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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,...

Future Google Pixel Phones Lose Unlimited Google Photos Backup

Kellen November 12, 2020 47

We all went through an emotional rollercoaster yesterday when Google told the world that it was cutting off their unlimited free storage in Google Photos, unless you bought one of their Pixel phones from the original Pixel up through the Pixel 5, as those were...

Galaxy S21 Ultra Reported to Support S Pen, But Won’t Ship With One

Tim November 12, 2020 15

Known Samsung leaker IceUniverse reports that the Galaxy S21 Ultra will indeed support Samsung's S Pen stylus, though, the company doesn't intend to include one with purchase of the upcoming device and the phone won't have a built-in slot to house it. In other...

DEAL: Pixel Stand Down to $53 at Amazon and Walmart ($26 Off)

Tim November 12, 2020 9

Google's Pixel Stand, designed to pair perfectly with most Pixel phones including the latest Pixel 5, is currently on sale at Amazon and Walmart. For what's sure to be a limited time, you can get the Pixel Stand for just $53, down from what appears to be an...

Motorola Edge is $399 and That’s a Great Deal ($300 Off)

Kellen November 12, 2020 11

The holiday season deals are getting good, my friends. Motorola unleashed its pre-Black Friday line-up this week and the standout promo has to be on the oft-forgotten Motorola Edge at an incredible price of $399.99. Originally priced at $699, this week's $300...

Instagram Now Just a TikTok Copycat With a Dedicated Tab for Ads

Tim November 12, 2020 12

Bad news, Instagram fans. The service made its Shop and Reel tabs official this morning, meaning for those who weren't in the beta, you'll soon see an updated user interface when opening the app, one that adds a couple new things for you to look at. Let me...

Verizon Galaxy Note 10 Phones Grab November Security Patch

Kellen November 12, 2020 3

The Verizon Galaxy Note 10 line, including the Galaxy Note 10+ and Galaxy Note 10+ 5G, are all receiving a fresh update this week. It's nothing special, but at least you'll have updated security. The November Android security patch is here for all Note 10...

Pixel 10a Official at $499 and the Upgrades are Tough to Find

Kellen February 18, 2026 3

Google fully unveiled the Pixel 10a today and there aren't many surprises following weeks of information trickling into our...

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Google Brings AirDrop Support to Pixel 9

Kellen February 17, 2026 3

Google has moved forward with its promise to bring AirDrop support to more phones. Today, the Search giant announced that the...

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Google’s Pixel is Getting a Now Playing App

Kellen February 16, 2026 3

Wouldn't it be cool if the Now Playing service on your Pixel phone had its own app that could get new features more regularly...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen February 16, 2026 3

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 15, 2026 3

Android 17 Beta is officially live and we've got it up and running on a Pixel 10 Pro. You could have it on your device as...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Actually Here for Your Pixel

Kellen February 13, 2026 3

UPDATE FEBRUARY 13 - Google tried to ship out the first Android 17 Beta 1 update a couple of days ago, but something forced...

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Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026 3

We have already seen a few Pixel 10a renders, but as we have gotten closer to a launch day, the quality of said renders has...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 3

Google surprised the Android world this afternoon by announcing that Android 17 Beta 1 is arriving "soon." Yeah, Android 17,...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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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