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Red Dead Redemption Coming to Android on December 2

Tim November 14, 2025 3

On December 2, mobile users will gain access to Red Dead Redemption. Rockstar announced this week that the title is coming to a plethora of platforms, including Netflix, as well as the latest series of consoles. This is a big deal, as RDR is one of those games...

Google Home App Updated With Improved Device Controls, New Automation Editor, and Bug Fixes

Tim November 13, 2025 1

Google is pushing out another update to the Google Home app, labeled as version 4.3. Inside, you'll find a few new features, as well as a list of bug fixes and miscellaneous performance improvements. For features, Google lists improved camera feedback, meaning...

Report: Verizon Cutting 15,000 Jobs

Kellen November 13, 2025 11

Verizon is likely to layoff 15,000 workers, according to a new report. When Verizon's new CEO Dan Schulman took over last month, he talked during their Q3 earnings call about major changes coming to the carrier. Specifically, he referred t0 upcoming changes as...

OnePlus 15 Review: Battery Life Warriors, Your Phone Awaits

Kellen November 13, 2025 21

The OnePlus 15 has arrived in the US as an $899 flagship phone with a new design, new camera system, the latest in Qualcomm chipsets, and a massive battery. Looking at this phone from a distance, it sells itself as a device that might be perfect for just about...

Galaxy Z TriFold Specs Include Snapdragon Chipset, 10-inch Inner Display

Tim November 13, 2025 4

Reported specs are hitting the web for Samsung's under-production trifold device. Said to be called the Galaxy Z TriFold, we have been seeing plenty of speculation surrounding the device, but nothing official yet from Samsung. According to @evleaks, specs for...

Oura Ring App Gets Big Facelift, AI Gets More Access to Your Metrics

Tim November 13, 2025 2

Oura is introducing a redesigned app for its smart ring owners this week, but it goes beyond just a standard facelift. Oura is also opening up its AI, Oura Advisor, to more of your metrics to ensure you're getting the most out of your ring. Moving forward,...

OnePlus 15 Costs $899, But the US Government Shutdown is Delaying It

Kellen November 13, 2025 11

Today is OnePlus 15 launch day, you just can't quite buy one yet. Because of the US government shutdown that ended only hours ago, OnePlus says it is still waiting on the FCC to issue device certifications before they can sell it to you. The phone is ready and...

Google Adding New Sideload Process for Unverified App Installs on Android

Kellen November 12, 2025 7

Back in August, Google announced that it would soon require developers to verify before their apps could be installed on your Android device if you tried to install them outside of Google Play. Another way to look at the situation would be Google blocking you...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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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