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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...

Report: Galaxy Z Fold 5 Hardware, Hinge System Nearly Perfect

Tim April 3, 2023 24

Fresh intel out of South Korea has us believing that Samsung, with its fifth generation model, has perfected the hardware and hinge system on the Galaxy Z Fold. It's reported that the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will be lighter, thinner, and also feature a completely...

Sony, Why are You Like This?

Tim March 31, 2023 13

Let's get one thing straight: Sony makes good phones. The hardware is always nice and the software has taken positive steps to becoming a perfectly usable skin atop what's usually the latest build of Android. The camera experience is top notch, and overall,...

How to Pair Your Pixel Watch to a New Phone Without Factory Resetting

Kellen March 30, 2023 4

You can't. That's the short answer anyway. But no, you can't change to a new phone and bring your Google Pixel Watch with it without factory resetting. I wish I could tell you the reasoning behind it. All I know is that Wear OS has been this way from the...

Purple Gets Love With New $449 Galaxy A54, Now Up for Pre-Order

Tim March 30, 2023 4

$1K phone haters, this one is for you. Samsung's latest A-series device is now up for pre-order, priced at a very affordable $449. The Galaxy A54, while less expensive than devices like the Galaxy S23 and OnePlus 11, still features specs that should allow it...

Galaxy S23 Getting a Big Time Camera Update With Autofocus Improvements, More

Kellen March 30, 2023 6

The Samsung Galaxy S23 line launched with one of the best camera solutions in the industry. But now that we're a month from launch, we get to see the areas of improvement that Samsung has decided to focus on out of the gate. Up first we have the camera, which...

TBT: HTC Phones x Beats Audio, a Game Changer

Tim March 30, 2023 22

Earlier this week, Kellen and I were discussing this idea that Android used to be fun. While I could argue that it's still fun, there are certain examples from about 10 years ago that do give credit to the notion that Android was indeed much more fun in past...

2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 22

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 22

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 22

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 22

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 22

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 22

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 22

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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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025 22

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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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