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AT&T Galaxy S7 Active Getting Nougat Update Today

Kellen March 7, 2017 11

We're only a couple of weeks removed from the Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge at AT&T receiving updates to Android Nougat and now the Galaxy S7 Active is getting in on the action. As you'll see in the screenshot below, the update is live and weighs in at a...

Google Play Turns 5, Here’s a Few Top 5 Lists to Celebrate

Tim March 6, 2017 11

It really only seems like yesterday when Google announced that Android Market was turning into Google Play. I specifically recall many criticizing the change, but now here we are, five years later and Google Play is celebrating its fifth birthday. In a blog...

DEAL: Moto 360 (2nd Gen, Refurbished) Just $179.99 at eBay in Multiple Colors, Sizes

Kellen March 6, 2017 11

Should Android Wear 2.0 have you excited to finally dive into Google's wearable platform, you may want to peak over at eBay today, where you can find a deal on the Moto 360 (2nd gen) for as little as $179.99. That's a solid $120 discount. The watches they are...

Your LG G4 or V10 Could See the Android Nougat Update in a Few Months

Kellen March 6, 2017 11

Over the weekend, LG's official social news blog revealed the company's plans surrounding the G4 and V10 Android Nougat updates. The post makes it sound like they weren't initially sure that they would provide the update, but have now decided to move forward...

HTC U Ultra Unboxing!

Kellen March 6, 2017 11

The HTC U Ultra is supposed to arrive with the next week or so as an unlocked phone sold through HTC's site. HTC hasn't exactly shared the specific date with us, but has said that mid-March is the launch time frame. Since that could mean an arrival within a...

Report: Galaxy S8 Launch Now Scheduled for April 28, Week Later Than Expected

Tim March 6, 2017 11

Samsung's unveiling for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ is still scheduled for March 29, but according to new intel from VentureBeat, the global launch for both devices has been pushed back a week. It was previously thought that both devices would launch April...

March’s Android Security Update Goes Live With Factory Images for Nexus, Pixel

Kellen March 6, 2017 11

Google just posted the Android security update for March 2017 and the files are already live for a number of devices. We were expecting this in part because of Verizon's early acknowledgement of the update, but also because it's the first Monday of the month....

Lightroom Mobile Updated With Raw HDR Capture, Supports Only Pixel and Galaxy S7 Devices For Now

Tim March 6, 2017 11

Announced today, the Lightroom app from Android now features a raw HDR capture mode, bringing the power of a DSLR or mirrorless camera right to your smartphone. This HDR mode is a bit more comprehensive then what we've seen on Android up to this point....

What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 4

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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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025 6

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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