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Samsung Standalone Call-capable Smartwatch may Debut as Early as June

Kyle May 23, 2014 44

If you have ever dreamed of communicating with someone by talking into a smartwatch (which is not connected wirelessly to a smartphone), your wish may be on the cusp of coming true. According to a report out of The Wall Street Journal, Samsung is exploring a...

AT&T Introduces Multi-Device Protection Plan, Insurance Program for Multiple Non-Connected Devices

Kyle May 23, 2014 17

I'm a perennial breaker. If you are like me, you damage your expensive electronics often. Not by choice, mind you, but whether it be a hard fall onto concrete or an unfortunate dip in a snowbank, my gadgets have taken quite the accidental beating. Sure, I...

Google Building Tablet for Project Tango Developers

Tim May 23, 2014 9

A report out of the Wall Street Journal last night, states that Google is in the process of creating a special tablet for developers, specifically designed to go hand-in-hand with the current Project Tango smartphone. For those unfamiliar, Project Tango as we...

Motorola Updates Contextual Services Too, Teases New Release Next Week

Kellen May 23, 2014 30

Motorola updated Contextual Services for the Moto X and DROID line this morning, in addition to the update to Modality Services that we saw yesterday. The update adds "support for location detection," improves driving detection using audio (similar to what the...

LG G3 Design, Camera and QHD Display Teased in New Videos

Kellen May 23, 2014 215

The LG G3 will be announced on Tuesday. We feel like we know most of what LG will unveil, like specs, the design, and that QuickCircle case, but the teasing hasn't stopped yet. In a series of videos posted to LG's Korean YouTube channel, the camera, Quad HD...

Deal: Unlocked Sony Xperia Z2 for $672 Through eBay

Kellen May 22, 2014 28

Since the Sony Xperia Z2 is not coming to the US any time soon, those of you who want to purchase this year's flagship from Sony are going to have to either import it or buy an unlocked model from a reseller. Neither is an affordable option. Importing from the...

Report: Samsung is Creating a VR Headset to Pair With Its Phones and Tablets

Kellen May 22, 2014 80

According to a report out of Engadget, Samsung is currently working on a VR headset that will pair with its phones and tablets to potentially bring you an intense gaming experience. Similar to the Oculus Rift or Project Morpheus from Sony, a VR headset tries...

Google Play Movies Now in Belgium, Philippines, Uganda, and Switzerland

Kellen May 22, 2014 5

A quick note for our international readers - Google Play Movies is now available in four new countries: Belgium, Philippines, Uganda, and Switzerland. Enjoy! Via: Google Support

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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 44

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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