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Google Deletes Your Google Play Music Library Tomorrow

Kellen February 23, 2021 10

The final day has come for Google Play Music. Google has been warning you off and on for several months now that your Google Play Music library needs to be moved over to YouTube Music, or else. You see, Google doesn't want to continue storing libraries for a...

Tuesday Poll: Do You Use Android Auto?

Tim February 23, 2021 93

I was discussing Android Auto with Kellen yesterday and this guy had the audacity to joke that Android Auto is not that good. He was actually kinda harsh about it, playfully of course, but I got the sense that he isn't a big fan of Google's phone-powered...

Google Shows Off 6 New Android Features That Everyone Gets

Kellen February 23, 2021 12

Like they did at the end of December, Google spent this morning showing off another six new features that are coming to Android that everyone should get to use. Unlike a typical software update that rolls out by carrier or manufacturer, these are features that...

Google’s Upcoming Pixel 5a Apparently Looks Like the Pixel 5

Kellen February 22, 2021 35

Rumors and leaks surrounding a potential 2021 line-up of Google Pixel phones haven't been as free flowing as in years past. By this time last year, we had seen renders of the Pixel 4a and would be days away from a full device reveal. Today, we may be getting a...

Google Fi Will Give You 50% Off Your Bill for the First 3 Months

Kellen February 22, 2021 4

Google Fi is currently hosting a deal that should let curious wireless customers take the service for a spin without spending much money. How does 50% off for the next 3 months sound? For a limited time, Google is offering new customers or new lines a 50%...

Now is the Best Time to Buy a Galaxy Watch 3: $150 Off

Kellen February 22, 2021 5

Samsung is hosting more than deals on its best phones this week. For those eyeing their newest smartwatches, you are in luck, thanks to a big discount on all models. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 is $150 off in both 41mm and 45mm sizes, as are the Bluetooth and...

Verizon Galaxy S10 Family Updated With February Security Patch (Update: Galaxy S9 Line, Too!)

Tim February 22, 2021

Verizon and Samsung are sending out another update to the Galaxy S10 lineup, this time being the February security patch. Nothing else is listed inside of the changelog, but hey, security patches are sweet and Samsung just happens to be the best at sending...

That Sweet LG Rollable Probably Not Happening Anymore

Tim February 22, 2021 5

Remember that sweet rollable device that LG showcased this past January during CES? The one that was said to be coming later this year? Yeah, that may not be happening anymore, with reports out of South Korea detailing that amid mobile business restructuring,...

Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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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Pixel Watch 4 Updates Bring New Gestures, Smarter Smart Replies

Kellen December 9, 2025 5

The Pixel Watch 4 is seeing its own little Feature Drop this morning with a handful of new features. Google is adding a...

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Google Sends First Big Update to Android XR and Galaxy XR With PC Connect, More

Kellen December 8, 2025 5

Google finished hosting the latest in "The Android Show" today and the topic at hand was Android XR. We knew this show was...

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Samsung Launches One UI 8.5 Beta on Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 8, 2025 5

The signs suggesting that Samsung was about to release One UI 8.5 in some form were there, like this massive changelog and a...

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Samsung Pulls Out Galaxy S25 Ultra Deal I’ve Never Seen Before

Kellen December 7, 2025 5

Even with last weekend well behind us, there are still Cyber Week deals to be had through places like Samsung. They appear to...

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Google Added 9 Sweet New Features to Your Pixel in Big Update

Kellen December 2, 2025 5

Following the release of several beta builds over a number of months, Google released Android 16 QPR2 today in stable as the...

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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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