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Video: Android Q Beta 2 First Look!

Kellen April 4, 2019

After putting together a growing list of changes to Android Q that arrived with the new beta 2 build, we figured a video tour of the fun was needed. So, we've got that here - a full 11-minute clip of the big changes to Android Q Beta 2! Like our list, this...

Verizon’s 5G Network is Indeed Fast as Hell Right Now

Kellen April 4, 2019

Verizon's shiny new 5G mobile network went live yesterday, promising big things in the speed department that most home internet connections can't match. Big Red has stated that customers will see typical download speeds of around 450Mbps with peaks close to...

Google Voice Messages Finally Work Properly With Android Auto

Kellen April 4, 2019

Hey, so with an update this week, Google Voice now works with Android Auto's notification system. What I mean by that is Google Voice notifications can now be played over Android Auto as they roll in. It's shocking to think this hasn't been there all along,...

Call Screen, One of the Best Pixel Features, is Coming to Motorola Phones

Kellen April 4, 2019

The Call Screen feature that Google introduced alongside the Pixel 3 is one of the best pieces of technology they've introduced in a while. It gives you the power to troll-back to the numerous robo and spam calls that hit you each day, but it is also a handy...

Spotted Pixel Themes App in Android Q Brings the Customization

Tim April 3, 2019

An app buried in the second beta for Android Q has yielded great results for those who are overly concerned with theme options native to Android. Thanks to XDA, we now know that Google is working on a dedicated app called Pixel Themes, capable of switching...

Google Duplex Support Looks Live for Select Phones Other Than Pixels

Tim April 3, 2019

Duplex, Google's solution for a problem we didn't realize may have existed until last year when the company announced it during Google I/O, is apparently supported on select phones that aren't Pixels now. If you'll recall, Duplex was finally made available...

What’s New in Android Q Beta 2? (Updating List)

Kellen April 3, 2019

Android Q Beta 2 has dropped and we're already diving in to see what has changed from the last beta. In this post, we'll run through both big and small items, which hopefully gives us enough goods to walk you through a video. Ready? Here's what's new in...

Android Q Feature Spotlight: Android Q Gets Bubbly

Tim April 3, 2019

After Android Q's initial beta launch, Bubbles were discovered, hidden inside the Android 10 code. This morning, with Beta 2 arriving, Bubbles have been completely confirmed and detailed by Android's developers. With Bubbles, think Facebook's Chat Heads, but...

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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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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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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