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Android Distribution Updated for May 2017: Nougat Rockets to Over 7%

Tim May 2, 2017 25

The Android distribution numbers have been updated for May, 2017, and wouldn't you know it, Nougat has seen a massive increase in usage. By massive, I mean a solid 2.2%. Huge. Now at 7.1%, up from last month's 4.9%, Nougat really seems to be rolling out well,...

NVIDIA Opens SHIELD Preview Program, Get Software Before It’s Made Public (Updated)

Tim May 2, 2017 14

NVIDIA has opened up the SHIELD Preview Program, available to current SHIELD TV and SHIELD Tablet owners. With it, you can gain access to Experience Upgrade software before it is made public and can then share feedback directly with NVIDIA. To sign up, all...

Bixby Voice Available in Korea, Could be on Its Way to US Soon

Tim May 2, 2017 20

According to Korean media, Samsung is rolling out a completed version of Bixby to owners of the Galaxy S8, one that has Voice features enabled. As you may know, the current version of Bixby in the US is very underwhelming, not nearly complete when compared to...

Honor 6X Receiving Nougat and EMUI 5.0 Update Starting Today

Tim May 2, 2017 10

A big time update for the Honor 6X is rolling out starting today, one that will bring the device up to Nougat with EMUI 5.0. Inside the update, you'll find the typical Nougat features - multi-window support, better notifications, instant replies, an enhanced...

Google Home Adds Support for Additional Smart Home Products

Tim May 2, 2017 24

The Google Home supported partners and services page is listing official support for additional smart home product makers today, including iHome, Emberlight, and Leviton. We're not personally familiar with the products from the below listed makers, but...

Verizon LG V20 Updated With April’s Android Security Patch

Tim May 2, 2017 16

An update is headed out to the LG V20 on Verizon, bringing it up to the April 1, 2017 Android security patch level. Once updated, your V20's software version should be labeled as VS99514B. Weighing in at 763.5MB, it's entirely possible there are a few bug...

Facebook Messenger Rolls Out Instant Games to Users Worldwide

Tim May 2, 2017 8

Instant Games for Facebook Messenger is beginning to rollout worldwide, bringing plenty of gaming action to you and your friends. With the update, you can find turn-based games, leaderboards, and even tournaments to play in. Detailed back at F8, Instant Games...

DEAL: Moto G4 Plus 64GB/4GB RAM Model for $199, That’s $100 Off

Tim May 2, 2017 17

Another deal concerning the Moto G4 Plus is live on B&H Photo, this time for $100 off the original $299 price. With the savings, the grand total is marked at $199, which is a heckuva deal for the G4 Plus. Do note, this is the 64GB with 4GB RAM model, not...

How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 17

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 17

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 17

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 17

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 17

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 17

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 17

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 17

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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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