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Google Intros Family Link, Offers Control Over Your Kid’s Device Usage

Tim March 15, 2017 24

For anyone who has kids, you may know the struggle that is keeping your children in line with their smart device usage. With tablets and smartphones, kids can access any number of naughty things, but Google's new Family Link would to like to solve potential...

Google May Have Third, Larger Phone in the Works Under Codename “Taimen”

Kellen March 15, 2017 24

Yesterday, a report suggested that Google has codenamed the upcoming 2017 Pixel devices "muskie" and "walleye." Today, I'd like to expand that conversation by tossing out a third device under codename "taimen." The existence of the name and device comes to us...

If You Buy an LG G6, You’ll Get a Free Google Home

Kellen March 15, 2017 24

When the LG G6 goes on sale some time in the next week or two (not fully confirmed on dates yet), LG is going to hand you a free Google Home if you pre-order or buy the phone by April 30. That's a free $129 gift for buying into what we already believe to be...

OnePlus is Releasing a Special Edition 3T That You Have Almost Zero Chance of Buying

Kellen March 15, 2017 24

On March 21, should you happen to be in Paris to get in a little shopping, you may want to stop by Colette to try and snag a special edition of the OnePlus 3T. The "global startup" has partnered with the Paris fashion boutique to offer a OnePlus 3T Colette...

Android Wear 2.0 Now Rolling Out to Fossil Q Marshal, Founder and Wander

Tim March 15, 2017 24

It's super official, Android Wear 2.0 is now rolling out to owners of the Fossil-made Q Marshal, Q Founder, and Q Wander. Yesterday, a tweet went out from Fossil stating this would be the case, but an additional email sent to all relevant press has doubly...

Samsung’s Bixby Name Confirmed, 3D Touch-like Feature Reported to be Included

Tim March 15, 2017 24

More details regarding the upcoming Galaxy S8 from Samsung have hit the web this morning, partially from the company's own website. According to a privacy page linked to on Samsung Italy's website, the name of Samsung's AI digital assistant is indeed Bixby (...

HTC is Teasing Some Mystery Fun for March 20

Kellen March 15, 2017 24

HTC's Taiwan Facebook page posted a teaser late last night that told us to prepare for an "unexpected surprise" on March 20. We aren't sure what exactly that could mean, but an accompanying image with the text "Spring is coming" might give us another clue....

This New Batch of Android Wear Devices is Not Good Enough

Kellen March 14, 2017 24

Let's talk for a minute about Android Wear devices, particularly those that are new and should be feature-packed, checking all of the boxes of a 2017 smartwatch. And why are we doing this? Because as I was putting together all of the details of the TAG Heuer...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 2

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 6

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 2

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 4

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 2

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 18

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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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 24

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025 24

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025 24

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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Google Pixelsnap Qi2 Charger Gets First Ever Discount

Kellen December 16, 2025 24

The Pixel 10 series features a handful of upgrades, but one of the most noteworthy is the introduction of Qi2 and magnets...

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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025 24

The Pixel Watch 4 is a winner of a watch because Google brought a couple of fun upgrades for 2025. However, the Pixel Watch 3...

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Best Buy Kicks Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to $699 ($500 Off)

Kellen December 16, 2025 24

The final days of Xmas shopping are upon us and you may be looking for a last minute deal to finish off a shopping list or to...

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Google Sends Out $200 Credit Towards Pixel 10 Pro, Bringing Price to New Low

Tim December 15, 2025 24

Google is sending out $200 in credit towards the purchase of a Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL to eligible members, which can...

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Verizon Offers $25/Mo for 4 Lines, Free Flagship Phones For Those Who Switch

Tim December 15, 2025 24

Those following carrier news in 2025, you may be aware of Verizon's struggles. Last month, the company's new CEO announced 13...

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