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Swiftkey Adds Microsoft Translator for Easy Translations

Kellen September 27, 2018

Microsoft updated its Swiftkey keyboard today and included Microsoft Translator. This allows for quick translations without actually having to leave conversations or an app to go copy and paste in a separate translator. Swiftkey and Microsoft say that you can...

Pixel 3 Tutorial Videos Arrive, Show Off New Camera App

Kellen September 27, 2018

The leaks of Google's Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL continue today, this time through a software video tutorial. The video is two minutes long and walks through the basics of the Pixel 3, like swiping up on the home button to access the app switcher and app drawer....

Galaxy Note 9 in Black Finally Arrives, Silver Model Too

Kellen September 27, 2018

When Samsung announced the Galaxy Note 9 and its US availability, folks weren't happy that their two color choices out of the gate were either blue or purple. The homies wanted the black model, or something not so non-traditional. So Samsung listened and the...

LG Shows Off V40 ThinQ With Triple Camera, 6.4″ Display

Kellen September 26, 2018

LG will announce its next phone, the LG V40 ThinQ, at an event on October 3. For some reason, they went ahead and revealed some parts of the phone tonight, including the design and display size. A teaser video and blog post hosted on the company's official...

Google Maps Adds Group Planning Feature

Kellen September 26, 2018

Google Maps is more collaborative than ever today, thanks to a new group planning feature that is going live on the service this week for both Android and iOS. Starting today, if you are ever trying to plan an outing with friends but can't decide where to go,...

Pixel 3 XL Screen Protector Next to Pixel 2 XL Helps Visualize What to Expect

Tim September 26, 2018

A user on reddit recently purchased a Pixel 3 XL screen protector, then placed it up against a Pixel 2 XL. In doing so, it shows what we can expect from Pixel 3 XL in terms of size and how it relates to Google's larger Pixel from last year. In the photos, with...

2019 Jaguar, Land Rover Vehicles Will Come With Android Auto Support

Tim September 26, 2018

Have your eyes on a 2019 Jaguar or Land Rover vehicle? Maybe you already own an existing model equipped with an InControl Touch Pro or Touch Pro Duo infotainment system? You're in luck! Android Auto support is coming soon. According to a brand spokesperson,...

Here is the OnePlus 6T From Every Angle

Kellen September 26, 2018

The OnePlus 6T should be announced around October 17. When that happens, the remaining surprises will likely involve how high the price has jumped from the OnePlus 6, what kinds of accessories OnePlus might sell alongside it, if the in-display fingerprint...

Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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What’s Your Carrier’s Device Unlock Policy: T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T

Kellen January 21, 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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Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to 365 Days

Kellen January 20, 2026

When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which...

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Samsung Makes New Bixby Official in One UI 8.5 With Perplexity AI

Kellen January 20, 2026

The betas of One UI 8.5, as well as supposedly leaked screenshots, showed a potentially renewed investment in Bixby from...

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How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

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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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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