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Google Pay Hits the Web

Kellen May 3, 2018 5

When Google started the rebranding of Android Pay to Google Pay back in January, they told us that it would take some time before everything flipped over. We've seen the app go through its big change already, but that left us with Google Pay on the web still...

DEAL: Save $100 on Razer Phone Today Only, Priced at $599 (Includes Gold Edition)

Tim May 3, 2018 5

For an extremely limited time, buyers can save $100 on the Razer Phone, bringing the total down to $599. In order to get this price, you'll need to enter the coupon code listed below, directly above the link to Razer's online store. Back in mid-April, the...

Nokia 6.1 (2018) Arrives in US May 6, Priced at Just $269

Kellen May 3, 2018 19

The Nokia 6.1, HMD Global's upgraded mid-range Nokia phone for 2018, is finally arriving in the US this weekend. Starting May 6, you'll be able to buy the Nokia 6.1 (2018) for just $269 at Amazon and Best Buy. Not familiar with the Nokia 6.1? You should...

HTC’s Next Phone, Possibly the U12+, Will be Announced May 23

Kellen May 3, 2018 18

HTC just sent over a save-the-date for May 23, as they plan to introduce their next phone at that time. Early reports have suggested that this will be the HTC U12+. The image sent to us by HTC is a set of phone components placed to form an outline of a phone....

Action Launcher V35 Released, Offers Android P Styling and Folders in the App Drawer

Tim May 2, 2018 5

A new update is available for Action Launcher, labeled as version 35. There are quite a few changes inside, so let's check it out. According to the changelog, Action Launcher has added the Android P style for the dock's background, but in addition, users can...

RED Hydrogen One Update: Surprise, It’s Delayed, but for Good Reasons

Tim May 2, 2018 12

In July of 2017, RED announced Hydrogen One, its state of the art smartphone running Android. Pre-orders went up, with shipment of the device scheduled for Q1, 2018. This past January, RED stated they were now shooting for a summer of 2018 launch. It's May now...

Samsung is Giving Galaxy Owners $500 of In-App Purchases to Select Games Right Now

Kellen May 2, 2018 9

Want some free sh*t today? Cool, Samsung has a bunch for you, with a value at around $500. How do you get it? Oh, through their obnoxiously-part-of-the-scene Galaxy Apps store. If you own a Galaxy phone (like a Galaxy S9, S8, Note 8, etc.), all you need to do...

Here are a Few Supposed Photos of the OnePlus 6

Tim May 2, 2018 39

We're very much anticipating the launch of the OnePlus 6 on May 16, but while we're waiting for that to happen, we might as well as share the latest reported images of the device. While these are certainly not the highest quality photos, we can still get a...

2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 39

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 39

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 39

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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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