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AT&T Adds Another 28 5G Markets, Turns on DSS in Some

Kellen June 29, 2020 4

Fresh off adding 155 markets to its 5G list two weeks ago, AT&T is back with another 28 new ones. They also just turned on Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) in several, helping them spread 5G quicker by utilizing their existing 4G LTE network. AT&T Adds...

Shocking News: Razer Phone 2 Receives July Security Patch!

Tim June 27, 2020 14

Here's a bit of news I never expected to write: Razer Phone 2 has received an update! According to multiple owners on reddit, Razer is shipping out the July security patch, labeled as software build number P-SMR4-RC001-RZR-200616.3181. The update weighs around...

Podcast: OnePlus, You Have Our Attention

Kellen June 26, 2020 1

On this episode of the DL Show, we have a number of topics to cover, like OnePlus' triumphant return to affordability, iOS 14 and all of the Android features it borrows, Google's Pixel 4a at the FCC, Samsung and more Samsung, plus confirmation that LG's Velvet...

Don’t Expect These Particular Android 11 Features on Every Android Device

Tim June 26, 2020 17

According to a leaked draft of the Android Compatibility Definition Document (not yet live here), Google is already outlining which Android 11 features 3rd-party OEMs will not need to include on any of their Android 11-running devices. Read: Everything New in...

Google Meet Outlines Upcoming Features, Including Custom Backgrounds

Tim June 25, 2020 2

Many people are using services like Zoom and Google Meet, so it's no surprise that the companies behind them have been pouring a ton of resources into making them better to use. Google Meet is seeing huge usage growth, and with that, Google is outlining what's...

Pixel 4a Shows Signs of Life as It Stops by FCC

Kellen June 25, 2020 13

The Google Pixel 4a is a phone I think we all assumed would have been fully reviewed by now. Instead, more than likely due to the global pandemic that is showing no signs of being contained in the US, Google has held off on releasing it. It still could come...

Nest Hub Max Becomes Your Group Video Calling Bestie

Kellen June 25, 2020 3

Because we're still making more video calls than humans were ever going to be ready for, Google has brought group video calling to its big smart home controller, the Nest Hub Max. Both Duo and Meet are getting the action, so you can cook it up and chat with...

Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 Gets a Super Leak

Kellen June 25, 2020 17

It could be a month or more before Samsung announces its next watch, a watch we believe will be called the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3. As we wait for it to become official, we continue to learn more each day. Today, that continues with a couple of renders that...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 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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