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DEAL: Verizon Selling Google’s Daydream View VR Headset for Just $29

Tim August 1, 2018

Verizon is currently selling the 2nd-generation Daydream View headset on its website for just $29.99, down from the usual price of $99.99. For those concerned about not being a Verizon customer, don't fret, you won't need a Verizon account to score the savings...

RED Hydrogen One Fully Revealed at FCC as the Phone Hits Another Delay (Updated)

Kellen August 1, 2018

It's looking less and less likely that the RED Hydrogen One phone arrives this summer. After already experieincing one delay, the camera company's first phone with 3D holographic display has apparently hit another snag that could push its release out further....

You Can Already Reserve Your Galaxy Note 9 Ahead of Next Week’s Unveiling

Tim August 1, 2018

Samsung isn't unveiling its next flagship until August 9, but inside of the company's Shop Samsung app, you can already reserve your Galaxy Note 9. Because this is a reservation and not a pre-order, there is no obligation to purchase the device once it is...

Samsung Announces Galaxy Tab S4, Starting at $649

Kellen August 1, 2018

We thought that Samsung would unveil the Galaxy Tab S4 alongside the Galaxy Note 9 next week, but the Korean company went ahead and gave us the goods early. The Galaxy Tab S4 is official and it starts at $649.99. What should you know about Samsung's newest...

DEAL: Best Buy is Dropping $350 Off Galaxy S9, S9+, and Note 8

Kellen July 31, 2018

The Galaxy Note 9 will be here in a couple of weeks, but because Samsung desperately needs to sell some phones after a lackluster quarter, Best Buy has got some heavy discounts for you on the Galaxy S9, Galaxy S9+, and Galaxy Note 8 through Verizon, AT&T,...

Tuesday Poll: How Many Apps Are Currently Installed on Your Phone?

Tim July 31, 2018

Back in the day when I wasn't jumping from phone to phone, I installed a ton of apps on my device, easily sitting at around 100 apps or more on any given day. These days, since I'm using a new phone almost once a month and constantly switching, I find that I...

Google to Manufacturers: No More Than Two Notches Per Device, Please

Tim July 31, 2018

In a blog post penned to application developers this week, Google laid down a few rules that Android phone manufacturers will need to take into account when designing devices. Most importantly, Google states that there can be no more than two display cutouts (...

DEAL: Moto X4 Drops to $199 With Code at Newegg

Kellen July 31, 2018

For a limited time, and likely until stock runs out because of this great price, you can pick-up a Moto X4 for just $199.99 at Newegg. This phone was originally priced at $400, so it's half off at the moment. While a full year-old, the Moto X4 at $200 is still...

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025

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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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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