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Yes, Samsung, We Want the Qi2 Magnets Built Into the Phone

Kellen July 15, 2025 8

If you can believe it, the year was 2020 that Apple introduced its MagSafe tech for phones, starting with the iPhone 12. That new edition of MagSafe for phones brought built-in magnets to devices that could be attached to wireless chargers and other...

Mint Mobile Offers Year of Unlimited Data for $180 (50% Off)

Tim July 15, 2025 6

Mint Mobile is firing up a 50% off deal on a 12-month Unlimited plan, asking customers to pay just $180 for a year of service. The typical price for this would be $360, so you're saving as much as you're paying up front, which is $180. For unlimited data, that...

Go Grab Free DoorDash DashPass From T-Mobile Before It’s Gone

Kellen July 15, 2025 4

The time has come to claim your free DoorDash DassPass from T-Mobile, in case you hadn't already done so. First announced back in June with a later redeem date, T-Mobile opened up this major freebie a week ago and is only giving you a few more weeks to claim...

Pixel Watch 4 Likely to Keep Same Processor, But See Bigger Batteries

Kellen July 15, 2025 8

We are probably a month out from Google's next Pixel device launch, which you are anticipating thanks all of the leaks. We just saw Pixel 10 Pro Fold specs, potential Euro pricing, and talked about colors and storage sizes of the entire line-up. We're also...

Nothing Phone 3 and Nothing Headphone 1 Now Available

Kellen July 15, 2025 2

Hey, the Nothing Phone 3 and Headphone 1 are generally available as of today. After a full reveal a couple of weeks ago, both new high-end products can be purchased with immediate shipping, and that includes the US. Unlike previous phone launches, Nothing is...

Rivian Switches to Navigation System Powered by Google Maps

Kellen July 15, 2025 2

Owners of Rivian vehicles are being treated to what could be a pretty major upgrade this week. In an announcement with Google, Rivian is introducing a new navigation experience that is powered by Google Maps. Rivian Navigation with Google Maps: Specifically,...

DEAL: Save $720 on Galaxy Z Flip 7, Free Upgraded Storage Included

Tim July 14, 2025 2

Samsung is continuing its pre-order deals on its latest line of foldables. Today we're highlighting Galaxy Z Flip 7, what we think is the company's best Flip model to date. Thanks to a greatly improved cover display, as well as solid internal upgrades, Flip...

Google Cooking Up Now Bar-Like Redesign for Pixel’s At a Glance

Tim July 14, 2025 12

Google appears to be working on an updated version for Pixel's At a Glance feature, the virtually unremovable widget that lives on the home screen of Pixel devices. While you can disable it, it doesn't actually remove the date portion, so news that Google is...

What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025 12

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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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