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Twitter is Close to Rendering All 3rd-Party Apps Useless (Update)

Tim April 6, 2018 44

Until this morning, we had no idea things were so dire for 3rd-party Twitter applications. According to Apps of a Feather, which appears to be a possible consortium of 3rd-party Twitter app developers, once June 19 of this year comes, something called "...

Here’s Another Look at the LG G7, ThinQ Branding and All

Kellen April 6, 2018 33

The folks at TechRadar posted a couple of new LG G7 photos today, giving us yet another look at the upcoming notch boss. We don't actually learn anything dramatically new from these pictures, but we are getting to see "LG G7 ThinQ" branding from the boot...

Flamingo Twitter Client Unpublished Because of Twitter’s Stupid Token Limit

Tim April 6, 2018 8

We wrote up the launch of Flamingo in mid-2016, which at the time, was simply another Twitter client of the already solid number of 3rd-party apps for the tweet-sharing service. This week, I'm sad to report that Flamingo is near to reaching its allotment of...

5 Reasons the Galaxy S9, S9+ Are Worth Buying

Tim April 5, 2018 51

We thought last year's Galaxy S8 and S8+ had everything we needed from a Samsung device, but in typical Samsung fashion, the company was able to bring certain additions to the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ to get potential buyers and even myself excited about them....

Chrooma Keyboard Launches Hydrogen Build With Redesign, Removal of Ads

Kellen April 5, 2018 21

Chrooma Keyboard picked up a sizable update today that introduces their new Hydrogen version. Chrooma tells us that this is a "complete redesign" that includes features like a proofreading service, quick toolbar, and typing stats. It also ditches the ads on...

It’s Open Enrollment Time at Verizon Again – Fresh Chance to Get Phone Protection

Kellen April 5, 2018 30

Verizon's open enrollment period for protection plans is back again, giving you the chance to sign-up for phone protection if you chose not to do so at the time of purchase. You can choose from any of their plans too, not just the most expensive option, Total...

Thursday Poll: Do You Own a Smart Speaker?

Kellen April 5, 2018 119

I'm one of those weirdos who blindly ignores any and all privacy concerns that come with products like Google Home or Amazon Echo because I'm a fan of future tech, especially when it allows me to control my smart home without ever lifting a finger. In fact,...

‘Atlas’ Could Feature First Chromebook 4K Display

Tim April 5, 2018 23

For those who need a high pixel density on their Chrome OS-powered laptop, Google's Pixelbook is currently one of your better options, featuring a 12.3" display with a resolution of 2400 x 1600 (235 ppi, 3:2 aspect ratio). However, according to a recent entry...

Pixel 10a Official at $499 and the Upgrades are Tough to Find

Kellen February 18, 2026 23

Google fully unveiled the Pixel 10a today and there aren't many surprises following weeks of information trickling into our...

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Google Brings AirDrop Support to Pixel 9

Kellen February 17, 2026 23

Google has moved forward with its promise to bring AirDrop support to more phones. Today, the Search giant announced that the...

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Google’s Pixel is Getting a Now Playing App

Kellen February 16, 2026 23

Wouldn't it be cool if the Now Playing service on your Pixel phone had its own app that could get new features more regularly...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen February 16, 2026 23

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 15, 2026 23

Android 17 Beta is officially live and we've got it up and running on a Pixel 10 Pro. You could have it on your device as...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Actually Here for Your Pixel

Kellen February 13, 2026 23

UPDATE FEBRUARY 13 - Google tried to ship out the first Android 17 Beta 1 update a couple of days ago, but something forced...

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Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026 23

We have already seen a few Pixel 10a renders, but as we have gotten closer to a launch day, the quality of said renders has...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 23

Google surprised the Android world this afternoon by announcing that Android 17 Beta 1 is arriving "soon." Yeah, Android 17,...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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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