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Super Mario Run Available for Download on Google Play (Updated)

Tim March 22, 2017 48

It's a day before Super Mario Run is supposed to be available for Android devices, so just in case it's an error, go grab it now! Play Link Update: We have officially taken the game for a spin! From what we now know, the full game costs $9.99, but does come...

Google to Streamline Android Security Update Platform Further, Only About 50% of Devices Get Patches

Kellen March 22, 2017 27

Google released its 2016 Android security report today, highlighting the progress they have made over the past couple of years in terms of protecting you and I from Potentially Harmful Apps (PHA) and also getting our phones up-to-date with the latest security...

Video: Huawei P10 Unboxing and Hands-On

Tim March 22, 2017 28

While the Huawei P10 won't be hitting the US any time soon that we know of, we still wanted to get our hands on one. With its 5.1" display, smooth metallic body and high-end specs, who could resist? Announced during MWC last month, the P10 is already available...

Google’s Allo Gets File Sharing, While Duo Gets Audio Calling

Kellen March 22, 2017 36

Today in Brazil, Google held an event where they made a handful of announcements surrounding some of their newest and/or most popular products. Two that fall in the "newest" category that are receiving updates are Allo and Duo, the communications tandem that...

OnePlus Announces OnePlus 3T Midnight Black, Available in Limited Quantities March 24 at Hypebeast

Kellen March 22, 2017 23

OnePlus is following up its special edition Colette Edition of the OnePlus 3T by releasing another all-black version here in the US. Sold exclusively at Hypebeast's online store on March 24 at noon Eastern, only 250 units will be available. What's special...

Samsung Hyping Galaxy S8 Bigly, Launches Unpacked 2017 App

Tim March 22, 2017 40

Samsung is sparing no expense for the Galaxy S8 announcement, launching an Unpacked 2017 app for both Android and iOS. The app will likely be your one-stop shop for all things Galaxy S8 come March 29. The app will grant access to Samsung's livestream the...

Google Maps Adds Real-Time Location Sharing, Including Trip Progress

Kellen March 22, 2017 61

Google Maps is getting a pretty awesome new feature on Android, iOS, and the web. How would you like to share your location with friends, family, or colleagues you are meeting up with? What if you could share the progress of a trip on any platform? It's coming...

Amazon Alexa Now Rolling Out to Huawei Mate 9

Tim March 22, 2017 11

At CES this year, Huawei held a press conference, announcing that Amazon's digital assistant, Alexa, would come to the Mate 9 via an OTA update. Today, that update is rolling out to all Mate 9 owners in the US. With Alexa on the Mate 9, users can essentially...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 11

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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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