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Chrome Gets Gemini Nano on Desktop to Fight Scams, Warnings for Notifications on Android

Kellen May 8, 2025 1

I'm not sure I will ever be convinced that AI is a tool I should use when planning a vacation or when in need of recommendations for an outing. I'm certainly not about to use AI to create a fake world or experience through a picture I've taken. I am an AI...

Galaxy Watch 8 Stops Through FCC

Kellen May 8, 2025 2

Since we are in May, it's probably time to start looking towards the late summer, where Samsung could show off not only the Galaxy Z Fold 7, but new Galaxy Watch models too. That's typically how their schedule works - new watches alongside new foldables - and...

Report: Samsung Begins One UI 8 Beta Later This Month

Tim May 8, 2025 2

Samsung continues to push One UI 7 (Android 15) to eligible devices, following what felt like a considerable wait for Galaxy owners. Feeling for Samsung a bit, the update to Android 15 is massive, so brief delays are understandable. Regardless, because Google...

New OnePlus Pad 3 Stops Through FCC

Kellen May 8, 2025 1

A few weeks ago, we spotted a device at the FCC called the "OnePlus Pad 3R" that we sure hoped would be the OPPO Pad 3 Pro as a US tablet. OnePlus has still not confirmed that they'll sell that tablet here, but that's nothing new when it comes to timing and...

Official: Galaxy S25 Edge Announcement Scheduled for May 12

Tim May 7, 2025 2

Samsung confirmed this afternoon/evening that the Galaxy S25 Edge will be made official on May 12. During a virtual Galaxy Unpacked event, scheduled for Monday at 5pm Pacific (8pm Eastern), we'll see this "Beyond Slim" phone that has been teased since the...

Netflix App Getting Generative AI Search Results, Vertical Recommendation Feed

Tim May 7, 2025 3

Netflix announced new features this week, mostly having to do with its TV experience. However, a couple of things are aimed at smartphone users, and naturally, one of them includes AI. Over on iOS, those users are getting a generative AI-powered search feature...

Google Maps and Gemini are Ready to Start Using Your Screenshots

Kellen May 7, 2025 3

Google really wants you to take screenshots of stuff. It's obvious that they have found ways to use those images and pull lots of info from them using AI, so they keep suggesting different places for you to try and take advantage. In today's example, Google...

New USPS Informed Delivery Android App Looking for Beta Testers

Tim May 7, 2025 9

The United Stated Postal Service (USPS) is looking for Android beta testers for its new Informed Delivery app. Will you hear the call? Signing up is easy enough. You can follow the link below, ensure you're signed into a Google account, then request access to...

Android Gets a Huge Design Refresh With Material 3 Expressive, First on Pixel Phones

Kellen May 13, 2025 9

A little over a week ago, someone on Google's design team accidentally posted the details of their new design language,...

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Material 3 Expressive is Coming to Wear OS 6, First on Pixel Watch

Kellen May 13, 2025 9

Now that you've read about Google's new Material 3 Expressive on your Pixel phone running Android 16, you might want to know...

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Galaxy S25 Edge Official, Thin, and Priced at $1,099, But There are Deals

Kellen May 12, 2025 9

Samsung's skinny phone has been fully revealed and is now official with pricing, specs, and a ship date. The Galaxy S25 Edge...

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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge Gets Pre-Order Deal of $750 Off, Bonus $50 Credit

Kellen May 12, 2025 9

The Galaxy S25 Edge is official and ready for your pre-order. Samsung has pushed the listings live, so that you can check out...

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Samsung’s May Update Arrives: Galaxy S25 Up First

Kellen May 9, 2025 9

Thanks to the rollout of One UI 7 and Android 15 being mostly complete at this point and reaching devices as old as the...

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May 2025 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen May 6, 2025 9

There was a part of me that thought we may not see a traditional May Android 15 security update for Pixel devices, knowing...

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Material 3 Expressive Might be the Future of Android Design

Tim May 5, 2025 9

It has been over 10 years since Google introduced Material Design. Can you believe that? Over the years, we have seen it...

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Android 16 Teases Secret UI Update That Should Bring Fresh Beauty, Tons of Blur

Kellen April 30, 2025 9

Android 16 is about to go stable, likely next month at Google I/O. We have been through several developer-focused previews...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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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