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DEAL: NVIDIA SHIELD TV Down to $129 ($20 Off), Perfect Device for Quarantine

Tim April 6, 2020

If you need a new toy to keep you busy during your possible quarantine, might I suggest a new SHIELD TV? The latest "little tube guy" model from NVIDIA is currently on sale via Amazon and Best Buy, down $20 for a total of just $129. SHIELD TV runs Android TV,...

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

Kellen April 6, 2020

Yeah, Monday! Google just posted the April 2020 Android security patch for Pixel phones and you can update to it right away if interested. We have both factory image and OTA files for download and flashing before the update shows up over-the-air. Currently, we...

Renders ‘Spill the Beans’ on Next Version of Samsung Galaxy Buds

Tim April 6, 2020

Samsung only released the updated Galaxy Buds+ a couple of months ago, but already, the beans have possibly been spilled on the next version. If you're curious about that pun, and why I will be referring to Samsung's next earbuds as Galaxy Beans, then you...

Galaxy Watch Active 2 Gets a Big Discount to $199

Kellen April 6, 2020

Our favorite smartwatch, the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active 2, is deeply discounted right now at Microsoft's store. You can get this best-of-them-all watch for as little as $199. Microsoft currently lists the Galaxy Watch Active 2 40mm models all at $199, which...

New Google Pixel Buds Briefly Show Up for Pre-Order in All Colors

Kellen April 6, 2020

Since we are now into April and the new Google Pixel Buds (or Pixel Buds 2) have not yet arrived after a brief showing at one retailer over a month ago and a quick stop at the FCC, we were beginning to wonder the status of Google's first true wireless earbuds....

Google Gifting Three Months of Stadia Pro to YouTube Premium Users

Tim April 3, 2020

Check your emails YouTube Premium users, as Google appears to be sending out codes that let you redeem three months of Stadia Pro access. Free games? Nice! It's a pretty straightforward promo. It's for new Stadia users and the code grants you three months of...

Boost Mobile Joins $15-2GB Plan Party

Kellen April 3, 2020

Like AT&T and T-Mobile, Sprint's Boost Mobile is now offering a 2GB plan for $15 per month. This new plan is only temporary, but should allow Boost customers to stay connected during a time where it's critical we do so. The new $15 plan offers unlimited...

Verizon Galaxy S10, Note 10 Lineups Updated With One UI 2.1 and April Security Patch

Tim April 3, 2020

Verizon is pushing out updates to the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 lineups to close this week out, with the update being a rather big one for these devices. Inside, you'll find One UI version 2.1, as well as the April security patch. We've written about the...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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