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Android 5.1.1 Update “Not Quite There Yet” for Moto 360

Tim June 4, 2015 58

According to a tweet sent out yesterday from Motorola's official Twitter account, in response to a question about the availability of the Android 5.1.1 update for the Moto 360, the company states that the update is "not quite there yet." To elaborate, it seems...

Father’s Day Deals: $50 Off HTC RE Camera, 50% Off HTC Accessories When You Buy Three

Tim June 4, 2015 9

If you happen to be in need of a Father's Day gift, HTC is hosting a Hot Deal on its RE Camera and select accessories. For a limited time, you can get a RE Camera for $50 off, bringing the total down to just $150. Not a bad deal for the little periscope...

Google Photos: Privacy Nightmare or Memory Bliss? [Opinion]

Ron June 4, 2015 147

Google announced a lot of neat things at Google I/O last week, but the most news worthy item, in my opinion, has by far been Google Photos. The app/service is stunning for its ability to not only store all of your photos and videos for free, but also for...

Doom 3: BFG Edition Now Available on Google Play, Includes DOOM and DOOM II

Tim June 4, 2015 56

id Software's DOOM 3: BFG Edition is now available on Google Play for select devices. By select devices, I mean the NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV box or the SHIELD Tablet. Inside, you can 'relive the nightmare' that is DOOM 3, as you take on Hell beasts during your...

Todoist Announces Integrations for Evernote, Google Calendar and Github

Tim June 4, 2015 4

Todoist, the highly popular task list and to-do app, announced new integrations with Google Calendar, Evernote, and Github this morning, bringing more functionality to users of the service. Thanks to instant synchronization, your tasks can be placed directly...

Star Wars: Uprising to Launch This Fall, Set Between ‘Return of the Jedi’ and ‘The Force Awakens’

Tim June 4, 2015 13

Game publisher Kabam has teamed up with Disney and Lucasfilm to create Star Wars: Uprising, a game set between the events that take place in Episode VI: Return of the Jedi and Episode VII: The Force Awakens. Following the Battle of Endor and the death of the...

Hitman: Sniper Now Available on Google Play for $4.99

Tim June 4, 2015 14

An epic new game from Square Enix is available on Google Play, Hitman: Sniper. Priced at $4.99, you assume the role of Agent 47, sitting overlord on a hillside, picking off high-profile targets with a sniper rifle one at a time. As you play, your shooting...

Deal: Purchase a Moto X (2nd Gen) on AT&T or Verizon at Best Buy for $299 Off-Contract

Tim June 4, 2015 41

For a limited time, 3 days to be exact, Best Buy is hosting a Gifts for Grads sale through its website. During this promotion period, customers can grab a brand new Moto X (2nd Gen) 16GB off-contract for just $299 on either AT&T or Verizon. For folks who...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 41

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 41

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 41

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 41

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 41

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 41

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 41

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 41

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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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