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Google’s New Private AI Compute Takes Gemini Tasks to the Cloud in Privacy

Kellen November 11, 2025 1

As a behind-the-scenes part of today's Pixel Feature Drop, Google is introducing Private AI Compute. This new AI processing platform aims to take Gemini tasks that would typically happen on-device and moves them to the cloud to give them more power while...

AI Editing on Google Photos Gets Improved, New ‘Ask’ Button Introduced

Tim November 11, 2025 1

Google Photos has been a primary beneficiary from the Gemini revolution. Editing photos however you want with the help of Gemini has been great, but Google isn't done improving the service with AI. There are a bunch of new features now rolling out on Android,...

Galaxy Watch 8 Classic at 50% Off is a Reality

Kellen November 11, 2025 1

The holiday shopping season is here and Samsung's best Galaxy Watch 8 Classic deal may already have arrived. You can slash an instant $250 off by getting rid of your current watch and getting the new-new. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic starts at $499, but by...

Google Play Store Update Makes It Super Easy to Uninstall Apps From Other Devices

Kellen November 10, 2025 1

Google Play is about to let you easily remotely uninstall apps from devices you don't have with you. The latest update to the Google Play Store will bring the change to app listings when it arrives on Android devices as early as today. In a fresh changelog...

Verizon Says November Pixel Update is Arriving (Updated)

Kellen November 10, 2025 2

The day isn't yet over, but Verizon is suggesting that Google will push the November Pixel update at any moment, possibly as early as today, November 10. According to changelogs updated today by Verizon, the update will bring in the November Android security...

New Wave of Verizon $20 Loyalty Discounts Rolling Out

Kellen November 10, 2025 22

A new month is here and that means a reminder for you to do what you can to redeem a Verizon loyalty discount. A fresh wave of them appears to be arriving for customers and that could be because the previous 12-month loyalty discount has expired, making them...

YouTube TV Gives Out $20 Credits Because of Disney Loss

Kellen November 10, 2025 8

The YouTube TV and Disney situation has improved in one way since we entered this past weekend without a deal in place. Google is issuing $20 credits to subscribers as a way to soften the blow of another string of days without all of the content provided by...

When Will You Get Gemini for Google Home?

Kellen November 10, 2025 9

The switch to Gemini for Google Home cannot be forced and is simply a slow rollout process in the US. For users outside of the US, you'll have to wait until Q1 of 2026. Google provided a small update today on the rollout of Gemini for Google Home, saying that...

Google Added 9 Sweet New Features to Your Pixel in Big Update

Kellen December 2, 2025 9

Following the release of several beta builds over a number of months, Google released Android 16 QPR2 today in stable as the...

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December 2025 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen December 2, 2025 9

Google released the December Pixel update today that also happens to be Android 16 QPR2, which we've all been testing for...

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Samsung Makes Galaxy Z TriFold Official, US Launch Set for Early 2026

Tim December 1, 2025 9

Samsung is doing it, folks. After a recent leak that detailed the name, Samsung has gone ahead and made it all official:...

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Android XR Event Scheduled for December 8

Tim December 1, 2025 9

Google has set the date for a new Android XR event, likely where the company will unveil either its own eyewear or possibly a...

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You Can Now Force Gemini Upgrade on Google Smart Speakers

Tim December 1, 2025 9

If you're like me, you have been patiently waiting for Google to push the Gemini upgrade to your compatible Google Home...

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Samsung Wipes 53% Off Galaxy Z Fold 7 With Free Upgrades

Kellen November 29, 2025 9

All of the Black Friday deals are established and available through the weekend, so if you've hesitated on picking up...

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Samsung Kicks $940 Off Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen November 28, 2025 9

To keep the Black Friday fun rolling, Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is seeing low prices that we haven't seen in months and you...

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T-Mobile is Giving Out Free DoorDash DashPass Again

Kellen November 26, 2025 9

T-Mobile's free DashPass for DoorDash has returned in time for the holidays in case you missed it earlier this year. You can...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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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