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LG V30 Now Available at Verizon and AT&T, With Pre-Orders at T-Mobile

Kellen October 5, 2017 80

It's LG V30 Day today! I know that we all have a bit of a Pixel 2 hangover, but there really is another brilliant phone from LG arriving this morning that you should strongly consider. The LG V30 is the latest in the V series from LG and it's arguably the best...

Video: Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL First Look and Tour!

Kellen October 4, 2017 94

Apologies for the delay, but it's time to take the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL for a spin! We spent some time with both phones today and are ready to share some initial thoughts and run through a tour of each device. My first major take away is that these...

Poll: What Has You the Most Excited From Google’s Press Event?

Tim October 4, 2017 90

Damn, Google just announced a ton of new hardware. It's an Android nerd's dream today, with plenty of new toys to get excited about. There's the new Pixel 2 devices, Google Home Mini, Google Home Max, Pixelbook with Pixelbook Pen, updated Daydream View, Pixel...

‘Made For Google’ Accessory Certification Program is a Go

Tim October 4, 2017 11

While new hardware is always fun, Google made another announcement that is sure to make a big impact for Google hardware owners. Reported earlier this month, the Made For Google accessory certification program is now official, paving the way for customers to...

Want a Free Google Home Mini? Here’s Your Chance

Tim October 4, 2017 14

If you want a new Google Home Mini, but don't want to shell out the $49, Google is offering you a chance to score one for absolutely free. I know this will sound weird, but bear with me. Google is going to have popup donut shops in various cities across the...

Google Pixel 2 Gets First 98 Score on DxOMark

Tim October 4, 2017 47

It appears Google outdid themselves this year, nearly breaking DxOMark's smartphone camera ranking system. Published today, the camera ranking site has given the Pixel 2 a score of 98, which is a first for any smartphone. Last year, the Pixel scored a 90,...

Google Clips, a $249 GIF-Making Machine for Your Family

Tim October 4, 2017 16

Announced at this morning's press event, Google unveiled Google Clips, a video clip-taking and GIF-making camera that will cost $249. Not yet available for purchase or pre-order, Google Clips features a 30-degree field of view sensor with 1.55μm pixels,...

Google Drops Pixel and Pixel XL Price by $100 on Google Store

Tim October 4, 2017 18

Maybe you aren't looking to cop that new-new Pixel 2? That's totally cool, because Google just cut the price of its 1st-Gen Pixel and Pixel XL by $100 for each model and each storage configuration. The updated pricing goes like this. Pixel 32GB is now $549,...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 18

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 18

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 80

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 80

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 80

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 80

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 80

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 80

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 80

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 80

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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