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So, Um, the Pixel 6 Pro Apparently Doesn’t Charge at 30W

Kellen November 5, 2021 98

The Google Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are supposed to be the company's fastest charging phones to date. With a specs sheet and related promo materials all touting each phone's 30W wired capabilities, Google has finally given us devices that shouldn't take so...

Real Galaxy S22 Ultra Gets a Big Leak With Its S Pen

Kellen November 5, 2021 55

Now that Google and Apple have announced their phones for the year, our focus switches back to Samsung and their upcoming Galaxy S line, one that is expected to feature the Galaxy S22 Ultra. Previous leaks have suggested it will be an odd-looking phone with S...

Gmail on Android Shrinks Bottom Bar, Drops the Labels

Kellen November 5, 2021 6

As Google continues to update its core apps with its Material You styling, it's still working on those that were updated early on that still have planned tweaks to be made. Gmail is one of those examples, as it was one of the first to pick up its new design...

Google’s Pixel Foldable Won’t Have the Super Fancy Pixel 6 Camera

Kellen November 4, 2021 19

For foldable devices in these early days, the companies making them appear to be willing to lower the quality of the camera systems they include, likely as a bit of a trade-off for the super cool foldable technologies they've prepared to "wow" the world with....

VIDEO: 5 Reasons to Buy the Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro

Tim November 4, 2021 21

If you're in the market for a new phone, allow us to provide you with 5 reasons to consider the new Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro from Google. If you've been with us for a while, you'll know this 5 Reasons series dates back a few years, but for the Pixel 6 lineup, we...

Samsung November Updates: Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 are Go

Kellen November 4, 2021 4

You always love to see fresh updates for a new month rollout within the first few days of the month and that's happening with Samsung's newest foldables. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 are already grabbing the November Android security patch. This is...

Verizon and AT&T Delay Their Good 5G Because of Air Safety Concerns

Kellen November 4, 2021 36

5G up until this point has been a massive bust that has changed little about our lives and rarely lives up to the hype pushed by the makers of 5G modems (Qualcomm!) and their carrier partners. The reason 5G has been a bust thus far in the US is because a...

You’ve had the Pixel 6 for a Week: Thoughts Now?

Kellen November 4, 2021 200

A week ago today, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro landed through a launch party of sorts, with the majority of pre-orders arriving on the doorsteps of those willing to give Google's new phones an early shot. We asked for your initial thoughts then, because it's...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 98

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 98

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 98

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 98

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 98

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 98

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 98

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 98

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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