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Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic Start at $349, Watch Ultra Now Comes in Blue

Tim July 9, 2025 11

The latest lineup of Galaxy Watches has been made official, all available for pre-order starting this morning via Samsung's website. There's the redesigned Galaxy Watch 8, the comeback of the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and its rotating bezel, plus a new storage...

Pixel Devices Get Mini July Pixel Drop

Kellen July 9, 2025 1

With the release of the July Pixel update yesterday and Samsung owning the stage today, Google still wants you to know that your Pixel device is loved. To prove that, they have announced the tiniest of Pixel Feature Drops in history for this month. Since we...

July 2025 Android Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen July 8, 2025 5

Following the release of the stable Android 16 update for Pixel phones in June, the first Android 16 monthly patch is here for July. Owners of Pixel phones, your new update is available and it may take care of some bugs you were experiencing. 2025 July Pixel...

Gmail’s “Manage Subscriptions” Feature is Really Here This Time

Kellen July 8, 2025 4

Gmail is getting a new "Manage Subscriptions" feature that probably sounds familiar, and that's because it was first revealed almost 3 months ago now. Well, Google did it subtly through a support page that was spotted, only they never made a public...

Galaxy S25 Ultra’s $365 Off Discount for Prime Days is Here

Kellen July 8, 2025 1

Need another deal? No, you don't, but I have one. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is $350 off through Amazon because of the Prime Day deals situation excessively running for the next couple of days. Galaxy S25 Ultra Prime Day Deal - $365 off: Depending on your...

This Pixel 9 Pro XL is $350 Off

Kellen July 8, 2025 1

I know that deals run so often on Google's devices that they almost never feel like true deals, but at the moment, thanks to Prime Days, we have one that is worth jumping on immediately before it is gone. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is seeing its biggest discount ever,...

Galaxy Watch Ultra Slapped With 50% Off Discount for Prime Day

Kellen July 8, 2025 1

It's Prime Day, for those who participate, and that means deals on deals. There are plenty to be had, but this one for Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra is quite good and should not be overlooked. 50% Off Galaxy Watch Ultra Deal: Amazon has blessed Samsung's ultra-...

OnePlus Watch 3 (43mm) Official at $299 With a Great Size

Kellen July 8, 2025 1

When OnePlus confirmed that they were making a smaller version of the OnePlus Watch 3, our only reaction was to give them a thumbs up and hope for a quick release. You see, the original and bigger OnePlus Watch 3 is still probably the best Wear OS watch you...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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