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Nova Launcher Grabs Update to V6.0 in Beta With a Bunch of Tweaks

Kellen August 8, 2018

Nova Launcher 6.0 is on the way and you can test out its new features if you opt-in to the Nova Launcher beta today. This first 6.0 beta includes changes to everything from adaptive icons to folder background shapes and general app settings. I wouldn't...

Google Contacts Gets a Fresh Coat of White Paint

Kellen August 8, 2018

On the early end of a Google slow rollout? You might see a freshly painted Google Contacts app in your app drawer! Version 3.0 of the app is rolling out today and it's white af. I wish I could tell you that there were a bunch of other new features, but there...

eBay has a Fresh 15% Off Everything Deal (Max $100 Off)

Kellen August 8, 2018

Now that Prime Day season has calmed, eBay is back with another 15% off everything sale. They do these regularly and the discount varies, but the basics are this. eBay will slash 15% off almost anything as long as you spend $25. The discount does max out at $...

Question of the Day: How has Battery Life Been on Android Pie?

Kellen August 8, 2018

All Pixel, Pixel 2, and Essential owners have now had Android Pie for a good couple of days. We've seen some reports from a few that battery life might not be so great so far, though. We're not sure why that is, but we figured a good comment thread could help...

T-Mobile’s Next Uncarrier Event Scheduled for August 15

Tim August 8, 2018

T-Mobile's CEO John Legere tweeted out a teaser for its next Uncarrier event, scheduled to take place August 15. If you're not in the know, these Uncarrier events typically have Legere and company announce something that is against the grain with regard to the...

Oh Boy: Pixel 3 XL Leaks in Retail Packaging With Included USB-C Earbuds

Kellen August 8, 2018

Hey, it's Pixel 3 XL ultra leak day! Thanks to a Ukranian tech blogger, we just got our first Pixel 3 XL unboxing and it sure does reveal a whole heck of a lot of details. Keep in mind that we are still 2 months away from Google announcing this phone, so some...

Android Pie Release Makes Me Want to Beg Essential for a New Phone

Kellen August 7, 2018

Back in April, I laid out the case for the Essential Phone 2 not needing to do much in order to be the best Android phone of 2018. Everything I said there, still stands too, we're just now operating under the assumption that Essential has given up on new...

Video: Google’s Digital Wellbeing First Look!

Kellen August 7, 2018

If you own a Pixel or Pixel 2 and it's already running Android Pie, you can test out Google's Digital Wellbeing software. It's currently in beta and you have to sign-up for it before being able to install, but yeah, it is ready for the first time. RELATED:...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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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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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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