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Google Explains How Charging Works Amid Pixel 6 Charging Speed Controversy

Tim November 18, 2021 43

Google is taking the time this week to explain how charging works. Why is this necessary? Because many people, including us, were lead to believe that the latest Pixel 6 devices supported 30W wired charging. As we're now discovering thanks to testing, that is...

Chromecast With Google TV is Only $40 in Early Black Friday Sale

Kellen November 18, 2021 13

The Chromecast with Google TV was priced out of the gate at a very reasonable $50, making it an easy buy for those looking to add smarts to TVs throughout their home. But since it's pre-Black Friday time, we have a deal on it and you'll love it. At the moment,...

New Pixel Stand (2nd Gen) is Up for Pre-Order!

Kellen November 18, 2021 27

The new Pixel Stand (2nd Gen) that we expected to launch alongside the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro is now up for pre-order. The improved wireless charger from Google could arrive before Christmas if you order right away. This fancy new Pixel Stand costs $79 (like...

The Pixel 6 is $100 Off Right Now!

Kellen November 18, 2021 22

The first solid Pixel 6 Black Friday deal is live, thanks to Best Buy. We might be a week early, but shopping this early is probably the move for 2021's shopping season. Take advantage of this one if you can, especially with shipping times already slipping....

All These Early Black Friday Samsung Deals are Pretty Great

Kellen November 17, 2021 4

Holiday shopping could get ugly this year if you don't start early enough. All of the potential shipping issues depending on the carrier and varying levels of stock are going to mean you should take advantage of deals as soon as possible, even before Black...

Alien: Isolation, With All DLC, Coming to Android Next Month

Tim November 17, 2021 4

I remember when Alien: Isolation was launched. I actually did one of those midnight releases at GameStop, immediately went home and stayed up all night trying to outwit the Xenomorph. For fans of horror genre games, I think Isolation should rank rather highly,...

Question of the Day: Did Google Really Improve the Pixel 6 Fingerprint Reader?

Kellen November 17, 2021 92

Google issued a surprise update yesterday to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro without providing any info around it. However, last night, we noticed that Verizon shared the details, suggesting that the tiny 15MB update was here to fix the Pixel 6's slow and finnicky...

There’s a New Moto Watch, But Not the One You Want

Kellen November 16, 2021 4

As much history as there is surrounding the Motorola name, the company has mostly been reduced at this point to a device maker who pumps out mid-range phones every other month and then licenses its name to companies who want to make accessories. Today, one of...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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 43

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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