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Samsung Begins One UI 5.1.1, One UI Watch 5 Rollout to Older Galaxy Devices

Tim August 15, 2023 3

Samsung announced this evening that it will begin rolling out the latest version of One UI, which is One UI 5.1.1 and launched with the latest Galaxy foldables, later this week to the past generation of Galaxy Z devices. First to get the update will be the...

Android Gesture Navigation: Four Years Later, Do We Love It?

Kellen August 15, 2023 72

It's wild to think that the current Android gesture navigation system has been around since Android Q, which eventually launched as Android 10. At the time of that system's initial introduction, I was pretty critical of it as a step in the wrong direction, as...

YouTube Samples are Here to Help You Keep Discovering Your Next Jam

Kellen August 15, 2023 3

YouTube Music is adding a new discovery tool that is rolling out today. Called "Samples," you'll find a new tab in the app that works a lot like Reels in Instagram, where you can flip through short clips with a swipe and then take action if you see something...

Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Fold 5 See First Update Since Launch (Updated)

Kellen August 15, 2023 1

If you bought a Galaxy Z Flip 5 or Galaxy Z Fold 5 at launch, there may be an update waiting for you to download. That's at least according to Verizon, who is either suggesting those phones on its network need an out-of-box update or they are setting the...

Google Photos Update Adds New Memories Tab and a Bunch of Features

Kellen August 15, 2023 5

Google knows how much we all appreciate the Memories they send us on a daily basis about past trips or life events. In fact, their numbers show that 500 million people use the Memories feature in Google Photos each month - we all clearly love the Memories they...

Verizon’s 5G Network Gets More C-Band Access, Should Boost Your Speeds Immediately

Kellen August 15, 2023 23

When Verizon spent all of those billions back in March 2021 to acquire C-band spectrum to try and catch-up to T-Mobile's huge lead in the mid-band 5G spectrum race, they were hoping to deploy it all by the end of 2023. Throughout much of 2022 and 2023, they've...

You Didn’t Miss Out on Great Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Watch 6 Deals

Kellen August 14, 2023 4

For the most part, it's OK that you didn't take advantage of the pre-order deals Samsung offered for its new line-up of devices. If the time wasn't right then and is now, you can still save a ton of money on the Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Galaxy...

Telegram Stories Launch for All, No Premium Subscription Required

Kellen August 14, 2023 4

Almost a month ago now, Telegram unwrapped a Stories feature for premium users that tried to take one of Instagram's most popular feature and embed it within a messaging app. That Stories feature is now available for everyone in an update released to celebrate...

Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 15, 2026 4

Android 17 Beta is officially live and we've got it up and running on a Pixel 10 Pro. You could have it on your device as...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Actually Here for Your Pixel

Kellen February 13, 2026 4

UPDATE FEBRUARY 13 - Google tried to ship out the first Android 17 Beta 1 update a couple of days ago, but something forced...

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Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026 4

We have already seen a few Pixel 10a renders, but as we have gotten closer to a launch day, the quality of said renders has...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 4

Google surprised the Android world this afternoon by announcing that Android 17 Beta 1 is arriving "soon." Yeah, Android 17,...

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Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Scheduled for February 25

Tim February 10, 2026 4

Samsung has booked the date at which they will unveil the Galaxy S26 series. February 25 is the day, 10am PT (1pm ET) is the...

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AT&T’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 4

For those looking for the best AT&T unlimited plan, the choices are pretty simple to narrow down, thanks to AT&T only...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 4

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 4

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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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