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October 2022 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Phones

Kellen October 3, 2022 14

The Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are only days away from going up for pre-order and I know you are excited, but we have current Pixel phones to talk about. It's the first Monday of the month and that means a fresh Pixel update and Android security patch. The...

We Go Hands-On With the Official Pixel Watch “Active” Band

Kellen October 3, 2022 23

We got our wrists on what we believe to be official Pixel Watch bands before the first watch from Google has gone on sale. While this may not be the most exciting early look at a product we've ever shown you, since there's no watch to attach to them, we...

Pixel 6a is $100 Off to Tempt Before Pixel 7 Arrival

Kellen October 3, 2022 5

Google's cheapest and newest phone, the Pixel 6a, is discounted once again after launching in July. We've seen its $449 price drop by as much as $80 in its early life, giving a sub-$400 price tag to a phone that punches well above that in some areas. Today,...

New Chromecast with Google TV (HD) Drops to Just $20

Kellen October 3, 2022 7

The brand new Chromecast with Google TV (HD), which offers a full Google TV experience and sits cleanly behind your TV while doing so, is already discounted to an almost-unbelievable price. You can get Google's latest streaming dongle for just $20. Originally...

YouTube TV Lets You Subscribe to Select Add-Ons Without the Base $65 Plan

Kellen September 30, 2022 20

YouTube TV is still a really great streaming TV option, assuming you can stomach the price increases we've seen over the years. The channel list has remained mostly solid and there are quite a few add-ons to give you the full TV experience in streaming form....

We Really Think the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro Will Have Face Unlock

Kellen September 30, 2022 34

Face unlock is a feature we thought might come to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro at some point throughout the first year of their supported lives. We first saw the feature teased in marketing materials before the phones were launched last October, only to be...

Galaxy S21 October Update Fixes Missing Text Bug on Verizon

Kellen September 29, 2022 1

The Galaxy S22 almost received Android 13 and One UI 5 yesterday, only to disappoint in another carrier slip-up. Today, the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy Note 20 lines are also getting updates, only without the false hope. The Verizon Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and...

Let’s Just Take in the Design of the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro

Kellen September 29, 2022 32

We might be at the point where we could walk into a Best Buy or T-Mobile and sniff the fresh, charger-less boxes enclosing the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro from Google. The days are close, with October 6 seemingly moments away. And with the days ticking away,...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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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