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“Ok Google” Detection From Any Screen Fixed on Galaxy S6

Tim June 1, 2015 39

For whatever exact reason, "Ok Google" hotword detection from any screen on the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge has been broken for the past couple of months. But according to one Google community manager, the issue has been fixed, and Galaxy S6 users can go back...

Deal: Nexus Player is Just $69 at Best Buy ($30 Off)

Kellen June 1, 2015 20

Forget the $20 off deal that Google was hosting for the Nexus Player, Best Buy is currently selling the Android TV box for $30 off. We aren't sure how long the deal will last, but at just $69.99, you are looking at a heck of a deal on a device that not only...

Giveaway: Win a Nexus 9, Chromecast, and $100 Google Play Gift Card From the DL Deals Store

Tim June 1, 2015 9

A new giveaway is up on the DL Deals Store, giving you a chance to win a brand new Nexus 9 tablet, Chromecast HDMI dongle, and $100 Google Play gift card. Entering is very easy, with all you needing to do is enter an email address. That's it. To help increase...

Android M Feature: New Vertically Scrolling App Drawer and Widget Picker are Greatly Improved

Kellen June 1, 2015 75

If you flash the Android M developer preview images (our tour!) on the Nexus 5, 6, or 9, one of the first things you will undoubtedly notice is the new app drawer. With a change in direction of how it scrolls, you might be thrown off at first, but trust me, it...

New Humble Bundle Posted With Hellraid: The Escape and More, Average Currently at $2.74

Tim June 1, 2015 9

Humble Bundle, the service that lets you pay what you want for games, while also helping out charities, is back yet again with a new set of games for you to check out. Inside this bundle, users can pay whatever price for Timeline: Assault on America, The...

Android Distribution Updated for June 2015 – Lollipop Now on 12.4% of All Devices

Tim June 1, 2015 48

Android Distribution numbers have been updated for June, showing a somewhat small increase in the number of devices running Lollipop. Last month, Lollipop was at nearly 10% of devices, and one month later, it sits at 12.4%. It's not a huge jump, but hey, it's...

HBO Go, Twitch, FX Now and More Apps Coming Soon to Android TV

Tim June 1, 2015 32

Your Android TV will soon have a few more apps to play with, including HBO Go, HBO Now, CBS News, Twitch, and FX Now. As detailed by NVIDIA, Android TV is a growing platform with an already healthy assortment of apps, but soon, more standalone applications...

Android M Feature: Do Not Disturb Mode Returns With Automatic Rules, Repeat Caller Settings

Kellen June 1, 2015 18

In the Android L developer preview, Google introduced a Do Not Disturb to Android for the first time, then randomly changed its name to "Interruptions" when it went stable as Lollipop. "Interruptions" never really made much sense as an adoptable or...

How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 18

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 18

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 18

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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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