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Google Shutdown Inbox 2 Years Ago and I Still Miss It

Kellen April 3, 2021 29

There are few apps that have come and gone over the years that I've truly missed as much as Google's Inbox email app. The blue-toned smarter inbox with intuitive gestures and a more organized layout has been gone for two years now, yet I still wish I could...

Verizon Galaxy Note 9 Gets a Fresh Security Patch

Kellen April 3, 2021 4

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9, a device closing in on its 4th anniversary, is getting a new update on Verizon this week. The update is minor in that it only brings new security patches, but it's yet another reminder of Samsung's lengthy support schedules for its...

Cheapest OnePlus 9 Pro, Most Expensive OnePlus 9 Available in the Future

Kellen April 2, 2021 5

Today is OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro open sales day, which mostly just means that if you want either, you can order and they should ship right away. The thing is, that's not the case for all models of each phone, specifically the cheapest version of the...

Samsung’s Super High Trade-In Values are No More

Kellen April 2, 2021 17

We had a good run, Samsung fans, but our time of getting the best values for our trade-ins is done for now. Samsung updated pricing for trade-ins when buying the Galaxy S21 family this week and the bloated values they once gave you are a thing of the past. Up...

Google WiFi Management Gets Rerouted to Google Home App

Tim April 2, 2021 8

Heads up, Google WiFi app users. Control for your networks will soon have a new home, with Google moving to shut down the current Google WiFi app. Soon, you'll need to migrate all of your info over to the Google Home app and there's nothing you can do about it...

Get Yourself a New E-WIN Gaming Chair or Desk for 30% Off, Chairs as Low as $139

Tim April 2, 2021 1

In time for Easter or whatever holiday you might be celebrating this time of year, you can grab one of E-WIN's gaming chairs, the same ones Kellen and I use on a daily basis. We've partnered with E-WIN to provide you 30% off your purchase of an E-WIN product,...

Pixel 6 Might Run Google’s Own Processor, Ditch Qualcomm

Kellen April 2, 2021 53

A Pixel 6 running a Google "Whitechapel" chip? The dream of every Google Pixel fan has been for Google to take matters into its own hands and develop a processor that its phones and other hardware could run. It would help complete the smartphone puzzle, bring...

Adios to Microsoft’s Cortana on Android and iOS

Tim April 2, 2021 8

Microsoft has been telling folks for some time that Cortana would be going away on Android devices. This week, it finally happened and thankfully it doesn't seem like anyone was effected or even noticed. Cortana was Microsoft's own little Siri/Google Assistant...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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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