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Plex for Android Updated, Automatic Camera Uploads Introduced

Eric May 13, 2014 9

Users of the media server service Plex will be excited to hear about the latest update to the Android application, which went live on Google Play today. Starting with the update, if you are a Plex Pass user, you will now have the option to automatically upload...

Minuum Debuts What Their Keyboard Will Look Like on Google Glass

Eric May 13, 2014 30

The third-party keyboard Minuum has already made an impact on the Android tablet and phone markets, but its creators are now looking to expand their services to other devices. In a blog post today, Minuum said that smart glasses will now have the same...

Moto E Unboxing and Tour

Kellen May 13, 2014 50

With a Moto E freshly announced and already in our hands, we couldn't help but whip up a quick unboxing. The phone, while meant for emerging markets and the prepaid world, is incredibly affordable at $129 off-contract. It carries decent specs for a phone...

References to Nexus 8 and Nexus 6 Spotted in Chromium Code

Kyle May 13, 2014 80

Google is widely expected to unveil an 8.9-inch tablet and new Nexus smartphone this year, but the official names of the products currently remain a mystery. References in the Chromium Review Code, uncovered by Smart Droid, suggest that the tablet will be...

Verizon to Launch “XLTE” Brand in AWS Markets on May 19

Kellen May 13, 2014 146

According to sources of ours, Verizon is planning to launch an "XLTE" network in markets that are covered by their AWS spectrum. As you may recall, Verizon announced that they expected to have AWS spectrum deployed in up to 50 markets by mid-2014, nationwide...

LG Announces Lifeband Touch and Heart Rate Earphones Availability, Pricing

Kyle May 13, 2014 26

If you have not yet noticed, wearables are the "next big thing." That is why companies like Motorola, Sony, and Samsung will be vying for your wrist this summer with a virtual onslaught of new athletic bands and smartwatches. One of the first companies out of...

Improve Your English Skills With Spell Up, Google’s Latest Chrome Experiment

Eric May 13, 2014 10

The voice recognition that Google has developed for almost all of its peripherals is a fairly advanced one. It powers Google Now, Google Translate, and a ton more services that we use all of the time. Today, that recognition system is taking on a more...

Sonos Remote Updated, Refreshed UI and Universal Search in Tow

Kyle May 13, 2014 7

When it comes to multi-room wireless speaker setups, Sonos is second to none in terms of simplicity. You pay a hefty premium for that ease of use, but it's tough to complain when your money is partially funding development of Sonos' excellent Android app,...

What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025 7

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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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