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Google Releases Updated Standalone Apps for Docs, Sheets, and Slides

Tim April 30, 2014 59

While Google Drive is a centralized hub for storing and editing your documents in the cloud, Google wanted to make it easier for users to access specific types of documents while on the go. To do this, the company has released updated standalone applications...

Yahoo Screen App Allows Users to Stream SNL, South Park, and Tosh.O

Tim April 30, 2014 7

In need of one more app to stream all of your favorite content with? Well, Yahoo just released the Yahoo Screen app for Android, which has been available on iOS devices since last September. It may be just a tad late, but from the quality of content we are...

GO Launcher 5.0 Teased, Comes With Complete Redesign and New Features

Tim April 30, 2014 48

The developers of GO Launcher have started the teasing process for an upcoming major update that is set for release sometime in May. There are not many details, but what we do know is that the app has been reportedly reworked from the ground up, and will bring...

Deal: Nexus 5 32GB in White, Black, or Red for $394 With Free Shipping

Kellen April 30, 2014 30

This isn't exactly the king of all deals, but if you were considering the Nexus 5 with 32GB of storage, eBay has it available in white, black or red for $394.99 plus free economy shipping. Google sells it for $399 with shipping that starts at $9.99 and goes up...

Google Glass Update Improves Backups and Call Handling

Rithvik April 29, 2014 18

In case you jumped on Google's April 15th Glass push, you may be itching for some software updates for your luxury eyewear. Google has answered your call, of course, and will be dropping those enhancements to the device over the course of the week, including...

OnePlus One Production Update: Late June is Your Best Bet for Buying One

Kellen April 29, 2014 50

We now know, at least for a minute, when you will be able to buy the Oppo OnePlus One. According to the company's official forums, they now have a better grasp on which units need to be the focus of production and have scheduled "later in June" as the time...

Deal: Refurbished Nexus 7 (2013) From eBay for $140, With Free Shipping

Kellen April 29, 2014 30

There is a good chance that Google gives us a Nexus 7 (2014) in a couple of months, but that doesn't mean the 2013 model shouldn't be considered for your next 7-inch tablet, especially at the rock bottom prices we keep seeing through daily deal sites. Take for...

OnePlus One Hands-on: Video and Gallery

Tim April 29, 2014 127

We are live in San Francisco at a OnePlus One event, hosted by the Cyanogen Inc. crew, and have been given the opportunity to get hands-on time with the newly-announced device. It was only late last week when the device finally became official, and already,...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 127

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 127

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 127

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 127

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 127

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 127

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 127

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 127

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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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