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Google Pixel 5 Gets a Possible Launch Date From Google

Kellen August 6, 2020 21

The other day, Google made the Pixel 4a official in the few countries they plan to sell it. At that time, they also announced the Pixel 5 and a price for the Pixel 4a (5G) while telling us to expect each at some point in the fall. Well, that's all they told us...

Hey, It’s a Pixel 4a Unboxing

Kellen August 6, 2020 17

Google announced the Pixel 4a this week and we now have one to start toying around with. We'll get to the review shortly, test the camera, see if our eyes and fingertips can adjust to its 60Hz display, and dream about fun colors that might never show up. We'll...

Google Kills the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL and That’s Perfectly OK

Kellen August 6, 2020 67

A few weeks ago, I noticed that the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL were completely sold out at Verizon and asked Verizon if something was up. They couldn't get me a straight answer and soon temporarily re-stocked some models. The Google Store, on the other hand, had a...

Time to Buy or Pre-Order All of Samsung’s New Sh*t

Kellen August 5, 2020 27

It's time, y'all. Pre-orders have opened up for the Galaxy Note 20 line, the Galaxy Buds Live and Galaxy Watch 3 are straight available, and your wallet is ready. At least I hope it is, because this is next-level shopping for Samsung's entire new line-up of...

Samsung Opens Android 11, One UI 3 Beta for Galaxy S20

Kellen August 5, 2020 13

The Samsung news isn't slowing this afternoon with word slipping out that the company is now accepting applications for a beta test of One UI 3 and Android 11. For Galaxy S20 owners, now is your chance to get to test Samsung's software before anyone else sees...

Which of Samsung’s New Devices are You Buying?

Kellen August 5, 2020 138

The line-up of devices that Samsung showed off today are nothing short of impressive. Their new Note 20 Ultra looks very much like the new king Android phone, the Tab S7+ makes me want an Android tablet for the first time in years, the Galaxy Watch 3 sure is...

Galaxy Note 20 Pre-Orders Up to $650 Off With Trade, Bonus $200 Credit

Kellen August 5, 2020 34

Once again Samsung has opened up reservations for its new phones and those reservations come with a bunch of promos you'll want to take advantage of. For the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra, Samsung is offering up to $650 off with trade-ins and...

Samsung Commits to Bigger Phone Updates for Three “Generations” (Updated)

Kellen August 5, 2020 23

Samsung waited until the very last minute of its Unpacked event today to announce what could be big news from a software support standpoint. As you'll see in the screenshot below, they are now committing to "OS updates up to 3 generations" of phones that...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 23

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 23

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 23

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 23

Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we're still going to dive into it...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 23

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Google shipped Android 16 QPR2 to stable channels this month as the December Pixel update,...

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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 23

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 23

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 23

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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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