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HTC Hosting Virtual Event on October 20 to Announce Marshmallow-Powered ‘One’ Device

Tim September 29, 2015 56

As soon as Google's morning event wrapped up, an email hit our inbox, claiming HTC is going to unwrap a brand new, Marshmallow-powered One device on October 20 via a "virtual event." What is meant by virtual event, HTC states, "This is not your traditional...

Google Announces Pixel C Tablet, Launch Set for Holiday Season at $499+

Tim September 29, 2015 85

This morning, Google announced the Pixel C, the first tablet designed and built by Google alone. It's not a Nexus, it's a Pixel. The Pixel C delivers a first-class tablet/laptop-like experience, featuring a 10.2" 2560 x 1800 display, Tegra X1 processor from...

Google Confirms $15/Month Family Plan for Play Music, Available in a Few Weeks

Tim September 29, 2015 33

Just as reported earlier this week, Google announced a Family Plan option for users of Google Music, one which will allow a family of up to six to rock out to all of the great tunes available through All Access, priced at just $14.99 a month. Each account...

Google Announces New Chromecast Dongle, Chromecast Audio Dongle

Tim September 29, 2015 97

At this morning's event, Google announced two new Chromecast devices, an updated Chromecast HDMI dongle for your HDTV, and a Chromecast Audio dongle, capable of turning any regular speaker into a smart speaker. The updated Chromecast dongle features a...

Nexus 5X Specs (Official)

Kellen September 29, 2015 170

As you now know, the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P are official. Google has fully announced each device at an event in San Francisco, putting to bed any last remaining questions. LG has indeed made the 5X, a phone that is very much a return of the "all-around champ."...

Nexus 6P Specs (Official)

Kellen September 29, 2015 311

As you now know, the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P are official. Google has fully announced each device at an event in San Francisco, putting to bed any last remaining questions. Huawei has indeed made the 6P, a phone that is largely thought to be the more premium of...

Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P Pre-Orders Now Live!

Kellen September 29, 2015 268

Nexus 6P and Nexus 5X pre-orders are now live on the Google Store! Go! Go! Go! The Nexus 5X comes in three colors (Carbon, Quartz, or Ice) and starts at $379. The Nexus 6P comes in three colors as well (Aluminium, Graphite, or Frost) and starts at $499. These...

Pre-Order New Nexus 5X or 6P, Get Free Google Play Music and $50 Play Credit

Kellen September 29, 2015 71

If you pre-order the new Nexus 5X or Nexus 6P, Google is tossing in some freebies. All Nexus 5X and 6P orders include a free 90-day subscription to Google Play Music, but if you pre-order, they are also handing out a $50 Google Play credit. The devices aren't...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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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