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OnePlus Watch 3 Delayed Because of That Case Typo, But Not for Long

Kellen February 25, 2025 5

Last week, we showed you a typo on the case of the OnePlus Watch 3 that we all got a good laugh from. At the time, we were curious if this was simply an early production error for review units, but OnePlus has now confirmed that the typo slipped into the first...

Qualcomm, Google Enable 8 Years of Software Updates for Android Devices

Tim February 24, 2025 15

Qualcomm and Google announced extended support for Snapdragon 8 and 7-series chipsets this week, meaning owners of supported devices could be in line for up to 8 full years of software and security updates. Currently, the most we're getting is 7 years,...

Pixel 9a Gets Brief Hands-on Video Treatment

Tim February 24, 2025 7

We must be coming up on the release of the Pixel 9a, as we're seeing leaks left and right for Google's upcoming budget-friendly Pixel phone. In the latest leak, we have a very brief hands-on video of the device's backside. We don't get to see the front, but it...

Gmail Losing SMS Authentication Because It’s Really Not That Secure

Tim February 24, 2025 5

News from Google this morning is that Gmail will soon ditch SMS code authentication, because honestly, it's just not all that secure. Speaking to Forbes, Gmail spokesperson Ross Richendrfer says that similar to how Google has moved away from passwords and is...

Galaxy Z Fold 7 Renders Detail Thin Body, Big Displays

Tim February 24, 2025 8

Samsung has sufficiently improved upon the Galaxy Z Fold lineup's design over its lifespan, but one could argue that there hasn't been any drastic changes in the past couple of years. Yes, display bezels have gotten thinner and the hinge system has improved...

Nothing Takes Us on Tour of Nothing Phone 3a Ahead of Launch

Tim February 24, 2025 1

Nothing is continuing to build the hype around Nothing Phone 3a, still scheduled to be "official" on March 4. But forget that, here's the phone in both photo and video form, I suppose. Nothing simply can't contain itself. The excitement for Nothing Phone 3a...

Android 16’s Live Update Notifications Look Awesome

Tim February 21, 2025 7

One feature we've been looking forward to in Android 16 is Live Updates, a new notification type that is designed to help you keep track of ongoing notifications, such as those from a ride sharing or food delivery app. iPhone has had a similar feature for a...

DEAL: Galaxy S25 Ultra for $399, Get Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for $10 ($1260 Off)

Tim February 21, 2025 9

Samsung wants to sell you a Galaxy S25 Ultra, the best smartphone in its current lineup of devices. To do so, it is offering free doubled storage, massive trade-in values, as well as instant store credit that can get you accessory devices for next to nothing....

Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 15, 2026 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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

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Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Scheduled for February 25

Tim February 10, 2026 9

Samsung has booked the date at which they will unveil the Galaxy S26 series. February 25 is the day, 10am PT (1pm ET) is the...

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AT&T’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 9

For those looking for the best AT&T unlimited plan, the choices are pretty simple to narrow down, thanks to AT&T only...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 9

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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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 9

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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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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