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You Can Buy the OnePlus 5 Right Now, Starts at $479

Tim June 20, 2017 49

The OnePlus 5 has just gone live on the OnePlus store, available for a limited time via an "Early Drop." To take advantage of this, you'll need a code. The code is "Clearer Photos." If you aren't quick enough, general availability of the OnePlus 5 begins June...

OnePlus 5 Specs (Official)

Kellen June 20, 2017 60

The OnePlus 5 has now been officially revealed and so we now have the official OnePlus 5 specs list too. It's pretty loaded, that's for sure, but that means it has a price tag to match. You are looking at a true flagship level phone here, even if it does look...

DEAL: Grab a Case for Your Pixel at 50% Off on Google Store

Tim June 20, 2017 8

For what we only assume is a limited time, cases for the Pixel and Pixel XL are available at discounted pricing on the Google Store. There are two styles available at the discounted pricing, the standard clear case and the colored case. You can get either for...

Watch Live: OnePlus 5 Unveiling!

Kellen June 20, 2017 21

Today's the day for the new OnePlus phone to become official. The popular phone microbrand will show off the OnePlus 5 fully for the first time, give us an official spec list, tell us when exactly we'll be able to buy one, and also attempt to justify why they...

Pokémon GO Getting Raid Battles and Overhauled Gym System

Tim June 19, 2017 10

A massive update is soon headed out to Pokémon GO, one that introduces Raid Battles and completely overhauls the Gym system. To explain the changes, let's quickly go over how Gyms acted up to this point. A player goes to an unclaimed Gym, throws in their...

Start a Duo Video Call From Right Inside Allo, Thanks to Update

Tim June 19, 2017 32

Allo and Duo were announced alongside each other at last year's Google I/O, but surprisingly, there wasn't much integration between the two. Thanks to an Allo update rolling out this week, users of the services can now begin a Duo video call from right inside...

DEAL: 3-Pack Luma WiFi System Just $236 ($112 Off), Google WiFi $29 Off

Kellen June 19, 2017 9

If you happened to jump on the first wave of mesh WiFi systems that released over the past couple of years, you (like me) probably won't like the fact that the same systems can now be purchased at a fraction of the price you paid. If you have held out on...

AccuWeather Update Brings 7-Day Allergy Forecast, Dark Theme for Maps

Tim June 19, 2017 9

An update for the AccuWeather app on Android is rolling out this week, available to all users. Inside, there are two new features, as well as bug fixing. For the features, AccuWeather now includes a 7-day forecast for allergies, perfect for anyone who needs to...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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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