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Verizon and AT&T LTE Speeds Start Recovering After Taking Unlimited Hit, T-Mobile Still the Fastest

Kellen January 17, 2018 39

The folks at OpenSignal released new data today that updates us on the US wireless carrier LTE speed race. In the last major report, their data showed pretty steep declines in speeds from Verizon and AT&T as each had re-introduced unlimited data plans...

Forget NVIDIA SPOT, Use This $15 Outlet Mount for Your Google Home Mini

Tim January 16, 2018 38

I've been waiting a solid year since CES 2017 to hear about NVIDIA SPOT availability, but at this point (one year later), I don't think it's coming. With Google Home Mini now out for just $35, it does everything a SPOT would've done, but has a full blown...

Question of the Day: Which Android OEM are You Most Excited for in 2018?

Tim January 16, 2018 87

Kellen recently shared his excitement for HTC in 2018, a notion that my own views don't quite align with. But hey, who am I to crush another person's dreams? Personally, though, my focus is on LG this year. While things are looking not too hot at the moment,...

DEAL: This 32GB Samsung MicroSD Card is Just $10 Today at Best Buy

Kellen January 16, 2018 5

Here's a heck of a deal: Samsung EVO Plus 32GB microSD for just $9.99. I know a number of you have all the microSD cards you can handle, but there's nothing wrong with having a spare or picking up one for that obscure electronic that never seems to have enough...

More Details Revealed for Verizon’s OTT Content Service, Connected Home Hub

Tim January 16, 2018 5

In May of last year, Verizon's CEO mentioned the possibility of the carrier launching an OTT (over the top) content service. At CES last week, more details were revealed regarding this service, which would have Big Red entering the arena against the likes of...

And This Could be the Moto Z3, Moto Z3 Play, and Motorola’s 5G Moto Mod

Kellen January 16, 2018 40

Now that you've read up on possible details of the upcoming Moto X5 and Moto G6 line, let's dive into flagship territory with the Moto Z3 family. Like those other phones, we believe we may have a first look at both the Moto Z3 and Moto Z3 Play for you today,...

This Could be the Moto X5, and It Appears to Have an iPhone X-Like Notch

Kellen January 16, 2018 96

The Moto X4 from 2017 brought back a beloved line of phones, even if it didn't impress us and couldn't match the personal feel of previous models. It wasn't all bad, though, and did feature a fresh design for Motorola, along with water resistance and space in...

This Could be the Moto G6, Moto G6 Plus, Moto G6 Play

Kellen January 16, 2018 38

2018 is here and it's time to talk about upcoming phones. At MWC in just over a month, we know that Samsung will show off the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, but what about the other players in the game? What about Motorola, since they often unveil the next Moto G...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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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