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Google Search Uses Hotel Reservations to Make Your Trips Less Stressful

Kellen July 29, 2014 12

If you have travel plans in the near future, think of using Google Search to find things to do, eat or see nearby your hotel without the fuss of looking up where you are staying. At least that's what Google is preaching over at Google+ today. Thanks to...

Instagram Intros Bolt, an Instant Messaging App Aimed Against Snapchat

Tim July 29, 2014 27

There is a new instant messaging app available for Android users, brought to you by the same folks who gave you what some may call the greatest photo sharing application of all time. Instagram, which was purchased by Facebook last year, has announced and...

Don’t Touch The Spikes – Another Game Reminiscent of Flappy Bird, But It’s Better

Tim July 29, 2014 24

There is yet another game on Google Play that reminds us of Flappy Bird, but this time, it is actually different. Instead of sending a flapping bird through tubes, Don't Touch The Spikes is rather self explanatory, you must tap the screen to flap your bird's...

Link Bubble Jumps to v1.3, Adds Android Wear Support

Kellen July 29, 2014 5

Link Bubble, the behind-the-scenes-loading-browser-alternative-chat-heads-like-floater-thingy app created by Chris Lacy, received an update today to version 1.3. The update introduces an article preview mode for displaying pages on Android Wear, adds enhanced...

Plants vs. Zombies 2 Dark Ages Part 2 Released, 10 New Medieval Levels to Play Through

Tim July 29, 2014 9

A new update is available for Plants vs. Zombies 2, which is another Dark Ages update, this time being Part 2 of the series. In the update, players attempt to go through 10 new levels of medieval zombies, battle an evil wizard zombie, evil hungry sheep, and a...

Thomas Was Alone Hits Google Play, $5 Minimal Platformer With Incredible Story

Tim July 29, 2014 14

A new game is available on Google Play, titled Thomas Was Alone. It is a rather sad title, but the gameplay doesn't appear to be all that depressing. While on the surface the game appears to be a rather minimal platformer, there is a deeper story taking place...

Here is Verizon’s LG G Vista and Its Real Specs, Arrives Thursday

Kellen July 29, 2014 89

This Thursday, Verizon will launch another LG phone, though this one should only be considered as a budget-friendly option. We are talking about the oft-leaked LG G Vista, a massive 5.7-inch phone that is isn't so massive when it comes to specs. That's not to...

LG G3 in Moon Violet and Burgundy Red to Hit Select Markets Next Month

Kyle July 29, 2014 23

Do you find the current selection of LG G3 colors a bit drab? Well, as the saying goes, good things come to those who wait. As first revealed in May, Moon Violet and Burgundy Red models will soon be joining the monochromatic Metallic Black, Silk White, and...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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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