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Nothing OS 4.0 Starts Rollout November 21

Tim November 19, 2025 1

Nothing went to its community site to post an update on Nothing OS 4.0. In the post, the company said its beta testers have been providing a lot of feedback and the update's full announcement and rollout will begin soon. How soon, you might ask? Like, really...

Many Galaxy Foldables Get November Security Patch

Tim November 19, 2025 1

Samsung is shipping out the latest security patch, which would be November's, to the last 3 generations of its foldable lineup. After looking over the changelog for each device, Samsung only lists the November patch and nothing else. However, if after booting...

Google Maps Adds Gemini Insider Tips, EV Charger Predictions, More

Kellen November 19, 2025 2

New Google Maps features are always welcome around these parts, as I rarely leave the house without first opening Google Maps to make sure the route I plan to take isn't flooded with Portland's horrible traffic or to confirm that a business is indeed still...

Here’s a Pixel 9 Pro Fold for $705 (Updated: Soldout)

Kellen November 19, 2025 1

The best Pixel 9 Pro Fold deal I think I've ever seen is happening right now through Best Buy. Original priced at $1,800 about a year ago, you can get last year's foldable from Google for $705. Now, there is something you need to know about this particular...

DEAL: Sony’s Best Earbuds at $229 for Holiday Shoppers ($100 Off)

Tim November 18, 2025 6

Sony is hosting a holiday deal on a variety of audio products, but the one that caught our eye immediately is this one. For a limited time, you can get $100 off of the WF-1000XM5 earbuds, which Sony claims are the "best truly wireless noise canceling earbuds."...

Galaxy Z Fold 7 at $1000 Off is Still a Reality

Kellen November 18, 2025 1

The Samsung Black Friday deals appear to be mostly live already. Even though the biggest holiday deals weekend of the year is still a week out, we're cutting huge chunks of cash off of devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 7, making it quickly and easily $1,000 off....

These are Google Play’s Top Apps and Games of 2025

Tim November 18, 2025 3

Google Play has graced the internet with its Best Of list for 2025. It was a decent year for Google Play, getting all sorts of big titles launched, such as Pokémon TCG Pocket, but we also have a new category entirely: Best for XR headsets. What we appreciate...

Pixel Themes is a Great Idea That Kicked Off in the Worst Way

Kellen November 18, 2025 16

Google shipped out a new Pixel Feature Drop last week that included at least 8 new features or improvements to your Pixel phone, foldable, or tablet. There are new features in Google Photos, Messages, within Magic Cue, and to notifications (summaries!). One of...

What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 16

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 16

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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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 16

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 16

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 16

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 16

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 16

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025 16

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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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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