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DEAL: Get Up to $600 Off With Trade-Ins for Note 9 or S9 Purchases

Kellen October 5, 2018

Samsung just kicked off a really big trade-in deal for Galaxy Note 9, Galaxy S9, and Galaxy S9+ purchases. For a limited time, they are doubling trade-in values, giving you up to $600 off any of those three phones. The deal starts today and runs through...

Pixel 3 Isn’t Google’s First “Sand” Colored Product

Kellen October 4, 2018

This morning, we got a first look at Google's new Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL in what's been dubbed the "Sand" colorway. It looks pink to me, but a reader pointed out that this won't actually be the first "Sand" we've seen from Google. So as a little #TBT, let's...

YouTube TV Adds Full DVR Controls to AMC, Disney, Turner, and More

Kellen October 4, 2018

YouTube TV upgraded the DVR playback capabilities of a bunch of networks today, giving you full control over pausing, rewinding, and fast forwarding. The networks receiving this full support are AMC, Disney, Fox, NBC, and Turner. Their content going forward,...

Tasker 5.5 Update Makes Automation Easy for Dummies Like Me

Tim October 4, 2018

The last time we wrote about Tasker was in 2015 when Google removed the app from Google Play, then reinstated it shortly after. Since then, Tasker has continued to be a mess of an automation experience with triggers, actions, tasks, scenes, and even standalone...

Nokia 7.1 Launches Later This Month for $350 With Zeiss Optics and Android One

Tim October 4, 2018

HMD Global announced Nokia 7.1 pricing and availability this week, detailing a mid-range device that brings plenty of premium specs for the price of just $349.99. Nokia 7.1 features a 5.8" FHD+ display with top cutout, 64GB storage, 4GB RAM, Snapdragon 636...

LG VP Talks 5G Plans for 2019, Possibility of Foldable Phone

Tim October 4, 2018

In a discussion with reporters there to cover the V40 ThinQ launch, Jae-Hwan Hwang, an LG vice president, discussed 5G plans for 2019 and the possibility of a folding smartphone, so long as LG can, "provide enough customer value." For 5G, we all know 2019 is...

Verizon Stops Selling Pixel 2 Days Before Pixel 3 Arrives

Kellen October 4, 2018

Just the Pixel 2. With the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL event only days away, Verizon appears to have either run out of Pixel 2 stock or decided to pull it. The regular Pixel 2 is "no longer available for purchase" from Big Red. You could still buy a Pixel 2 from...

Google Assistant Makes It Easier to Book a Ride and Compare Prices

Kellen October 4, 2018

In a moment where you need to quickly book a ride, but don't want to fidget with ride-sharing apps or would like to see a comparison of fares? Google Assistant can now help in an easier way. Just say to your phone or Google Home, "Hey Google, book me a ride to...

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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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen January 27, 2026

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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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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