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Here’s the Google Pixel 7a

Tim November 29, 2022 16

It's now late November, but there isn't much about the upcoming Pixel 7a from Google that we don't know. There has been plenty of reports that detailed rumored specs and materials to be used, so it's fitting that we now have unofficial renders of the device...

New Legend, Game Mode, and Battle Pass Come to Apex Legends Mobile

Tim November 29, 2022 16

EA announced a big update for Apex Legends Mobile this week, one that includes a new legend character, new battle pass, game mode, and more. For anyone who has played this game on console or PC, you'll know the new legend character. His name is Revenant and he...

Google Said to be Working on Gmail and Calendar Apps for Wear OS

Kellen November 29, 2022 16

This may come as a surprise to those who have not yet owned a Wear OS watch, but Google doesn't have Gmail or Calendar apps on the platform. That's not to say that you can't interact with both services, see their notifications, etc., or that either is not a...

Samsung May Soon Launch Self Repair Assistant App for DIYers

Tim November 28, 2022 16

It looks like Samsung is really getting into the idea of self repair, with a trademark recently filed for an app called Self Repair Assistant, seemingly developed to help DIYers in their quest to fix up their own technological goodies, instead of needing the...

Get My Favorite Pixel 7 Pro Case at 50% Off Today!

Tim November 28, 2022 16

You've probably heard me talk about Totallee before. They make my favorite cases for Android phones, but the main complaint I see from potential buyers is the price. It's true, they're usually $40 which can be a little much for what you're getting. Thanks to...

No More Google Maps, Google Keep for Wear OS 2 Devices (Updated)

Tim November 28, 2022 16

For those who are wearing a Wear OS device that won't be getting the Wear OS 3 update, you should know that a couple of apps, Google Maps and Google Keep, are dropping support for your device. Most importantly, if you already have the apps on your Wear OS 2...

Galaxy S23 and S23+ Stop by FCC for Certification (Updated: S23 Ultra Too)

Tim November 28, 2022 16

In preparation for launch, Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S23+ have stopped off at the FCC. Specifically, the European models have stopped by, with the Galaxy S23 sporting model number SM-S911B and the S23+ having model number SM-S916B. The US models...

Pixel Watch LTE Gets First Discount, Down to $349 at Target

Tim November 28, 2022 16

For what we assume is a very limited time, you can now snag Google's Pixel Watch (LTE) at a discounted price over at Target. The price is down to $349, which is $50 off the LTE model's usual price. As far as we know, this is the first discount the LTE model...

Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025 7

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 9

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 2

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 6

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 6

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 12

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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Pixel Watch 4 Gets $100 Discount to End the Year

Kellen December 31, 2025 16

Grabbing a Pixel Watch 4 to end 2025 is a thing you can do at its biggest discount to date. The LTE models are all $100 off,...

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Samsung Likes Taking $250 Off Its Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 30, 2025 16

Starting off a new year with a new phone sounds like a pretty fun idea to me. As someone who switches phones every month or...

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Galaxy Watch Ultra at $399 Still Available ($250 Off)

Tim December 26, 2025 16

For those with an aging Galaxy timepiece on the wrist, now is a good time to consider an upgrade. Samsung is offering very...

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Samsung Takes $1000 Off Galaxy Z Fold 7, Provides Free Storage Upgrade

Tim December 24, 2025 16

The holidays are a great time spoil others, but maybe it's time you were just a tad bit selfish and thought about your own...

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There’s a Way to Get $700 Off a Pixel 10 Pro XL

Kellen December 22, 2025 16

While we typically recommend buying phones unlocked and without a contract that ties you to a carrier, there are some...

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This Pixel Watch 4 at $150 Off is Almost Gone

Kellen December 22, 2025 16

When the Pixel Watch 4 first released, it sure looked like a device that might not have been a major upgrade over the Pixel...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 16

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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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 16

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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