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Nintendo Launching Dr. Mario World Later This Year for Android

Tim February 1, 2019

Nintendo announced this week that it is bringing Dr. Mario to Android and iOS soon, in the form of Dr. Mario World. Not many details were shared, but from what Nintendo does say, it'll be a "Puzzle" game. For you Mario fans, you'll already know that this won't...

Verizon Moto G6, G6 Play, LG V40, Galaxy Note 8, and RED Hydrogen One Get Security Patches

Tim February 1, 2019

Verizon is shipping out plenty of updates this week, although, none of the following are as exciting as the Galaxy S9 and S9+'s update to Pie with One UI. Regardless, we have updates for the Moto G6, Moto G6 Play, LG V40, Galaxy Note 8, and RED Hydrogen One....

DEAL: Samsung Galaxy Note 9, S9, and S9+ are $150 Off

Kellen February 1, 2019

Sure, we might be less than a month away from Samsung announcing the Galaxy S10 and you may be hesitating to pull the trigger on the Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy S9, or Galaxy S9+, but the deals are solid right now. Samsung is hosting a $150-off deal on any of those...

Here’s the Galaxy S10e, the Lower Cost Model

Tim February 1, 2019

After seeing high-res images of the Galaxy S10 and S10+ yesterday, we're now being treated to images of the upcoming Galaxy S10e, the supposed low-cost model of the Galaxy S10. Now, when we say low cost, keep in mind that pricing is relative. It's reported...

Huawei is Folding Sh*t Now Too

Kellen February 1, 2019

2019 is the most definitely the year of the foldable phone. The wireless industry wants it to be 5G, but device makes have decided that the overhype there can wait while they get crafty with design. Huawei is the latest company to tease something that'll fold,...

Samsung Teases Foldable Phone in Futuristic Concept Video (Updated)

Kellen January 31, 2019

Samsung's Vietnam YouTube channel posted a pretty cool video today that shows off a bunch of conceptual ideas, stuff that could one day be a part of lives. Some of it might be a little farfetched, but one thing is there that we know for sure is coming soon - a...

We’ve Got a First Galaxy Note 9 Pie Update in the US!

Kellen January 31, 2019

Our first Samsung Galaxy Note 9 update with Android Pie and One UI has arrived on a US carrier! The AT&T Note 9 is the lucky recipient today, before Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint, and unlocked models have tasted the treat. The update appears to be live right...

Mobvoi TicWatch S2 Review: Great for the Price, Lacks NFC

Tim January 31, 2019

Mobvoi has made a name for itself in the Wear OS space over the past couple of years, thanks to solid smartwatch releases. I never used an original TicWatch, but from what I've read about them, they seem to be very popular. Now, Mobvoi is back with the second...

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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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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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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