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Fitbit Starts Rolling Out Its Irregular Heart Rhythm Notitifications

Kellen April 25, 2022 7

A couple of weeks ago, Fitbit received clearance from the FDA for their new PPG (photoplethysmography) algorithm to identify atrial fibrillation (AFib). They told us at the time that this new feature would begin rolling out over the coming weeks, without a...

Google Pixel Watch: Hot or Nah?

Kellen April 25, 2022 74

When you buy a phone, the design of it is important, but not one of the most important pieces. You probably care more about the camera and display and processor than you do the color or camera layout. That's mostly because the chances of you putting it in a...

Galaxy S22+ and Ultra are $200 Off, No Trades Required

Kellen April 25, 2022 4

The best deals on Samsung's Galaxy S22 phones typically involve Samsung's own site, because they offer incredible trade-in values that convert into instant discounts at the time of purchase. But what if you don't have a newer phone to trade and would rather...

Wait, What Happened With a Google Pixel Watch?

Kellen April 25, 2022 29

The sun came out in Portland this weekend for the first time in over a month, temperatures reached almost 70 degrees, The Bad Guys was released, the NBA Playoffs were going off, and I basically turned my phone away from the world, specifically the tech space....

Google Acknowledges the “Pixel Watch” Name

Kellen April 22, 2022 9

The story of the Pixel Watch dates back years, yet I'm not sure Google has ever officially acknowledged that one was ever on the way. We know that LG made a couple of watches some time ago that were maybe, sort of going to be Google-branded, but those turned...

Galaxy Watch 5 Reportedly Ditching “Classic” Branding

Kellen April 22, 2022 4

Samsung has used the word "Classic" to label one of its smartwatch models here and there, most recently with the Galaxy Watch 4 line. For Samsung's return to Wear OS, we had both a Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. The Classic model being the slightly...

And the Android 14 Codename Is…

Tim April 22, 2022 41

Upside Down Cake? Upside Down Cake, a dessert I've never had a desire to try, is the name for Google's presumably upcoming Android 14 operating system. The news comes from a spotting inside of the Android Open Source Project, with Google styling it as...

What’s the Android Phone Feature You Can’t Live Without?

Tim April 22, 2022 84

We're deep into the Android lifespan at this point. Over the years, phones have become equipped with more and more amazing features, a few of which we'd label as more important than others. This got us thinking, what's an Android feature we can't live without?...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 84

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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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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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