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Pixel 7a Gets Hands-On Video Treatment

Tim January 3, 2023 13

Google's Pixel 7a is getting a little hands-on video and photo treatment this week, thanks to someone who appears to be located in Vietnam, the assumed country of production for this particular model of device. The video was posted to a private Pixel fan...

Google Fixes 7 Bugs in January Pixel Update, Adds Spatial Audio Support

Kellen January 3, 2023 18

The January Android update is rolling out now to Google Pixel phones and it brings a bit more than just security patches. Google is addressing several bugs, but as was promised, Spatial Audio is here for devices like the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7. We are still...

January 2023 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Phones

Kellen January 3, 2023 33

Welcome to a new year and also to the first Google Pixel update of the year. Google kicked off 2023 by releasing the January Android security patch and update for the Pixel 4a up through the Pixel 7. I know this may seem like a day late and a weird Tuesday...

Report: Pixel Fold Mass Production Starts Q3

Tim January 3, 2023 30

According to the latest report from South Korea, home to Samsung Display who is reported to be producing the display used on the Pixel Fold, Google will finally begin mass production of its foldable device in Q3 of this year. This news has been a long time...

Fossil’s New Gen 6 Hybrid Wellness Edition Goes Official

Kellen January 3, 2023

Fossil announced another new smartwatch this week, this time in the e-ink category and without Wear OS. The Fossil Gen 6 Hybrid now comes in a Wellness Edition, just like the regular Gen 6, but it has super long battery life, what should be a simpler UI, and...

OnePlus 11 Out Here Dancing, Shining in Hands a Bit Early

Kellen January 2, 2023 4

OnePlus is apparently hosting some sort of OnePlus 11 reveal event in China this week, possibly signaling a similarly weird launch like we saw with last year's OnePlus 10 Pro. If you recall, OnePlus first launched the 10 Pro in China just as the clocked...

Motorola’s MA1 Wireless Android Auto Adapter is $30 Off

Kellen January 2, 2023 16

If you happen to own a car with Android Auto, but that Android Auto experience is not of the wireless type, a device like the Motorola MA1 seems like a no-brainer. As we slide into this new year, the MA1 is already on sale with a solid discount to help make...

Telegram Update Adds Spoiler Alerts, Profile Pic Controls, and Lots More

Kellen December 30, 2022 3

Telegram pushed out a big update today to celebrate the end of 2022, filled with new features, including a way to add spoiler covers, control even more storage settings, new drawing and text tools, customizable profile pics for contacts, and more. The big...

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 Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 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...

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Pixel 7 Pro: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim October 13, 2022 13

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 13

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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