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Why I Will Forever Continue to Buy Unlocked Phones

Kellen May 18, 2015 223

I love unlocked phones. I really can't see myself sticking with a carrier-branded or locked phone at any time in the near future. In fact, if I have it my way, I'll never buy another for personal use. Unlocked phones are the phones I regular choose as my day-...

Report: Google to Launch Buy Buttons Directly in Search Results in Coming Weeks

Tim May 18, 2015 22

According to the Wall Street Journal, Google will soon launch "buy buttons" directly in mobile search results, allowing users to make quick purchases via partnered retailers when signed into their Google account on a mobile device. These buy buttons are...

ASUS Zenfone 2 Launches Tomorrow in US at Amazon, Newegg for $199 and $299 (Updated: Available Now!)

Kellen May 18, 2015 113

UPDATE: BUY THE ZENFONE 2 NOW FROM AMAZON! The ASUS Zenfone 2, a phone first introduced to the world waaaaaaay back at CES in January, is finally arriving on US soil. During a press event that took place this morning in NYC to announce US availability, ASUS...

Google Intros Literata Font for Play Books Users

Tim May 18, 2015 32

Google introduced a new font for Play Books users this morning, which should soon be available for all to enjoy. The font is called Literata, made for those who intend to do a lot of reading on their smartphone or tablet, according to Google's tweet. As of...

The Internet Thinks Verizon’s LG G4 is Coming June 4 Because of This Image

Kellen May 18, 2015 64

Take a long look at that image of the LG G4. See anything that might give a hint at a potential launch date for it on Verizon? For one, that is the Verizon version of the phone. As hard as that may be to believe because it doesn't have three or four "Verizon...

See, Best Buy is Already Readying Green Emerald and Blue Topaz Galaxy S6s

Kellen May 18, 2015 49

Earlier this morning, we joked about soon-to-be-announced carrier or retailer exclusives of Samsung's Blue Topaz Galaxy S6 and Green Emerald Galaxy S6 Edge. Shortly after we posted that bit of news, readers pointed out the fact that Best Buy already has "new"...

HTC Shuts Down ‘Mini’ Lineup of Flagship Phones, Cites Consumers’ Ever-Changing Needs

Tim May 18, 2015 27

Each year for the past two years, HTC has released a Mini variant of its One flagship device. This year, that tradition dies, as HTC has no intentions to release a Mini version of the One M9, or ever again for that matter. As stated by Jack Tong, president of...

Xiaomi’s US Accessory Store Opens Today at 7PM Pacific With Cheap Goods Like a $15 Fitness Tracker

Kellen May 18, 2015 48

Earlier this year, Xiaomi - maker of all things insanely cheap that happen to look a lot (seriously, a lot a lot) like Apple products - announced that it would begin its move into the US by selling its line of ultra-affordable accessories. Their phones may...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 223

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 223

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 223

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 223

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 223

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 223

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 223

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 223

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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