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Every Starbucks is Now a PokéStop or Gym, New Frappuccino Flavor to Celebrate

Tim December 8, 2016 22

On the heels of yesterday's announcement that every single Sprint store across the US is now a PokéStop or Gym for Pokémon GO, the same can now be said for every Starbucks. In total, around 7,800 Starbucks locations have been transformed into either Gyms for...

Samsung Intros Galaxy S7 Edge in Black Pearl, Jack Sparrow Approves

Tim December 8, 2016 22

Samsung has a new color for the Galaxy S7 Edge this week, available in select markets beginning tomorrow, December 9. The new color is named Black Pearl, and if I didn't know any better, I'd say it's quite reminiscent of Apple's "Jet Black" for the iPhone 7....

Wave of Daydream VR Apps Hits Google Play: Need for Speed, Gunjack 2, HBO Now and More

Kellen December 8, 2016 22

If you were at all originally concerned that a lack of content would be an issue with Google's Daydream VR platform, hopefully days like today, where Google pushes out a bunch of apps and games in waves will help. We're seeing high-end titles like Gunjack 2:...

Report: NVIDIA May Launch SHIELD Android TV Sequel at CES (Update)

Tim December 7, 2016 22

According to a source of Slash Gear, NVIDIA will unveil a sequel to 2015's SHIELD Android TV set-top box. Said to go by the exact same name, the device will be quite similar to NVIDIA's proven Android TV device, but will feature a few updated internals. As...

Every Sprint Store is Now Either a PokéStop or Gym for Pokémon GO Players

Tim December 7, 2016 22

Sprint stores will be seeing a bit more foot traffic soon, thanks to the announcement that every single Sprint store (and other related retailers), 10,500 in total, is now either a PokéStop or Gym for players of Pokémon GO. To be exact, Sprint, Boost Mobile,...

Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Updated With Rogue One Heroes Pack, Includes K-2SO

Tim December 7, 2016 22

An update for Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes is now available on Google Play, incorporating a Heroes Pack based on the upcoming Star Wars story, Rogue One. In the update, players will find free access to the Rogue One Heroes Pack, which includes K-2SO. For those...

T-Mobile’s New DIGITS is the Latest 1-Number to Rule Them All Idea

Kellen December 7, 2016 22

This morning, T-Mobile took the wraps off its latest technology introduction, DIGITS. The idea here is very much Google Voice meets AT&T's NumberSync in that you get to use a single phone number (your "DIGITS") across multiple devices and have additional...

Alto’s Odyssey, From Makers of Alto’s Adventure, Set to Launch 2017

Tim December 7, 2016 22

If I were to create a list for Best Games of 2016, it may not shock anyone that I would rank Alto's Adventure near the top, if not #1. It's a great game, suited to players of all ages. This morning, the makers behind that fantastic title announced its next...

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

Kellen December 18, 2025 2

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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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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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We’re at the Point Where You Only Buy a Pixel 10 Pro if It’s $300 Off

Kellen December 8, 2025 22

Paying full price for Google's Pixel devices is certainly a thing you could do. If you are the type to buy something on the...

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