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Twitter Revamps Quote Retweets, Coming Soon to Android

Tim April 7, 2015 18

This morning, Twitter announced a revamping of "quote" retweets, meaning that when you retweet a tweet with the original tweet quoted, it should show up much more cleanly in your friend's timeline. If it sounds a tad bit confusing, don't worry, you are not...

AT&T’s HTC One M8 Should Get Lollipop Today

Kellen April 7, 2015 20

Owners of the AT&T HTC One M8, your Android 5.0.2 Lollipop update is ready! "Technical approval" has been granted, so at any minute, a world of WiFi draining bugs hidden behind the beauty of Material Design will be upon you. It's glorious, especially if...

New LG G4 Teaser Highlights F1.8 Lens, April 28 Unveiling

Kellen April 7, 2015 186

LG popped off another teaser this morning for its upcoming flagship, the G4. In the video, a lens floats over a city, magnifying life, showing vibrant colors, before flashing out to a hint at the camera that will be included in the phone. It follows that up by...

Stars Wars Arrives Digitally April 10 on Google Play, Amazon, and iTunes

Kellen April 6, 2015 54

April 10 was supposed to be the day that you all ran out and bought the Galaxy S6, but as it turns out, another arrival may tempt you instead. Star Wars, for the first time in history, will be available digitally in HD at your favorite spots like Google Play,...

Video: Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Over the “Regular” Galaxy S6

Tim April 6, 2015 91

To me, the Galaxy S6 Edge represents a risk Samsung was willing to take when it comes to design. It's something different. And even though it is different, it's not completely unorthodox when I really think about it, and at times, is quite nice to have. I have...

Andy Rubin Joins Redpoint Ventures (Updated)

Kellen April 6, 2015 12

Andy Rubin, Android's creator who recently left Google to create his own startup incubator, is now a part of Redpoint Ventures. In case you aren't familiar with Redpoint, they are a venture capital firm who invests in early stage technology companies....

Deal: Innori 22400mAh Portable Battery Pack for $40, Free Shipping

Tim April 6, 2015 5

Phone batteries die. It sucks, but happens all of the time. To help combat this issue, battery packs are available for those who don't mind toting around portable battery juice for whenever it may be needed. The latest deal in the DL Deals Store can nab you a...

Google’s Wireless Service Might Include Free International Coverage

Kellen April 6, 2015 25

According to sources of the UK's The Telegraph, Google has been in talks with mobile operator Three over allowing Americans to use phones abroad at no extra cost if they are signed up with Google's yet-to-be-announced-but-very-confirmed wireless service. As...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 25

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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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