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December 2023 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices (Updated)

Kellen December 6, 2023 48

The December update for Pixel devices arrived today and it is a big one. As expected, this is a Pixel Feature Drop and also brings a Quarterly Platform Release (QPR) build into stable that has been in testing for several months. I'm talking about Android 14...

Get a Pixel 7 Pro Starting at $270 Off From Best Buy

Tim December 5, 2023 1

My favorite Android phone of 2022, the Pixel 7 Pro, is currently on sale at a well discounted price via Best Buy, with the retailer selling the device at $270 off the usual price when you get the 128GB model. Should you need more storage, the discounts only...

OnePlus 12 Goes Official in China and Here are the Wild Specs

Kellen December 5, 2023 14

The OnePlus 12 is an official phone as of today, but don't prepare your wallet yet if you like what you read and decide it should be your next. For now, OnePlus has only announced the 12 for China, although we fully expect there to be a global launch in the...

ExpressVPN on Android TV Goes Dark… Mode

Tim December 5, 2023 1

An update is headed out to the official ExpressVPN app for Android TV users, one that brings the always coveted Dark Mode to the app. Mmm, so dark. It's not only Dark Mode that's being introduced, though. In addition, the VPN company details that a more...

Pixel 8 Lineup Gets Night Sight in Time Lapse, Updated UI for Older Pixels

Tim December 5, 2023 5

In the latest version of the Pixel Camera app (v9.2) that is headed out to Google Pixel owners, Google has added a brand new feature for users to play with: Night Sight in Time Lapse. Exclusive for now to Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, with this new feature, you're...

Beeper Mini Makes iMessage on Android Simple, Only Requires a Phone Number

Kellen December 5, 2023 37

Having iMessage on Android is a topic that won't ever go away until Apple officially releases an iMessage client. Until then (which may be never), we'll continue to share with you options you have as an Android user to make your messaging experiences with...

December’s Android Security Bulletin Arrives, But No Pixel Update Yet

Kellen December 4, 2023 9

Because Google's update schedule is not what it once was, we like to help you keep track of each month's update. And by keeping track, I mean that we'll let you know on the first Monday of the month if there is an update or if you need to wait just a bit...

Google TV Creates Holiday Movie Advent Calendar

Kellen December 4, 2023 2

Need some new ideas for holiday movies this month? Google TV has kicked off an advent calendar of flicks to help you decide and maybe introduce you to something you haven't seen before. Through the main Google TV page, Google will showcase a new movie each day...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 2

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 2

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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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