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Google Makes It Easier to Review and Delete Your Search Data

Kellen October 24, 2018

Starting today, when you open up a Google Search page on your phone or desktop, you'll be able to easily get into your search history, to see the links you've interacted with, the terms you searched for, etc. Google is adding a "Your data in Search" option...

To Clarify, Again, Huawei Isn’t Selling Mate 20 Series in US

Tim October 23, 2018

I recently read a review of Huawei's Mate 20 Pro. It summed up the phone by saying, "The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is one of, if not the, best phones ever made." Well damn, that makes me want to get my hands on one! Unfortunately, Huawei and the US government don't...

Facebook Announces Messenger 4 Update With Focus on Simplicity and Less Tabs

Tim October 23, 2018

Facebook has an all new Messenger app, rolling out to all users over the next few weeks. I feel like we've heard this before, but Facebook mentions this update is focused on simplicity, ease of navigation, and is "created with you in mind." For what's new, it'...

Hmmm: Google Created a Proprietary Fast Wireless Charging Solution for Pixel 3

Kellen October 23, 2018

For the first time in a couple of years, Google's new phones support wireless charging. The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL both have fast wireless charging embedded should you use Google's Pixel Stand. However, as was discovered by a Pixel 3 owner testing out Anker's...

Lenovo to Send Out Update to Smart Displays That Has All the Google Home Hub Goodies

Tim October 23, 2018

When Google unveiled Google Home Hub, it was announced with a few features that aren't available to all Smart Displays, notably Nest Hello video feeds, multi-room audio support, Home View dashboard, and more. This week, Lenovo announced that it is sending all...

Razer Phone 2 Owners on Verizon are Running Into Certification Issues (Updated)

Tim October 23, 2018

UPDATE 10/25: Verizon certification has arrived and the phone is now ready for BYOD activation on its LTE network. When Razer Phone 2 was announced, Razer's CEO was on stage and specifically said Verizon compatibility was there, meaning if you are a Verizon...

Google Play Movies Hands Out Free 4K Upgrades, Drops 4K Pricing Too

Kellen October 23, 2018

Guys, Google is doing it! After code hinted at the move, Google is handing out free 4K movie upgrades to past purchases on Google Play Movies & TV. Not only that, they will also start selling 4K movies at lower prices. Yesssss! The news dropped this...

OnePlus 6T Pop-Up Shops Will be the Best Way to Get the Phone Quickly

Tim October 23, 2018

OnePlus is bringing its patented pop-up shops back for OnePlus 6T, something they've been doing for the majority of its phone launches. If you ask me, these pop-up events are the best way to score the device in a timely fashion. In going and buying the phone...

Buzzkill: Galaxy S26 Ultra Won’t Have Built-in Magnets

Tim February 5, 2026

Leading up to today, the general consensus was that the entire Galaxy S26 lineup would feature built-in magnets, bringing the...

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Google Shows Off Pixel 10a Because It’s Done With Leaks

Kellen February 4, 2026

The Pixel 10a will launch February 18, and that's official news from Google. As the leaks continue to pile up, Google has...

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2026 February Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen February 3, 2026

Google Pixel February 2026 update now available for download on the Pixel 7a up through the Pixel 10 series. The February...

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Where’s the February Pixel Update?

Kellen February 2, 2026

Pixel updates are no longer released on the first Monday of the month, as Google has shifted to a schedule that gives it more...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Specs

Kellen January 30, 2026

The Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks with a set of specs, including the camera, battery size, processor, and dimensions. Samsung still...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 29, 2026

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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Chrome Gets 5 Wild New Gemini AI Features

Kellen January 28, 2026

Google has essentially launched its new vision for Chrome today with an announcement for several new Gemini-powered features...

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Galaxy Z TriFold US Sales Open January 30, Priced at $2,899

Tim January 27, 2026

Samsung has confirmed Galaxy Z TriFold availability for the US. The trifold will go on sale starting January 30, priced at $2...

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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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