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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...

Here’s a High-Res Image of the Galaxy S10+ (Updated: More Pics!)

Kellen January 31, 2019

This is the Galaxy S10+. You've seen it plenty. You've seen its double-wide, landing strip punchout that is bad. You've seen the 16-camera module on its rear, designed by someone without taste. You know it has a Bixby button, which is...hah. But this picture...

Which Wear OS Watch Should You Buy?

Kellen January 31, 2019

To answer that question - "Which Wear OS watch should you buy?" - we are going to skip by the conversation over whether or not you should even consider a Wear OS watch at all. I'm assuming that if you got to the point where you want to buy one and are looking...

LG G8 Launch at MWC Not Exciting Enough? Would the V50 With 5G Change Your Mind?

Tim January 31, 2019

On February 24, LG is expected to announced the G8 ThinQ smartphone. We've seen two supposed device renders for the G8 ThinQ, and if we're being honest, the hardware has left us wanting. Interestingly, a new report from ETNews states that the G8 may not be the...

UltraViolet Shutters on July 31

Tim January 31, 2019

UltraViolet, the digital locker that holds your purchased movies and TV shows, will shutter on July 31. If this is the first you're hearing of this, don't panic. According to UltraViolet, once July 31 comes, the majority of content you have stored will remain...

Sprint Galaxy S9 Gets Android Pie, One UI Update Too (Updated: AT&T!)

Kellen January 31, 2019

Following releases on Xfinity Mobile and Verizon, Sprint Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ units are now receiving the Android Pie update with Samsung's One UI. The build arrives as G960UOYN3CSAB for the Galaxy S9 and G965UOYN3CSAB for the S9+. It weighs in at around...

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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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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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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