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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,...

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...

Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5 Reasons to Buy Samsung’s Newest Flagship

Tim February 26, 2026 15

We have the brand new Galaxy S26 Ultra from Samsung now up for pre-order. It's quite the looker, featuring a slightly updated...

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Android 17 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Devices!

Tim February 26, 2026 15

Android 17 Beta 2 has been released for Pixel devices. You'll find support for the build all the way back to the Pixel 6...

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There is a Free Double Storage Galaxy S26 Ultra Deal, Plus You Get a $200 Gift Card

Kellen February 26, 2026 15

Samsung is going softer than usual with its Galaxy S26 launch deals and it's kind of bumming me out. Where's the double...

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Samsung Quickly Smacking $700 Off Galaxy S26+

Kellen February 26, 2026 15

With the dust settled from yesterday's Unpacked event, we're still looking for the best Galaxy S26 deals to be had. We know...

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Samsung Quickly Slaps $500 Off Galaxy S26

Kellen February 25, 2026 15

The best Galaxy S26 deal is a quick $500 off from Samsung, thanks to a wide range of trade-in devices worth that much. Buying...

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Galaxy S26 Series Made Official, Starts at $899

Tim February 25, 2026 15

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is now official, and for those who have been following Galaxy news for the past few months, the...

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The Nothing Phone 4a Comes in Pink

Kellen February 25, 2026 15

Earlier in the week, Nothing showed off its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a in a pretty typical mostly-white colorway. The phone...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Crazy New Privacy Display Feature

Kellen February 23, 2026 15

We showed you earlier that someone was able to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra super early by paying an enormous sum of money in Dubai...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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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