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Nest’s Tony Fadell Now in Charge of Google Glass, Separates Into Independent Division (Updated)

Tim January 15, 2015 16

According to Fortune, Google is making a few changes at HQ today, as Nest's Tony Fadell has been placed in charge of overseeing Google Glass. The co-founder of Nest joined Google's ranks after Mountain View acquired the smart thermostat business, but it's...

Hey, Do You Have This Sweet New Play Store Yet?

Tim January 15, 2015 28

A few weeks back, reports were circling that Google would soon push an updated UI to its desktop version of Google Play. It appears the update is now rolling out to a few users, but we wanted to check in and see if anyone else has been seeing the updated look?...

T-Mobile Intros ‘Simply Prepaid’ Plans, Unlimited Data With Allotted Amounts of High-speed Access

Tim January 15, 2015 85

This morning, T-Mobile introduced a new plan called Simply Prepaid. With it, customers should have very little problem navigating exactly what they are paying for each month, as T-Mobile is upfront about all of its details. The plan includes 3 different tiers....

Adobe Lightroom Mobile is Now Available on Android

Kellen January 15, 2015 22

Adobe's Lightroom, one of the most popular and powerful image editing and organizing tools, is now available on Android. With Lightroom Mobile, users can manage workflows "beyond the desktop" by utilizing an Android device to review and edit images that are...

Last Chance Deal: Limefuel LP200X 20,000mAh Battery Pack for $35 (UPDATED)

Kellen January 14, 2015 15

Update: This deal is done, but if you still need a cheap battery pack, you can still find the Motorola Power Pack 3000 for a ridiculously low $8.99 price (regularly $50) at eBay. If you want two, you can grab a 2-pack for $14.99. Our best deal of the last...

Google Maps Updated to Version 9.3, Allows for Sharing Directions

Tim January 14, 2015 23

An update was pushed to Google Maps this afternoon, bumping it up to version 9.3. In the update, Google now allows for users to share directions to specific destinations through whichever app you choose, a feature which was previously unavailable. To do this,...

Giveaway: Enter for Your Chance to Win a Free OnePlus One Smartphone

Tim January 14, 2015 20

Need a new phone? Sure, of course you do. If so, we have a great contest taking place through the DL Deals Store - a free OnePlus One smartphone. The contest will run for 6 days, and at the end of the sixth day, we will choose the winner of the brand new phone...

Forget Wireless Charging, Your Next Phone Needs Quick or Turbo Charging

Kellen January 14, 2015 212

A year ago, maybe even six months ago, I was fully invested in Qi wireless charging. There was a time that I couldn't even envision life without a phone that had Qi wireless charging built-in. In fact, I used to complain about phones not having the technology...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 212

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 212

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 212

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 212

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 212

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 212

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 212

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 212

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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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