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Monday Poll: Which Messaging Service Do You Use the Most?

Kellen December 4, 2017 183

The last time we asked which instant messaging app you all were using, it was 2011 and Google Talk was still a thing. Not only that, but Google+ Huddles was in before Hangouts took over, Beejive was an app that people used, and most of you just settled for...

Cool Trick: Google Lens Can Directly Import Handwritten Notes to Keep, Remember for Later

Kellen December 4, 2017 12

Google Lens is well into its full rollout to Google's Pixel and Pixel 2 devices, which means that most of you should have it by now. Because of that, we're starting to see specific uses pop-up that are worth calling out. As you can imagine, since this is a...

Neverending Nightmares is Full of Jump Scares and Gruesome Visuals

Tim December 4, 2017 2

Neverending Nightmares was launched for select platforms all the way back in 2014, but at long last, the game is available directly from Google Play for Android devices. You see, when this game launched, it was available exclusively for OUYA and Steam, but it...

Google Releases December’s Security Bulletin, Images Coming Tomorrow

Kellen December 4, 2017 15

Google posted December's security bulletin for Android this morning with details about the latest patches for the platform. There are two patches for this month, one for December 1 and another for December 5. If you own a Pixel or Nexus device, you'll get the...

User Shows Off New Netflix App Design, All About the Bottom Buttons

Tim December 4, 2017 11

According to at least one person on reddit, Netflix is testing a redesign of its Android app. While we don't have a ton of screenshots to share, user MyFishDrownedItself at least shared a few details about what the redesign offers. From what we can see with...

Facebook Messenger Kids Announced for iOS, Coming Later to Android

Tim December 4, 2017 9

Facebook announced a new chat app for kids today, suitably called Messenger Kids. Sadly, this app is only in preview for iOS at the time, but should be available for Android and select Kindle devices in the "coming months." Messenger Kids is all about allowing...

Verizon’s $300-Off Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL Deal is Live With “50%” Off Google Home Bonus

Kellen December 4, 2017 32

The $300-off deal from Verizon for the Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL that we told you about at the end of last week is now available online after a short in-store exclusive period. The deal is noteworthy because it drops $300 off the price of any Pixel 2 or 2 XL...

The Little Things: Pixel 2 and 2 XL Screens Don’t Light Up When You Charge or Unplug

Kellen December 2, 2017 124

I can't tell you how many times I've cussed out my phone just before falling asleep. Typically, when I'm ready to pass out for the night, I reach for the charging cable next to my bed and plug in whichever phone I'm testing at the moment, only to have its...

Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5 Reasons to Buy Samsung’s Newest Flagship

Tim February 26, 2026 124

We have the brand new Galaxy S26 Ultra from Samsung now up for pre-order. It's quite the looker, featuring a slightly updated...

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Android 17 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Devices!

Tim February 26, 2026 124

Android 17 Beta 2 has been released for Pixel devices. You'll find support for the build all the way back to the Pixel 6...

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There is a Free Double Storage Galaxy S26 Ultra Deal, Plus You Get a $200 Gift Card

Kellen February 26, 2026 124

Samsung is going softer than usual with its Galaxy S26 launch deals and it's kind of bumming me out. Where's the double...

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Samsung Quickly Smacking $700 Off Galaxy S26+

Kellen February 26, 2026 124

With the dust settled from yesterday's Unpacked event, we're still looking for the best Galaxy S26 deals to be had. We know...

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Samsung Quickly Slaps $500 Off Galaxy S26

Kellen February 25, 2026 124

The best Galaxy S26 deal is a quick $500 off from Samsung, thanks to a wide range of trade-in devices worth that much. Buying...

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Galaxy S26 Series Made Official, Starts at $899

Tim February 25, 2026 124

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is now official, and for those who have been following Galaxy news for the past few months, the...

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The Nothing Phone 4a Comes in Pink

Kellen February 25, 2026 124

Earlier in the week, Nothing showed off its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a in a pretty typical mostly-white colorway. The phone...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Crazy New Privacy Display Feature

Kellen February 23, 2026 124

We showed you earlier that someone was able to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra super early by paying an enormous sum of money in Dubai...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 183

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 183

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 183

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 183

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 183

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 183

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 183

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 183

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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