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Here’s the Sweet New Software Updates Page on Android 14 QPR1

Kellen October 5, 2023 9

Within the new Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 update that dropped on Pixel phones today, a new "Software updates" page showed up that lets you know in a flashier way if your device is up-to-date or not. And we aren't just talking about system-level updates - this...

Original Pixel Watch Will Get Wear OS 4 Update “Later This Year”

Kellen October 5, 2023 6

There's a chance you watched the Pixel Watch 2 unveiling yesterday and said, "Cool, I'll stick with my original Pixel Watch." And that's fine! We don't all need to upgrade to the shiny new things whenever the shiny new things show up. But if you did decide to...

Samsung Wallet Gets Mobile Driver’s Licenses, Arizona and Iowa Will Have First Access

Tim October 5, 2023 9

Samsung announced this week that Samsung Wallet now supports mobile driver's licenses, a relatively new way to house and provide identification when shopping and traveling. This builds upon the work Samsung recently did with university IDs, which was only...

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 Update Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen October 5, 2023 5

Android 14 only arrived in stable form yesterday, but Google has another Android 14 update available for testing. The Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2 just dropped for those participating in the program and want to see some bugs squished. Like the previous build, Google...

Typhur’s Sous Vide Station Might Get Me to Finally Try Water Cooking

Tim October 5, 2023 16

Ever heard of Typhur? Before 2023, I was unaware of the company, but I was made familiar with their existence back when a close friend of mine showed me their own Typhur-made InstaProbe after I wouldn't shut up about my beloved MEATER smart meat thermometer....

Google Will Supply Pixel 8 Buyers With 7 Years of Spare Parts, Too

Tim October 5, 2023 20

Google is committed to 7 years of life for the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, whether you plan to use them that long or not. When news first hit that the latest Pixel phones would get 7 years of Android OS and security updates, many minds went directly to the...

$30 Galaxy SmartTag 2 Now Official With 500+ Day Battery Life

Tim October 5, 2023 15

We got our first look at the all new Galaxy SmartTag 2 back in July of this year when it passed through the FCC. Since then, we have been patiently awaiting its launch, and with Google taking over the news this week with new Pixels and Android 14, Samsung...

Google Confirms What We’ve Known: Pixel’s First Monday Update Schedule is Out

Kellen October 5, 2023 18

During yesterday's full reveal of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, hearing Google confirm that it was indeed committing to a full 7 years of updates, that includes Android OS upgrades, is still something I'm not sure we've wrapped our brains around. Updates on a...

Qualcomm Just Told Us the Chip in the Next Samsung Galaxy Watch

Kellen March 2, 2026 18

We have a new wearable chip for the next wave of smartwatches! Chipsets aren't typically an exciting thing to talk about, but...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5 Reasons to Buy Samsung’s Newest Flagship

Tim February 26, 2026 18

We have the brand new Galaxy S26 Ultra from Samsung now up for pre-order. It's quite the looker, featuring a slightly updated...

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Android 17 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Devices!

Tim February 26, 2026 18

Android 17 Beta 2 has been released for Pixel devices. You'll find support for the build all the way back to the Pixel 6...

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There is a Free Double Storage Galaxy S26 Ultra Deal, Plus You Get a $200 Gift Card

Kellen February 26, 2026 18

Samsung is going softer than usual with its Galaxy S26 launch deals and it's kind of bumming me out. Where's the double...

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Samsung Quickly Smacking $700 Off Galaxy S26+

Kellen February 26, 2026 18

With the dust settled from yesterday's Unpacked event, we're still looking for the best Galaxy S26 deals to be had. We know...

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Samsung Quickly Slaps $500 Off Galaxy S26

Kellen February 25, 2026 18

The best Galaxy S26 deal is a quick $500 off from Samsung, thanks to a wide range of trade-in devices worth that much. Buying...

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Galaxy S26 Series Made Official, Starts at $899

Tim February 25, 2026 18

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is now official, and for those who have been following Galaxy news for the past few months, the...

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The Nothing Phone 4a Comes in Pink

Kellen February 25, 2026 18

Earlier in the week, Nothing showed off its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a in a pretty typical mostly-white colorway. The phone...

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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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