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Twitter Tests New 280 Character Limit

Kellen September 26, 2017 25

Twitter's 140 character limit may be coming to end and I'm not sure how I feel about it. The company made the announcement today via blog post, where they laid out reasoning for a possible expansion from 140 characters in a Tweet to 280 characters. Why would...

5 Reasons the Galaxy Note 8 is Worth Buying

Tim September 26, 2017 99

So you've already read our Galaxy Note 8 written review and watched our video review, but are still on the fence about picking up a Galaxy Note 8? Well, maybe these 5 reasons will help sway you, because there's a whole lot to like about the Galaxy Note 8. In...

Emogi, Google Partner to Launch Animated Sticker Pack for Gboard

Tim September 26, 2017 18

Sticker lovers, rejoice. Emogi announced a partnership with Google this week, launching an animated sticker pack designed specifically for users of Gboard. To utilize, you'll download the Emogi for Gboard app, then have access to thousands of stickers usable...

Plex News Brings Customizable Video News Straight to Your Media Library

Tim September 26, 2017 6

If you were thinking there wasn't already enough ways to consume news, Plex and its latest announcement has you covered. Introducing Plex News, a customizable feed of news from worldwide sources, distributed directly through your existing Plex account. To sum...

Amazon Prime Gets NFL Thursday Night Games Starting This Week

Kellen September 26, 2017 100

Amazon and the NFL linked up this year to show Thursday night football games on Amazon Prime as they are played. That's a pretty big deal for cord cutters who are Amazon Prime members and want live football action, but also because it brings even more eyes to...

LG Expands Google Assistant Support to 87 of Their WiFi Appliances

Kellen September 26, 2017 17

Back at the end of August at IFA, Google announced that the Google Assistant was weeks away from showing up inside almost all of the electronics you own or will soon own. From new speakers and headphones to appliances, Google Assistant wants to be the...

DEAL: Samsung Discounts Wireless Chargers, Gear 360, Gear VR, and More

Kellen September 25, 2017 5

When you think about tech accessory deals, I think it's safe to say that most of us run to Amazon or Best Buy to check prices first. For years, those two have had some of the better deal round-ups on the stuff we love. But let's not forget that Samsung's own...

Reminders Feature for Google Home Rolling Out Today, According to Google (Updated!)

Tim September 25, 2017 18

According to a support page on the official Google Support website, as well as a Google support representative I spoke with today, Reminders support is rolling out today for Google Home owners. Since launch, we've been surprised at how long it has taken Google...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 18

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 18

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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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