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New Android 13 QPR1 Beta 3.1 Update for Pixel Phones Available Too

Kellen November 7, 2022 6

This first Monday of November is turning out to be a wild one. First we got the expected November Android security patch and now Google is pushing out another Android 13 QPR1 Beta. As of right now, if you own a Pixel 4a, Pixel 5, Pixel 5a, Pixel 6 or 6 Pro,...

Google Fixes Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 Bugs in November Update

Kellen November 7, 2022 11

The new November Android update is rolling out now to all of the still-supported Pixel phones from the Pixel 4 up through the Pixel 7 line. Google shared the new builds and also a changelog, showing that only the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 are getting noteworthy...

November 2022 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Phones

Kellen November 7, 2022 28

The first new month since the Pixel 7 launched is here and that means a monthly Google update is upon us. The latest Android security patch arrives to patch things before we get what should be a big Pixel Feature Drop in December. As of this moment, Google has...

A Lot of Pixel 7 Trade-In Devices Delayed, Stuck With USPS

Kellen November 7, 2022 54

Been wondering when that trade-in credit will come from your purchase of a new Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro? You aren't alone. The early flood of orders through the Google Store and the trade-in devices that were sent back through USPS on their way for evaluation...

Google Took the Google Duo Icon Away Again

Kellen November 6, 2022 6

My wife messaged me on Friday to ask what the app was called that she uses every day to call me because she couldn't find it. The app she needed to find was Google Duo, which was killed off by Google back in August, only to be brought back in icon form a...

Twitter Reveals New Twitter Blue at $8 With Blue Checkmark Feature

Kellen November 5, 2022 60

Well, it won't cost you $20 per month as was previously rumored, but the new Twitter Blue price has been revealed in an update to the app on iOS. $7.99 is the cost that Twitter's new ownership has decided on, and yes, it will get you a blue checkmark. The...

Telegram Update Adds Group Topics, Text Resizing, More

Kellen November 5, 2022 3

Telegram picked up a Saturday update today that introduces several tweaks and improvements to the UI, as well as new features for both regular and premium users. The biggest upgrade is a new Topics feature for group chats. This essentially turns your groups...

Physical SIM or eSIM For You?

Kellen November 4, 2022 61

When Apple launched the iPhone 14 line a few weeks back, they made a pretty major move to the way they'll connect to a cellular network. Apple removed the physical SIM card slot and instead forced everyone in the US who bought one to connect via eSIM. This...

Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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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