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Google Reportedly Cancels Pixel Tablet 2

Kellen November 21, 2024 13

The thought of a Pixel Tablet 2 arriving in the near future isn't one I've had often, if I'm being honest. The return to the tablet world by Google with the Pixel Tablet didn't exactly win me over, as the device lacked important specs, struggled to fulfill its...

DOJ Wants Chrome Separated From Google, Threatens Android Too

Kellen November 21, 2024 26

We are continuing to follow the ongoing battle between the Department of Justice and Google after a judge decided that Google is a monopolist in how it distributes Google Search. In October, the DOJ filed a broad outline for proposals it thought a judge should...

OnePlus Black Friday Deals: OnePlus 12 at $250 Off is an Incredible Price

Kellen November 21, 2024 2

With such a late Black Friday this year, most brands and retailers opened up their deals today to give them a full week+ of play. OnePlus is one of those brands that went live and they are offering pretty incredible prices on their phones and earbuds and...

Google Store Black Friday Deals: Pixel Watch 3 Now Starts at $279 ($70 Off)

Tim November 21, 2024 6

We have been waiting patiently for Google to make its Black Friday deals live, after the company announced what the deals would be earlier this month. Real quick, that was kinda rude, Google. With that said, the deals are now live, with decent savings on the...

Pixel 9’s Awesome New Setup Process is Coming to Other Android Phones

Kellen November 20, 2024 1

When you setup a new phone, that process isn't something you are likely to think about ever again because you (hopefully) only have to make your way through it a single time. The thing is, that one time through shouldn't bring anxiety to new levels or make you...

DEAL: Ditch Your Old Galaxy Watch, Get $410 Off the Galaxy Watch Ultra

Kellen November 20, 2024 14

The Samsung Black Friday deals are really starting to ramp up before we hit the official shopping weekend, and that means top discounts on some of their best devices. The Galaxy Watch Ultra is one of those, at least in my opinion, since it surprisingly won me...

Your 2024 YouTube Music Recap is Inbound

Tim November 20, 2024 5

Upon opening YouTube Music this morning to jam out to my moody PNW alternative emo rock, I was greeted by my 2024 Recap. I suppose it's already that time of year. These recaps highlight what should be your favorite tracks of 2024, along with other observations...

AT&T’s New Unlimited Level Up Plan is for Folks With Bad Credit Scores Who Want Good Phones

Kellen November 20, 2024 4

AT&T announced a new plan this week that is specifically geared towards those who might have credit issues, yet still want the chance to own the best devices through financing, on non-prepaid plans. It's certainly an interesting idea, so here's what you...

Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 4

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025 4

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025 4

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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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