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Google Confirms October 4 as Pixel 2 Day!

Kellen September 14, 2017 97

We got a little ahead of Google yesterday when a reader of ours spotted a freshly posted billboard of theirs in Boston that told us to "Ask more of your phone," on October 4. While Google never did confirm to us that the billboard was indeed reference the...

LG-Made Google Pixel XL 2 Hits FCC!

Kellen September 13, 2017 110

Back in August, the HTC-made Pixel 2 stopped by the FCC and revealed a whole bunch of info about the yet-to-be-announced phone, like storage amounts, Android version, model number, processor, and the phone's "Active Edge" that should allow you to squeeze the...

Google Billboard Suggests Phone Event on October 4 (Updated: Yep!)

Kellen September 13, 2017 50

Reports initially suggested that Google would hold its Pixel 2 event on October 5, but according to the picture of a billboard in Boston that was just sent to us, they may double down and do it again on October 4. The billboard (pictured above), tells us to "...

Galaxy Note 8 Tips and Tricks: 20+ to Help You Master Your New Phone

Tim September 13, 2017 32

As we alluded to in our recent First 10 Things to Do for the Galaxy Note 8, there are a ton of features baked into this device. That's pretty much always the case for Samsung phones, so ahead of our full reviews that will be posted later this week, we wanted...

September’s Android Security Update (Finally) Goes Live With Factory Images for Nexus, Pixel

Kellen September 13, 2017 26

Google just posted the Android security update for September 2017 and the files are already live for a number of devices, both Pixel and Nexus. So far, we are seeing 8.0.0 files for Pixel and Pixel XL (OPR1.170623.026, OPR3.170623.007), Pixel C (OPR1.170623....

Essential Phone Picks Up Performance Enhancing Update With September Security Patch (Updated)

Kellen September 13, 2017 47

The Essential Phone is picking up a new update today to build NMI64C. This software update is still Android 7.1.1, but it does include the new September security patch from Google, which is something to point out since Google has hardly been able to push this...

Essential Phone Hits Sprint Stores on Thursday

Kellen September 13, 2017 17

Sprint announced this morning that the Essential Phone will arrive in all Sprint stores on Thursday, September 14. That means you'll be able to get your hands on one of the best feeling smartphones I've ever held, but one that is unfortunately filled with...

DEAL: Buy Samsung Gear Fit2 Pro, Get Free U Flex Headphones ($70 Value)

Kellen September 13, 2017 9

Samsung's new Gear Fit2 Pro looks like a hell of a fitness band. From its color touchscreen, GPS, heart rate monitor, and 5ATM water resistance, all at a price of $199.99, I'm not sure I could point you to a better fitness value. After reviewing the original...

Where’s the February Pixel Update?

Kellen February 2, 2026 9

Pixel updates are no longer released on the first Monday of the month, as Google has shifted to a schedule that gives it more...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Specs

Kellen January 30, 2026 9

The Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks with a set of specs, including the camera, battery size, processor, and dimensions. Samsung still...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 29, 2026 9

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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Chrome Gets 5 Wild New Gemini AI Features

Kellen January 28, 2026 9

Google has essentially launched its new vision for Chrome today with an announcement for several new Gemini-powered features...

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Galaxy Z TriFold US Sales Open January 30, Priced at $2,899

Tim January 27, 2026 9

Samsung has confirmed Galaxy Z TriFold availability for the US. The trifold will go on sale starting January 30, priced at $2...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen January 27, 2026 9

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026 9

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to 365 Days

Kellen January 20, 2026 9

When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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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