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Deal: ChargeAll Portable 12000mAh Power Outlet for $185

Tim February 9, 2015 20

For a limited time on the DL Deals Store, users can grab a massive 12000mAh ChargeAll Portable Power Outlet for just $185, capable of charging not only your smartphone and tablet, but your laptop too, all simultaneously. With the ability to charge anything AC...

Google Acquires Odysee Photo and Video Storage Provider, Team Joins Google+

Tim February 9, 2015 6

Odysee, a photo and video storage/sharing service which had an iOS and Android app, were acquired by Google this week, with the future of the service now taking place on the Google+ team. Users of the application received a message this morning, stating that...

Corning is Working on a Sapphire-Like Material, Could be in the Next Gorilla Glass

Kellen February 9, 2015 18

Corning, makers of Gorilla Glass, the industry standard for hardened glass protection on mobile devices, said on Friday that it has developed a new material that brings together sapphire-like scratch resistance and the toughness of Gorilla Glass 4. While they...

OnePlus Pushes Update Out to One Devices, Brings SwiftKey and MaxxAudio Integration

Tim February 9, 2015 12

A big update is hitting One devices from OnePlus, full of new features and a ton of bug fixes. Based on CyanogenMod 11S, release 05Q, this update brings system integration with the SwiftKey keyboard app, as well as audio software from MaxxAudio. From what we...

LG Announces ‘VR for G3’ Promotion, Gives Free VR Headsets to New Buyers

Tim February 9, 2015 44

To help promote its 2014 flagship, the G3, LG is offering new buyers a free VR headset to take advantage of the phone's QHD display and loud rear-facing speaker. The VR headset is based on the Google Cardboard design, but LG has made a few tweaks to make it...

This Icon Pack is Hot: Moko

Kellen February 9, 2015 59

Ready for your next icon pack? Moko is a serious contender, with its bubbly persona, shadows, attention to detail, and massive list of icons. The pack features 2300+ Material Design-like icons and colors that the developer has given a "flat and vivid touch" to...

Google Eyeing Virtual Help Desks at Retail Locations, Has Been Testing in Google Play Since November

Tim February 9, 2015 2

The idea of a Google retail location would be nice, but since the company does not really have much to sell (besides a couple Nexus devices), we are afraid it might be a waste of rent. However, the company is reportedly working on two things currently, one of...

OnePlus Available to Purchase Every Tuesday Without “Beloved” Invite System

Kellen February 9, 2015 45

People are still very excited about the OnePlus One, according to...OnePlus. Unfortunately for those still dripping in sweaty excitement, the phone is still too difficult to buy. No way! OnePlus One? Difficult? Never. To help fix the problem, OnePlus is...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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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