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OnePlus 2 Will Run a Snapdragon 810, Could Carry $400 Price Tag

Kellen May 7, 2015 101

As of today, we don't know all that much about the OnePlus 2 other than it will launch in Q3 and be available via invite system. OnePlus has confirmed the name - which is "OnePlus 2" - but has yet to do their slow trollout of feature teasing, like they did...

NVIDIA to End Icera Modem Operations in 2016, Open to Sale of Technology and Operations

Tim May 6, 2015 10

In 2011, during a heated race between chipmakers to include LTE modems in their application processors, NVIDIA acquired Icera. By incorporating Icera's modem technology into the Tegra lineup of chips, NVIDIA was able to partner with a few OEMs to launch...

Google to Introduce “Voice Access” at I/O, Giving Users Hands-Free Control of Apps

Kellen May 6, 2015 33

The more we look at the Google I/O schedule that was posted today, the more information we discover about upcoming features and products. After learning that the ATAP team is going to give us new wearables and that Android M will be around in some capacity, we...

Deal: Last Chance to Enter to Win a New Chromebook Pixel

Tim May 6, 2015

Here's a heads-up for anyone interested. You have a few hours left to enter for your chance to win a brand new Chromebook Pixel from the DL Deals Store. Featuring a gorgeous 12.85″ touchscreen display, Intel-made processor, back-lit-keyboard, and dual USB Type...

Question of the Day: What Will Android M be Called?

Kellen May 6, 2015 328

With Google all but confirming the announcement of Android M at Google I/O later this month, it's time to decide what we think Google will call it when it goes stable. The "M," assuming Google sticks with the long-standing Android naming scheme, should stand...

Oculus Rift Launches in Q1 of 2016, Pre-Orders Later This Year

Tim May 6, 2015 17

Oculus Rift, the VR headset many have been waiting for, finally has a launch timeframe. Sadly, it's not until Q1 of 2016, but on the bright side, Oculus states that pre-orders will be up later this year for all those interested. In the coming weeks, Oculus...

Qualcomm: Snapdragon 810 Overheating Rumors are ‘Rubbish’

Tim May 6, 2015 115

The Snapdragon 810 processor from Qualcomm has been in the headlines a ton this year, but for all of the wrong reasons. Being Qualcomm's flagship processor, we expected it to be in nearly all of the top smartphones this year, yet it is currently only in two ...

Android M Will Debut at Google I/O This Month

Kellen May 6, 2015 195

Hey, look at that, the next version of Android being mentioned in an official Google I/O session description. Yep, Android M is coming at Google I/O at the end of this month. Seriously, a new version of Android is already here, even though Lollipop is only on...

Chrome Gets 5 Wild New Gemini AI Features

Kellen January 28, 2026 195

Google has essentially launched its new vision for Chrome today with an announcement for several new Gemini-powered features...

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Galaxy Z TriFold US Sales Open January 30, Priced at $2,899

Tim January 27, 2026 195

Samsung has confirmed Galaxy Z TriFold availability for the US. The trifold will go on sale starting January 30, priced at $2...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen January 27, 2026 195

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026 195

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to 365 Days

Kellen January 20, 2026 195

When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which...

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Samsung Makes New Bixby Official in One UI 8.5 With Perplexity AI

Kellen January 20, 2026 195

The betas of One UI 8.5, as well as supposedly leaked screenshots, showed a potentially renewed investment in Bixby from...

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How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 195

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 195

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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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