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Android 14 Beta 1 Bug Fixes for Missing Network Icon, Wallpaper Crash

Kellen April 13, 2023 7

The Android 14 Beta 1 threw itself onto our Pixel phones yesterday and we dove in looking for fresh changes to share with you. While there weren't really any notable changes that we hadn't already shared from the developer preview builds, there were a couple...

Buy Discounted Pixel Device, Play With Android 14 Beta ($150 Off Lineup)

Tim April 13, 2023 2

Maybe you don't own a Pixel phone or your existing Pixel phone is too old to support the Android 14 beta? If that's you, now would be a good time to upgrade to a new Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, or Pixel 7 Pro. Each of these devices supports the brand new Android 14...

April Updates Start Arriving for Samsung Phones (Updated)

Kellen April 13, 2023 16

Google is late again with its monthly Pixel update, but that never slows or influences when Samsung will push new security patches to its own phones. We're not yet a full week into April and Samsung is already pushing updates to phones like the Galaxy S21...

Heads Up: HBO Max Becomes Just ‘Max’ on May 23

Tim April 12, 2023 23

Curious what the name will be when HBO Max and Discovery+ become a single entity? It's pretty simple. Max. The service will have all of the same HBO Max content you know and love, but it will now also include all of Discovery+'s content, too. That means more...

Android 14 Beta 1 Arrives for Pixel Phones!

Kellen April 12, 2023 31

The first Android 14 Beta is here! After a couple of Android 14 Developer Preview builds, Google has released the first Android 14 Beta 1 update for all of the supported Pixel phones. If you want to download Android 14 Beta onto your Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5,...

DEAL: Galaxy S23 Line Discounted at Amazon, Up to $200 Off

Tim April 12, 2023 4

Amazon is hosting a sale on the entire Galaxy S23 lineup, all the way from the small and fantastic Galaxy S23 to the large and in charge Galaxy S23 Ultra. Read: Galaxy S23+ Review | S23 Ultra Review Currently, you can snag the Galaxy S23 (Kellen's current...

Google Maps Now Contains All Info You Need Concerning US National Parks

Tim April 11, 2023 3

Google announced four new features for the Maps app on Android and iOS this week, all centered on our national parks system here in the US. If you find yourself visiting these lovely locations, this update is for you. In the update, users can now quickly...

Verizon Raises Rates on a Bunch of Older Unlimited Plans

Kellen April 11, 2023 27

Verizon is set to raise rates on a bundle of plans this week, all of which are on the older side and have not been offered for some time. No, this isn't another rate increase on that old legacy unlimited plan - this is an increase on a bunch of other unlimited...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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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