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DEAL: 256GB Samsung EVO+ MicroSD Card Drops to $86.95

Kellen July 30, 2018

When you see the Galaxy Note 9 on August 9 and then decide to pre-order one a couple of days later, you should consider a microSD card for it, since you can never have enough storage. Right now, if you head over to B&H Photo, you can grab a 256GB Samsung...

Sony’s $1000 Xperia XZ2 Premium Now Available for Purchase

Tim July 30, 2018

Xperia XZ2 Premium from Sony went up for pre-order on July 9. At that time, we knew general availability would begin July 30. Well, that day has come and anyone who didn't pre-order the phone can now order it directly off Amazon and receive it within 2 days...

Verizon Galaxy Note 5, Galaxy S6 Edge+ Grab New Update

Kellen July 30, 2018

Verizon's Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+, two phones that have been around for almost three years, are receiving a new update this week. The update is only a security patch and will arrive as software version N920VVRS3CRG1 for the Galaxy Note 5 and ...

You Can Now Browse the Web in VR Thanks to Daydream Support for Chrome

Tim July 30, 2018

Maybe it's because I'm not completely engulfed in VR news these days, but I didn't realize Chrome wasn't already supported by Google's Daydream VR platform. This week, that changes, with Google making the announcement this morning that those with a Daydream...

LG’s Latest ‘Signature Edition’ is a $1800 V35 ThinQ With Ceramic Body

Tim July 30, 2018

LG unveiled its latest Signature Edition handset, what's essentially the most premium smartphone the company offers in any given year. Last year, LG's Signature Edition was a beefed up V30, priced at about $1,800. This year, LG's new top of the line special...

I Think I’m Passing on the Pixel 3 XL

Kellen July 30, 2018

After seeing the latest Pixel 3 XL prototype pictures that popped up over the weekend, I think I'm going to pass on it. Instead, my money will be going towards the regular Pixel 3, assuming Google doesn't leave out some critical feature to try and...

OnePlus Confirms OnePlus 3, 3T Will See Android P Update

Tim July 30, 2018

Only back in June of this year, we learned that OnePlus would provide regular software OTA updates to OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T through November, though, it wasn't exactly known if that meant total Android P support, considering the timing. This morning, the...

Google’s “Pixel Stand” Could be a Wireless Charging Stand for Pixel 3

Kellen July 30, 2018

It's safe to say that we all sort of expect Google to re-introduce wireless charging to its phones when the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL (newest pictures) arrive later this year. After deciding against the feature in late Nexus models by going with metal phone...

Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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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’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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