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Latest LG G8 ThinQ Render Aligns With Previous Leak, the One LG’s Head of Global Comms Said Was Fake News

Tim January 25, 2019

Earlier this month, we received our first look at the supposed LG G8 ThinQ via OnLeaks. Shortly after those CAD renders hit the web, LG's head of global communications for consumer electronics, Ken Hong, took to Twitter to refute all reports surrounding it....

New Google Device Codenames Surface, Time for New Pixel Hype

Kellen January 25, 2019

Too early for Pixel 4 hype? Rumors surrounding upcoming Google Pixel devices, outside of those confusing mid-range Pixel 3 Lite phones, have been scarce. In years past, we've known codenames for in-the-works Pixel phones as much as a year in advance. Whatever...

Google I/O 2019 Takes Place May 7-9 in Mountain View

Tim January 25, 2019

Google loves puzzles, especially when it comes to Google I/O. Earlier today, Google kicked off a code breaking puzzle online for all to enjoy, and already, it's been solved. The answer just so happens to be Google I/O 2019 event dates, now confirmed to be May...

Are You Ready for Phones With No Buttons, Ports, or Holes?

Kellen January 24, 2019

The future of smartphones, if you believe a company like Meizu, is a future filled with phones without holes. No USB ports. No headphone jacks. No speaker grills. No SIM card slots. The future will be unibody construction without the need for plugs. Are you...

This is Bad, Samsung

Kellen January 24, 2019

No, not the Galaxy S10 in general. But this. This is bad. This isn't super great, but not bad. This is, though. This is better. This is better too. This, though, is yikes. Thank you.

Uh Oh, T-Mobile: Verizon Speeds Catch Up in Latest Report

Kellen January 24, 2019

For the past couple of years, every time OpenSignal drops a new network report on us, T-Mobile comes out on top in convincing fashion. To start 2019, the latest report shows that things are changing as Verizon has topped them in almost all categories that...

A Spicy New Look at the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+

Kellen January 24, 2019

Leaks can get old. When it comes to Samsung, Google, and Apple phones these days, there are rarely surprises leftover for the date that each company decides to announces them. I don't feel like we're at the "old" point with the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+,...

Alien: Blackout Now Available on Android, Priced at $4.99

Tim January 24, 2019

Alien: Blackout, the latest Xeno title to follow Amanda Ripley, is now available on Android. As most game reviewers are saying, Blackout is very much like 5 Nights at Freddy's. Instead of personally experiencing the space station and running from the Xenomorph...

Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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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’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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