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Samsung Says Android 12 and One UI 4 are Ready for the Galaxy S21

Kellen November 15, 2021 56

After several beta builds that added new features along the way, Samsung is ready to give the Galaxy S21 line its big Android 12 update with One UI 4. This morning, Samsung says that the update to One UI 4 will rollout starting today to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy...

YouTube TV Adds New Hallmark Channels for That Holiday Cheer

Kellen November 13, 2021 17

YouTube TV added three new channels this week to allow us into the weird world of Hallmark movies. Yes, friends, we have new Hallmark channels in the line-up, and no, there isn't a price increase. If you look through your guide, you will now find the Hallmark...

Pixel ‘Superfans’ Get Pixel 6 Socks and I’m Mad About It

Tim November 12, 2021 69

Can you believe it? I've been hard at work, spreading the word across the interwebz that people should buy the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, meanwhile Google doesn't have the decency to send me a pair of freakin' socks. Grrr! If you don't know what I refer to,...

Fitbit’s Daily Readiness Score is Here to Motivate You

Kellen November 12, 2021 2

Fitness trackers and watches are far removed from the days of just counting steps or stairs or a GPS workout. Today, your fitness device should do so much more, by giving you more advanced heartrate metrics, sleep scores, breathing rate, etc. And if your...

MEATER+ Smart Meat Thermometer, Best Invention Ever, Just $73 on Amazon

Tim November 12, 2021 8

I fancy myself a little chef at home, but the only reason I have success is because I know which tools to use. Before MEATER came along, I wasn't so confident when it came to grilling steak and BBQ'ing chicken, but now with this handy little device in my life,...

Mmm, All the Juicy Galaxy S21 FE Details We Needed

Tim November 12, 2021 14

Thanks to leaked marketing images, we're getting a really good look at the supposedly upcoming Galaxy S21 FE from Samsung. I say supposedly only due to the fact that this phone's fate has been in question for some time, with a chip shortage and successful...

DEAL: Galaxy Buds 2 at $99 ($50 Off) Seems Pretty Good

Tim November 11, 2021 8

I suppose the holiday shopping season is in full swing now, so prepare for us to share deal upon glorious deal over the next month and a half. After all, we're deep in the age of consumerism, with no chip shortage or global supply chain issues getting in our...

AT&T Black Friday Deals Include $800 Off Pixel 6 Pro, BOGO Galaxy Watch 4 Offer

Tim November 11, 2021 19

AT&T is launching a few of its Black Friday deals a bit early this year, and if you're tied to AT&T as your carrier, the deals look solid enough. For Android fans, the main highlights include $800 off the Pixel 6 Pro when you trade in an eligible...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 19

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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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