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If This is the LG G8, Then Welp… (Updated)

Kellen January 17, 2019

The LG G8 has more than likely been revealed, thanks to a set of 3D CAD renders. These renders are rarely wrong, because they come from the case manufacturers that need to prepare cases for launch. And assuming they are correct, well, prepare to not be amazed...

DEAL: Save Money on AUKEY Wall Chargers With These Discount Codes, Low as $7

Tim January 17, 2019

If there's one thing my momma taught me, it's that coupons are awesome. It's not only the paper ones that you take into the grocery store with you, though. Digital coupons are also very dope, just like the ones we have for the below AUKEY wall chargers. With...

Android Q’s New Permissions Controls Look Incredible

Kellen January 17, 2019

Android Q probably won't be released in stable form until August, if Google keeps to previous schedules, but we could see the first developer preview of it in March. Should that happen, there is a good chance that Google hypes the version's focus on security...

Fossil Sells “Under Development” Smartwatch Tech to Google for $40 Million (Updated)

Kellen January 17, 2019

Whoa - Google just bought smartwatch tech from Fossil for $40 million. The two companies announced that Google has acquired intellectual property (IP) related to Fossil's smartwatch technology that is "currently under development." As a part of this...

New Year, New SwiftKey: Keyboard App is Now Faster and Smaller After Latest Update

Tim January 17, 2019

SwiftKey announced a big update for its keyboard app this morning, one that should have performance increased across the board by a whole lot. According to its blog post that details the update, the keyboard should, on average, be 20% faster than other...

Verizon Hosting BOGO Deal on Pixel 3 and 3 XL, But It’s Got Garbage Requirements

Kellen January 17, 2019

Verizon will be in deal headlines today with a fresh BOGO (buy one, get one) deal on phones like the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL, Galaxy S9, S9+, Note 9, iPhone XR, XS, X and more. It's a bad BOGO deal, though, unless you are in need of a new line at Verizon. Let...

Report: LG Launching a Phone That Supports an Attachable Second Screen

Tim January 17, 2019

Whether you're a fan of LG's attempts at making things that stand out from the crowded world of smartphones or not, you can't say they aren't trying. While talk of the town has been foldable displays for phones, LG is reported to be taking a different approach...

DEAL: Unlocked Galaxy S9 at $525 is a Good Price

Kellen January 17, 2019

Before you say it, I know - I know that Samsung is going to announce the Galaxy S10 in 16 variations on February 20 and the world will forever change, thanks to the instant economic boost from all of you suckers spending $1,200 on a hole punch screen. However,...

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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Pixel Watch 4 Updates Bring New Gestures, Smarter Smart Replies

Kellen December 9, 2025

The Pixel Watch 4 is seeing its own little Feature Drop this morning with a handful of new features. Google is adding a...

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Google Sends First Big Update to Android XR and Galaxy XR With PC Connect, More

Kellen December 8, 2025

Google finished hosting the latest in "The Android Show" today and the topic at hand was Android XR. We knew this show was...

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Samsung Launches One UI 8.5 Beta on Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 8, 2025

The signs suggesting that Samsung was about to release One UI 8.5 in some form were there, like this massive changelog and a...

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Samsung Pulls Out Galaxy S25 Ultra Deal I’ve Never Seen Before

Kellen December 7, 2025

Even with last weekend well behind us, there are still Cyber Week deals to be had through places like Samsung. They appear to...

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Google Added 9 Sweet New Features to Your Pixel in Big Update

Kellen December 2, 2025

Following the release of several beta builds over a number of months, Google released Android 16 QPR2 today in stable as the...

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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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