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Looks Like a Few Best Buy Locations are Accepting Galaxy S6 Pre-Orders on Verizon

Tim March 27, 2015 58

According to a few tip emails we have received, it appears that a couple Best Buy locations here in the US are accepting pre-orders for the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge on Verizon. From the information we received, a Best Buy location in Williamsville, NY is...

OnePlus Issues Apology for Missing OxygenOS Release Date, No New Release Date Set

Tim March 27, 2015 45

Remember the date OnePlus scheduled to release OxygenOS? March 27? Oh, right, that's today. Well, the company is on its forum, apologizing because it has missed this timeframe. According to Helen, Head of Mobile Product at OnePlus, extra quality control issues...

Last Day for Pebble Time on Kickstarter, Surpasses $20 Million in Funding

Tim March 27, 2015 24

The Pebble Time, Pebble's next iteration of the company's smartwatch, has reached its final day on Kickstarter. Having surpassed $20 million in funds, it has become Kickstarter's #1 backed project. With that said, you only have a few hours remaining to back...

Motorola Teases Red Leather, Possibly for Moto X (2nd Gen) or Moto 360

Tim March 27, 2015 38

On Twitter and Instagram, Motorola is asking folks what their favorite Red Leather to-go item is, followed by "We've got a little something in the works." To us, it seems likely that the company is teasing an upcoming leather option for potential buyers of the...

HTC’s Lead Designer Departs, Company Announces Daniel Hundt to Take Over

Tim March 27, 2015 30

After not even a full year in his new role, HTC's VP of Industrial Design, Jonah Becker, is departing the company. For a bit of context, in late 2008, HTC acquired One & Co, which was led by Scott Croyle, Jonah Becker, and Daniel Hundt. Scott Croyle left...

Google Brings Back My Maps, Create and Save Custom Routes Through Google Maps

Tim March 27, 2015 23

A feature which was once available to users has returned again, that being a My Maps feature in Google Maps. Announced on Twitter, users can now create and save their very own routes on Google Maps, then share them with friends if needed through the Maps...

Reminder: HTC One M9, Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge Pre-orders Now Live

Tim March 27, 2015 75

It's pre-order day for the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, and One M9. Well, at least on carriers not named Verizon. Big Red pre-orders for these phones won't start up until April 1, so keep that in mind. Regardless, each of these phones is now purchasable through...

Photos Reportedly Showcase LG’s Upcoming G4 Note, But We Kinda Doubt It

Tim March 27, 2015 42

According to a user on the XDA forums, who says he works for a, "major carrier" in the US and, "gets to see these devices in development stages," claims that he has in his possession the rumored G4 Note device from LG. The device was first mentioned only...

2026 March Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen March 3, 2026 42

The March Pixel update is available for download today and it's a big one. Not only is it a Pixel Feature Drop (all new...

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March Pixel Feature Drop Arriving With 12+ New Features

Kellen March 3, 2026 42

The March Google Pixel update arrived today as the March Pixel Feature Drop and there are a ton of new features and changes....

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March Pixel Watch Feature Drop is a Huge Update

Kellen March 3, 2026 42

The March Pixel Watch Feature Drop is here with several new features for Pixel Watch owners. Google isn't only bringing new...

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Google Pixel’s Now Playing App is Available!

Kellen March 2, 2026 42

The Google Pixel line gets an official Now Playing music app. You can download it now. A couple of weeks ago, we talked about...

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Qualcomm Just Told Us the Chip in the Next Samsung Galaxy Watch

Kellen March 2, 2026 42

We have a new wearable chip for the next wave of smartwatches! Chipsets aren't typically an exciting thing to talk about, but...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5 Reasons to Buy Samsung’s Newest Flagship

Tim February 26, 2026 42

We have the brand new Galaxy S26 Ultra from Samsung now up for pre-order. It's quite the looker, featuring a slightly updated...

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Android 17 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Devices!

Tim February 26, 2026 42

Android 17 Beta 2 has been released for Pixel devices. You'll find support for the build all the way back to the Pixel 6...

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There is a Free Double Storage Galaxy S26 Ultra Deal, Plus You Get a $200 Gift Card

Kellen February 26, 2026 42

Samsung is going softer than usual with its Galaxy S26 launch deals and it's kind of bumming me out. Where's the double...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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 58

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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