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Instagram Updated to Bring Photo Straightening, Data Usage Controls

Tim October 10, 2013 8

An update is rolling out for Instagram today over on Google Play, bringing with it a photo straightening feature and a few data usage controls for video uploading. While it isn't the biggest update we have seen (we would love to see some more filters possibly)...

Tim October 10, 2013 15

Today, Twitter announced a brand new tablet-optimized application for Galaxy Note 10.1 - 2014 Edition tablet owners. Yes, you read that right, it's a complete overhaul of the tablet app for a single device. The Note 10.1 - 2014 Edition hit the shelves in the U...

Kellen October 10, 2013 1935

So, I'm not exactly sure why there are five unopened Chromecast devices sitting on my desk, but I do know that they need to go away. And that means you have a chance to win one. Well, five of you have a chance to win one since there are that many sitting here...

Tim October 10, 2013 15

This morning, the Outlook team launched a major update for their email client on Android, bringing plenty of new features and even some customization options. Starting today, users can finally perform a server-side search, allowing them to track down emails...

Eric October 10, 2013 99

The One Max from HTC is by no means a small secret. The company has done a terrible job at keeping the newest addition to its One lineup hidden from us, but we won't exactly knock them for that - we enjoy it. We first heard of this device because of the...

Tim October 10, 2013 31

Fitbit unveiled the newest product in the company's fitness lineup this morning, the Force watch. The device has a sleek, minimal look to it, letting users track their daily activities, while also tracking sleep cycles. The watch automatically syncs to the the...

Kellen October 10, 2013 8

When I handed over Dots on the Galaxy Note 3 to my better half last week, the first thing she said after playing it for 2 minutes was, "How do I turn the timer off? I just want to play." Well, dear, here you go. The Dots team introduced Endless Mode last night...

Tim October 10, 2013 22

This morning, LG announced the G Pro Lite, a device set to compete in the 5"+ category in developing markets. As far as the company's press release detailed, it doesn't appear that the phone is hitting North America anytime soon, and that's probably for the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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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Instagram Updated to Bring Photo Straightening, Data Usage Controls

Twitter Releases Tablet-optimized App, Currently Only Available for One Device

Contest: We Have 5 Chromecasts to Give Away!

Outlook App Updated for Android, Brings Colored Themes and Server-side Search

HTC One Max Spotted In the Wild, Looks Enormous

Fitbit Unveils Force, the Newest Watch to Help Track Your Activity and Sleep

Dots Update on Android Introduces Endless Mode, $1.99 as In-app Purchase

LG Announces G Pro Lite, 5.5″ Midrange Device Priced to Compete