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Razer Teases “Biggest Unveiling” for November 1, Could be a Phone

Tim October 11, 2017 20

Razer has officially begun teasing something big, its "biggest unveiling," to be exact. Posted to Twitter moments ago, the gaming-focused company states we'll watch, listen, and play, alongside an image of a person watching something on a handheld device. Is...

A Few Google Home Mini Review Units had a Privacy Issue That Google Already Fixed (Updated!)

Kellen October 11, 2017 23

After the big October 4 Google event from last week, Google handed out Google Home Mini review units to press in attendance. We've been using ours since and have had zero issues with it. Unfortunately, not all reviewers have had the same experience, including...

Google Store Trade-In Program has Some Things You Should be Aware Of (Updated!)

Kellen October 10, 2017 92

The trade-in program that Google launched in the Google Store just before announcing the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL sure looks like a sweet option to score a discount on a new phone, especially if you are coming from an original Pixel or Pixel XL and don't mind...

LG V30: First 10 Things to Do!

Kellen October 10, 2017 51

As you are now well-aware after watching our LG V30 unboxing, we do indeed have a retail V30 in house and are (finally) progressing towards that official review. Before we get there, though, we like to get to fully know the ins-and-outs of devices like this...

Verizon Moto Z, Z Play, Z Force Updated With Blueborne Patch

Tim October 10, 2017 5

The Moto Z, Moto Z Force (software version: NCLS26.118-23-1-1), and Moto Z Play (software version: NDNS26.118-23-4) on Verizon are receiving the September Android Security patch, which includes a fix for the Blueborne vulnerability. If this is the first you're...

LG V30 Unboxing!

Tim October 10, 2017 54

We have had an LG V30 in the office for some time, but because it was a non-retail unit, we weren't able to bring you all of the coverage we usually do. We didn't unbox it, review it, or anything like that. Well, we have a retail unit now, so all of that...

Report: Galaxy Note 9 May Have Fingerprint Reader Embedded in Display

Tim October 10, 2017 43

We've seen reports over the past year about Samsung and Apple in a race to embed fingerprint readers in front displays. According to the latest report, Samsung may score a "W" come late next year with the Galaxy Note 9 if all goes smoothly. As reported,...

Android Wear Will Receive Incremental Updates via Google Play Between OTA Updates

Tim October 10, 2017 18

Announced via Google+ this week, the only place Android Wear news seems to be alive and well, the wearable platform from Google will receive incremental updates via official Android Wear app updates on Google Play, instead of all things being pushed through in...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025 18

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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Pixel Watch 4 Updates Bring New Gestures, Smarter Smart Replies

Kellen December 9, 2025 18

The Pixel Watch 4 is seeing its own little Feature Drop this morning with a handful of new features. Google is adding a...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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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