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And Now T-Mobile’s Galaxy S9, S9+ Pick-Up June Security Patch

Kellen June 22, 2018 7

It's started to look like Samsung has at least committed to updating the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ in the US to the June Android security patch. With Verizon's S9 units picking up June's updates yesterday, T-Mobile is now pushing them. The updates arrive as...

YouTube Adds More Ways for YouTubers to Get Paid, Including New Premieres Feature

Kellen June 22, 2018 1

VidCon, also known as the grossest, ego-dipped, IRL-infested place on Earth, kicked off today, so we got a bunch of YouTube-related announcements. The announcements are actually pretty great if you do make a living from YouTube, as YouTube continues to explore...

Poll: Does a Phone With a Physical Keyboard Interest You?

Kellen June 21, 2018 121

Blackberry Mobile announced pre-orders or something for its upcoming KEY2 phone this morning, which got me back on my hater high-chair asking, "Wait, who wants a phone with a physical keyboard?" And that of course led to this here poll, where you, fabulous...

Measure App for Augmented Reality Now Works on All ARCore-Supported Devices

Tim June 21, 2018 22

Should you own a device that supports ARCore, which is any of the devices listed here, you can now download and use the Measure app. This app can be very clutch if you're looking to roughly measure spaces around the house or anywhere else. Did someone say the...

Verizon Galaxy S9, S9+ Now Getting June Security Patch (Updated)

Kellen June 21, 2018 14

A couple of weeks ago, we pointed out the fact that Samsung has failed to update the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ in the US. And not just the unlocked models - we're talking about all models, including those from carriers. On the day we wrote up that story, we...

Your Google Account Page Just Got Way More Comprehensive and Useful

Tim June 21, 2018

Each person with a Google account has a dedicated Google Account page. According to Google, 20 million people visit their Google Account page each day. I am not one of that 20 million. On this page, you can find all of the information that is tied to your...

Amazon Adds Moto Z3 Play, Moto G6 Play to Prime Exclusive Lineup

Tim June 21, 2018 6

Amazon's lineup of Prime Exclusive devices is getting two new additions this week, the Moto Z3 Play and Moto G6 Play. Announced earlier this month and going up for pre-order through Motorola's website starting today, Amazon is selling the Moto Z3 Play for $449...

Google is Sending Out 15%-Off Pixel 2 Referral Codes That Get You $50 in Return (Updated)

Kellen June 21, 2018 190

Google has a good deal right now for your friends who are interested in buying a Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL. Inboxes are starting to receive 15%-off referral codes that can be given out for use on the Google Store for Google's newest phones. To sweeten the deal,...

Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 190

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 190

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 190

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 190

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 190

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 190

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 190

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 190

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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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