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Nest Hub Max is Getting a Redesigned UI and It Looks Mighty Fine

Tim September 23, 2020 4

A lucky Nest Hub Max owner received an updated UI on his smart display this week and decided to share what's new in a video with the world. The device is running software version 32.24.0, meaning it's way ahead of what most units are running. Mine is sitting...

Sling TV Gets ‘Watch Party’ Feature Complete With Chat and Video

Tim September 23, 2020 1

Sling TV is introducing a new Watch Party feature this week, great for those who want to socially distance and still watch their favorite shows and games with friends. Accessible starting today on Chrome web browsers, customers can connect in real-time via a...

Google Pixel 4a 5G Specs Show How Close It is to Pixel 5

Kellen September 23, 2020 39

Google's messaging around the Pixel 4a 5G and the Pixel 5 is going to be critical when both launch here in a week. We know the pricing for each won't match, but there's potential for it to get awkward when someone asks, "What's the difference between the two?"...

Our Favorite Casemaker’s Pixel 5 Case Already Up for Sale and 20% Off

Tim September 23, 2020 4

The Pixel 5 still isn't entirely official, but that isn't stopping case makers from getting their goods ready for launch. After all, these companies are usually sent device dimensions good and early, allowing accessories to be ready to go upon launch. One of...

Samsung ECG Support Arrives on Galaxy Watch 3, Galaxy Watch Active 2 in US

Kellen September 23, 2020 43

Samsung is updating its two best watches today to bring the Samsung Health Monitor app and support for ECG measurements. After receiving approval on the day the Galaxy Watch 3 was announced, we have been waiting for news on a timeline for arrival. That wait is...

Galaxy S20 Fan Edition Arrives With $699 Price, Pre-Orders Today

Tim September 23, 2020 58

A new member of the Galaxy S20 family was made official this morning, the Galaxy S20 FE (Fan Edition). Priced starting at $699, this device can be seen as a competitor to plenty of devices on the market, but with so many Galaxy phones on the market, it could...

Google Assistant Gets Workday Routine, Adds More Lights to Gentle Sleep-Wake

Kellen September 23, 2020 7

So many of us have tried to fully adjust to a work life at home after the pandemic forced everyone from their offices months ago. As a way to bring a bit of normalcy back to your work day, Google Assistant is getting a new routine to send you reminders...

Google Pixel 5: What Do We Know So Far? (Updated: September 24)

Kellen September 22, 2020 48

The Google Pixel 5 is shaping up to be one of the weirdest in Google's phone story. Not only is it expected during a global pandemic, but Google may be moving this new version of the Pixel out of the ultra high-end phone category and into a space hundreds of...

How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 48

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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 48

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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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