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

Tim December 7, 2016 25

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...

Project Fi Has Holiday Gifts for Customers

Tim December 7, 2016 23

Project Fi is in the gift-giving mood this holiday season, treating customers to surprises each week leading up to New Years. This week, as mentioned to us from a few reader emails, Project Fi is handing out $10 Google Play gift codes for use on apps or...

OnePlus 3T Review

Kellen December 7, 2016 35

The OnePlus 3T has been in house for a good week or so now and it's bringing back very similar vibes to the OnePlus 3, which makes sense since they are both so similar. Those are good vibes, by the way, as the original OnePlus 3 was already one of our favorite...

Pebble is Officially Joining Fitbit and There is a Lot to Take In, Pebble Owners

Kellen December 7, 2016 24

Last week, word snuck out suggesting that Pebble was joining Fitbit for around $40 million. While we don't have official numbers just yet, the acquisition is indeed official and Pebble will shutdown as some of their team members and technology make their way...

Chrome 55 Update for Android Brings Easy Downloads of Webpages for Offline Reading

Tim December 7, 2016 9

An update for the Chrome app (not the Beta and not the Dev app) is rolling out, labeled as version 55. Inside, users will be treated to four key changes: Easier downloading of music, videos and full web pages for offline viewing, downloads sharing within...

Incipio Vehicle Dock and 3150mAh Mophie Juice Pack Moto Mods Now Available

Kellen December 6, 2016 55

Two new Moto Mods hit Motorola's online shop today, the Incipio Vehicle Dock and the Mophie Juice Pack with 3150mAh battery. Each Mod works with the Moto Z line of phones, including the Moto Z, Moto Z Force, and Moto Z Play. We were told last week to expect...

Simple Bank Users, Samsung Pay and Android Pay Support Could be Coming Soon (Updated)

Tim December 6, 2016 26

For anyone who uses Simple as their bank, I have a theory for you and it all leads to very good things. According to emails being sent out to users, Simple is finally making the switch over to BBVA Compass, whom they actually joined back in 2014. Due to this...

Tuesday Poll: Does Your Smartphone Need a Headphone Jack?

Tim December 6, 2016 205

Here's a simple Yes or No question for you. Does your smartphone need a headphone jack? With news surfacing that Samsung may soon be ditching the 3.5mm headphone jack in favor of USB Type-C and all that courage bullsh*t, it's time we discover just how...

Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 205

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 205

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 205

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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Pixel Watch 4 Updates Bring New Gestures, Smarter Smart Replies

Kellen December 9, 2025 205

The Pixel Watch 4 is seeing its own little Feature Drop this morning with a handful of new features. Google is adding a...

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Google Sends First Big Update to Android XR and Galaxy XR With PC Connect, More

Kellen December 8, 2025 205

Google finished hosting the latest in "The Android Show" today and the topic at hand was Android XR. We knew this show was...

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Samsung Launches One UI 8.5 Beta on Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 8, 2025 205

The signs suggesting that Samsung was about to release One UI 8.5 in some form were there, like this massive changelog and a...

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Samsung Pulls Out Galaxy S25 Ultra Deal I’ve Never Seen Before

Kellen December 7, 2025 205

Even with last weekend well behind us, there are still Cyber Week deals to be had through places like Samsung. They appear to...

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

Kellen December 2, 2025 205

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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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