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Instagram Brings Boomerang, Mentions, and ‘See More’ Links to Stories

Tim November 10, 2016 4

Instagram introduced three new features for Stories today, bringing more interaction with those who follow you, as well as support for shooting Boomerang clips while inside a Story. With the coming update, those who are shooting a Story can choose between a...

Verizon Currently Running BOGO 50% Off Promo, Includes Pixel Phones

Kellen November 10, 2016 68

Looking for a good deal on a multi-phone purchase? Verizon is currently running a "buy one, get one 50% off" promo for its top Android phones. The list of devices includes Google's Pixel and Pixel XL, Samsung's Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge, and the LG V20. To get the...

DEAL: Nextbit Robin 57% Off, Down to $169 on Amazon

Tim November 10, 2016 16

Over the past few months, the Robin from Nextbit has seen itself on sale many times through Amazon, but today might be its lowest price to date. At 57% off, the total price for a new Robin is only $169, which is a great price for any smartphone. For a ...

DEAL: US Unlocked Galaxy S7 is $120 Off, Includes Free $60 Fast Wireless Charger

Kellen November 10, 2016 39

Best Buy is currently hosting a really good deal on the US unlocked Galaxy S7 (and S7 Edge). These are the phones that Samsung pushed out shortly after launch with connectivity on all major carriers, including Verizon. The phones weren't cheap, though, so I...

Google Daydream View Review

Kellen November 10, 2016 73

It's November 10 and Google's Daydream View headset is now available for purchase. I've been able to spend most of the past week with one to familiarize myself with the virtual reality headset and take in some content, like games and other experiences. As of...

This is My Android: November 2016

Kellen November 9, 2016 101

Now that all of the major phones for 2016 have been released and are available for all to purchase, it seemed like the perfect time to catch up with another "This is My Android" segment. We tend to post these videos when things have calmed and we have had a...

Samsung Galaxy Beta Program Nougat Update Sign-Up is Live!

Kellen November 9, 2016 128

It's November 9, so that means Samsung has launched its Nougat beta for the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge. We have been checking to see if or when the update would go live and appears that for now, sign-up for the program is at least live. Well, it's live for...

Adobe Lightroom for Android Update Adds Raw File Importing, Editing

Kellen November 9, 2016 5

Today, Adobe pushed an update to Lightroom on Android, bringing with it raw image support while on mobile. That means importing directly from your camera, editing, sharing, etc. in a way you would from your computer. In order to get your raw files over to...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 5

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 5

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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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