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Google is Now a Wireless Carrier, Makes Project Fi Official (Updated)

Tim April 22, 2015 195

Google made Project Fi official moments ago, after months of rumors coming from multiple sources. Launching with partnerships between T-Mobile and Sprint, Google's Project Fi allows customers to seamlessly move between mobile networks and WiFi hotspots,...

Facebook Introduces “Hello,” a Dialer App for Android

Kellen April 22, 2015 46

Facebook just announced a new app that might replace your current dialer, called Hello. At least, that's what they want you to do with it bv selling you on its features, which include call blocking, people and place searching, and a caller ID-like...

Android Wear V1.1 Update Adds Multi-Device Support, Cloud Sync Over WiFi

Kellen April 22, 2015 33

An update for the Android Wear companion app began its slow rollout yesterday in preparation for the big Android Wear firmware update that is going to hit smartwatches over the next few weeks. The update adds a handful of new features, including cloud sync...

Here is the Android 5.1 Update Changelog for the Moto X (1st Gen)

Kellen April 21, 2015 76

The Android 5.1 update for the Moto X (1st gen) is finally rolling out...in Brazil. I know, not exactly what you wanted to hear, but hey, at least it is rolling out to the 1st gen Xs after what has been months of delays. If the update is headed to devices in...

This is Google Contributor

Kellen April 21, 2015 95

Back in November of last year, Google announced a new invite-only project called Contributor that was an "experiment in additional ways to fund the web." The basics are this - Google Contributor gives you the opportunity to experience less ads when browsing...

Google Wireless May Debut Tomorrow

Kellen April 21, 2015 84

According to a late breaking story out of the Wall Street Journal, Google could debut its wireless service as early as tomorrow. The report states that an unveiling could take place Wednesday, but obviously, nothing is confirmed at this time. Their report...

Handy App: Galaxy Button Lights Lets You Decide When Your Galaxy S6’s Soft Keys Light Up and Turn Off

Kellen April 21, 2015 50

It's time to take control of the soft keys on your Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge with a new app called Galaxy Button Lights, that lets you control your Galaxy button lights for free. The app has three settings - a timer in a 1-10 second range, a button that...

Deal: This SHARKK 15,000mAh Dual-Port Portable Charger is Just $30

Kellen April 21, 2015

For whatever reason, you can't turn around these days without seeing a battery pack on sale. Today's price slashing is on the SHARKK 15000mAh dual-port pack in the DL Deals store which can be had for $29.99 or 50% off. As the name suggests, it features dual...

Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026

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

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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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 195

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 195

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 195

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 195

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 195

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 195

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 195

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 195

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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