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Asus ZenWatch Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen November 18, 2014 45

The Asus ZenWatch, an Android Wear device that is arguably the prettiest of them all, is in house and ready for us to dive into. But before we get to a full review, we first need to introduce you to it through an unboxing and tour. At $199, the ZenWatch is one...

Shop From Your Android Wear Device After Amazon App Update

Tim November 18, 2014 26

Thanks to an update for the official Amazon app in Google Play this week, shoppers who can't get enough of Amazon can now browse the goods on their Android Wear smartwatch. Once updated, all you need to say is "Start Amazon" after speaking the regular "Ok...

Amazon Hosting Deal on PNY Memory and Mobile Power Products, Some 50%+ Off

Tim November 18, 2014 19

If you need additional storage around, or you need another power source around you at all times, Amazon is currently hosting a deal on PNY memory and power products. The deals go up to 50% off on select products, including 256GB USB 3.0 flash drives, 64GB...

Deal: Five Days Left to Snag a Retro NES Bluetooth Controller for $30

Tim November 18, 2014 17

The retro NES30 Bluetooth Controller is back on our DL Deals store, after being sold out quite quickly the last time we posted it. If you missed out last time, here is your chance to pick it up. As you can see, it is shaped exactly like an old NES controller,...

Nexus 6 Naked Tough Case Now Available on Google Play for $35

Kellen November 18, 2014 81

The Nexus 6 Naked Tough Case, which we are essentially accepting as an official accessory since it is being sold through Google Play, is now available for purchase. The transparent case can be had for $35 and is at least one way to keep your whale protected,...

Facebook Continues to Break Down Main App, Intros Separate App for Groups (Updated)

Kyle November 18, 2014 49

Facebook caught a lot of flack for divesting Messenger from its app a few months back, but that apparently was not enough to deter the company from doing more of the same. Today, Facebook announced a standalone Groups app. In a blog post, Facebook says it...

Google Releases First Android Auto APIs to Developers

Tim November 18, 2014 44

Previewed back at Google I/O, Mountain View has now released its first set of APIs to developers for Android Auto. The APIs consist of two main focuses, those being audible notifications through a car's speaker system, and the access of music files through a...

Nokia’s Z Launcher Now Available on Google Play, Still in Beta

Kyle November 18, 2014 24

Was your interest by chance piqued when you saw Nokia's Z Launcher running on the recently unveiled N1 tablet? If so, now is your chance to give it a whirl. The home screen replacement, now in beta, is now compatible with most modern Android devices (it was...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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 45

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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