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HTC Plans to Launch 5 or 6 Phones Next Year, Promises Dual Camera Setups

Tim November 3, 2017 26

According to HTC President Chialin Chang, the company will launch 5 to 6 devices in 2018, with a focus being placed on at least one with a dual camera setup. "We'll definitely be releasing a dual-camera phone next year, but we'll need to figure out how to make...

Cricket Adds More Data to a Couple of Its Data Plans

Kellen November 3, 2017 44

Cricket announced this morning that its two lower tier plans are getting an extra boost of data come November 5, without a price hike. Their 1GB-$30 plan will now have 2GB "high-speed" data, while the 4GB-$40 plan will jump to 5GB "high-speed" data. Yes, I...

Tip: If You had Device Protection on Your Old Pixel and Traded It in, Get a Partial Refund

Kellen November 2, 2017 12

If you picked up a new Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL from Google and traded in your old Pixel or Pixel XL from the Google Store, you might be able to get a partial refund on your old Device Protection plan. At least one of our readers did just that and will get back $...

DEAL: Eero WiFi System Packs are Up to $72 Off Right Now

Kellen November 2, 2017 5

The latest Eero Home WiFi System is seeing a substantial discount at Amazon today. This is the new 2nd generation Eero too, and is available in a couple of different packs that will help blanket your home in fast WiFi. The 2-pack that includes a single Eero...

The T-Mobile, Sprint Merger Isn’t Dead Yet

Tim November 2, 2017 19

According to the latest report from The Wall Street Journal, T-Mobile has sent another offer to Sprint, in a desperate attempt to make a merger between the two happen, with it said a deal could still be made "within weeks." This news follows a report from...

Dashlane 5 Dropped Today With Special Features for Android Oreo

Kellen November 2, 2017 15

Dashlane released v5 of its apps today across all platforms and that includes Android. The biggest takeaways are that they redesigned their web experience, added 2-step authentication support, and have new logos and icons everywhere. If you are a Dashlane user...

Here’s Our LG V30 Video Review!

Kellen November 2, 2017 36

For those who didn't have a chance to read through our entire LG V30 review or who would rather have the visual version, our LG V30 video review is now up! In this 9-minute clip, I share thoughts on the phone's 6-inch POLED display and whether or not it...

YouTube TV App for Android TV Now on Google Play

Tim November 2, 2017 23

The YouTube TV app for the Android TV platform was made official on October 30, and today, the app is now available for download via Google Play. From my device list on Google Play, I can confirm that you can download it to NVIDIA SHIELD TV units, as well as...

Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 23

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025 23

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025 23

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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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