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Google to Issue Fix Tomorrow for Slow WiFi-Chromecast Bug (Updated)

Kellen January 17, 2018 27

Earlier in the week, we told you about an issue that involved Google's Cast technology (Chromecast, Google Home products, etc.) causing all sorts of connectivity issues with WiFi. The bug was causing constant drops or slowing of WiFi connections, likely...

Olympians are Being Treated to a Limited 2018 Winter Games Galaxy Note 8

Tim January 17, 2018 4

Like we've seen in the past, Samsung announced a limited edition Galaxy Note 8 for the upcoming 2018 Winter Olympics. According to Samsung, the company will, "deliver over 4,000 devices to all Olympians as well as the PyeongChang 2018 Olympic family, including...

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,...

YouTube Music Lyrics Feature Now Behind Premium Paywall

Tim February 9, 2026 40

Bad news, non-Premium subscribers who use YouTube Music -- the lyrics tab is officially behind a paywall. The feature, if you...

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ChatGPT Gets Ads Starting Today

Tim February 9, 2026 40

If you caught the "Big Game" last night, you might've seen a few ads that teased the fact that OpenAI will begin testing ads...

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Buzzkill: Galaxy S26 Ultra Won’t Have Built-in Magnets

Tim February 5, 2026 40

Leading up to today, the general consensus was that the entire Galaxy S26 lineup would feature built-in magnets, bringing the...

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Google Shows Off Pixel 10a Because It’s Done With Leaks

Kellen February 4, 2026 40

The Pixel 10a will launch February 18, and that's official news from Google. As the leaks continue to pile up, Google has...

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2026 February Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen February 3, 2026 40

Google Pixel February 2026 update now available for download on the Pixel 7a up through the Pixel 10 series. The February...

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Where’s the February Pixel Update?

Kellen February 2, 2026 40

Pixel updates are no longer released on the first Monday of the month, as Google has shifted to a schedule that gives it more...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Specs

Kellen January 30, 2026 40

The Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks with a set of specs, including the camera, battery size, processor, and dimensions. Samsung still...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 29, 2026 40

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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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