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Where to Buy Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5G, Nest Audio, and Chromecast With Google TV

Kellen September 30, 2020 68

Assuming you are ready to pull the trigger on Google's new line-up of hardware devices, we have links to all of them below at a variety of retailers. We have you covered on the Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5G, Nest Audio, and Chromecast with Google TV. Pixel 5: Priced at...

Google Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5G Specs

Kellen September 30, 2020 121

The Pixel 5 and Pixel 4a 5G have been fully revealed by Google, thus removing any last ounces of mystery. Not that there were any mysteries, but we no longer have to qualify everything with questions or act uncertain. We know the specs. We know the prices. We...

Chromecast with Google TV Price Release Date

Google Chromecast With Google TV is Official!

Kellen September 30, 2020 64

The first product to come out of Google's "Launch Night In" event is Chromecast with Google TV, a new "Chromecast" device that's powered Google TV (Android TV?). It's the device we know, thanks to countless leaks in recent weeks leading up to today. The device...

Instagram DMs Now Powered by Facebook Messenger

Tim September 30, 2020 3

Back in August, Facebook began testing the integration of its Messenger chat service into Instagram. Those tests appear to have gone well, with the company making the move official for all users. Do note, users can opt into this experience immediately or...

Watch Google’s “Launch Night In” Pixel 5 Event!

Kellen September 30, 2020 68

The long-awaited Google "Launch Night In" event happens today, so prepare your wallets. We are expecting the Pixel 5, Pixel 4a 5G, Nest Audio, and Chromecast with Google TV to be put up for purchase immediately following the fun. If you'd like to watch the...

YouTube TV Losing FOX Regional Sports Networks… Again

Tim September 29, 2020 27

YouTube TV is losing your beloved FOX Regional Sports networks. Yes, again. If you've been subscribed to the service for the majority of 2020, you'll remember when this same thing happened in late February, only for a last minute extension deal to be made in...

Scratch That, Google Meet Keeping Unlimited Call Times for Free Accounts Well Into 2021

Tim September 29, 2020 3

Google has reversed its decision to end unlimited call times for Google Meet free accounts, instead, extending the offer to those free account owners until March 31, 2021. As we look ahead to a holiday season with less travel and important milestones like...

LG Wing Hits Verizon October 15 for $1,000

Kellen September 29, 2020 32

The LG Wing, a phone that has created its own category with a nifty swivel display trick, arrives on Verizon in a couple of weeks. Big Red will be the first to carry this unique phone, with pre-orders opening up later this week. At $999.99, you can buy the LG...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 32

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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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