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OnePlus Pad Goes Up for Blind Pre-Order That’ll Cost You $99

Kellen April 10, 2023 12

Alongside the launch of the OnePlus 11, OnePlus showed off its first tablet, the OnePlus Pad. The device grabbed our attention because it was quite a surprise in world full of leaks, but also because so few device makers in the Android space have shown...

Google Might Help You Find Your Pixel Even If It’s Turned Off

Kellen April 7, 2023 8

I can't imagine the awful feeling that would hit your gut if you realized you lost your phone or that someone had stolen it. Our lives are so attached to smartphones that being without one while on the go, knowing that someone else might be trying to access...

YouTube Music Adds Real-Time Lyrics

Kellen April 7, 2023 4

Lyrics within a music app are the type of feature that you may not use every time you turn on a new tune, but as you listen enough or laugh at the lyrics your friend just shouted (that were clearly wrong), they can come in handy to prove your lyrical clout....

Google Sets Date to Shutdown Nest Secure and Dropcams

Kellen April 7, 2023 10

Google is shutting down support for a new round of products, the company announced to end the week. Owners of the Nest Secure and Dropcam devices have a year to find replacements or hope that Google will offer them a free or discounted option. In Nest...

Google’s Recent Pixel Update Struggles Leave Us Wondering

Kellen April 7, 2023 47

The first Monday of each new month is famous around these parts as the day Google releases Pixel phone updates. We've circled their dates throughout years of Pixel phone releases and relayed the info back to you as quickly as possible once it has gone live....

Great News: T-Mobile Will Offer Free MLB TV Through 2028

Tim April 6, 2023 12

Great news, T-Mobile customers. Announced this morning, T-Mobile and MLB are continuing its partnership, with the biggest news out of that being customers will continue to be gifted a free season of MLB TV each season through 2028. That's five more years of...

Android 13 QPR3 Beta 2.1 Released to Update Pixel Modems

Kellen April 6, 2023 6

Google Pixel phone owners who are a part of the Android Beta program for Android 13 QPR3 picked up a beta 2 update only last week. It appears Google wanted to rush out a quick fix for something, as Android 13 QPR3 Beta 2.1 is already here. If you own a Pixel...

Two Months Later: Galaxy S23 Ultra Still My Daily

Tim April 6, 2023 38

Two months ago I posted my full review of the Galaxy S23 Ultra. At the time, I claimed that this device was like "déjà vu with slight upgrades." I'm hoping that wasn't taken in any sort of negative connotation as it's not meant to be. It's déjà vu because the...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 38

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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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