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Assistant Driving Mode in Google Maps is Shutting Down

Kellen February 1, 2024 6

Hey guys, Google is about to end another service that was sort-of a part of Google Assistant. I know, shocking. Google Assistant Driving Mode from within Google Maps will go away in February. Oh, we're in February! This feature will disappear this month,...

Nothing Makes Phone 2a Official and Dances Around the Details

Kellen February 1, 2024 3

Nothing has a new phone on the horizon and is expected to fully reveal it at an event towards the end of February at MWC. This morning, they made that device official, at least in name. The Nothing Phone (2a) is coming soon. Through a community update, Nothing...

Google Shares Pixel Phone Fix for Storage Issues After Google Play System Update

Kellen January 31, 2024 3

The Google Play System update for January has caused some problems on a "small number" of Pixel phones and Google has acknowledged the issue today. Through a community post, Google talks through a storage issue that popped up, saying that they are working on a...

It’s Galaxy S24 Launch Day, Best Buy Giving Out $150 Gift Cards With Purchase

Tim January 31, 2024 1

It's officially Galaxy S24 launch day, and luckily for many, the deals are still solid. Over at Best Buy, for anyone who purchases a Galaxy S24 smartphone, you're in line for a free gift card to do some extra shopping. Galaxy S24 Ultra Review: Such a Good...

This Week 6 Years Ago, Google Paid $1B for HTC’s Pixel Team

Tim January 31, 2024 17

In late 2017, Google announced that it had entered a cooperation agreement with HTC to acquire the talent who worked on the early HTC-made Pixel devices. At the time, HTC was struggling financially, so many on the outside saw it as more of a helpful gesture...

Android 14 QPR2 Beta 3.2 Released for Pixel 5a

Kellen January 31, 2024 1

Google pushed out a new Android 14 QPR2 beta update today, but don't get too excited just yet. This new build, labeled as QPR2 3.2, is only for the Pixel 5a. After reading through the fix list, it sure sounds like the 3.1 update caused all sorts of havoc on...

Galaxy Fit 3 Leaked in Full With Upgraded Hardware, Design

Tim January 31, 2024 6

It looks like Samsung is about to unveil a new Galaxy Fit wearable, which should be exciting for those who task Samsung and its ecosystem with keeping track of their health and wellness. Called the Galaxy Fit 3, leaked promotional material show off very...

Circle to Search Finally Rolling Out to Pixel 8 Phones

Kellen January 31, 2024 12

When Google first announced its new Circle to Search feature, they did so alongside the launch of the Galaxy S24. At that time, they said for Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro owners to expect access to it as well, only they'd have to wait until January 31 when the...

Android 15 Beta 1.2 Released in Record Time to Fix More Bugs

Kellen April 25, 2024 12

It has been only 3 days since we shared news of Android 15 Beta 1.1's arrival and we're already back to tell you about yet...

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Android 15 Beta 1.1 Update is Here to Squash NFC Bugs

Kellen April 22, 2024 12

Google pushed out a minor update to the first Android 15 Beta today to fix a few big bugs. The new update arrives as Android...

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Pixel 9 Pro Prototype Leaks and Looks as Awesome as Expected

Kellen April 19, 2024 12

A purported prototype of the Pixel 9 Pro has found its way on the Internet, giving us an early real-life look at Google's...

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Google Posts New April Update Build for Pixel 7 and Pixel 8 (Updated)

Kellen April 17, 2024 12

When we asked everyone a week ago if the April Google Pixel update was treating them well, we did so because we also wanted...

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Report: New Exynos Modem for Pixel 9 Lineup, Plus Satellite Connectivity

Tim April 15, 2024 12

Since early this year, there's been no shortage of Pixel 9 leaks and rumors. We're now officially midway through April and...

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The First Android 15 Beta is Here!

Kellen April 11, 2024 12

Right on schedule, Google has released Android 15 Beta 1 for your Pixel to download and dance with. We've already been...

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Google’s New Find My Device Network is Here

Kellen April 8, 2024 12

All signs last week pointed to Google's new Find My Device network finally launching today and that has indeed happened. Find...

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Google Podcasts is Officially Done

Kellen April 4, 2024 12

The time has come - Google Podcasts is no more and you need to find an alternative or just use YouTube Music. This happened...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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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Google Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 12, 2022 6

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are here! Well, we've had them for a good week now, but yours should be arriving at any...

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