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Google Play Gets Handy Storage Space Status Shortcut

Kellen January 11, 2019

The Google Play store picked up a new addition this week in the form of a storage space status button that shows you how much storage you've used and have free. You shouldn't have any confusion around the open space left for you to install another six games...

Google Sued Over Payouts to Ex-Execs Accused of Sexual Harassment

Tim January 10, 2019

In the later part of October last year, we learned disturbing news about Andy Rubin and other ex-Google executives, thanks to a piece from The New York Times. If you missed it, I suggest you go ahead and read it. The gist is, the accused ex-executives were let...

What is Verizon’s Best Data Plan?

Kellen January 10, 2019

So you are in the market for a new wireless data plan or new carrier and have decided that Verizon is for you? Or maybe you are with Verizon and want to switch to whatever the best data plan is that they currently offer? We think we know which plan you should...

10 Years of Samsung Galaxy S Phones: Which Stands Out the Most?

Kellen January 10, 2019

Now that we have a date set for the Samsung Galaxy S10 to arrive, Samsung has started celebrating 10 years of their popular flagship phone series. A post to their press site shared some of their own thoughts on the history up until now, but I'm more curious...

RIP: LG G5 and LG V20 Updates Ceased

Tim January 10, 2019

According to information discovered on LG's own security bulletin webpage, we've reach end of life for the LG G5 and and LG V20. We can't say we're shocked, but considering neither device has been updated to Pie, we and the owners of these phones are surely a...

T-Mobile Introduces “Caller Verified” Service for Better Spam, Spoof Call Protection

Kellen January 10, 2019

Illegal caller ID spoofing is a big problem right now in the spam call space, so big that the FCC has demanded wireless carriers take action. One of the first to do so is T-Mobile, who just introduced "Caller Verified," a service they hope will help customers...

‘Fully Functional’ Foldable From Samsung Coming on February 20, Too

Tim January 10, 2019

Samsung confirmed this morning that it will unveil the Galaxy S10 lineup on February 20 in San Francisco, but in addition to that, Wall Street Journal reports that the company will also showcase a "fully functional" foldable device, too. If you'll recall,...

Samsung is Announcing the Galaxy S10 on February 20

Kellen January 10, 2019

Samsung just made it official - the Galaxy S10 will be announced on February 20 in San Francisco. While they didn't mention the "Galaxy S10" by name, the announcement for the next Unpacked event mentions 10 years of innovation and shows a "10" throughout...

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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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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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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