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Sonos Will Add Google Assistant to Select Speakers Next Week

Kellen May 9, 2019

Sonos says that it is finally ready, after what seems like two years, to add Google Assistant to a couple of its high-end connected speakers. Starting next week, the Sonos One and Sonos Beam will both receive an update that adds Google Assistant support....

iFixit: Plastic Pixel is Pretty Fixable, Receives 6/10 Repairability Score

Tim May 9, 2019

According to the good folks at iFixit, Google's latest entry into the Pixel line, the Pixel 3a XL, is a lot easier to self repair than other devices currently on the market. For all of you #RightToRepair people, this is good. Apparently, opening up the Pixel...

You Can Now Play Trivia Crack on Your Google Home

Tim May 9, 2019

Trivia Crack has arrived for your Google Home device, accessible by simply saying, "Hey Google, play Trivia Crack." You can also play it on your phone through Google Assistant, but at that point, you might as well download the app. Trivia Crack is your typical...

Google’s Pixel 3a is Boringly Good, Which is Fine

Kellen May 9, 2019

Tim said that I need to bring some fire takes on the Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL, since I haven't really mentioned the phone on the site after unboxing it. Ummm, I don't have any. This phone is boring, but that's probably good or fine. There, that's my take. OK,...

Users in Select Countries Can Now Use Cash to Pay for Apps in Google Play

Tim May 9, 2019

In some areas of the world, cash is still king. Announced this week at Google I/O, users in select markets, starting first in Japan and Mexico, will be able to pay for apps using good ol' fashioned paper money. Called Pending Transactions, a user will initiate...

DEAL: Samsung Ups Trade-in Offer to $400 Off Galaxy S10

Kellen May 9, 2019

For a limited time, Samsung is offering up to $400 off the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, or Galaxy S10e if you have an eligible phone to trade. While not the launch discount of $550-off, this is the best deal we've seen since then. Samsung has mostly been offering...

Google, Qualcomm Team Up to Make It Easier for Headphone Makers to Add Google Assistant

Kellen May 9, 2019

The adoption of true Google Assistant integration into headphones has never really picked up any steam. There are a handful of headphones with Google Assistant onboard, but I'd be lying if I didn't say that I figured there would be so many more at this point....

Nike Fit Feature Measures Your Feet Using Augmented Reality

Tim May 9, 2019

According to Nike, 60% of people are wearing the wrong size shoe. I'm not sure how that's possible, but that's the stat. To help fight this, Nike introduced Nike Fit this week, a feature for its official Nike app that uses augmented reality to measure your...

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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