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The Next 3 Years of Google Pixel Phones Leaks in Roadmap Form

Kellen December 22, 2022 23

If someone were to ask me what I expected from Google in 2023, I'd probably suggest more of the same from 2022 - so a Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, and 8 Pro - only with a decent chance at their first foldable launching alongside the rest. After that, well, I try not to...

YouTube Inks Multi-Year Deal for NFL Sunday Ticket

Tim December 22, 2022 21

YouTube announced a new multi-year deal with the NFL this morning, confirming that it is indeed bringing Sunday Ticket to both YouTube TV as an add-on package, as well as a standalone a-la-carte offering on YouTube's Primetime Channels. For football fans, it's...

Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 Pro Voted Best Cameras by the People

Kellen December 22, 2022 10

Who doesn't love a good camera battle that aims to crown a phone as the best in the business? I'm (especially) here for it when the battle takes in lots of data, various camera modes, prices, and more to help truly decide what might be the best smartphone...

Redditor Compiles Solid ‘Best Android Games of 2022’ List

Tim December 21, 2022 4

We have already provided you with our list of top Android phones for the year of 2022. If you need yet another end of year list, let me introduce you to a redditor by the name of NimbleThor. This individual has gone ahead and ranked 43 Android games from this...

Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro in Obsidian See Price Sneak Even Lower

Kellen December 21, 2022 14

For most of the past couple of months, Google has run deals on the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro that shave off $100 and $150, respectively. That brings the price down on our favorite phones of 2022 to incredible levels, making them without a doubt the best buys in...

Wednesday Poll: What’s Your Top Android Phone of 2022?

Tim December 21, 2022 19

We already gave you our top Android phones of 2022, so now it is your turn. As you'll see from the list below, there are plenty of options to choose from, and because of that, we have upped your allotted votes to two. Now you don't have to choose between the...

Galaxy S22 Catches Up on December Update, Android 13 for S20 FE

Kellen December 21, 2022 5

After updating almost all of the still-supported Samsung phones to the December Android update last week, Verizon is providing a bit of pre-holiday joy by updating all Galaxy S20 models and all of the Galaxy S22 line-up. For the Galaxy S20 FE, users will see...

Google Meet Adds a Bunch of Silly Filters for Work Folks

Kellen December 21, 2022 3

Filters in video calls are always a fun time when kids get ahold of a phone or computer and act like the children they are. When it's your coworker, I'm not sure the same level of joy can be found because you know the guy that's about to put one on. He's not...

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 3

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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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