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New Multi-State Antitrust Lawsuit Targets Google Play’s Fees

Tim July 7, 2021 4

According to Bloomberg, multiple states are preparing to launch an antitrust lawsuit against Google, targeting the Google Play fees that the company charges developers for purchases and subscriptions sold inside of apps. Apparently, the belief is that Google,...

OnePlus is Purposefully Throttling App Performance (Update: OnePlus Responds)

Tim July 7, 2021 31

A fascinating report has been published this week, and while it went completely over my head in terms of tech knowledge, it paints a picture that's easy to understand if you're concerned about the overall performance of your OnePlus device. The device at the...

July 2021 Android Security Update Now Available for Google Pixel Phones

Kellen July 7, 2021 9

After missing the Monday release, thanks to the 4th of July weekend, Google has now released the July Android update for its Pixel phones. The new Pixel update - available to the Pixel 3 through Pixel 5 - includes the July security patch and should fix a...

Verizon Adaptive Sound Enters Your System Settings Whether You Like It or Not

Kellen July 7, 2021 16

Verizon began pushing a new update to the Motorola Edge+ earlier in the week and it included a new feature the company had not yet announced. Called "Verizon Adaptive Sound," we were curious what this would introduce, but assumed it was an app Verizon was...

OnePlus is Making Another “Flagship Killer” Phone

Kellen July 7, 2021 12

When OnePlus first kicked things off back in 2014, they captured our attention with clever (and often obnoxious) marketing and by suggesting they would "Never Settle." That slogan has since come back to bite them some, but the "Flagship Killer" description...

Traeger Buys My Beloved MEATER

Tim July 6, 2021 16

Across the wire this morning, the pellet grilling company Traeger, based out of Utah, acquired my beloved MEATER, the company behind one of the best smart meat thermometers on the market. From what Traeger says, MEATER will for now stay as a standalone company...

Samsung Preowned Devices are Now ‘Re-Newed’ Devices

Tim July 6, 2021 15

Samsung announced a rebranding for its range of certified pre-owned devices this week, changing the name to Re-Newed devices. My thoughts? That's not even a word, Samsung. Renewed is, yes, but re-newed is not. Meh. So what is Re-Newed, you may ask? It's the...

DEAL: OnePlus 9 Pro Discounted to $969 ($100 Off)

Tim July 6, 2021 2

For a limited time on Amazon, you can snag a OnePlus 9 Pro, priced at only $969. That's $99 below its usual price of $1069. If you're looking for the pinnacle of OnePlus' hardware lineup, look no further. This device has all of the best of the best...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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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