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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 58

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 25

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 36

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 16

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 5

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 16

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 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...

Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5 Reasons to Buy Samsung’s Newest Flagship

Tim February 26, 2026 25

We have the brand new Galaxy S26 Ultra from Samsung now up for pre-order. It's quite the looker, featuring a slightly updated...

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Android 17 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Devices!

Tim February 26, 2026 25

Android 17 Beta 2 has been released for Pixel devices. You'll find support for the build all the way back to the Pixel 6...

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There is a Free Double Storage Galaxy S26 Ultra Deal, Plus You Get a $200 Gift Card

Kellen February 26, 2026 25

Samsung is going softer than usual with its Galaxy S26 launch deals and it's kind of bumming me out. Where's the double...

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Samsung Quickly Smacking $700 Off Galaxy S26+

Kellen February 26, 2026 25

With the dust settled from yesterday's Unpacked event, we're still looking for the best Galaxy S26 deals to be had. We know...

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Samsung Quickly Slaps $500 Off Galaxy S26

Kellen February 25, 2026 25

The best Galaxy S26 deal is a quick $500 off from Samsung, thanks to a wide range of trade-in devices worth that much. Buying...

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Galaxy S26 Series Made Official, Starts at $899

Tim February 25, 2026 25

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is now official, and for those who have been following Galaxy news for the past few months, the...

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The Nothing Phone 4a Comes in Pink

Kellen February 25, 2026 25

Earlier in the week, Nothing showed off its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a in a pretty typical mostly-white colorway. The phone...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Crazy New Privacy Display Feature

Kellen February 23, 2026 25

We showed you earlier that someone was able to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra super early by paying an enormous sum of money in Dubai...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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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