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Your Google Assistant, Calendar Reminders are Migrating to Google Tasks

Tim September 20, 2022 6

On Android, there is no shortage of ways one can remind oneself to do something. For example, you can ask Google Assistant to set a reminder or you can plug a reminder into Google Calendar. It can get a bit messy, so in order to tidy up this flow, Google has...

You Can Pre-Order Pixel 7 Pro on October 6

Kellen September 20, 2022 71

Once Google shows off all that the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro have to offer on October 6, it won't be long before you'll be able to pre-order one. Google announced today that pre-orders will open that same day. In a silly "first impressions" video of the Pixel 7...

Nest x Yale Lock and Nest Detect Can No Longer Connect to Nest Hub Max

Tim September 20, 2022

Google announced this week that the update it said would kill connectivity between Nest Hub Max units, Nest x Yale locks and Nest Detect devices has been rolled out and taken affect. Hopefully this news doesn't surprise anyone, given it was first detailed to...

Pixel Watch Pricing Could Start at $349 and That’s Not Bad

Kellen September 20, 2022 31

The price of Google's upcoming Pixel Watch is all tech fans can focus on at the moment, mostly because we're only weeks away from the device's full reveal and we know so little. After learning that the LTE or cellular models of Google's first watch might be...

Nest WiFi Pro Spotted at Retailer Starting at $199

Tim September 19, 2022 22

Last month, an unreleased Nest WiFi variant sporting WiFi 6E was spotted going through the FCC. That same device has now popped up on a retailer's website, along with a starting price of $199. Things are happenings now. Seen on B&H Photo, the price for a...

Telegram Gets Themed Icon, Smooth Animations, and Download Prioritization on Android

Tim September 19, 2022 5

Late last week, Telegram introduced an update that brings new features for all of its platforms, but also includes a few exclusive goodies just for Android users. That update is now headed out to all users. Inside, Telegram highlights a themed icon for Android...

Noticing More Ads on YouTube Lately?

Tim September 16, 2022 83

Making the rounds on social media and reddit this month are users who are complaining about the number of ads on YouTube's ad-supported tier (aka free YouTube). Sadly, we're not talking about a single ad before a video plays or the occasional ad during a video...

OnePlus 10 Pro Finally Gets Authorized for AT&T’s 5G Network

Tim September 16, 2022 9

This news is past any point of real relevancy, but just in case anyone needed to know, the OnePlus 10 Pro officially received its authorization to work on AT&T's 5G network this week. To put this timing into perspective, this device received Verizon...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 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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