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July 2023 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen July 5, 2023 28

After releasing a large quarterly platform update and Pixel Feature Drop in June that brought new features and plenty of bug fixes, the July Pixel update is now ready as one of the final Android 13 updates. It is expected to be somewhat minor in comparison to...

Instagram Threads is Coming to Replace Twitter (Updated)

Kellen July 5, 2023 30

Instagram and Meta are preparing to launch a new app this week called Threads. The timing couldn't be better for those frustrated with the current status of Twitter, as this app is one of the many apps trying to act as a replacement or alternative. Details...

July’s Android Security Bulletin is Here, But Not the Pixel Update Yet (Updated)

Kellen July 5, 2023 15

We've explained this for months now, but one more time so that we are all on the same page - Google has done away with releasing Pixel phone updates on the first Monday of each month. That schedule lasted for a number of years and it certainly helped all of us...

Nothing Phone 2 Looks Very Much Like Nothing Phone 1, Which Isn’t a Bad Thing

Tim July 5, 2023 6

The official unveiling of Nothing Phone 2 is scheduled for July 11, but this hype-loving company can't seem to help itself and we're totally fine with that. If you want to know what the next-gen Nothing Phone looks like, look above and also check out MKBHD's...

New Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5 Images Show Continued Hardware Refinements

Tim July 5, 2023 11

We're approaching Samsung's release of its fifth generation of foldable devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. With five years now under the belt of Samsung's foldable team, it's no shock that all of the images we have seen for these devices paint a...

Here’s a Real Life Pixel 8 Pro in the Wild

Kellen July 3, 2023 56

It's a holiday week here in the US and plenty of Google folks are likely on vacations, so could there be a better time to break the NDA you signed to test their unreleased devices, like the Pixel 8 Pro, where you might find yourself in a load of trouble? I've...

Pixel 8 Series Gets Tiny Battery Buff in Charging and Capacity

Kellen July 3, 2023 16

Should a friend or family member ask me for a phone recommendation these days, I don't typically have a standard suggestion each time. Depending on price, carrier, preference of retailer, use cases, and specific needs all factor in to which direction I might...

Goodbye, Good Reddit Apps

Kellen June 30, 2023 43

To kick off June, the world of 3rd party reddit apps was put on notice - prepare to pay by the end of the month or go away, they were essentially told. And well, it's now June 30 and very few appear willing to pay. The end has come for some of the best reddit...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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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