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DEAL: Galaxy Tab S9 FE With Upgraded RAM Only $79 for Those Who Qualify

Tim November 6, 2024 5

We try to mention it whenever possible, but for anyone who qualifies for Samsung's education/first responder/military/etc. discounts program, now is your chance to score a new Galaxy Tab S9 FE with upgraded RAM and storage for as little as $79. To get this...

November 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen November 6, 2024 13

Following up the massive Android 15 update from last month for all of Google's still-supported Pixel devices, we have the November Pixel update rolling out with the latest Android security patches. As for which devices are getting the November Pixel update, it...

Nothing Releases Nothing OS 3.0 (Android) Beta for Nothing Phone 2

Kellen November 6, 2024 2

Owners of the Nothing Phone (2) can get in on some beta action this week through the release of Nothing OS 3.0 Open Beta 1. This is Android 15 and brings with it a number of changes, quite possibility some of the biggest changes Nothing OS has seen since...

November Security Patch Rollout Continues for Galaxy Devices

Tim November 6, 2024 1

Alongside the Pixel patch rollout, Samsung continues its November security update push as well, with Verizon detailing the update for a few more devices. The two phones we're seeing the update for are the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4. If you own either...

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra - Best Deal - Black Friday

Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10+, S10 Ultra at Least $300 Off With ANY Trade

Kellen November 6, 2024 1

We are starting to see the early Black Friday deals pick-up some steam in this first week of November, with Samsung taking a lead in pushing out some very good ones. Today's top deal might be on the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and Galaxy Tab S10+, with instant $3o0...

Verizon Details November Security Patch for Pixel Phones

Tim November 5, 2024 6

Verizon seems to be a tad early, detailing the November security patch for Pixel phones slightly ahead of Google. On its website where it lists software updates for phones on its network, the carrier shows that the latest security patch for each Pixel phone...

New Marvel SNAP Season Intros 6 Cards, Return of Deadpool’s Diner

Tim November 5, 2024 1

A new season of Marvel SNAP has launched, bringing with it six new cards, two new locations, plus the return of Deadpool's Diner. Titled War of the Nine Realms, the season focuses heavily on Asgard's heroes and villains, with characters such as Surtur,...

Google’s Early Pixel 9 Sales Off to Hot Start It Seems

Kellen November 5, 2024 2

With each year's Pixel launch, we find ourselves sitting back and waiting for sales numbers to roll in and tell us if Google finally has a hit on its hands or if their devices remain a niche option for enthusiasts. It's not that we're wondering if Google will...

Chrome Gets 5 Wild New Gemini AI Features

Kellen January 28, 2026 2

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 2

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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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen January 27, 2026 2

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026 2

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to 365 Days

Kellen January 20, 2026 2

When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which...

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Samsung Makes New Bixby Official in One UI 8.5 With Perplexity AI

Kellen January 20, 2026 2

The betas of One UI 8.5, as well as supposedly leaked screenshots, showed a potentially renewed investment in Bixby from...

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How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 2

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 2

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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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