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Google News Gets Redesign on Desktop With More Local News, More Fact Checking

Tim June 22, 2022 11

A redesigned version of Google News is rolling out to desktop users, complete with more emphasis on local news, fact checking, and personalized topics. Speaking on the redesign, Google says that, "Our new look for Google News on desktop was inspired by...

Montblanc Summit 3 is Official and It Runs Wear OS 3!

Kellen June 22, 2022 11

Another new smartwatch is upon us, one that Google told us was on the horizon - Montblanc has announced the Summit 3, a high-end Wear OS watch that runs Qualcomm's latest chip and also happens to have Wear OS 3. This one is noteworthy, even if the price is out...

Nothing Phone (1) US Availability Now Being Questioned (Updated: Confirmed)

Tim June 21, 2022 42

With more information being made available for the Nothing Phone (1) via the company's auction of the first 100 units, US availability and support for the device is now being questioned. This is an unsettling development to say the very least, so let's go over...

Your Pixel 6 Pro is 8 Months Old: How’s the Experience Today?

Kellen June 21, 2022 131

If you bought a Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro when it first launched, you have owned one for a full 8 months. During that time, a lot has happened in the world of the Pixel 6 line, including the unveiling of the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, the two phones that should...

Google Warns Nest x Yale Lock, Nest Detect Owners of Upcoming ‘Range Extender’ Change

Tim June 21, 2022 7

If you're someone who uses a Nest Hub Max as a range extender for your Nest x Yale Lock or Nest Detect devices, the following information is very important. This week, Google has sent a letter to those device owners, informing them that due to an upcoming...

ZTE Axon 40 Ultra Available in US for $799, Has All the Specs You Want

Tim June 21, 2022 25

Buying a ZTE here in the US phone may not be "hip" these days, but I'll be damned if I didn't say I was at least a bit curious about the company's latest flagship phone. The Axon 40 Ultra just went on sale and after looking over the spec sheet as well as the...

Here’s the Nothing Phone (1) and Its Fun Backside Lights in Action

Kellen June 21, 2022 24

The Nothing Phone (1) won't be fully revealed for another couple of weeks, but because we're just running back the early OnePlus playbook, the teases are only intensifying. Today, we get the biggest of them yet, with an MKBHD hands-on that shows off a lot of...

Galaxy Z Fold 3 is Up to $1,200 Off and You Get a Free Galaxy Watch 4

Kellen June 20, 2022 3

The timing could be somewhat unfortunate if you realize the Galaxy Z Fold 4 is around the corner, but if you have been eyeing an upgrade to the Galaxy Z Fold 3 from a Fold 2, Samsung is willing to give you a lot of money for it today. They'll also give you a...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 3

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 3

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 3

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 3

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 3

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 3

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 3

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 3

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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