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DEAL: NVIDIA Hosting Another Mega Holiday Game Sale, Up to 75% Off on Titles

Tim December 20, 2018

NVIDIA is hosting yet another holiday game sale, with select SHIELD TV-compatible titles on Google Play being marked down by as much as 75%. Now I truly understand why they call this the most wonderful time of the year! Games included in this sale include...

Mobvoi Finally Lets Wear OS Users Choose Google Fit Instead of Their Own Random App

Kellen December 20, 2018

One of the biggest changes to Wear OS 2.0 was the overhaul to the layout from the home screen watch face. It gave you 4 distinct swipes that got you into areas with purposes. Swipe down and you get into quick settings shortcuts. Swipe up and you have the new,...

OnePlus 6T Open Beta Program Now Available, First Update Rolling Out

Tim December 20, 2018

The Open Beta program for OnePlus 6T has arrived, with the first update in that program now available for download. Inside, 6T owners will find December's security patch, a call history feature for incoming calls from unknown numbers, as well as iPhone support...

Sign-Up for Google Fi Before January 15, Receive $100 in Bill Credits

Tim December 20, 2018

Thanks to Ellen, kinda, but not really, anyone can score $100 in service credits when signing up for Google Fi right now. As you might already know, Google Fi is Google's phone plan, where customers only pay for the data they use. Utilizing 3 existing carrier...

Huawei Rolling Out EMUI 9.0, Based on Android Pie, to Select Devices

Tim December 19, 2018

For select Huawei device owners, Pie is headed your way! Should you own a phone in the Mate 10 series, P20 series, or the Honor Play, Honor View10 and Honor 10, the update is now rolling out. Based on Android 9.0 Pie, EMUI 9.0 is Huawei's take on the latest OS...

DEAL: Samsung 10,000mAh Fast Charge Battery Pack is $15.99 ($19 Off)

Kellen December 19, 2018

Here's a good stocking stuffer deal - Samsung's 10,000mAh portable battery pack with USB-C cable and fast charging is discounted to $15.99 right now. That's a $19 savings on a device that should give you a couple of charges with each use. This portable battery...

Dark Sky Now Available on Wear OS!

Tim December 19, 2018

Dark Sky users can now access the app's weather information directly from a Wear OS smartwatch. With this added support, you can view forecasts, current conditions, as well as hyperlocal down-to-the-minute rain forecasts. On top of this, the app supports...

I’m Not Excited for HTC’s 2019

Kellen December 19, 2018

I'm not. At all. Just clearing that up, guy. For those missing the back story, just know that I wrote this piece back in January. I think I was serious when I wrote it, even as Tim and the DL regulars (rightfully) mocked the hell out of me. Your boy was trying...

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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