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Sprint’s Open Enrollment for Device Insurance Taking Place

Kyle June 3, 2014 5

For bumbling folks like me, going without phone insurance is like playing a constant game of Russian roulette - every time I drop a smartphone or tablet could result in its permanent death and untimely death. Problem is, I couldn't obtain insurance even if I...

Deal: Brand New, Unlocked AT&T Moto X on eBay for $275

Kellen June 3, 2014 82

The Moto X may be almost a year old, but you could argue that it is still one of the best smartphone values on the market, and that's with its current full retail price of around $399. When you consider today's deal on eBay, that lists an unlocked AT&T...

HTC Announces the One (E8), a Plastic Version of the Company’s (M8) Flagship

Tim June 3, 2014 63

A new HTC device was announced late last evening, the HTC One (E8). The device is being prepared for Asian markets, so Americans should not get too excited over its debut. The device is made of a polycarbonate unibody frame, making the device much lighter than...

Instagram Gets Update to Version 6.0, Brings Actual Photo Editing Capabilities

Tim June 3, 2014 40

A major update is set to hit Instagram on Google Play and the App Store for iOS today. Version 6.0 introduces actual photo editing capabilities, allowing users to do much more than simply applying filters to their photos. Starting today, users can tweak many...

Motorola Teases Moto Stream, A $50 Music Streaming Bluetooth Thingy (Updated)

Kyle June 3, 2014 98

As far as teaser videos go, this one is fairly chock-full of information. Judging by the video release this morning through Motorola's official YouTube channel, the company is set to launch Moto Stream, a tiny pentagonal prism that connects to your stereo and...

Chromecast Adds WatchESPN, Major League Soccer, and Google+ Photos

Kellen June 3, 2014 38

Your Chromecast just became the ultimate hub for watching all things World Cup. Thanks to a new update to the WatchESPN app, you can now cast anything streamed through ESPN's live streaming sports app to your TV, which includes all 64 World Cup games. That...

Official: Verizon Adds Gold and Red HTC One (M8) to Lineup, Available June 5

Kellen June 3, 2014 13

We broke news on this last night, but Verizon has made the HTC One (M8) in Glamour Red official for June 5. They are also adding the Amber Gold variant, both of which will be available for $199 on 2-year contract. Both new colors can be purchased both online...

Download: Android 4.4.3 OTA Update for Nexus 5, Nexus 7 (2013), Nexus 10, Nexus 4, and Nexus 7 (2012)

Tim June 3, 2014 127

Android 4.4.3 is hitting Google's servers, which means everyone is going to be hitting the "check for updates" button on their Nexus devices. To skip the waiting game, you can download the OTA update from below and sideload it yourself using adb. That's why...

Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 127

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 127

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 127

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 127

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 127

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

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025 127

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 127

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 127

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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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