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Verizon Attempts to Make It Easier for You to Activate Unlocked Phones

Kellen August 26, 2015 107

You know how much of a pain it has been to activate a non-Verizon branded Nexus 6 on Verizon, even though the phone is completely unlocked at all times and fully works on Verizon's airwaves? For a while, it was pretty tough. In fact, it took months before...

YouTube Gaming, the Twitch Competitor, is Now Live

Tim August 26, 2015 37

YouTube Gaming, Google's answer to Twitch, is now available to download on Google Play. As a place for lovers of games to watch others play their favorite titles, YouTube Gaming brings gamers together, allowing folks to share tips on games through chat, watch...

Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 Pre-Order Now Live, Starts at $399

Tim August 26, 2015 29

The Galaxy Tab S2, announced from Samsung in July, is now up for pre-order in the United States. Carriers are also getting in on the fun, as you can purchase the tablet with LTE radios inside, launching in-store through AT&T on September 4, and T-Mobile on...

RIP, Amazon Free App of the Day.

Kellen August 26, 2015 72

If you had made the Amazon Free App of the Day (FAOTD) a part of your daily routine, I’m sorry to break it to you, but that will have to change going forward. This morning, Amazon appears to have killed the daily promo in favor of something called “Underground...

Deal: Get a Lifetime Subscription to TigerVPN Lite $30, Valued at Nearly $800

Tim August 25, 2015

If secure access to the Internet is vital to you, the DL Deals Store is hosting a deal on a lifetime subscription to TigerVPN. Valued at nearly $800, this subscription is priced at just $30, granting users top-notch security while browsing. To do so, all...

Samsung Execs are Now Wear-Teasing the Gear S2 Watch

Kellen August 25, 2015 73

Samsung’s new round smartwatch, the Gear S2, will be here shortly – at IFA in Berlin in just over a week. We have already seen the device on the wrist and in the hands of models looking all sorts of modern, but today’s new image comes courtesy of a Samsung...

YouTube Gaming Launches Tomorrow

Kellen August 25, 2015 33

YouTube Gaming, which is Google's take on a Twitch-like live-streamed gaming experience, launches tomorrow, August 26, according to Gamespot. With the service, users will find more than 25,000 dedicated game pages to keep up with, support videos, and of course...

Archos Announces the Affordable Diamond S, Features 5″ Super AMOLED Display

Tim August 25, 2015 34

Archos has a new device this week, set to be shown off during next month's IFA trade show. Called the Diamond S, the smartphone features a 5" Super AMOLED HD display and well-designed stylings, priced at an affordable £159.99. When converted to US dollars,...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 107

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 107

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 107

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 107

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 107

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 107

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 107

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 107

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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