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Galaxy Z Flip 4 Renders Don’t Point to Any Big Changes

Tim May 13, 2022 9

Earlier in the week, renders for both the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 hit the web. Due to Google I/O and all of that craziness, we're only now getting around to sharing the Z Flip 4 renders. Apologies on the delay, but we promise, you weren't missing...

Readers React: Pixel Watch Polarizes Android Fans

Tim May 13, 2022 54

Without question, the Pixel Watch is something many in the Android world have been hoping to see for a long time. At long last, Google's hardware team unveiled their vision of a wearable, and honestly, the reactions have been incredibly mixed. Even among our...

Google Highlights Changes in Android 13 Beta 2 for Android TV

Tim May 12, 2022 4

This week during Google I/O, Google detailed changes built into Android TV, available inside of the latest build designed for developers. That's right, we're talking about the Android 13 Beta 2, available now for ADT-3 owners and those who enjoy using...

Google Plans Tablet Makeovers for 20+ Apps

Kellen May 12, 2022 23

The tech world was quite surprised to see Google announce a new tablet yesterday after having seemingly given up on the space several years back. I guess you could argue that we should have seen this coming, though, since they have shown a new interest in...

Thursday Poll: Which Pixel Hardware Announcement Has You Most Excited?

Tim May 12, 2022 29

Yesterday was wild, with Google taking the stage at I/O and dropping new device after new device on our faces. They showcased the soon coming Pixel 6a, Pixel Watch, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel Buds Pro, plus a Pixel Tablet. Is this even real life? Our question...

Google Messages Group Chats to Get Encryption

Kellen May 12, 2022 8

As a part of the Google I/O keynote, Google talked a bit about its Messages app and how many people are using RCS through it, before pitching (once again) to Apple that it should think about implementing the messaging technology, without naming them. What they...

Android Auto Gets a Big UI Refresh

Kellen May 12, 2022 21

The UI inside your car on that big ol' screen is incredibly important. You might have a ton of activities in progress on it at any given time, but some stuff is more important than others and needs to be seen. The software running on that screen should also be...

The New Google Wallet is Official With Driver’s License Support

Kellen May 12, 2022 19

A new Google Wallet was announced this week. Yes, we have another Google Wallet app. It looks like it's just a rebranding of the "Google Pay" (not GPay) app you currently have, but with a throwback name to get re-familiar with. Or maybe it's new. Whatever the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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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