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TBT: Galaxy S23 Ultra Inbound? Insert Your S Pen Backwards Without Fear

Tim February 9, 2023 12

The year is 2015 and Samsung hasn't yet realized that if a human is given an opportunity to do something dumb, they're gonna do it. In this case, I refer, of course, to the Galaxy Note 5 and the infamous S Pen debacle. Related: Pre-Order the Galaxy S23 Ultra...

What’s New in Android 14 Developer Preview 1?

Kellen February 8, 2023 10

The first developer preview of Android 14 dropped earlier today and we were quick to flash it. Our Pixel 7 and Pixel 6 devices are up and running this new version of Android in hopes that we'd find a whole bunch of fun stuff to share back with you. As it turns...

VIDEO: First 10 Things to Do With Galaxy S23 Ultra!

Tim February 8, 2023 10

Those who pre-ordered the Galaxy S23 Ultra will soon have their shiny new Samsung device headed their way, so in order to prepare you for that eventuality, we're here to present to you the First 10 Things to Do. Pre-Order Galaxy S23 Ultra, Save Lots of Money...

Android 14 Arrives as First Developer Preview for Pixel Phones

Kellen February 8, 2023 9

Surprise! Android 14 is here! Google released the first Android 14 Developer Preview on the world this morning in celebration of LeBron breaking the NBA scoring record. Actually, this has nothing to do with that bundle of greatness from last night, but...

Google Maps Immersive View Starts Rolling Out, Gets Glanceable Directions Too

Kellen February 8, 2023 11

It's a day for Google Maps it seems, with Google announcing several big updates or features to an app of theirs that I'm not sure the world could live without. Seriously, what would we do without Google Maps? Anyways, the big changes announced today involve...

RootMetrics Report: Verizon By Far Most Reliable, Fast, and… Reliable

Tim February 7, 2023 24

RootMetrics has published its State of the Mobile Union, based on data collected during the second half of 2022. The findings are rather interesting, at least when we put them up against findings from the other firms that track this sort of thing. According to...

OnePlus Pad Goes Official as a Tablet to Put on Your List

Kellen February 7, 2023 16

In a bit of a surprise move, although it was teased in the week or so prior to day, OnePlus announced the OnePlus Pad, its first entry into the tablet market. While the launch details are limited, I can at least tell you everything else I know about this...

OnePlus Buds Pro 2 Arrive in the US Too, Priced at $179 With Spatial Audio

Kellen February 7, 2023 3

Alongside the OnePlus 11 today, we have the OnePlus Buds Pro 2, the new high-end true wireless earbuds from OnePlus with a handful of standout features. The OnePlus Buds Pro 2 are one of the first to support Android 13's Spatial Audio, bringing you multi-...

Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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

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

Tim December 29, 2025 3

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 3

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 3

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’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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