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Galaxy Watch 3 is $150 Off, Which is a Lot

Kellen June 8, 2021 10

Samsung is closing in on its launch of new watches and a switch over to Google's Wear OS platform, so that likely means it's time to clear out inventory of the Galaxy Watch 3. Through almost any retailer selling the Watch 3, you'll currently find a $150 off...

Samsung’s New Lineup of Foldables Might Get Much Needed Price Drop

Tim June 7, 2021 21

Samsung's foldable phones are expensive. Even the less expensive Galaxy Z Flip devices were abut $1400 at launch, and in order to get folks on board with this foldable trend, the price has got to come down. That's one of the key things Samsung has been...

Apple Introduces Android Fragmentation With iOS 15

Kellen June 7, 2021 40

Watching the WWDC keynote today, I took in all that Apple announced for iOS 15 and WatchOS and the App Store and whatever other platforms they made time for. None of it moved the needle much for an Android user like myself, but after digging through the...

Google TV Live Tab Now Supports Sling TV

Tim June 7, 2021 4

Since launch, Chromecast with Google TV has had a dedicated Live tab that is integrated with YouTube TV, allowing subscribers to scroll through a channel guide and quickly dive into shows and movies. Until now, that Live tab only worked with YouTube TV, but...

Apple Brings Facetime to Android Via the Web

Kellen June 7, 2021 19

Apple is hosting a pre-recorded version of its WWDC keynote today where they are announcing updates to various platforms, starting with iOS. There could be several updates to their mobile OS that relate to Android, but they kicked it off by announcing that...

Stadia Comes to Chromecast With Google TV, Android TV Later This Month

Tim June 7, 2021 9

Announced this morning, Stadia is coming to Android TV and the Chromecast with Google TV on June 23. This is either Stadia's dying breath or the start of a whole new chapter. We'll see! You can see the entire list of supported Android TV devices below. It...

New Pixel Feature Drop Adds New Astrophotography Video, Gboard Smarts, More

Kellen June 7, 2021 20

As a part of the June Android security update today, Google is issuing another set of new features to their Pixel phones with a fresh Pixel Feature Drop. In this latest drop, Google is adding a new astrolapse camera feature, improved copying and pasting in...

June 2021 Android Security Update Now Available for Google Pixel Phones

Kellen June 7, 2021 11

This might seem late, but Google is following its typical schedule with the release of June Android security update for its Pixel phones. It's available today if you own a Pixel 3 up through the Pixel 5, and this month includes new Pixel Feature Drop goodies....

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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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