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Andy Rubin’s Essential has Something to Announce on May 30, Likely Their First Phone

Kellen May 25, 2017 38

Ready for Andy Rubin's first phone from his new company, Essential? We'll likely see it on May 30 at Recode's Code Conference. The company Twitter account Tweeted for the first time today, announcing that they are "here to let you know something big is coming...

AccuWeather Introduces Android TV App With “Superior Accuracy”

Kellen May 25, 2017 7

AccuWeather released an Android TV app this morning, an app that aims to provide you with "the most accurate, personalized weather experience available in the world," according to the company's president of digital media. The app is available right now through...

Verizon Software Updates Arrive for S7 Line, S6 Line, Note 5, Priv, Moto Z, and More

Kellen May 25, 2017 23

If you own a top tier smartphone from Verizon that was released within the past two years, there is a good chance you will see an update this week. We're seeing new software for at least 11 devices, though that number could increase before the end of tomorrow....

Change Your Galaxy S8’s On-Screen Buttons to Match the Pixel With This App

Tim May 24, 2017 38

At long last, Galaxy S8 owners can ditch Samsung's on-screen button look, if they so desire. The developers over on XDA have released an APK file that will change the on-screen button look, providing the same button aesthetic you'd find on a Pixel device....

Google Photos Archive Feature Goes Live

Kellen May 24, 2017 43

Google rolled a new Archive tool out to Google Photos today that helps you clean-up your main photo feed. Going forward, you'll be able to toss photos aside that you may not want visible at all times without fully deleting them. The new Archive can be accessed...

Samsung’s New Gear 360 Arrives Tomorrow for $229

Kellen May 24, 2017 9

Samsung's new 360-degree camera, the latest version of the Gear 360 shown off at the Galaxy S8 unveiling, goes on sale tomorrow, May 25 in the US. It's priced at $229, but Samsung will kickoff a promotion first thing in the morning that could get you the...

Karma. Incarnation 1. 2D Point-and-Click Adventure Game Now Available on Android

Tim May 24, 2017 2

Available on a few platforms already, even featuring an Editor's Choice label on Apple's App Store for Macs, Karma. Incarnation 1. is now available for Android devices. Based on a tale of two souls in love, where our hero's beloved is captured by dark spirits...

DEAL: Amazon Echo Dot is $10 Off Today (Updated)

Kellen May 24, 2017 12

These days, I think you can find a good deal on one of Amazon's Echo devices just about every week. This week's deal is on the Amazon Echo Dot, the smaller, put-me-in-every-room-in-your-house speaker assistant that is powered by Alexa. Normally priced at $50,...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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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