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Google’s Call Screen Needs a Save or “Send to Voicemail” Option Right Away

Kellen October 30, 2018

The Call Screen feature that Google included with the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL is one of my favorite new software features. It's built almost as a counter-troll for the robot troll callers that have flooded all of our phones in recent years. It' a way to fight...

Video: Pixel 3, Pixel 3 XL Tips and Tricks!

Kellen October 29, 2018

How's the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL experience been so far? Getting used to it? Ran through our First 10 Things video? If you are ready for more goods, our Pixel 3 tips and tricks video is here. In this video, we dive into the new gesture navigation again, just...

Monday Poll: Do You Intend to Buy a OnePlus 6T?

Tim October 29, 2018

OnePlus 6T is now official, and as we expected, it's a pretty intriguing smartphone. Not only will you be able to purchase the phone from T-Mobile or unlocked via OnePlus' website, but we also know that the phone will work on Verizon, which is major. Buy...

Download: OnePlus 6T Wallpapers!

Kellen October 29, 2018

Not buying the OnePlus 6T but do want the always-impressive set of wallpapers that OnePlus is including on the device? You can download those all right now. Buy OnePlus 6T, get $20 in accessories Hampus Olsson once again put together the wallpapers for the...

New Skill Brings Amazon Alexa Integration for NVIDIA SHIELD TV

Tim October 29, 2018

SHIELD TV is getting Amazon Alexa integration, thanks to a new skill that is launching for Echo owners. With it, you'll be controlling your Android TV box from NVIDIA with nothing but your voice. Clutch. As SHIELD TV owners likely know, NVIDIA's box already...

OnePlus 6T Specs (Official)

Kellen October 29, 2018

Now that the OnePlus 6T is official and we know that it's coming to T-Mobile with additional support on Verizon, you might want to know the full list of specs in case this is likely to be your next phone. They've leaked plenty, but we have them all for you...

OnePlus 6T is Official and Will be Sold at T-Mobile in the US

Kellen October 29, 2018

OnePlus just announced the OnePlus 6T, and yep, T-Mobile has the exclusive on it in the US. The phone will also work on Verizon. The OnePlus 6T will feature a 6.41-inch Full Optic AMOLED display (19.5:9, "baby teardrop," Gorilla Glass 6, 2340x1080, 402ppi),...

Android Distribution Updated for October: Where Pie At?

Kellen October 29, 2018

Android Pie has been available since early August, so that's meant we have had three separate updates to the Android Distribution numbers since its arrival. In those three, the newest version of Android has failed to make its debut appearance. The latest set...

January 2026 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen January 12, 2026

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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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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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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