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Galaxy Note 7 Updates Rolling Out to Limit Battery to 60%, Continue to Remind Users of Recall

Kellen November 4, 2016 83

The Galaxy Note 7 has been dead for almost a month now, but Samsung and its partners are still having to take extra measures to make sure every last device in the wild has been returned. One of those measures is through a software update that will limit the...

Google, Sprint Provide RCS Messaging to Android Users Via Messenger App

Tim November 4, 2016 71

Beginning today, Android users on Sprint will be introduced to RCS (Rich Communications Services) messaging, thanks to the efforts of Google and its Messenger application. With the universal RCS profile, which was created by carriers and other companies to...

This “Evolution of Google App Icons” is Lolz and Potentially Sadly True

Kellen November 4, 2016 68

Right? Original to Material to Doritos to Doritos encircled to the future, when Google introduces the Squaring of the Encircling of Triangles API in Android 8.0. Save us all. Via: +CalebWillden

Samsung Appears to be Starting Its Android Nougat Beta Test for the Galaxy S7

Kellen November 4, 2016 36

With the Galaxy Note 7 officially dead along with its expected Android Nougat update, we have been on edge trying to figure out when Samsung would push Android 7.0 to its other 2016 flagships, the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge. According to one of our readers...

Huawei Mate 9 Unveiled, 5.9″ Display and 4,000mAh Battery, Will Hit US Market

Tim November 3, 2016 81

The Mate 9 from Huawei was made official this morning in Germany, bringing an end to the numerous leaks and rumors swirling around. The device, which should see a US launch at some point the future, is very large. Featuring a 5.9" FHD display and Android 7.0 "...

Google Messenger’s Latest Big Update Goes Live for All

Kellen November 3, 2016 176

Not to go off on a rant here, but Google's method for issuing updates to its core apps is a complete disaster. These apps constantly get updates, but does Google ever relay what could be new with them? Almost never. The changelogs rarely update. And when they...

YouTube Creators Can Now Pin Comments, Give Hearts, and Moderate Conversations Better

Tim November 3, 2016 3

If you happen to be a content creator on YouTube, things are changing in the coming weeks that you should take note of. In total, there are six things being added for those in charge of a channel, each of which should benefit not only you, but your community...

Samsung Gear S3 Pre-Orders Begin November 6 for $350, General Availability Starts November 18

Tim November 3, 2016 38

Introduced back in August, the Gear S3 smartwatch from Samsung finally had its US availability announced this morning, with pre-orders set to begin on November 6. For those interested in getting a bit of hands-on time before ordering, general availability is...

Buzzkill: Galaxy S26 Ultra Won’t Have Built-in Magnets

Tim February 5, 2026 38

Leading up to today, the general consensus was that the entire Galaxy S26 lineup would feature built-in magnets, bringing the...

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Google Shows Off Pixel 10a Because It’s Done With Leaks

Kellen February 4, 2026 38

The Pixel 10a will launch February 18, and that's official news from Google. As the leaks continue to pile up, Google has...

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2026 February Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen February 3, 2026 38

Google Pixel February 2026 update now available for download on the Pixel 7a up through the Pixel 10 series. The February...

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Where’s the February Pixel Update?

Kellen February 2, 2026 38

Pixel updates are no longer released on the first Monday of the month, as Google has shifted to a schedule that gives it more...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Specs

Kellen January 30, 2026 38

The Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks with a set of specs, including the camera, battery size, processor, and dimensions. Samsung still...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 29, 2026 38

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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Chrome Gets 5 Wild New Gemini AI Features

Kellen January 28, 2026 38

Google has essentially launched its new vision for Chrome today with an announcement for several new Gemini-powered features...

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Galaxy Z TriFold US Sales Open January 30, Priced at $2,899

Tim January 27, 2026 38

Samsung has confirmed Galaxy Z TriFold availability for the US. The trifold will go on sale starting January 30, priced at $2...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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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