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Google’s Nearby Share for Windows is Pretty Awesome

Kellen April 4, 2023 12

Over the weekend, Google announced that its Nearby Share app for Windows was now available in beta. It was weird timing (being on a weekend) because the release of this app is a pretty big deal for those who have wanted easier ways to share files back and...

OnePlus Nord Buds 2 Have ANC, Cost Only $59

Tim April 4, 2023 5

OnePlus has a new set of earbuds hitting the market this week, the Nord Buds 2, priced at an incredibly reasonable $59, all while featuring what we would label as top-end specs like ANC and a respectable IP55 rating. Sound wise, OnePlus lists a 12.4mm dynamic...

Galaxy Watch 4, Watch 5 Series Can Now Connect Directly to Your Peloton

Tim April 4, 2023 10

Peloton runners, bikers, and rowers who also find themselves a part of the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem are in for a new treat this week. Samsung and Peloton announced that the Peloton Watch App is now available for both the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5...

Verizon Shares Some Info on April’s Google Pixel Update

Kellen April 4, 2023 28

For the second month in a row, Google missed its typical release schedule for its monthly Pixel update. Since a delay means no info provided by Google, we are left looking elsewhere for details on why an update is missing or what the update could include when...

Google Voice Gets Its Fancy Material You Design in Update

Kellen April 4, 2023 10

Google Voice, the neglected calling, messaging, and voicemail app from Google, is getting a solid update this week that brings its design (almost) up to the level of many other modern apps. A Material You-like update started rolling out days ago and is hitting...

Samsung’s Galaxy S10 Line Hits End-of-Life for Update Support

Kellen April 4, 2023 5

We predicted a few weeks back that this moment was around the corner and here we are - the Samsung Galaxy S10 line is done receiving updates. After receiving regular updates for a full 4 years, the time has come for Samsung's oldest supported Galaxy S series....

This Galaxy Z Flip 5 Cover Display Mockup is Intriguing

Tim April 3, 2023 10

Good things come in pairs. Earlier today, we learned about how the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will feature an upgraded hinge system and slimmer design. Both good things. Now we're learning about its sibling device, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and its exterior design. According...

Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro at $150 Off is Such a Good Deal Still

Tim April 3, 2023 17

It feels necessary to re-highlight that buyers can still snag both the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro at their best prices since launch. Amazon has the two models available for $150 off their retail pricing, which makes these prices the best we've ever seen. It's...

Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025 17

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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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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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