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T-Mobile Galaxy S9, S9+ Get Android 9 Pie Update and RCS Universal Profile 1.0 (Updated)

Kellen February 13, 2019

T-Mobile may be one of the last to do it, but as of tonight, they have started rolling out the Android 9 Pie update to the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+. Not only that, but they are activating RCS Universal Profile 1.0 for each phone too. The updates arrive...

And Here’s the LG G8 ThinQ

Tim February 12, 2019

With impeccable timing, considering I just posted up a lengthy rant concerning LG and the upcoming G8 and V50, @evleaks has posted up what appears to be our best look yet at the G8 ThinQ. These images align incredibly well with the past leaks we've seen from...

Samsung’s Galaxy S10 Arrives March 8, Get Up to $550 Off With Trade if You Reserve Now

Kellen February 12, 2019

UPDATE: Samsung Galaxy S10 now available for purchase with up-to $550 off via trade-in. BUY GALAXY S10, S10+, S10e Samsung hasn't announced the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, or Galaxy S10e yet, but you can can already reserve them. And if you do, you'll be one of...

LG Needs a Winner in 2019 More Than Ever, But I’m Not Expecting One

Tim February 12, 2019

I'm quite interested in the current state of affairs for LG. Basically, we see 2019 as a must-win for its mobile division, while other parts of the company, like home entertainment and appliances, seem to be doing just fine, if not really, really well for...

Reminder: You Get Free Taco Bell From T-Mobile Today

Kellen February 12, 2019

It's Tuesday and that can mean only one thing - free Taco Bell tacos through T-Mobile Tuesdays. After kicking off last week, thanks to a Super Bowl announcement, T-Mobile is once again doing a free taco from Taco Bell for its customers. All you have to do to...

OnePlus 6, 6T Updated With ‘Deep’ Duo Integration, January Security Patch

Tim February 12, 2019

OnePlus is beginning its rollout of OxygenOS 9.0.12 for the OnePlus 6T and 9.0.4 for OnePlus 6. Inside, both phones can expect to see the January security patch, but most notably, "deep integration with Google Duo." In addition, display optimizations for the...

AT&T Adds More Cities to 2019 5G Roadmap

Kellen February 12, 2019

As AT&T continues to build out its true 5G network, it has added new cities expected to go live in 2019. The two newest to land on the list are Chicago and Minneapolis. AT&T announced the new additions today, the two of which join Las Vegas, Los...

Galaxy S10, S10, S10e Finalized Specs Reportedly Detailed in Full

Tim February 12, 2019

According to a massive leak from GSM Arena, we now have the complete spec rundown for the Galaxy S10 lineup. This includes specs for the Galaxy S10 itself, as well as the Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10e. From the spec sheet provided, even the least expensive...

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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