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LG Joins Amazon’s Prime Exclusive Phone Line-Up With G6 at $399, G6+ at $499

Kellen October 26, 2017 24

Amazon's line-up of Prime Exclusive phones, those being the phones filled with Amazon apps and ads that you can buy at a discounted rate, continues to grow at a fast rate. This morning, LG added four phones to it, including the impressive LG G6 (our review)...

Video: Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL Review

Kellen October 25, 2017 74

As we promised last week after our Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL review was posted, we now have our thoughts in video form. We know that some of you don't need all of the dirty details of a written review and would rather get the visual overview perspective. Today,...

Halloween Sale for NVIDIA SHIELD Games Kicks Off on Friday

Tim October 25, 2017 7

Kicking off this Friday (October 27) and ending the night of Halloween, NVIDIA is hosting a sale on games for GeForce NOW as well as SHIELD TV. From the list provided to us by NVIDIA, there are two games for GeForce NOW players, Deadlight Director's Cut (80%...

What’s New in the Android 8.1 Developer Preview

Tim October 25, 2017 44

The Android team just released a developer preview for Android 8.1 "Oreo," so let's dive in and see what's new. Considering this is only a developer preview, a lot of this will probably go unnoticed by end users, but if you're a developer, these days are...

Android 8.1 Developer Preview Now Available! (Updated)

Kellen October 25, 2017 31

We knew that the Android 8.1 Developer Preview was on the way, but we didn't think it would be here this quickly. And yep, it did just show up! This latest Android Oreo build is available for the Pixel 2 XL, Pixel 2, Pixel XL, Pixel, Pixel C, Nexus 6P, and...

Nighthawk Mobile Hotspot Router Available at AT&T, Capable of 5G Evolution Speeds

Tim October 25, 2017 13

Beginning this Friday, AT&T customers can pick up a Nighthawk mobile hotspot router, capable of pulling down 5G Evolution speeds for your devices. This mobile hotspot, produced by NETGEAR, can connect up to 20 devices and features a 5,040mAh battery....

Now Playing History is an App Every Pixel 2 Owner Needs

Tim October 25, 2017 38

Now Playing is a feature exclusive to the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. With it, your phone can recognize music that is playing in the background, saving you from downloading Shazam or embarrassingly asking the barista at your local Starbucks whose smooth jazz...

Verizon Will Let You Pay $10 Per Month to Get Out of 720p Streaming Hell

Kellen October 25, 2017 133

Two months after Verizon introduced new Go Unlimited and Beyond Unlimited data plans that included all-day, all-the-time video throttling no matter your data connection or display resolution, the company has decided that you can now stream beyond just 720p. Of...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 133

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 133

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 133

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 133

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 133

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 133

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 133

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 133

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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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