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Netflix Supports Picture-in-Picture on Android 8.1

Tim October 27, 2017 11

If you have found usefulness with the native Picture-in-Picture mode in Oreo, you'll be happy to learn that the Netflix app nows supports it. The only catch is, you need Android 8.1 (currently in developer preview), making this an exclusive feature to Pixel...

Pixel 2’s Weird Clicking Will be Fixed With Update, Temporary Fix Available

Kellen October 27, 2017 31

Since Pixel 2 phones started arriving, new owners of the device complained about an odd clicking noise, as well as a high pitch frequency or hissing during calls. Up until yesterday, Google had not really addressed the concerns, but did simultaneously as they...

This is Google’s Plan to Combat Screen Burn-In and Color Complaints on the Pixel 2 XL Going Forward

Kellen October 26, 2017 96

Google's Mario Queiroz just weighed-in on the Pixel 2 XL's display drama, assuring customers that not only do their tests show that the 2 XL's POLED display is "in line" with other premium phones, but he also announced that Google is pushing the phone's...

Google Says Pixel 2 XL Display is “In Line” With Other Premium Phones, Ups Warranty to 2 Years Anyway

Kellen October 26, 2017 161

You probably remember that Google told us the other day that it was investigating possible screen burn-in issues on its new Pixel 2 XL phone, right? This afternoon, they weighed-in with their findings. Not to spoil the fun, but Google says that the Pixel 2 XL...

Canary is the Latest to Integrate Google Assistant Into Its Devices

Tim October 26, 2017 2

Canary, the makers of security cameras plus the really cool all-in-one Canary device (security alarm, camera, air monitor), announced integration with Google Assistant this week. With this integration, Canary and Canary Flex users can get important information...

Google’s Pixel 2 Pre-Orders More Than Double Last Year’s

Kellen October 26, 2017 59

During today's Q3 2017 Alphabet earnings call, Google CEO Sundar Pichai talked about the company's recent hardware announcements, mentioning that the new Pixel 2 phones have been well-received out of the gate. According to Pichai, pre-orders of the new Pixel 2...

DEAL: Woot has Brand New Amazon Echo (1st Gen) Devices for $75 Today

Kellen October 26, 2017 2

Amazon may have just replaced the original Amazon Echo with two new models, but that doesn't make the 1st gen version any less worthy of being in your home, especially when it can be had for ridiculously low prices. Currently, Woot has both the white and black...

Opinion: Google is Still Bad at Selling Phones

Tim October 26, 2017 177

So you're having troubles with your new Pixel order from Google? Dang. Well, I hate to break this to you, but it has been this way for years. Looking back through our post archives, Google has had issues when it comes to meeting demand for its flagship devices...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 177

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 177

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 177

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 177

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 177

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 177

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 177

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 177

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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