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Google Showcases Subtle Android TV Changes at I/O

Tim May 8, 2019

Google showcased and spoke of a few changes coming to Android TV later this year, changes that include an updated look for Google Play on the platform, as well as an easier subscription signup and login process for Android TV users. As you may know, logging...

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...

Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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What’s Your Carrier’s Device Unlock Policy: T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T

Kellen January 21, 2026

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to 365 Days

Kellen January 20, 2026

When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which...

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Samsung Makes New Bixby Official in One UI 8.5 With Perplexity AI

Kellen January 20, 2026

The betas of One UI 8.5, as well as supposedly leaked screenshots, showed a potentially renewed investment in Bixby from...

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How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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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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