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TCL QM8, With Exceptional Brightness and Google Smarts, is a Great TV

Tim April 3, 2024 24

Very rarely do we get offered to review a television. Thanks to a lot of TVs now offering Google TV, it more easily fits into our niche area of coverage, so when TCL reached out and asked if we'd be interested in checking out the 65-inch QM8 (2023 model), we...

Spotify Reportedly About to Increase Prices in US

Kellen April 3, 2024 10

In the middle of 2023, Spotify made a move we have become so accustomed to in the streaming space - they raised prices. As we cruise through 2024 and wait in anticipation of the next company to further reduce our wallet sizes, we can apparently add Spotify to...

Android 15 Intros Status Bar Icon Changes

Tim April 3, 2024 26

Android users haven't had a major change to the status bar in a number of years. With exception to front-facing cameras being placed in the middle of them, I'm more so referring to the icons you see up there, such as the battery and WiFi icons. After all these...

OnePlus is Adding “AI Eraser” to OnePlus Devices This Month

Kellen April 3, 2024 2

OnePlus is getting in on the AI thing this week with the announcement of OnePlus AI and its first feature for a handful of devices. Starting in April, select OnePlus device owners will be able to experience "AI Eraser," which yes, is like the Magic Eraser from...

Marvel SNAP’s Thunderbolts Season Arrives, Baron Zemo the Season Pass Card

Tim April 2, 2024 2

A new season of Marvel SNAP is live, with this month entitled Thunderbolts. Over the course of this month, we'll see six new cards (characters) released along with two new locations, with the season pass card being Baron Zemo. The highlights for card releases...

April 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen April 2, 2024 26

As we enter a fresh month, Google is ready to push out new software, which means the April Android Update for your Pixel devices. While that's always exciting, this update is expected to be on the smaller side and that's because last month we received the...

Pixel Watch, Pixel Watch 2 Get April Patch Update (Updated)

Tim April 2, 2024 2

Verizon has confirmed that Google's April security patch for the original Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2 is ready for rollout, even though we're still waiting on its official announcement from Google. Listed as software build numbers TWD9.240405.001 for the...

Samsung Drops Galaxy S20 to Quarterly Update Schedule (Updated)

Kellen April 2, 2024 4

The Samsung Galaxy S20 line was released 4 years ago and I'm not sure anyone expected at the time that we'd still be talking about monthly updates for it. That's happening today, because after those 4 quick years, Samsung is dropping the Galaxy S20 series down...

Google Posts New April Update Build for Pixel 7 and Pixel 8, Hopefully For Those Missing It

Kellen April 17, 2024 4

When we asked everyone a week ago if the April Google Pixel update was treating them well, we did so because we also wanted...

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Report: New Exynos Modem for Pixel 9 Lineup, Plus Satellite Connectivity

Tim April 15, 2024 4

Since early this year, there's been no shortage of Pixel 9 leaks and rumors. We're now officially midway through April and...

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The First Android 15 Beta is Here!

Kellen April 11, 2024 4

Right on schedule, Google has released Android 15 Beta 1 for your Pixel to download and dance with. We've already been...

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Google’s New Find My Device Network is Here

Kellen April 8, 2024 4

All signs last week pointed to Google's new Find My Device network finally launching today and that has indeed happened. Find...

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Google Podcasts is Officially Done

Kellen April 4, 2024 4

The time has come - Google Podcasts is no more and you need to find an alternative or just use YouTube Music. This happened...

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April 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen April 2, 2024 4

As we enter a fresh month, Google is ready to push out new software, which means the April Android Update for your Pixel...

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Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2.1 is Here for Pixel Devices

Tim April 1, 2024 4

A minor update is being shipped out to supported Pixel devices for Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2, labeled as Beta 2.1. Inside,...

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Report: 2024 Pixel Lineup Includes Pixel 9 Pro XL

Tim March 27, 2024 4

Until a report published this week, we have assumed business as usual from Google in 2024, with the company planning two...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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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Google Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 12, 2022 24

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are here! Well, we've had them for a good week now, but yours should be arriving at any...

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