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Verizon Turns on Nationwide 5G Icon in Time for iPhone 12 Launch

Tim October 12, 2020 27

Apple is expected to announce a number of 5G phones this week, and presumably to coincide with that, Verizon has begun flipping the switch on its "nationwide 5G network." Now, we're not talking about the carrier's extremely limited UWB stuff. This is low-band...

DEAL: Unlocked Galaxy Note 10 for $550 on eBay ($400 Off)

Tim October 12, 2020 10

Maybe you don't need all of the latest fancy stuff? Maybe last year's phone will do you just fine? If that's the case, you can save a ton of money, which is always a great thing. Right now on eBay, Microsoft is selling off its inventory of unlocked Galaxy Note...

YouTube Music App Getting Big Update for Android TV, Smart TVs

Tim October 12, 2020 21

The official YouTube Music app for Android TV and the one pre-loaded on select smart TVs is getting some much needed love. Following this update, users will have a bunch of new features, so for those who have stuck with the service since the switch from Play...

New Google Nest Thermostat Official at $129

Kellen October 12, 2020 21

The new Google Nest Thermostat was announced this morning at the expected price of $129, making it Google Nest's most affordable smart thermostat to date. As a smart thermostat, you probably know most of the story here (works with Assistant, has an app, is...

Pixel 5 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 12, 2020 112

We had a chance to show you the new Pixel 4a 5G the other day and I'm sure some of you got excited, but we know you were waiting for the star of the show. Today, that star has arrived and it's Google Pixel 5 unboxing time. In this video with Google's new top...

OnePlus 8 Pro and OnePlus 8 Android 11 Updates Rolling Out Now!

Kellen October 10, 2020 11

The big Android 11 update is now rolling out to the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro! After several previews and betas, OnePlus began pushing the update this weekend with OxygenOS 11 by its side. If you've missed our previous coverage of this massive update, here's...

Here’s the OnePlus 8T From All Angles

Tim October 9, 2020 27

Here's something for all you rabid OnePlus fans as we head into the weekend. Next week, OnePlus will make the OnePlus 8T official, and while we've already seen a bit of it, we now have a complete 360-degree look at the device thanks to a premature listing. The...

DEAL: Nest Thermostat E With Bonus Temperature Sensor is $129 ($70 Off)

Kellen October 9, 2020 5

Google is reportedly on the verge of announcing a new Nest Thermostat that starts at $129.99, but you can already buy their excellent Nest Thermostat E at that price today, plus you get a Nest Temperature Sensor tossed in for free. Best Buy has a bundle...

Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 5

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 5

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 5

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 5

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 5

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 5

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 5

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 5

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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 27

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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