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Pixel 7 Selfie Camera to Shoot 4K, Pixel Tablet May Lack 4K Recording Altogether

Tim June 29, 2022 7

We're nearing launch for the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, expected sometime this fall, so naturally we're going to be hearing bits and pieces of what to expect from both phones as we inch closer. The latest details come from code spotted within the Google Camera...

Nothing Phone (1) in Black Looks Hot, and Here are the Specs

Kellen June 29, 2022 19

The Nothing Phone (1) isn't coming here and that's unfortunate. The US smartphone market is in desperate need of something new that isn't branded by Google, Samsung, and Apple. But because launching a phone here is tough to do without carrier help or jumping...

Gmail on the Web Gets Fresh Material You Styling

Kellen June 28, 2022 5

Gmail on desktop picked up a big refresh earlier in the year when Google changed the layout some to better integrate Chat, Meet, and Spaces. The new layout made it easy for users to quickly switch between each app from the same page, without having to open new...

Verizon Alerts Shared Data Customers of Inbound Price Hike

Tim June 28, 2022 28

By all accounts, Verizon had an amazing and extremely profitable fiscal year last year. Operating revenues were up 4.1 percent over 2020, topping off at $133.6 billion. That's a ton of money, but sadly, and at the expense of its customers, "operating costs"...

Niantic’s Next Game is a 1-on-1 NBA Basketball Experience Called “NBA All-World”

Kellen June 28, 2022 2

The next real-world, AR-focused game from Niantic Labs is going to be a fun one for the sports fans around. Called NBA All-World, Niantic has built an officially-licensed mobile game that'll get you in the real world playing basketball in a 1-on-1 scenario. We...

Look and Talk Feature Hits Nest Hub Max Units

Tim June 28, 2022

First detailed back in May during Google I/O, Nest Hub Max owners can now enable and utilize the new Look and Talk feature, allowing you to skip the "Ok Google" prompt we've been saying for years now. When enabled, so long as your face is easily visible for...

Google Tells Remaining Hangouts Users That It’s Time for Chat

Kellen June 28, 2022 7

We've been talking about the end of Hangouts for at least a couple of years now, thanks to Google confirming that Google Chat would eventually replace it and that they'd one day force you to use it. After several steps have cleared for Google to push its...

Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL Gets Surprise, Likely Final Update

Kellen June 28, 2022 5

Update support for the Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL was originally scheduled to end back in November of last year. Once that final month rolled around, Googled promised another final update, likely to button things up a bit before sending the phones on their...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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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