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Android Distribution Updated for May, Finally: Pie Enters at 10.4%

Tim May 8, 2019

It was late-October the last time Google updated its Android Distribution numbers. At that time, we were still waiting for Pie to make its debut on the chart, mostly so we could continue poking a bit of fun at Google and Android for its slow adoption rate. And...

DEAL: US Unlocked Galaxy S10, S10+, and S10e All at Least $100 Off at Amazon

Kellen May 8, 2019

Amazon just opened up a deal on the Samsung Galaxy S10 family that shaves at least $100 off all three models. You can grab a US unlocked Galaxy S10 for as little as $885, Galaxy S10 for $799, or the Galaxy S10e for $649. Those are straight discounts too. Best...

Verizon Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e Updated With April Security Patch

Tim May 7, 2019

Verizon is shipping out the April security patch to the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10e today. Once updated, S10 owners will see versions number PPR1.180610.011.G973USQU1ASD7, S10+ owners will see PPR1.180610.011.G975USQU1ASD7, and S10e owners will...

Pixel 3a Unboxing and First Look!

Kellen May 7, 2019

The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL are official! We have one. Let's unbox it. Anyone buying? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnPbvjYqJTM

Tuesday Poll: Are You Buying the Pixel 3a or Pixel 3a XL?

Tim May 7, 2019

The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL are now official, priced starting at $399. We know the specs and what they feature. We also know that they are available starting today basically everywhere. You can literally go into a Best Buy or other retailer and pick one up....

Google Brings AR to Search, New Features for Lens

Tim May 7, 2019

Google introduced a few changes for Google Search on mobile devices today at IO 2019, as well as new features for Google Lens. For Search, it is bringing AR to supported mobile devices, like great white sharks and animated models from Visible Body. With new AR...

Google Shares What’s New in Android Q, and Yes, There’s a Dark Theme

Tim May 7, 2019

Google is sharing what's new in Android Q, and beyond the things we already knew, the list is quite hefty. Maybe most importantly, from a very shallow and silly perspective, is the addition of a dedicated Dark Theme. Seriously, it's coming! Related: Download...

Android Q Beta 3 Now Available for Pixel Devices! (Updated)

Kellen May 7, 2019

Android Q Beta 3 is now available for Pixel devices! The Android Q Beta 3 is available now for Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 3, and Pixel 3 XL. If you’d like to test in the easiest way possible, head over to the Android Beta site and sign-up....

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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