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Android Distribution Update for June 2016 – Marshmallow Jumps Past 10%!

Kellen June 7, 2016 32

Google updated the Android distribution numbers today for the month of June, showing Marshmallow jumping past the 10% mark for the first time. I'd call that a significant milestone, but when you consider the fact that Marshmallow was introduced at the end of...

Reminder: T-Mobile Tuesdays is Live, But It’s Struggling

Tim June 7, 2016 81

For all of you T-Mobile customers, today is a big day for you! Today is the first Tuesday to kick off T-Mobile's promotion to thank customers, T-Mobile Tuesdays. With this promotion, which was announced during Uncarrier 11, all T-Mobile customers (postpaid and...

Samsung Galaxy S7 Active Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen June 7, 2016 37

The Samsung Galaxy S7 Active and its official self have arrived at the DL offices this week, so that means we will embark on a journey with it in pocket, on runs, and through waves of physical abuse to test its might. It should be an easy device to review,...

HTC Vive Now Ships Between 2-3 Business Days, Demo Locations Expanded

Tim June 7, 2016 14

For those of you who have been waiting to scoop up a HTC Vive VR headset, now might be a decent time. No, it's not on sale (...yet), but instead of going through HTC's awful "pre-order" experience like we had to when it first launched, HTC announced that...

Twitter for Android Gets a New Look With FAB, Swipe-Able Columns

Kellen June 7, 2016 18

Twitter for Android is getting a major update today that introduces a new UI to better align with "the best of Android." That really just means that Twitter is ditching their previously confusing UI for a column-style approach that can be swiped through, a...

Deal: Nextbit Robin Only $299 on Amazon, That’s $100 Off

Tim June 7, 2016 11

For anyone looking to hop into the cloud storage lifestyle, the Nextbit Robin is on sale for $100 off on Amazon, now listed at just $299. Thanks to recent updates, I would argue that the Robin, at $299, is a cool buy. While the specs won't compete with the HTC...

DEAL: Moto 360 Sport Drops to $161 at Amazon

Kellen June 6, 2016 22

The Moto 360 Sport, an active Android Wear smartwatch that Motorola can't seem to give away after only a few months on the market, is now so heavily discounted, it makes me nervous to recommend you pick one up. At just $161 and some change, the Moto 360 Sport...

Poll: Are You a Keyboard Swiper or Pecker?

Tim June 6, 2016 119

Since there is no shortage of options for keyboard apps on Google Play, it seems that no matter who I talk to, everyone is using something different. For me, the standard Google Keyboard works great. I especially love the custom photos I can use to theme it....

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 119

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 119

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 119

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 119

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 119

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 119

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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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 119

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 119

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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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