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DEAL: Save $20 on Google Home ($79), $24 on Google Home Mini ($25)

Tim November 12, 2019

Should you feel bad about giving Google Home Mini devices out as holiday presents? I don't, and since they're always on sale (or given away for free at times), I think they make perfect little stocking stuffers. Right now, you can pick up a Google Home Mini...

Minecraft Earth Available for Android in Early Access!

Tim November 12, 2019

This is not a drill -- Minecraft Earth is now available for download on your Android device in early access. With the core gameplay taking place in augmented reality, Minecraft Earth will be like Pokemon GO in a way, but for those who prefer playing in the...

Poll: Subscribing to Disney+?

Kellen November 12, 2019

Disney+ is the topic of the week now that it's available and The Mandalorian is officially in our lives. I'm curious, though, at how many of you are signing up or have already subscribed. And I'm wondering that because the launch of this feels like few other...

Pixel 4 Owners, You Can Stop Bugging Navy Federal to Support Face Unlock

Tim November 12, 2019

Navy Federal Credit Union is rolling out Face Unlock support for Pixel 4 owners this week, specifically shouting out users in the app update's changelog on Google Play. Pixel 4 owners - this one’s for you! It's been a hard few weeks using your passcode to sign...

Facebook Pay Brings Consistent System to Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp

Kellen November 12, 2019

Because Facebook has so many different services that so many of you unfortunately use, they wanted to integrate a payment system that is more consistent. Today, they are introducing Facebook Pay to help with that, so you'll soon have a similar payment...

Infographic: Google Releases App, Proceeds to Shut App Down

Tim November 12, 2019

Google's long history of releasing apps and services, then shutting them down -- sometimes abruptly -- if they aren't adopted by the masses is well documented. A few apps that come to mind are Inbox, Allo, as well as the lesser known services like Google Wave...

Don’t Forget About Your Free Disney+ for a Year From Verizon

Kellen November 12, 2019

Now that Disney+ is available, I'd imagine that a number of you want it, but aren't ready to fork out $6.99 per month on top of your cable, Netflix, and other streaming service bill. Here's your reminder, friendly Verizon customer, that you are likely eligible...

Disney+ is Now Live! (Updated)

Tim November 11, 2019

After months of waiting, Disney+ has arrived! You can sign-up for, download, and stream Disney+ right now. For us on Android, you'll want to start by downloading the official Disney+ app from Google Play. This app will allow you to watch all of your favorite...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025

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

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

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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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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