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Weekly Recap: Galaxy Note 8 Has an Unveiling Date!

Tim July 21, 2017 5

Another week draws to a close, but it wasn't without its share of excitement. This week, we learned the confirmed date for the Galaxy Note 8's unveiling, August 23, but we also posted up our video review of the Moto Z2 Play. Is it the new battery king like...

Report: Razer Working on Smartphone for Hardcore Gamers

Tim July 21, 2017 29

It was announced in January of this year that Nextbit, makers of the cloud-centric Robin phone, would join Razer as an independent mobile division. In a related report published by Bloomberg on July 12, it is reported that Razer is indeed working to create a...

T-Mobile Galaxy Note 5 Updated With July Security Patch

Tim July 21, 2017 4

The Galaxy Note 5 on T-Mobile is being updated to version N920TUVS4EQG1, equipped with the July security patch. Not only is the security getting upgraded, but system improvements and stability improvements are also listed. The underlying Android build isn't...

Verizon Admits to Throttling Netflix, Says It Was Just Testing Optimizations

Tim July 21, 2017 132

A story that took place earlier this week just blew right open, with Verizon admitting that it has been tampering with video streaming performance of select applications, with the majority of worry being voiced by users of Netflix. As it has played out, users...

DEAL: Best Buy Hosting Black Friday in July Promo, Save $290 on Pixel Phones and Much More

Tim July 21, 2017 14

Best Buy is hosting a Black Friday in July event, with deals taking place all over its site. For us, the Android nerds, you'll find savings on a Pixel or Pixel XL through Verizon, with the max savings listed at $290. As detailed on Best Buy, you can grab a...

New Galaxy Note 8 Renders Provide Detailed Look

Tim July 21, 2017 70

Samsung made the unveiling date for the Galaxy Note 8 official just yesterday (August 23), so it only seems customary that we get our best look yet at the upcoming device via a 3rd-party. The above renders you are seeing originate from smartphone case maker...

Andy Rubin Says Essential Phone Now Arriving in a “Few Weeks”

Kellen July 21, 2017 36

It has been quiet on the Essential Phone front in recent weeks, but Andy Rubin just pinged those of us who put our name down for a reservation to tell us that we're getting there. Well, specifically he said that the phone is "now going through certification...

DEAL: Best Buy and Samsung Hosting $300-Off Galaxy S8 and S8+ Deals to Launch Coral Blue

Kellen July 21, 2017 39

July 21 is here and that means both Best Buy and Samsung are hosting mega discounts on the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ to celebrate the launch of the Coral Blue version in the US. Both are offering up at least $150 off, but you'll also find carrier models...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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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