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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...

More Reported Galaxy S8 Details: Samsung to Ditch Home Button, Not Going With 4K Display

Tim December 6, 2016 205

In the latest news concerning the Galaxy S8, the folks at SamMobile offer more details, this time regarding Samsung's plan for the device's display and the home button. While none of this is official from Samsung, SamMobile has had pretty reliable sources in...

Totes Official: Google Play Selling UHD Movies, Over 125 Titles to Choose From

Tim December 6, 2016 205

Back in mid-November, UHD titles on Google Play began rolling out, but at last, Google has made the move official. Back when titles were slowing hitting Google Play, we could only find a handful of films offered in UHD, but now, Google states there are more...

Google App Update Breaks Google Now Into Two Feeds

Kellen December 6, 2016 205

The Google App is receiving an update this week that breaks Google Now into two separate feeds of information. One of the feeds will keep you up to date on your subscribed-to news, sports, and entertainment, while the other will be used to help you stay on...

Report: Samsung Has Courage, Galaxy S8 Won’t Feature Headphone Jack

Tim December 6, 2016 205

According to a report from SamMobile, Samsung will officially ditch the 3.5mm headphone jack on the upcoming Galaxy S8. While this move may shock and worry some, the move is not seen as totally unexpected, given Apple and other Android OEMs have eliminated the...

Instagram Introduces More Controls to Help People Stay Safe

Kellen December 6, 2016 205

The internet and the apps that utilize it are filled with sh*theads. I think 2016 has confirmed that more than ever. Basement dwellers everywhere sure seem to feel extra empowered these days and are the ultimate keyboard warriors, often taking their hatred and...

Unlocked HTC One M9 Gets Nougat Update Tonight

Kellen December 5, 2016 205

HTC announced this afternoon on Twitter that the One M9, last year's flagship phone from the VR company, will receive an update to Nougat as early as tonight. Only the unlocked model is getting the love at this time, though. HTC also noted that carrier models...

AT&T Takes 5G Trials From the Lab to the Field

Tim December 5, 2016 205

AT&T announced its first 5G business customer trial this week, the first of its kind, according to the company. Located at one of Intel's Austin offices, AT&T, in cooperation with Intel and Ericsson, is utilizing millimeter wave (mmWave) technology to...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025

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 5

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 205

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 205

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 205

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 205

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 205

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 205

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 205

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 205

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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