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Report: Galaxy S8 Fingerprint Reader on Backside Because Time Ran Out… ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Tim March 13, 2017 100

You've probably heard a few tech bloggers complain about the probable placement of the Galaxy S8's fingerprint reader -- It's supposedly on the backside, next to the camera. Even I have already complained about this, but no amount of complaining and logical...

Here is the Galaxy S8’s Home Screen Setup With Launcher and Icons

Kellen March 13, 2017 100

I don't know about you guys, but I can only take so many more blurry cam shots of the front of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+. While I'm all for a good leak or three, what I really want to see is the software or something unique about these new phones...

Levi’s Denim Jacket With Jacquard Tech Available This Fall, Priced at $350

Tim March 13, 2017 100

Last Google I/O, the Google ATAP team announced a partnership with Levi's to bring Project Jacquard technology to a denim jacket. This past weekend at SXSW, it was announced that Levi's Commuter denim jacket with the Jacquard tech will be available this fall,...

HTC Sense Companion App Now Available

Kellen March 13, 2017 100

When HTC first introduced the U Ultra, then talked a lot about the phone's AI smarts. The U Ultra was supposed to include an assistant of sorts, called HTC Sense Companion, that could help you throughout a day and potentially learn from you the more you use...

Contest: Enter the DL Bracket Challenge 2017, Win an NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro and $100!

Kellen March 13, 2017 100

Now that the brackets have been set and the NCAA men's basketball tournament for 2017 is ready to kick off, we're back with another DL Bracket Challenge! This is our 8th year doing the challenge, if you can believe that. We're officially an old tech site, I...

Another Day, Another Look at the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+

Tim March 13, 2017 100

It's beginning to seem that each time we come back from a weekend, another Galaxy S8 leak has taken place. If this trend continues up to March 29, there may be nothing left for Samsung to unveil. Anyway, in the latest photo posted to Weibo, we see the Galaxy...

New TAG Heuer Connected Watch Will be Announced Tomorrow

Kellen March 13, 2017 100

The new TAG Heuer Connected Android Wear watch(es) will be unveiled tomorrow through a livestream on YouTube. The company announced its plans on Twitter under the hashtag #connectedtoeternity and without any other mention of what to expect. Thankfully, TAG...

Google Carrier Services Update Showed Up Today – What is It?

Kellen March 13, 2017 100

Let me guess, you got an update to Carrier Services on your Android phone today? You are not alone! Our Twitter feed and inbox are pretty filled up with a whole bunch of confused people. What is Carrier Services? Is this a CIA spy tool? What's with the 2009...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 1

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 100

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 100

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 100

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 100

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 100

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 100

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 100

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 100

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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