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YouTube TV Offers Free Chromecast With Google TV Devices to Celebrate 4K

Kellen July 1, 2021 24

YouTube TV has kicked off a really big promo to start the month of July and welcome in the new 4K add-on that was announced earlier in the week. In an email to select YouTube TV subscribers, customers are being offered a free Chromecast With Google TV to help...

#TBT: What’s Your Most Fond Android Memory?

Tim July 1, 2021 91

It's Thursday, so it's time to reminisce about the past, looking back on better times. With that said, I'd like to pose a question to anyone. What's your most fond Android memory? For me, there's a particular memory I go back to whenever I want to remind...

Google Photos is Getting a Widget

Tim July 1, 2021 17

Recently spotted in code of an updated Google Photos app, it appears the photo-storing service is getting a widget for Android phones. What does this widget do, exactly? It'll show you photos, duh! According to XDA, who first spotted the code and then shared...

The New Nest Thermostat is $30 Off Again

Kellen July 1, 2021 3

The newest Nest Thermostat, the one with the mirror display that comes in a handful of pretty colors and was released only last year at a reasonable price, is on sale! $30 off is the deal, matching that of Amazon Prime Day's festivities. That's right, if you...

It’s Straight Up Cats and Dogs on Waze Right Now

Tim July 1, 2021 2

Announced this morning and here for only a limited amount of time, there's a new option for animal lovers who want to be directed to their destination in Waze by either a dog or cat. It may not seem practical to have a dog or cat guide you, but somehow, Waze...

Google TV’s “Watch With Me” Series Helps You Find New Stuff

Kellen July 1, 2021 2

Google TV is big on giving you recommendations for a new show or movie to watch. In fact, that's almost the entire idea behind the platform and its slick UI, so it makes sense that Google would continue to evolve it in ways that provide you with even more...

Sony Xperia 1 III, POTY Candidate, Up for Pre-Order Now

Tim July 1, 2021 16

Sony's Xperia 1 III, one of the phones I could see challenging Google's push for POTY (phone of the year) supremacy in 2021, will begin to ship on August 19, with pre-orders live starting July 1 (today!). The price? Oh, nothing too crazy, just $1299. Why am I...

DEAL: Refurb’d Pixel 5 for Verizon Only $430 ($270 Off)

Tim June 30, 2021 10

Right now on Best Buy's website, you can snag a refurbished Pixel 5 for just $429, down from its usual price of $699. Yup, Google has yet to discount this device and a new Pixel 5 will still run you $699. That's pretty wild. This is a Verizon variant of the...

2026 February Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen February 3, 2026 10

Google Pixel February 2026 update now available for download on the Pixel 7a up through the Pixel 10 series. The February...

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Where’s the February Pixel Update?

Kellen February 2, 2026 10

Pixel updates are no longer released on the first Monday of the month, as Google has shifted to a schedule that gives it more...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra and Specs

Kellen January 30, 2026 10

The Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks with a set of specs, including the camera, battery size, processor, and dimensions. Samsung still...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 29, 2026 10

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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Chrome Gets 5 Wild New Gemini AI Features

Kellen January 28, 2026 10

Google has essentially launched its new vision for Chrome today with an announcement for several new Gemini-powered features...

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Galaxy Z TriFold US Sales Open January 30, Priced at $2,899

Tim January 27, 2026 10

Samsung has confirmed Galaxy Z TriFold availability for the US. The trifold will go on sale starting January 30, priced at $2...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen January 27, 2026 10

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026 10

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 24

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 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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