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Report: Pixel Fold is Heavy, But Has Bigger Battery Than Galaxy Z Fold 4

Tim February 21, 2023 18

We are beginning to learn additional details about the upcoming Pixel Fold from Google, with the device starting to take shape via device renders, dimension leaks, and now, 3rd-party sources who have presumably gotten to play with the device. According to a...

OnePlus Teases OnePlus 11 Concept With Fancy Light Show Backside

Tim February 20, 2023 4

MWC is coming up and OnePlus will use the occasion to showcase its latest concept, the OnePlus 11 Concept with "Flowing Backside." From what we can gather from the few images shared, the phone will feature a pipeline on its backside carrying what we assume to...

Verizon Galaxy Z Flip 4, Fold 4 Snag One UI 5.1 Update

Tim February 20, 2023 1

The One UI 5.1 update is making its way to more devices to start this week off, this time it's the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4. If you're on Verizon, this update should be pinged your phone as we speak, but if you're on another carrier, this rollout...

Make It Stop: Facebook Intros $12/Month Account Verification

Tim February 20, 2023 27

Fancy yourself a creator or influencer and afraid someone may try to impersonate you? Have I got the next great subscription service for your life: Meta Verified, a $12/month service that will verify your accounts across the Meta-owned platforms and ensure...

Question: What Authenticator App Do You Use?

Tim February 20, 2023 57

If you didn't see the big Twitter news this weekend, the folks who run the app decided to place SMS two-factor authentication behind a paywall. This was funny infuriating for a couple of reasons, but one of the arguments I saw from those who seemed fine with...

PSA: That Google Assistant, Calendar Reminders Migration is Happening Soon

Tim February 17, 2023 10

Last year, Google announced that Google Assistant and Google Calendar reminders were headed to a new home inside of Google Tasks via a migration. Well, that hasn't changed, with Google providing a timeline of what users can expect. There are three different...

Verizon Galaxy S22 Family Receiving One UI 5.1 Upgrade

Tim February 17, 2023 7

Just as Samsung said it would, the One UI 5.1 upgrade (Android 13) is officially rolling out to older Galaxy devices. The first we're seeing is the Galaxy S22 lineup, which we don't really want to call old, given they were only released last year. Anyway, the...

It’s Galaxy S23 Launch Day, Still Plenty of Savings to be Had

Tim February 17, 2023 30

It's official launch day for the Galaxy S23 lineup, meaning there's a high chance you could walk into your local phone retailer and snag one of these premium devices should you so choose. Am I recommending you do such a thing? Yes, totally, if you're in need...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 30

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 30

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 30

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 30

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 30

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 30

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 30

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 30

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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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