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Google Acquires Quest Visual, Makers of Word Lens

Tim May 16, 2014 4

The latest acquisition to take place down in Silicon Valley is the snatch up of Quest Visual, the makers of Word Lens, by Google for an unknown price. The Quest Visual team will join Google to help build the current Word Lens engine into Google Translate,...

Google Services Experiencing Issues – How are Yours Holding Up? (Updated)

Kellen May 16, 2014 4

We are hearing a number of reports from readers who are experiencing issues with Google services. From Google Play to Gmail to Hangouts to Maps, many are not able to access information, receive messages, login, or install apps. We are experiencing some issues...

Google Now Bill Reminders Rolling Out This Week

Kyle May 16, 2014 4

Yes, Virginia, there is a an omnibenevolent computer intelligence which grants us mere mortals the gift of autonomous reminders when we need them the most. It's called Google Now, and it's getting even better starting this week with bill pay reminders. As ...

Our Report on Verizon’s XLTE Confirmed by evleaks

Kellen May 16, 2014 4

Earlier this week, we broke news on Verizon's plans to introduce XLTE, which would be a rebranding of their 4G LTE service in major cities that are putting to use Big Red's AWS spectrum to help bring data speeds back up to respectable levels. Verizon is...

Contest: Win an NVIDIA SHIELD and $15 Google Play Gift Card From DL and NVIDIA (Update: Winner Picked)

Tim May 16, 2014 4

We have teamed up with the good folks at NVIDIA, offering you a chance to win a brand new SHIELD portable gaming console, paired with a $15 Google Play gift card for good measure. You can use the gift card to pick up a number of Tegra-powered games on Google...

Google+ is Completely Missing From Google I/O 2014 (Updated: So Far?)

Kellen May 16, 2014 4

Remember the story that surfaced shortly after Google+ head Vic Gundotra announced that he was leaving Google - you know, the one about Google dialing back Google+ and reducing its importance? Actually, I think the report stated that the service was close to...

Yahoo Updates Mail App With New UI, News, and Yahoo Today Feature

Kyle May 16, 2014 4

Who ever thought Yahoo would be a company to make waves on Android? In a few short months, the company has acquired the contextually-aware Aviate launcher, launched the ambitious new Yahoo Screen, and released Yahoo News Digest. Talk about ambitious. But Yahoo...

Red HTC One (M8) Official in Taiwan, Blue in the UK

Kyle May 16, 2014 4

Tired of the HTC One (M8)'s Gunmetal Grey, Glacial Silver, and Amber Gold color schemes? The wait for new options may finally be over, depending on where you live. After a seemingly endless number of leaks, HTC confirmed what we already knew, that the rumored...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 3

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 6

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 3

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 12

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 4

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 2

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 12

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 18

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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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 4

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025 4

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025 4

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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Google Pixelsnap Qi2 Charger Gets First Ever Discount

Kellen December 16, 2025 4

The Pixel 10 series features a handful of upgrades, but one of the most noteworthy is the introduction of Qi2 and magnets...

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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025 4

The Pixel Watch 4 is a winner of a watch because Google brought a couple of fun upgrades for 2025. However, the Pixel Watch 3...

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Best Buy Kicks Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to $699 ($500 Off)

Kellen December 16, 2025 4

The final days of Xmas shopping are upon us and you may be looking for a last minute deal to finish off a shopping list or to...

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Google Sends Out $200 Credit Towards Pixel 10 Pro, Bringing Price to New Low

Tim December 15, 2025 4

Google is sending out $200 in credit towards the purchase of a Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL to eligible members, which can...

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Verizon Offers $25/Mo for 4 Lines, Free Flagship Phones For Those Who Switch

Tim December 15, 2025 4

Those following carrier news in 2025, you may be aware of Verizon's struggles. Last month, the company's new CEO announced 13...

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