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Verizon Adds $50-5GB and $70-10GB Options to Prepaid Lineup

Kellen November 7, 2016 39

Not to be outdone by AT&T's GoPhone prepaid announcements this morning, Verizon has announced two new options to their own lineup. Starting November 13, Verizon prepaid customers will be able to choose from five different plans, two of which include 5GB or...

Android Distribution Updated for November 2016 – Nougat Debuts!

Kellen November 7, 2016 23

After skipping October, Google updated the Android distribution numbers today for November. The latest data collection shows Marshmallow on almost a quarter of all Android devices, plus Nougat debuts in the chart. As for specifics, Nougat is on exactly 0.3%...

Qualcomm Tweets Upcoming OnePlus Device Will Feature Snapdragon 821

Tim November 7, 2016 36

OnePlus has a new device coming soon. If you haven't been following the rumors and reports, it's expected to be called the OnePlus 3T, with launch penciled in for November 14. On Twitter today, Qualcomm confirmed that OnePlus is indeed launching a new device,...

November’s Android Security Update is Rolling Out, Factory Images and OTA Files Live

Kellen November 7, 2016 63

Google is ready to release November's Android security update today and has kicked off the rollout by posting factory images and OTA .zip files. We are seeing both 7.1 and 7.0 files for Pixel and Nexus devices. As of right now, we have Android 7.1.0 files for...

Android Auto App Updated to Provide Standalone Experience

Tim November 7, 2016 52

The Android Auto team announced a major 2.0 update for the platform this morning, one that will offer a standalone experience for users who do not have a large display in their vehicle. With the update, your smartphone will act as the display for the...

AT&T GoPhone Bumps $60 Plan to 8GB Data, $45 Plan to 4GB

Kellen November 7, 2016 59

AT&T GoPhone, a prepaid plan that is without a doubt (and has been) one of the best values in the business, will receive a bump in data on Friday to two of its plans. That data bump, as has been the case for years, did not increase the price, leaving your...

Verizon’s Priv Gets Marshmallow, Moto Z Play and Watch Urbane 2 Also Seeing Updates Today

Kellen November 7, 2016 19

Along with the updates to Google's Pixel and Pixel XL, Verizon is also pushing out updates to the Blackberry Priv, Moto Z Play, and LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE. The Priv update is huge, as it's to Marshmallow, while the other two are just security patches....

Verizon Pixel and Pixel XL Getting Updates With Bluetooth Fixes, Daydream View Improvements

Kellen November 7, 2016 81

According to Verizon, the Pixel and Pixel XL are receiving an update today to build NDE63X. My guess is that this is November's security patch, but Verizon's changelog doesn't necessarily say so. What it does say is to expect a Bluetooth fix, VR improvements,...

Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026 81

We have already seen a few Pixel 10a renders, but as we have gotten closer to a launch day, the quality of said renders has...

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Android 17 Beta is Already Here for Pixel Phones to Test (Updated)

Kellen February 11, 2026 81

After a brief tease yesterday afternoon, Google has gone and done it - Android 17 is already here for Pixel phones. Google...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 81

Google surprised the Android world this afternoon by announcing that Android 17 Beta 1 is arriving "soon." Yeah, Android 17,...

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Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Scheduled for February 25

Tim February 10, 2026 81

Samsung has booked the date at which they will unveil the Galaxy S26 series. February 25 is the day, 10am PT (1pm ET) is the...

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AT&T’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 81

For those looking for the best AT&T unlimited plan, the choices are pretty simple to narrow down, thanks to AT&T only...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 81

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 81

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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YouTube Music Lyrics Feature Now Behind Premium Paywall

Tim February 9, 2026 81

Bad news, non-Premium subscribers who use YouTube Music -- the lyrics tab is officially behind a paywall. The feature, if you...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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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