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We Know Verizon’s First 5G Cities, First Plan Pricing, and Launch Date

Kellen March 13, 2019

Verizon finally revealed its first 5G cities this morning, as well as the initial pricing that will get your compatible phone on that new network. As you may have guessed, they are starting the rollout off slowly with a ramp-up to more markets coming later...

20+ Galaxy S10, S10+, & S10e Tips and Tricks!

Kellen March 12, 2019

I hope you have a drink and snack ready, because our Samsung Galaxy S10 tips and tricks video is here and it's insanely long. This might be our longest, most in-depth Samsung software tour to date. In this video, we cover all of the Galaxy S10 models, with a...

Google Drive’s Redesign Has Arrived for Android and iOS

Tim March 12, 2019

A big redesign for Google Drive has arrived, putting its look in line with other Google apps like Gmail. As you'll quickly discover, there is heavy usage of white, with the only color coming from documents and document format types. Google highlights a new...

Windows 10 Preview Build Supports Wireless Android Mirroring

Tim March 12, 2019

Announced today, a new Windows 10 preview build (Build 18356 - 19H1) supports wireless Android screen mirroring for select devices, allowing you to control your smartphone from your computer. This feature allows you to run all of your phone's apps from the...

Google Hypes Its “Vision for the Future of Gaming” With GDC Teaser

Tim March 12, 2019

GDC. 2019. Future. Gaming. Googley. Hype. This morning, Google is teasing its upcoming announcement at GDC 2019 on March 19 with a short video that hypes its "vision for the future of gaming." Is it VR? Is it Chrome-based gaming via the cloud? We still don't...

DEAL: Get $100 Off Any Second-Gen Eero WiFi System, Starting at $199 (Today Only!)

Tim March 12, 2019

It appears that to celebrate the company's recent acquisition by Amazon, eero is offering $100 off its entire second-generation lineup of WiFi systems for today only. At $100 off, the entry into this lineup will cost you just $199, down from its usual $299...

Spotify Premium Subscriptions Now Include Free Hulu

Tim March 12, 2019

An offer that is running for a limited time or while supplies last will net you free access to Hulu (ad-supported) should you have or create a Spotify Premium account. If you already have Hulu (ad-supported) with no add-ons, but no Spotify, you can essentially...

SHIELD TV Upgrade 7.2.3 Offers Support for Wired Xbox Elite Controller, More

Tim March 12, 2019

NVIDIA is pushing a new upgrade to the SHIELD TV this week, labeled as 7.2.3. Inside, owners will find "new or upgraded apps" including NCAA March Madness (good timing!), Philo TV, Bleacher Report Live, and NHL. You will also find a few new games via GeForce...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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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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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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