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Video: A Quick Look at What’s New in Edge Panel on the Galaxy S7 Edge

Tim March 11, 2016 28

During my review of the Galaxy S6 Edge, I turned off the Edge Panel features. Why? Franky, because they sucked. On the Home screen, there was one panel, People Edge, and it wasn't all that great. On the lock screen, there were plenty of tickers to choose from,...

DEAL: Moto X Pure Edition is Just $299 at Best Buy ($100 Off) (Updated: Amazon, Motorola Too)

Kellen March 11, 2016 66

I know that the Android world is really excited about the waive of deals on the Nexus 6P that showed up this morning, but Best Buy has a potentially better deal on the Moto X Pure Edition. For just $299 today ($100 off!), you can grab the newest flagship from...

Samsung Pay Deal Lands You $30 Gift Card for Paying Once

Kellen March 11, 2016 26

With your new Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 Edge, should you happen to have a supported card through Samsung's mobile payment service, consider making a purchase before the end of March. If you do so with Samsung Pay, you'll be gifted a $30 gift card to one of a...

Deal: Nexus 6P for $50 Off, Plus Gift Cards From Numerous Retailers (Updated: $75 Off at Amazon)

Tim March 11, 2016 56

Taking place right now, numerous retailers are marking the Nexus 6P at a $50 discount, and is also throwing in varying goodies in addition to the smartphone. Here are deals we're seeing: At Newegg, when you buy the Nexus 6P, the company are also throwing in a...

The Next Thing Samsung can Follow Apple’s Lead On.

Kellen March 11, 2016 128

Yes, Samsung, as the world's largest smartphone manufacturer, you should be able to release an unlocked version of your flagship phones. Apple does it. Google certainly does it. Hell, even Motorola and HTC are doing it these days. Why aren't you? Seriously,...

Whaaaaaaat: Lil Wayne is Pouring Champagne All Over his Galaxy S7, and Delivering Baby Elephants in VR

Kellen March 11, 2016 49

Hopefully, you enjoy Lil Wayne and champagne, because both are about to be all over your commercial breaks as the stars of Samsung's new line of Galaxy S7 commercials. We first saw Wayne in Samsung's Oscar commercials alongside a bunch of other celebs, but he...

Where to Buy the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge

Kellen March 11, 2016 33

Still haven't decided whether or not to pull the trigger on a Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 Edge? Today is the day that you can officially buy them in stores, so you can finally make a decision after your own personal hands-on time. While a number of you pre-ordered...

Today is Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge Launch Day! Here are 10 Things to Consider Doing

Kellen March 11, 2016 51

The big day is here! If your pre-order is finally arriving or you plan to stop by a store today to pick-up the Galaxy S7 or Galaxy S7 Edge, you may want to check out this video that we posted well over a week ago. In it, we give you 10 things to consider doing...

January 2026 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen January 12, 2026 51

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 51

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 51

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 51

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 51

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 51

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 51

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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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025 51

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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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