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Google Opinion Rewards Updated, Now Available in Brazil and Mexico

Tim June 26, 2015 18

Just yesterday, we went over the benefits of Google's Opinion Rewards app. You answer surveys, Google gives you Google Play credit to spend however you want. It's a win-win. Today, the app received an update in Google Play, allowing even more people to join in...

Moto X (2nd Gen) on Verizon is Indeed Getting Android 5.1 Lollipop Via Soak Test

Kellen June 26, 2015 135

Remember that soak test for a "preview of a new software release" for the Verizon Moto X (2nd gen) that was supposed to begin last week? It started today. You know how we assumed it would be Android 5.1 Lollipop? It is. In fact, it's Android 5.1, system...

Friday App Sales: NHL 2K, Chainsaw Warrior, XCOM: Enemy Within, and More

Tim June 26, 2015 10

A great looking list of apps is available on Google Play for discounted pricing this week, meaning you may not have to be too bored over the weekend. 2K Games has XCOM: Enemy Within, WWE 2K, and NHL 2K listed at sale prices, plus other games like Surgeon...

Google Lists a Few Helpful Always-On Android Wear Apps, Including Runtastic and GolfShot

Tim June 26, 2015 25

In a blog post to the official Android site, Google details a few always-on apps for Android Wear that can benefit smartwatch users whenever they may be needed. Apps such as MapMyRun, Delta Airlines, and GolfShot can keep you informed at all times, while also...

Android 5.1 Available to All With a Moto X (2nd Gen) Pure Edition

Kellen June 26, 2015 49

According to Motorola's David Schuster, master of the update on updates, "full deployment" of Android 5.1 to the US Moto X (2nd gen) "Pure Edition" has begun. The update is available to those on builds 22.21.11.victara_tmo.tmo.en.US and 23.11.14.victara_tmo....

DEAL: Moto 360 for as Little as $149 at Woot

Kellen June 26, 2015 25

Would you pull the trigger on your first Android Wear smartwatch if it was the Moto 360 and you only had to pay $150? That's the scenario in front of you today, thanks to a deal from Woot. The Moto 360, which is probably still the best looking smartwatch to...

DROID TURBO SOAK TEST STARTING. This is Not a Joke. It Better be Lollipop.

Kellen June 25, 2015 147

It's coming! The wave of emails in our inbox all suggest that the DROID Turbo is about to get a new update. A number of our readers have been invited to "participate in an early preview of a new software release" through Motorola's Feedback Network. Of course,...

So Much Jelly: Look at This Neat Trick for Chrome Users on iOS

Tim June 25, 2015 55

Over on the official Google+ page for Chrome, the team showed off a neat trick for iOS users, one which makes us, faithful Android fans, a wee bit jelly. As shown in the above GIF, when a user pulls down on a tab, they can slide their finger ever so slightly...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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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