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Twitter Testing New ‘Swipe to Like’ Feature in Prototype App

Tim April 11, 2019

Over on iOS, Twitter has a prototype app that it uses to experiment with new features called twttr. This week, a few new features have gone live, which has us hoping they could be seen down the road on public versions of the app. One major change of note is a...

DEAL: $17 for This 128GB SanDisk A1 MicroSD is a Steal

Kellen April 11, 2019

128GB of extra storage for your microSD slot-equipped phone can be yours for $17.54. That's all thanks to a lightning deal running currently at Amazon, so it won't be around long. In fact, at the time of this post, 50% of the lightning deal has been claimed....

Google Play About to be White AF, Could Perform System Updates Soon

Tim April 11, 2019

It appears that Google Play will soon be getting the all-white theme treatment from Google, same as many other Google applications in recent history. Not only that, but recently spotted code hints at Google Play-initiated system updates, too. On the surface of...

Galaxy Fold Invitations are Going Out Tomorrow, so You May Want to Sign-Up Today

Kellen April 11, 2019

Samsung announced this morning that the Galaxy Fold, it's ultra-expensive foldable device is "COMING SOON." We knew that, as they told us April 26 would be the day a couple of months ago, but what they really mean, is that you should sign-up today if you want...

Comparing Carrier Freebies: Who Gives You the Most Free Stuff?

Tim April 10, 2019

After years of using a prepaid plan through AT&T, I recently made the switch to T-Mobile. I did this because with the MLB season back in swing, I wanted to take advantage of the carrier's offer of a free MLB.TV subscription, which carries a value of $119....

Google Lets Your Phone Now Act as a 2SV Security Key, Here’s How to Turn It On

Kellen April 10, 2019

Using a 2nd form of verification as you sign-in to services is a must these days, but you should 100% be doing so with your Google account to add a layer of protection. It's probably your most important account, assuming you use a lot of Google services and...

YouTube TV Gets Price Increase to $49.99/Month for New and Existing Customers in Exchange for Discovery Network

Tim April 10, 2019

It appears YouTube TV has been listening to our cries for HGTV and Food Network, though, the addition of the Discovery network to the platform has also brought along yet another price increase for the service. Beginning today, April 10, all new YouTube TV...

Google Posts Android Q Beta 2 Patch to Fix Bugs

Kellen April 10, 2019

Google surprised us just now with an update to the Android Q Beta 2 in the form of a Beta 2 Patch. There must have been a couple of serious bugs for them to push a patch, something I'm not sure we've seen with a beta build in the past. The new Beta 2 Patch is...

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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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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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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