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Report: Google Took Away Big Chunk of Market Share From Samsung

Tim November 3, 2025 15

Over the past few years, specifically with the launch of the Pixel 7 series it would appear, Google has been chipping away at Samsung's US smartphone marketshare. According to a recent study from Counterpoint Research that looked at carrier-specific data, in...

OnePlus Gaming Technology, What Makes OnePlus 15 So Good for Gaming

Tim November 3, 2025 2

OnePlus is detailing why OnePlus 15 is so good for gaming on Android. It's thanks to the newly announced OnePlus Gaming Technology, a combination of hardware, software, and optimizations made by the company. It enables things like 165fps support,...

Galaxy AI Gains Support for Filipino and Gujarati

Tim November 3, 2025 2

Samsung recently added support for two new languages in Galaxy AI, bringing its total number of supported languages to 22. The newly supported languages are Filipino and Gujarati. Samsung says that the Gujarati and Filipino languages were developed in close...

No Deal Yet Reached Between YouTube TV and Disney

Tim November 3, 2025 35

It was a bad weekend for sports fans who subscribe to YouTube TV. Due to a dispute with Disney, many channels were unavailable over the weekend, including ESPN, SEC Network, and ACC Network. In a statement that went out late last week, YouTube TV says that, "...

Google Kicks $300 Off Pixel 10 Pro XL

Kellen November 3, 2025 10

Whenever Google launches new Pixel phones, we often joke (or complain) about the fact that they release at full price and then almost immediately see large discounts around the holiday season. The weight of our eyerolls has softened some in recent years with...

There’s a Fresh Build of Nova Launcher Available

Tim October 31, 2025 19

Back in September, news broke that Nova Launcher's original founder and developer was asked to step away from the app and cease activities related to open sourcing the app. This news didn't sit well with the Android community. While work on that is still...

DEAL: Galaxy S25 Ultra for $599 With Free Doubled Storage ($820 Off)

Tim October 31, 2025 5

Samsung continues its push to make all Android users Galaxy users, offering enticing deals to get buyers to either upgrade or make the switch. Currently, the company is offering free upgraded storage, as well as enabling enhanced trade-in values to make that...

More Galaxy Phones Treated to October Security Patch (Update: More Phones)

Tim October 31, 2025 1

Little kids shouldn't be the only one who get to enjoy Halloween. Select Galaxy owners are getting a treat of their own in the form of the October security patch. If you own a Galaxy S24 model, S25 FE, Z Fold 5 or Z Flip 5, be on the lookout for a new update...

Google Added 9 Sweet New Features to Your Pixel in Big Update

Kellen December 2, 2025 1

Following the release of several beta builds over a number of months, Google released Android 16 QPR2 today in stable as the...

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December 2025 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen December 2, 2025 1

Google released the December Pixel update today that also happens to be Android 16 QPR2, which we've all been testing for...

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Samsung Makes Galaxy Z TriFold Official, US Launch Set for Early 2026

Tim December 1, 2025 1

Samsung is doing it, folks. After a recent leak that detailed the name, Samsung has gone ahead and made it all official:...

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Android XR Event Scheduled for December 8

Tim December 1, 2025 1

Google has set the date for a new Android XR event, likely where the company will unveil either its own eyewear or possibly a...

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You Can Now Force Gemini Upgrade on Google Smart Speakers

Tim December 1, 2025 1

If you're like me, you have been patiently waiting for Google to push the Gemini upgrade to your compatible Google Home...

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Samsung Wipes 53% Off Galaxy Z Fold 7 With Free Upgrades

Kellen November 29, 2025 1

All of the Black Friday deals are established and available through the weekend, so if you've hesitated on picking up...

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Samsung Kicks $940 Off Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen November 28, 2025 1

To keep the Black Friday fun rolling, Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is seeing low prices that we haven't seen in months and you...

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T-Mobile is Giving Out Free DoorDash DashPass Again

Kellen November 26, 2025 1

T-Mobile's free DashPass for DoorDash has returned in time for the holidays in case you missed it earlier this year. You can...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 15

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 15

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 15

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 15

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 15

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 15

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 15

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 15

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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