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AT&T: The BlackBerry Priv is Really Struggling

Tim June 6, 2016 65

According to an AT&T executive, the BlackBerry Priv isn't doing too hot. Putting it rather blunt, the unnamed exec stated, "The BlackBerry Priv is really struggling," continuing that AT&T is seeing a lot more returns of the device from customers than...

WATCH: Google Shows Off Android Apps in Action on Chromebooks

Kellen June 6, 2016 28

Select Chromebooks are getting Android apps any day now and if you aren't already as excited as me, we (finally) have the video of the announcement event from Google I/O to help get you there. This video, in case you were wondering, is of the mini press event...

DEAL: Nexus 5X is Just $275 Today at eBay ($125 Off)

Kellen June 6, 2016 29

To end last week, the Nexus 6P saw a flurry of discounts from a variety of retailers by as much as $80. If you want a Nexus 6P, hopefully you took advantage. If you missed out on any of those deals, we have a new Nexus-related discount for you today that might...

T-Mobile Uncarrier 11 Includes T-Mobile Tuesdays and Stock Up

Tim June 6, 2016 104

The Uncarrier 11 event just wrapped up, and if you didn't watch, I can sum it up for you pretty quickly. If you are a T-Mobile customer, prepare for free pizza and a Wendy's Frosty dessert. If you aren't a T-Mobile customer, no pizza or Frosty for you! T-...

June’s Android Security Update Kicks Off Today With Factory Images, OTA Files

Kellen June 6, 2016 41

We teased this possibility on Friday, but Google has gone ahead and posted June's security patch for Nexus devices. When we say "posted," that of course means both factory images and OTA .zip files, so you should have no problems updating immediately without...

WATCH: T-Mobile’s Uncarrier 11 Live Stream

Kellen June 6, 2016 6

Ready to see what T-Mobile has in store for the next Uncarrier? You can watch it all right here as Uncarrier 11 unfolds. The event kicks off at 10AM Pacific (1PM Eastern).

OnePlus to Host Pop-Up Shops Featuring OnePlus 3 on June 15

Kellen June 6, 2016 9

On June 14, OnePlus will unveil the OnePlus 3 through a virtual reality portal called The Loop. On that same day, you will be able to order the phone in VR during an exclusive time period before sales open on OnePlus' website. But what if you aren't into...

Verizon’s “Can You Hear Me Now” Guy Now Works for Sprint

Tim June 6, 2016 33

"Can you hear me now?" It was a line that anyone who watched TV in the early part of this century would hear over and over again, thanks to Verizon. The actor in those commercials is Paul Marcarelli, and announced late last night, he has officially switched to...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 65

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 65

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 65

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 65

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 65

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 65

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 65

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 65

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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