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Google’s Turning Your Android Phone Into a USB Webcam

Tim February 3, 2023 8

Google is working to allow users to easily turn an Android device into a USB plug n' play webcam. Currently, this functionality exists via 3rd-party applications, but with Google's new code, it should be as easy as plugging in your device to a computer. Done....

VIDEO: Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing!

Tim February 3, 2023 13

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 month. Before we dive into a review, we need to unbox it, so let's get to it. Pre-Order S23 Ultra, Save Up to $830 Thanks to Samsung...

Google’s 2022 Pixel Phones Were “Best Selling” Ever

Kellen February 2, 2023 26

Earnings report season is upon and Google is the latest to share their most recent quarterly numbers. As someone who doesn't pay much attention to how well the company is doing financially, I'm not here to tell you about their outlook, weird over-focus on AI,...

Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Software Support Such a Major Reason to Buy

Kellen February 2, 2023 5

That title is specific to what Samsung announced this week because the devices are still fresh in our minds, but it really stands for any major device they've made back through the Galaxy S21. Samsung continuing to provide support like no other Android maker...

Buying a Galaxy S23 or Galaxy S23 Ultra?

Kellen February 2, 2023 56

When a new phone drops - or in this case three new phones - we like to check the hype around it, to see if you are all feelin' it right away or hesitating for some reason. Now that the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra are official and pre-orders...

Galaxy Watch 4, Watch 5 Lineups Getting Camera Controller Update

Tim February 2, 2023 6

Software updates are now rolling out to the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 5 lineups, containing the changes Samsung outlined last month. There's fresh camera controls, allowing you to direct zoom levels on your phone's camera directly from the watch, as well...

EA Shutting Down Apex Legends Mobile, Ceases Battlefield Mobile Development

Tim February 1, 2023 3

Well, this is a downer. EA announced this week that it is shutting down Apex Legends Mobile and ceasing Battlefield Mobile development. Having launched last May, Apex Legends Mobile was a very well-liked game it seemed. It was near the top of all end-of-year...

New Android 13 QPR2 Beta 3 Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen February 1, 2023 9

Google released Android 13 QPR2 Beta 3 for select Pixel devices on Samsung's big day. Not nice, man. As of right now, if you own a Pixel 4a, Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 6 or 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, or Pixel 7 or 7 Pro, you can grab the latest beta. The...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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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