

Kellen May 23, 2019

T-Mobile quietly announced a name change to its T-Mobile ONE and ONE Plus plans this morning, while changing a couple of pieces to each. So you know, prices are not yet changing.The plans are now called Magenta and Magenta Plus and there are three changes to...

Godzilla Defense Force for Android: I’m Already Addicted and Worried for My Digital Wellbeing

Tim May 23, 2019

I have a tendency to get easily hooked on mobile games. The last game I got really addicted to was Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. Thankfully, the publisher of that game, EA Games, became way too greedy and I was able to quit it entirely. Sadly, a new game that I...

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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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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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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