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Big Spenders on Google One Getting New Premium Features

Tim July 11, 2022 7

Google announced today that it is bringing a few once exclusive Workspace features to select Google One subscribers. In order to get these features, you'll need to be a big spender on Google One, with the offer only being available to those who pay for 2TB and...

DEAL: Pixel 6 Down to $499, Pixel 6 Pro to $699 Over on Amazon

Tim July 11, 2022 16

Amazon is currently hosting a sweet sale on the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, with the Pixel 6 down to $499 ($100 off) and the 6 Pro down to $699. While this may not be as insane as Amazon's super-flash $300 off sale on the 6 Pro, this is still $200 off the usual $...

Many Verizon Samsung Galaxy, LG Devices Receive Updated Security Patches

Tim July 8, 2022 12

Verizon is shipping out many updates this week, mostly to Samsung Galaxy devices, but any remaining LG V50 owners are also getting some love this week. For what's new, the V50 from LG is getting the May security patch, all three Galaxy Note 10 devices are...

Apex Legends Getting New Mobile-First ‘Rhapsody’ Legend, New Map

Tim July 8, 2022 2

EA announced this week that Apex Legends Mobile is getting a mobile-first legend character on July 12. Her name is Rhapsody and she's a music loving DJ from Kómma. She has a cute robot sidekick named Rowdy, and from what we see in the trailer, Rowdy and...

Cabs Are Here: Pixel’s At a Glance Soon Getting Status of Your Uber, Food Delivery

Tim July 8, 2022 4

Google is reported to be bringing additional features to the Pixel lineup's At a Glance home screen feature. Just earlier this week, it was discovered that users will soon gain access to cross-device timers, which was already sweet news. Now, it's being...

It’s Going to be the Pixel Watch for Me

Kellen July 7, 2022 44

The Google Pixel Watch was (obviously) going to be a must-have item around the DL offices, being the first smartwatch from Google and all. Even if we don't quite know all of the details surrounding its specs and features and price, it is without a doubt a...

Beyerdynamic Releases First Wireless Earbuds With ANC and They’re Really Good

Tim July 7, 2022 13

Beyerdynamic, a company with a long history in audio devices, released its first pair of wireless earbuds this week. It's a big step for the brand, more known for its high-end headsets and microphones. The earbuds are called Free BYRD, a great name for any 70'...

Here’s Galaxy Watch 5, Watch 5 Pro From Every Possible Angle

Tim July 7, 2022 22

Our reporting on the upcoming Galaxy Watch 5 lineup has been happening since March of this year, and until late last night, we still didn't know what the devices truly looked like. That all changes this week, with our first good look at both the Galaxy Watch 5...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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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