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Latest Pixel Feature Drop Includes Adaptive Battery Improvements, Safety Check Feature

Tim June 1, 2020 9

The latest Pixel Feature Drop is rolling out, full of new features for those with a Pixel device. A large chunk of what's new is the latest additions to Bedtime Mode, which we've detailed here, but Google also announced Adaptive Battery improvements, as well...

June 2020 Android Security Update Now Available for Pixel Devices (Updated)

Kellen June 1, 2020 45

Prepare yourselves, Google Pixel owners, the June Android update is here. If you own any of the Pixel phones from the Pixel 2 up through the Pixel 3, Pixel 3a, and Pixel 4 XL, you should have an update rolling out shortly, plus there are always ways to...

Bedtime Mode Gets New Features, Clock App Integration

Tim June 1, 2020 5

Bedtime Mode, part of Digital Wellbeing, is getting a few changes that Google thinks can benefit us all. When enabled, Bedtime mode keeps your phone dark and quiet, utilizing Do Not Disturb to keep notifications from waking you, while also enabling a grayscale...

Hublot Made a New Smartwatch Called “Big Bang e” and This is It (Updated: Official)

Kellen June 1, 2020 1

UPDATE 6/2: The Big Bang e is now official. Hublot is preparing to announce a new smartwatch dubbed the Big Bang e in the near future and we have the first image of it above. The watch, which stopped by the FCC today, also happened to briefly appear on their...

Another Look at Android 11’s New Quick Control Menu

Tim June 1, 2020 5

My favorite feature of Android 11 was detailed back in March, but as anyone running the latest developer builds knows, Google has yet to implement "Quick Controls" into the power menu when running Android 11. Related: Android 11 Beta release delayed. To give...

Galaxy S20 Grabs June Android Update on Day 1 (Updated: S10, Note 10 Too!)

Kellen June 1, 2020 25

Today marks the start of a new month and Samsung has blessed its current phone line with a fresh software update. Once again, just before Google can push out its scheduled monthly Android update, Samsung is ready with it, this time for the Galaxy S20. The...

Google Postpones Android 11 Beta Launch Event

Kellen May 29, 2020 25

Google announced this evening that it is postponing the June 3 event that was scheduled to be the reveal of the first Android 11 Beta. In a short Tweet, Google said that "now is not the time to celebrate," likely referring to the mass protests taking place...

Number of Pixel Buds 2 Owners Experiencing Audio Cutouts (Updated)

Kellen May 29, 2020 86

We made it clear in our review of Google's new Pixel Buds (2nd Gen) that they are the wireless buds we like the most at the moment. One thing that's also become clear as more have gotten these Buds in ear is that not all are loving the experience as much as we...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 86

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 86

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 86

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 86

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 86

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 86

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 86

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 86

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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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