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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...

Galaxy S8, S8+ on T-Mobile First to Receive ‘Red Tint’ Update in US

Tim May 2, 2017 26

Samsung and T-Mobile are pushing out the first red tint update to Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ owners in the US, one that should automatically correct a display calibration issue on the device. This issue was first reported when the phone began rolling out...

T-Mobile Announces Plans for Nationwide, True 5G Network

Tim May 2, 2017 97

T-Mobile announced its plan for a true, nationwide 5G network this morning, right on the heels of AT&T firing up its 5G Evolution. In the vlog posted below, John Legere calls out AT&T and 5G Evolution, summing up that its "bullshit." With T-Mobile's...

Deal: Samsung Gear S3 Price Reduced to $299, Frontier and Classic

Tim May 1, 2017 25

The Samsung Gear S3, both the Classic and Frontier, has had its price reduced this week, from $349 to $299. That $299 point is where you'll find it on various online retailers such as B&H, Amazon, Best Buy, and Samsung's own site. I have no personal...

Unlocked Galaxy S7 Edge Nougat Update Available Via Smart Switch (Updated)

Tim May 1, 2017 15

After a noteworthy wait, Nougat is finally available for the unlocked model of the Galaxy S7 Edge (SM-G935U). There's no exact reasoning from Samsung why this update took so long, but hey, at least it's here now. Listed in the changelog, you will find the...

Where’s the February Pixel Update?

Kellen February 2, 2026 15

Pixel updates are no longer released on the first Monday of the month, as Google has shifted to a schedule that gives it more...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Specs

Kellen January 30, 2026 15

The Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks with a set of specs, including the camera, battery size, processor, and dimensions. Samsung still...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 29, 2026 15

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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Chrome Gets 5 Wild New Gemini AI Features

Kellen January 28, 2026 15

Google has essentially launched its new vision for Chrome today with an announcement for several new Gemini-powered features...

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Galaxy Z TriFold US Sales Open January 30, Priced at $2,899

Tim January 27, 2026 15

Samsung has confirmed Galaxy Z TriFold availability for the US. The trifold will go on sale starting January 30, priced at $2...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen January 27, 2026 15

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026 15

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to 365 Days

Kellen January 20, 2026 15

When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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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