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VIDEO: Galaxy Z Flip 3 Tips and Tricks!

Tim September 1, 2021 11

If you have been with us for a bit, you may know we typically do a couple of videos for new phones. We'll do a First 10 Things To Do and then a Tips and Tricks video. For the Galaxy Z Flip 3, we've condensed those two concepts into a single video, allowing me...

Google Tells Suppliers to Prepare for Big Pixel 6 Sales

Kellen September 1, 2021 121

Google plans to go big for its Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. This is a fact we already knew because Rick Osterloh already said they are "ready to invest a lot in marketing" for their two upcoming phones, as they see an opportunity to win over some space in the high...

Telegram 8.0 Update Brings Another Big Batch of Features

Kellen September 1, 2021 2

Telegram released another big update this week as Telegram 8.0. The update is already out, because Telegram is nice and doesn't do those lengthy staged rollouts that everyone hates, yet Google loves so much. So yeah, go grab it and let's talk about what's new....

OnePlus Buds Pro Review: You’d Like These

Kellen September 1, 2021 2

OnePlus has become much more than a phone company at this point and now dips their toes in all sorts of electronics segments. From TVs to "smart" watches and audio products, if you are looking for mostly-affordable accessories that often tick a lot of boxes,...

Samsung’s Android 12 Beta and One UI 4 Arrives in September

Kellen August 31, 2021 5

Want to know when Samsung will release the Android 12 Beta with One UI 4? They told us to expect in in September, which if you weren't paying attention, starts tomorrow. In a forum post today, Samsung's "Beta operations manager" said that the One UI 4 Beta "...

Galaxy Watch 4 Gets a Walkie Talkie App

Kellen August 31, 2021 16

The Galaxy Watch 4 picked up a new app as a part of its launch that went somewhat unnoticed. A Walkie-Talkie app is available for those who know other folks who also own a Galaxy Watch 4, as that's the requirement for the time being to use it. A walkie talkie...

New and Improved Pixel Stand Charging Speeds Will Make You Happy

Tim August 31, 2021 16

In some really exciting news, it may not take 3 days to charge the upcoming Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro. I know that's a bit of an exaggeration, but Pixel devices have never charged as quickly as the competition. However, that could soon be changing and it makes...

Samsung August Updates: Galaxy Z Fold 2 Gets One UI 3.1.1, Note 10 Lineup Gets RCS

Tim August 31, 2021 14

Many updates are headed out to Samsung device owners this week, with Galaxy S10, Note 10, and older Galaxy foldable devices all getting some love. I know it's almost parody at this point, but congratulations to Samsung for continuing its reign as King of...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 14

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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