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NVIDIA SHIELD TV Upgrade 8.2.1 Brings Long, Long List of Bug Fixes

Tim November 16, 2020 7

NVIDIA detailed a fresh update for SHIELD devices this morning, labeled as Experience Upgrade 8.2.1. As you'll see below, there's a humungous list of bug fixes, plus a solid list of what NVIDIA describes as "Enhancements." Those enhancements include a new...

Galaxy S21 Lineup: All the Specs You’d Expect

Tim November 16, 2020 18

Over the weekend, the internet was treated to reported specs for the Galaxy S21 lineup, courtesy of Android Police. Sure, we're still a couple of months away from launch, but these phones appear to be nearly ready to go, with hardware and specs seemingly...

OSOM is Building a Privacy Phone That Shouldn’t be $1,000

Kellen November 16, 2020 11

OSOM, the company founded by a bunch of former Essential employees, revealed new details about its plans to launch several products late in 2021 and beyond. The company says that it wants to focus on making hardware with a privacy mind that should be premium,...

DEAL: Galaxy S20+ is $250 Off Today

Kellen November 16, 2020 2

Need a solid deal to kick off the week? Amazon has the Samsung Galaxy S20+ with a $250-off discount that drops its starting price to $949. Since we have all heard the rumors about Samsung launching the next Galaxy S line earlier than ever, possibly in January,...

Lack of Sonos Casting in YouTube Music is a Dealbreaker

Kellen November 14, 2020 23

We are in the final days of Google Play Music and (unsurprisingly) YouTube Music still lacks features to put it on equal footing with its outgoing music relative. There's one missing feature in particular that is going to be a dealbreaker for many, though....

This Could be the Spot to Track OnePlus Phone Security Updates

Kellen November 13, 2020 2

Google added OnePlus to their Android Security Bulletins page today with a link to OnePlus' security page. The page, which is a part of the OnePlus Security Response Center (OneSRC), might be a solid spot to track updates on currently supported OnePlus phones...

DEAL: OnePlus 8 12GB Model Down to Just $599 ($200 Off!)

Tim November 13, 2020 3

For a limited time, you can head over to OnePlus' online shop and snag a OnePlus 8 (12GB RAM + 256GB storage variant) for $200 off its usual price of $799. That savings brings the price down to $599, which for this phone, is a darn good deal. Read: OnePlus 8...

Verizon OnePlus 8 5G UW Gets October Security Patch, Gorgeous 5G Icon

Tim November 13, 2020 10

Verizon is shipping out an update to its OnePlus 8 5G UW device, labeled as software version IN2019_15_201103. Inside, owners will find the October security patch, as well as that gorgeous, beautiful, wonderful, amazing 5G icon that's been rolling out to all...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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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