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When Verizon Kills CDMA, That Won’t Mean Open Season for Unlocked Phones on Their Network

Kellen November 15, 2017 56

The end of Verizon's CDMA network is something that unlocked phone enthusiasts have dreamed about for years. We have all tried to envision a world where Verizon's lengthy and expensive CDMA testing would no longer be a requirement for phone makers and all of...

Razer Phone Unboxing!

Tim November 15, 2017 13

We've got the Razer Phone in-house, but before we can dive into our complete review process, we need to unbox this beast. If you missed the announcement post, allow me to refresh you. The Razer Phone is priced at $699 (available for purchase now) and comes...

DEAL: Amazon Hosting Pre-Black Friday Sale on SmartThings – $50 Off Hub, $100 Off Kit

Kellen November 15, 2017 7

The holiday season is always the best time to start building that smart home that you have been holding out from. And Amazon has a huge sale going on right now for Samsung SmartThings products that'll get you well on your way. We're talking about 50% off the...

Philo Streaming TV Service Costs Just $16 and Includes No Sports Programming

Kellen November 15, 2017 25

There is no shortage of streaming TV service options today. Google has their own. Sling TV is still here. Playstation and Hulu are too. DirecTV is in on it. And I'm sure there are more, those are just the handful that come to mind right away. This week, we get...

Google Opens Up New Functionality, Language Support to Assistant Developers

Tim November 15, 2017 3

At some point down the road, users will be able to take advantage of changes Google is making to Google Assistant this week, including new language support, Google Home to phone hand-off, and more. Open now to developers, app creators can build apps in Spanish...

Google, It’s Time for a Pixel TV or Google Home TV Box

Kellen November 15, 2017 56

Look at that image above and tell me what's missing. After sharing news of the Nexus Player gaining access to Google Assistant this morning, it really got me thinking about Google's current Android TV situation. And when I say "current Android TV situation" I'...

Google Maps UI Update Puts Emphasis on Explore, Driving, and Transit

Tim November 15, 2017 3

If you're part of the Google Maps beta (and you should be), what I'm about to share may not be news for you, but to anyone not part of the beta, be on the lookout for a new look in Google Maps this week. Detailed by the Google Maps team, they are changing up...

Sprint Offers Free Access to Hulu for Those on New or Existing Unlimited Plan

Tim November 15, 2017 16

If binge watching some of the more popular TV shows out there right now interests you, Sprint's unlimited plan may be something to consider. Announced today, Sprint will offer folks on a new or existing unlimited plan free access to Hulu, giving you all the...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 16

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 16

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 16

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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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