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Deal: 3 Different VPN Deals to Choose From, Some at 70% Off

Kellen December 16, 2014 19

We currently have a set of three VPN deals for you to consider right now in the DL Deals shop. A couple of them are at least 70% off, all are for multiple years, and of course, they all also include access through Android devices. I can't necessarily say that...

CBS Sports App Receives Update, Brings Material Design Makeover

Tim December 16, 2014 12

CBS pushed an update to its official CBS Sports app today, bringing with it a completely redesigned look. Taking note of Google's new guidelines for design, Material Design is prevalent in the new look, with sexy shading and layers made prominent. Besides the...

Pebble Beta Version 2.3 Brings Android Wear Notifications, Auto App Updating

Tim December 16, 2014 23

The team over at Pebble has exciting news for Android users, as two big features have been launched inside Version 2.3 of the Pebble Beta app. After updating, Pebble users will be able to see and utilize Android Wear-like notifications, as if you owned a Moto...

Deal: Motorola Offering $50 Off $350 Purchases, $100 Off $500

Kellen December 16, 2014 35

Now that Motorola's Cyber Monday discount period is over with, they have moved on to the next solid holiday deal which is $50 off orders of at least $350 or $100 off when you spend $500 or more. If you missed out on Moto X $140 off codes yet still want a new...

SHIELD Hub Update Brings Material Design Makeover, Improved Connectivity to GRID

Tim December 16, 2014 4

An update is rolling out from NVIDIA for the SHIELD Hub app, the source of the SHIELD Tablet's power. SHIELD Hub is the owner's connection to NVIDIA's servers, allowing gamers to play full PC titles over GRID, manage their game library, and browse the latest...

Instagram Gains Features in Latest Update, Five New Filters

Kyle December 16, 2014 30

Instagram shows no sign of slowing, even after overtaking Twitter in number of users, crossing the 300 million user threshold just a few days ago. Even with that news, the Facebook-owned photo-sharing network is not resting on its laurels. Today, the Instagram...

Moto 360 Gets Another Update to LWX48T, Last Minute Bug Squashing?

Kellen December 16, 2014 150

As many of you noticed, the Android 5.0.1 "Lollipop" update for the Moto 360 didn't exactly rollout to all yesterday, even though we were expecting it to. We still aren't sure why that is, but with an even newer update rolling out to select 360 units today,...

T-Mobile Gives 4G LTE Update, Now Covers 260 Million People, Recognized as Fastest in America

Kyle December 16, 2014 44

In addition to unveiling rollover data, T-Mobile's eighth Uncarrier move, the mobile provider gave an update on the state of its 4G LTE network. The rollout for LTE is apparently ahead of schedule. In a blog post, Chief Technology Officer Neville Ray wrote...

January 2026 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen January 12, 2026 44

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 44

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 44

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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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