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#AndroidHelp Hashtag Hotline on Twitter Fired Up to Solve Your Android Issues

Tim January 27, 2020

The Android team has launched an official #AndroidHelp hashtag on Twitter this week, aimed at helping you solve your Android-related issues. Keep in mind, there were 2.5 billion active Android devices as of last May, so depending on how many people seek help...

Galaxy Z Flip, Samsung’s Other Foldable, Reported to be AT&T Exclusive and Cost $1,400

Tim January 27, 2020

XDA's Max Weinbach has new Galaxy Z Flip (previously thought to be called Galaxy Bloom) information this week, important for anyone who is currently saving money for Samsung's upcoming foldable. According to Weinbach, the new foldable style will be a timed AT&...

‘True’ Galaxy Fold Successor Said to be Coming Q2, Feature 5G and S Pen

Tim January 27, 2020

According to XDA's Max Weinbach, we should expect to see the true Galaxy Fold successor come this year in Q2. So you don't have to Google it, that's April 1 to June 30, 2020. Not only did Weinbach offer a timeframe from his sources, but to be thoughtful, he...

Google Camera Update Hints at New Pixel Phones, Video Improvements

Kellen January 27, 2020

An update for the Google Camera update that showed up over the weekend gives us two hints about the future of Google Pixel phones. For one, we might get a video improvement, which is an area that Google's Pixel 4 got hammered on in early reviews. Additionally,...

Older SHIELD TV Units Pick Up Support for New SHIELD Remote in 8.0.2 Update

Tim January 27, 2020

An update is rolling out to older SHIELD TV models this week, one that mainly focuses on adding support for the new SHIELD Remote, which happens to now be purchasable separately from the new SHIELD TV units. Sweeeeet! For details on new SHIELD Remote, check...

Pre-Order Galaxy S20+, Get Free Set of Galaxy Buds+

Tim January 27, 2020

According to a recently leaked image from @evleaks, anyone who intends on preordering a new Galaxy S20 device from Samsung will be treated to a free pair of Galaxy Buds+, the sequel earbuds to the original Galaxy Buds. Galaxy Buds from Samsung are one of our...

Official Successor to Vine Launches, Available Now on Android and iOS

Tim January 27, 2020

At long last, a successor to Vine has arrived in the form of byte, a new 6-second video clip sharing platform. Available over this past weekend on both Android and iOS, byte is essentially the same exact thing as Vine was. Creators can make video clips of up...

New NVIDIA SHIELD Remote Now Available as Separate Purchase

Kellen January 27, 2020

The new NVIDIA SHIELD TV picked up its first discount this week, but one could argue that the separation of its new remote might be a bigger deal. We have been waiting since launch last October for this to happen and the day has finally come. You can now buy...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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