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Do Not Buy a Smartwatch Right Now

Kellen August 13, 2018

For some reason that I still cannot figure, all of the brands that are keeping Google's Wear OS alive, keep announcing new smartwatches. Typically, announcing new products is a good thing, but you have to understand that Wear OS is about to get a brand new...

Wait, Motorola Only Now Started Working on Android Pie Update for Devices?

Tim August 13, 2018

According to an extremely brief support page on Motorola's website, the company states that Android 9.0 Pie is fully released (as of last Monday), and because of this, "we will begin working on the new code for our devices." Is it just me or does that make it...

If It Looks Like This, the OnePlus 6T’s Notch Might Not Offend You

Kellen August 13, 2018

OPPO, a sister company to OnePlus that often previews the new features or design language we may see in the next OnePlus phone, announced the R17 today. If the OnePlus 6T looks anything like this, the notch on the phone probably won't offend you. That's the...

Samsung Introduces New SmartThings Hub, New SmartThings WiFi System

Kellen August 13, 2018

After announcing the Galaxy Note 9 last week, Samsung is back with another new product, this time in the smart home space. Starting today, you can buy a bunch of new SmartThings-related products, including a new SmartThings Mesh WiFi System, a new SmartThings...

Moto Z3 Review: We Wanted More

Kellen August 13, 2018

When Motorola hosted a bunch of press at an event at their Chicago headquarters on August 2, the collective "Wait, what?" faces from those in attendance as a new phone was announced spoke volumes. We were all reacting to the Moto Z3, a phone we expected to be...

HTC Says U12+, U11+, U11, U11 Life Will Receive Android P at Some Point

Tim August 10, 2018

In a tweet today, HTC confirmed which of its devices will receive an update to Android 9.0 Pie. Officially as of today, HTC plans to launch the update for U12+, U11+, U11, and U11 Life (Android One). Four devices in total. Sadly, the company did not provide a...

Fortnite Isn’t on Google Play

Kellen August 10, 2018

I know that most of you know that Fortnite isn't on Google Play, but for those who don't and go search for it there, Google will indeed let you know. That's nice of Google, since there are bound to be apps that want to trick you into believing they might be...

Google Phone App Update Brings the All-White Treatment

Kellen August 10, 2018

Earlier this week, Google updated the Contacts app, ridding it of almost all color by dunking it into a tub of white paint. Today, they've done the same for the Google Phone app. When you update, you'll see version 23.0 and like the Contacts app, will only get...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 1

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 6

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 2

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 12

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 4

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 2

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 12

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 18

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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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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Google Pixelsnap Qi2 Charger Gets First Ever Discount

Kellen December 16, 2025

The Pixel 10 series features a handful of upgrades, but one of the most noteworthy is the introduction of Qi2 and magnets...

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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025

The Pixel Watch 4 is a winner of a watch because Google brought a couple of fun upgrades for 2025. However, the Pixel Watch 3...

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Best Buy Kicks Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to $699 ($500 Off)

Kellen December 16, 2025

The final days of Xmas shopping are upon us and you may be looking for a last minute deal to finish off a shopping list or to...

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Google Sends Out $200 Credit Towards Pixel 10 Pro, Bringing Price to New Low

Tim December 15, 2025

Google is sending out $200 in credit towards the purchase of a Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL to eligible members, which can...

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Verizon Offers $25/Mo for 4 Lines, Free Flagship Phones For Those Who Switch

Tim December 15, 2025

Those following carrier news in 2025, you may be aware of Verizon's struggles. Last month, the company's new CEO announced 13...

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