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It’s a Good Day to Get Google and Nest Hardware on the Super Cheap

Kellen October 24, 2022 10

That Pixel 6a deal we highlighted yesterday is still running strong at $299 and is absolutely worth considering. It is without a doubt one of the best deals we have seen to date on a Pixel phone. That said, there are other incredible Google and Nest deals to...

Pixel 6a Drops to $299 in Incredible Deal

Kellen October 23, 2022 16

Whoa, here's a deal you might not want to pass on - the Google Pixel 6a is $299 at the moment. I'm not sure what the occasion is, but Google's newest A-series phone has received a $150 price cut to its lowest price ever. We thought that recent drop to $329 was...

Clear Calling Added to Pixel 7 in Latest Android 13 Beta Update

Kellen October 21, 2022 4

Clear Calling was another of noteworthy features that Google called out during its Pixel 7 launch event, only to tell us that it would arrive later on. They did specify that it would be a part of a future Pixel Drop and it now looks like December's should be...

Pixel 7’s VPN Through Google One Arrives in December

Kellen October 21, 2022 8

When Google announced the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro a few weeks back, one of the features they gave special weight to was a free built-in VPN service through Google One. At the time, they would only confirm that it was coming later this year, but a Google...

Verizon Updates Prepaid Plans by Lowering Prices

Kellen October 20, 2022 10

Rarely do we see a US wireless carrier lower costs on a set of plans while adding features, but Verizon has done that today with their prepaid line-up. Starting today, Verizon has trimmed its prepaid plan selection down to just three options, all of which have...

YouTube Premium Family Plans to See Price Increase, Including Legacy Plans

Kellen October 20, 2022 53

Google announced a price increase for YouTube Premium family plans today, bringing the starting price for a family up to $22.99 per month. In addition to raising the price for new customers, this new pricing will affect those on cheaper legacy prices too. In...

Google Releases Android 13 QPR1 Beta 3 for Pixel Phones, Pixel 7 Added

Kellen October 20, 2022 4

A new Android 13 beta update is here, this time as Android 13 QPR1 Beta 3. Google released the new build today for the Pixel 4a up through the Pixel 6a, while also adding the new Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. We've shared this previously, but for those who don't...

Select GeForce NOW Titles Get Support for Pure Mobile Controls

Tim October 20, 2022 1

If you're into taking your GeForce NOW gaming sessions on the go, but maybe forgot your controller or just want to try something new, select titles on the cloud service now support mobile gaming controls. With these titles, which have their own dedicated place...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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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