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CNBC: Pixel Fold Announcement Coming at Google I/O, on Sale in June

Tim April 18, 2023 14

CNBC is essentially confirming what we already knew back in mid-March -- Google intends to unveil the Pixel Fold at this year's Google I/O, then release it for sale in June. While the timing may not be new, there's a few other tidbits that are certainly worth...

‘Now Playing’ Getting Sweet New Stats Page on Pixel Phones

Tim April 18, 2023 4

Google Pixel's feature called Now Playing is a very handy thing, automatically recognizing songs in the background and displaying that information on your lockscreen. In addition, you can check the history of Now Playing, just in case you want to revisit that...

You Can Now Swap Your Google Play Points for Google Swag, Groceries

Tim April 18, 2023 3

Google Play Points are earned when users spend money on in-app purchases, purchases of apps, or books in Google Play and movies in Google TV. Previously, with those points, you could buy Google Play credit and in-game perks. This week, Google is introducing a...

Pixel Tablet Will Come in Four Colors, Include Charging Dock in Box

Tim April 18, 2023 14

As we near the year's most exciting event for Android fans, that of course being Google I/O, we are learning more and more about the expected devices to be showcased by Google's Pixel division. We have already discussed the Pixel 7a and its reported price bump...

Pixel 7a Price Could Jump to $499

Kellen April 18, 2023 9

In just under a month, you might be able to buy the new Google Pixel 7a. That's according to a new report that believes we'll see Google's new mid-range phone arrive at Google I/O and go on sale with almost immediate availability. The folks at 9to5Google heard...

Rovio Gets Scooped Up by SEGA for $775 Million

Tim April 17, 2023 7

Rovio has entered the process of being purchased by SEGA for three quarters of a billion dollars. That's $775 million. Wow. Rovio isn't a name we drop around these parts too often anymore, mainly because they haven't published a title that has caught our...

Ookla’s Q1 2023 Report: T-Mobile Fastest Carrier, Galaxy S23 Ultra Fastest Device

Tim April 17, 2023 7

Ookla's report for Q1 2023 has been published, highlighting the speed, consistency, availability, and performance of our current 5G landscape here in the US. For those looking to save the time, we can tell you that it's more of the same for T-Mobile. By that I...

Maybe Stay Away From Those Cheap Android TV Boxes?

Tim April 17, 2023 16

If you've ever shopped for an Android TV box before, whether it be on Amazon or somewhere like AliExpress, you've probably seen no shortage of very inexpensive options from manufacturers you've never heard of. These options can be as low as $30, but can...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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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