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AT&T Says It’ll be the First to Launch Mobile 5G in 2018

Kellen January 4, 2018 19

As Verizon continues to ramp up its 5G technology in an attempt to launch residential, 5G broadband this year, AT&T has quietly swooped in to announce that it'll be the first to launch mobile 5G over the coming months. Yep, we're talking about the mobile...

Dashlane’s Project Mirror Aims to Kill Passwords in 2018

Tim January 4, 2018 9

Many of you might already use a password manager, which is a great tool for keeping your digital passwords in order. Well, Dashlane introduced Project Mirror this week, with the company declaring war on the institute of passwords as a whole. Interestingly,...

Here’s the List of Games That Support Razer Phone’s 120Hz Refresh Rate

Tim January 4, 2018 8

As you should know, the Razer Phone features a display capable of producing a 120Hz refresh rate, something not yet seen widespread in mobile devices. While 120Hz is something you can already spot simply by scrolling through the Android UI, it takes a game to...

Allo was Down for Many, Should be Back Up Now

Kellen January 4, 2018 43

Our inbox exploded this morning (2 emails) with news that the insanely popular Google messenger app, Allo, was down. I know, you can imagine the difficulty in deciding which Google messaging platform to use in its place, since there are enough to give you a...

OnePlus Brings Sandstone Back, This Time in White on a Limited OnePlus 5T

Kellen January 4, 2018 14

Oh man, one of the best materials/textures ever used on a smartphone is back, thanks to OnePlus. Anyone remember the iconic Sandstone that was used back on the original OnePlus One and 2? It's back on the OnePlus 5T, only this time in white and as a limited...

OnePlus 5 is Getting 5T’s Face Unlock, Grabs Official Oreo for Now (Updated: Pulled Because of “Bug”)

Kellen January 3, 2018

UPDATE 1/3/18: OnePlus pulled the OnePlus 5 Oreo update saying the following-- Sorry everyone, we’ve temporarily delayed the global roll out of Oxygen 5.0, while we work to improve the user experience. That quote originally said that OnePlus pulled it because...

Report: Google Looking to Sell Off Zagat

Tim January 3, 2018 18

According to sources who spoke with Reuters, Google is seeking to sell off Zagat, the restaurant review platform it purchased in 2011. Since purchasing Zagat, Google launched an Android app, updated said app here and there, and implemented a lot Zagat's...

Samsung Will Power Verizon’s First 5G Network This Year

Kellen January 3, 2018 9

When Verizon launches its first 5G residential broadband network this year, Samsung will power the portion of it that sits in your home. With Sacramento up first at some point in the second half of 2018 (followed by up to another 4 cities), Samsung's...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 9

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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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