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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...

Messaging With Instant Translation and Capture Sharing Begins Slow Roll Out to Stadia Users

Tim November 13, 2020 4

Yet to be made official by Stadia in an announcement, users on the Stadia subreddit are discovering that a messaging feature is rolling out to the service in waves. Thanks to what users are sharing, this isn't some basic messaging hub. Inside, folks are seeing...

You Can Now Schedule Meetings in Google Calendar Straight From Google Chat

Tim November 13, 2020 4

Google announced this week that users can now schedule meetings in Google Calendar straight from Google Chat, which should be clutch for all of the busy professionals that use that app. To take advantage of this, click on the new dedicated Calendar icon which...

Google Says It’s Working on Nest Audio and Chromecast Integration

Tim November 13, 2020 9

The Wall Street Journal recently conducted a showdown between the Nest Audio, Amazon Echo, and Apple HomePod. While that's a solid battle there, an important tidbit straight from Google came from it, and if you were hoping for a better way to use Nest Audio as...

T-Mobile Galaxy S9 Lineup, Note 9 Receive October Security Patch and One UI 2.5

Tim November 12, 2020 3

T-Mobile is shipping out a few updates this week, specifically for the Galaxy S9 lineup, plus the Galaxy Note 9. Inside, owners of the aforementioned devices will benefit from the October security patch, plus changes that are part of Samsung's One UI 2.5...

Amazon Launches GameOn, Dedicated Service for Sharing Mobile Gaming Clips

Tim November 12, 2020 2

Amazon launched a new service today for mobile gamers called GameOn. The app's sole purpose is to make capturing and sharing mobile gameplay fun and easy. Considering what a pain it's been over the years to do that, this is pretty sweet. In the press release,...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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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