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Samsung Pushing Big Update to Galaxy Watch 4 Lineup

Tim October 20, 2021 14

Samsung is pushing a new update to the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. Inside, you'll find new watch faces plus new features, and after looking at the changelog, this is a really solid upgrade for both devices. Watch Faces Samsung lists four new...

Pixel 6 and 5G: This Should Clear Things Up

Kellen October 20, 2021 89

5G is so dumb. OK, that out of the way, let's talk about the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro and which versions have which kinds of 5G, because again, 5G is dumb. Shortly after yesterday's announcement from Google, people started attempting to pre-order the Pixel 6...

Samsung Intros Bespoke’d Galaxy Z Flip 3, Kitsuné Galaxy Watch 4 and Buds 2

Tim October 20, 2021 3

Samsung introduced new device variants this morning -- the Bespoke Edition of the Galaxy Z Flip 3, plus new Galaxy Buds 2 and Galaxy Watch 4 models part of a Samsung x Maison Kitsuné collaboration. Review: Galaxy Z Flip 3 | In Every Way an Upgrade Each of...

Google Just Changed the Way We Think About Smartphone Pricing

Tim October 20, 2021 70

I'm not sure this was their intention, but with the announcement of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, Google just changed the way we think about smartphone pricing. I'm not trying to exaggerate or making a story out of nothing, but considering the Pixel 6's...

If You Buy a Spigen Pixel 6 Case, They’ll Give You a Free 30W Charger

Kellen October 19, 2021 33

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are Google's fastest charging phones to date, with speeds of up to 30W getting you a 50% fill-up in 30 minutes or so. Unfortunately, Google didn't include a 30W charger in the box, leaving you hunting for deals on one that'll let...

Google Plans Future Android 12 Beta Releases and You Can Test Them

Kellen October 19, 2021 9

Android 12 might have gone stable today, with rollout to supported Pixel phones already happening, but this is not the end of the Android 12 Beta program. Google has quietly announced that there will be future pre-release updates for you to test if you are...

Ordering a Pixel 6 is a Mess and People are Justifiably Upset

Tim October 19, 2021 246

Poor, Google. They may have a winner on their hands with the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, but in true Google device launch fashion, the Google Store can't keep up with demand. As I've been a victim of this chaos myself, I can confirm that the Google Store site...

Android 12 is Live, OTA Rolling Out to Pixel Phones

Tim October 19, 2021 36

If the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro excitement wasn't enough for you this morning, Google just released Android 12. No longer in beta, this is Android 12's final form, complete with all of the Material You goodness we've been watching trickle out over the course of...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 36

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 36

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 36

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 36

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 36

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 36

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 36

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 36

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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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