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If This is the Galaxy Z Fold 2, Who Isn’t Excited?

Kellen July 28, 2020 16

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is the final piece of the upcoming Unpacked puzzle that has not been fully revealed. That could because they'll only tease the device at the event and sell it further down the road, so most of the info for it isn't ready, or maybe...

OnePlus Buds Review: Actually Pretty Decent for the Money

Kellen July 28, 2020 19

Through years of Bullets Wireless versions, I've got to admit that I've never tried any of OnePlus' wireless audio accessories. It was the wire that bugged me and kept me away, because everyone else was already making true wireless earbuds that were much more...

Poll: Would You Buy OnePlus Nord if It Came to the US?

Kellen July 28, 2020 62

Maybe OnePlus will come to their senses and give us OnePlus Nord in the US and not just through that weird beta program, where you have almost no chance at getting a phone to test. Maybe they won't. They probably won't. I don't know, man, I just wish they...

Spotify Group Sessions Lets You Host Remote Listening Parties

Tim July 28, 2020 2

Spotify launched its beta for Group Sessions back in May, but this week, the music streaming service is introducing a new functionality for the beta. Starting this week, Premium users can get together and host remote listening parties, where members of a group...

A OnePlus Nord Will Come to the US, Watch Carriers F*ck It Up

Kellen July 28, 2020 15

In our review of OnePlus Nord, we didn't hold back in telling you that it would be a phone to strongly consider, even over flagships, should it come to the US. The value is too good, there's just one big problem - it's not coming to the US. Later this year, we...

In-Person CES 2021 Cancelled

Tim July 28, 2020 29

The CTA, the organization that runs CES, announced this morning that they're taking the annual event online. Previously, the CTA was pushing forward with its plan to continue hosting the consumer electronics event in Vegas, but we assume they received feedback...

OnePlus Buds Available for Purchase in the US for $79

Kellen July 28, 2020 11

OnePlus Buds, the first true wireless earbuds from OnePlus, are now available in the US. They were supposed to launch yesterday, but initial stock was either super limited or someone forgot to press the "in-stock" button, as they were marked as soldout most of...

OnePlus Nord Review: You’d Probably Buy This If It Were Here

Kellen July 28, 2020 32

OnePlus Nord marks the return of OnePlus phones to a more affordable price point after years of the company jacking up prices on its normal flagship line to Samsung Galaxy levels. It's a welcomed move by a company who does a lot right with an Android phone,...

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

Kellen December 18, 2025 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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 32

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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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 32

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 32

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025 32

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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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