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RED Hydrogen One Hardware and Side-by-Side Size Comparisons [Gallery]

Tim October 18, 2018

We recently got our hands on a Hydrogen One from RED and I'm excited to check this thing out, to say the very least. I mean, there's a reason why many of the great Hollywood directors and YouTube personalities shoot with RED, right? While we're very limited in...

Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL First Factory Images are Available!

Kellen October 18, 2018

Google just posted the first factory image and OTA files for the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL. Since today is basically launch day, the timing seems just about right. The files are available as Android 9.0.0 builds PD1A.180720.030 and PD1A.180720.031 for both phones...

SHIELD TV and Google Home Integration Cranked to 11

Tim October 18, 2018

Earlier this month, NVIDIA hosted a promotion that netted you a free Google Home Mini with the purchase of a SHIELD TV. At the time, NVIDIA touted the ability to turn on SHIELD by asking Google Home to do so, as well as playing content from Netflix on SHIELD...

OnePlus 6T Going to Work on Verizon?

Kellen October 18, 2018

Will the dream come true? Could the OnePlus 6T work on Verizon? Maybe! According to a report out of PCMag, the OnePlus 6T may work on Verizon when it arrives on October 30. That's not a slam dunk guarantee that it will, but the report states that "multiple...

DEAL: Nest Hello Doorbell is Up to $50 Off Right Now

Kellen October 18, 2018

Nest kicked off a sale on its Nest Hello doorbell today, dropping the price by $30 at most retailers that sell it. There's a better deal on it at Macy's and B&H Photo, though. For a limited time, Macy's has Nest Hello for $50 off, bringing the price down...

Spotify Premium Improves Navigation and Search, Adds Artist Radio Stations

Kellen October 18, 2018

Fresh off its Wear OS app announcement, Spotify revealed new features for Spotify Premium owners today. The changes involve navigation, searching, and a new type of radio station. The new navigation is being called "refined," as it aims to help "people quickly...

Video: Montblanc Summit 2 Unboxing and First Look!

Kellen October 17, 2018

The Montblanc Summit 2 arrived this week as the first Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 powered Wear OS. We grabbed one because not only are we Android fans, we like a good watch too, and this guy happens to have a lot to like. The price certainly isn't one of 'em...

Verizon Galaxy S9, S9+ Updated With October Security Patch (Updated: G7 Too)

Tim October 17, 2018

A small update is rolling out to Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ owners on Verizon, October's security patch! For Galaxy S9, the software version number is labeled as R16NW.G960USQS3ARIB, while S9+ will see R16NW.G965USQS3ARIB. If you spot anything else that's...

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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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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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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