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OnePlus 7 and 7T Devices Get First Android 11 Open Beta

Kellen January 20, 2021 14

After disclosing a few weeks ago that it had run into a data decryption issue with Android 11 (OxygenOS 11) updates for the OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7T families, and promising we'd see beta builds arrive shortly, OnePlus has shared those today. The first OxygenOS...

Amid Constant Struggles, LG Considers Exit From Smartphone Business

Tim January 20, 2021 55

LG has lost a lot of money from its mobile business over the past 5 years. According to The Korea Herald, the total loss is around $4.5 billion, with the company replacing its head of the mobile division about once a year. It seems no one can right the ship,...

Verizon Galaxy Note 9 Receives… January Security Patch

Tim January 20, 2021 3

Sorry to get you excited with that headline, but Verizon is sending out the January security patch to owners of the Galaxy Note 9. Just to be clear, this isn't the Android 11 (One UI 3.0) update, and if Samsung's past announcement is still accurate, the Galaxy...

Get Google’s Best Pixel 5 Case For $28 ($12 Off)

Kellen January 19, 2021 8

We may have just finished up talking about a Pixel 5 case I've grown quite fond of over the past month, but because of its price and lack of provided protection, it's not one that most should consider. If you are still on the hunt for another quality case,...

AT&T Brings 5G+ to Oracle Park (SF) and Ball Arena (Denver)

Tim January 19, 2021 2

AT&T is here to remind us that going to sporting events is a big no-no right now, as we're still in the midst of a pandemic that is seemingly getting worse as vaccine rollout is slow and still very selective. Regardless of all that, the carrier announced...

SHIELD TV Update 8.2.2 Includes Support for Xbox Series X, PS5 Controllers

Tim January 19, 2021 13

NVIDIA detailed a new SHIELD TV update this morning, labeled as Experience Upgrade 8.2.2. Inside, NVIDIA quite a few goodies, especially for those who are lucky enough to have a new next-gen console in their home. As detailed by NVIDIA, the update brings...

Verizon Galaxy Note 20 Lineup Receives January Patch (Update: AT&T, Too)

Tim January 19, 2021 4

Fresh off of the Android 11 update, the Galaxy Note 20 lineup on Verizon is receiving another update, this time the January security patch. That's all that is listed in the changelog, so don't go digging too far for any hidden goodies. Once updated, the Galaxy...

Verizon Galaxy S20 FE Gets Its Big Android 11 Update (Updated: Unlocked, AT&T, T-Mo)

Kellen January 19, 2021 7

The original timeline for Samsung's rollout of Android 11 and One UI 3.0 updates pointed to the Galaxy S20 FE getting access in January and they've met that today. The Verizon Galaxy S20 FE should start receiving its biggest update to date this week. Labeled...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 7

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 7

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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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