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Cookie Monster Voice Returns to Waze to Help You Navigate

Tim November 4, 2019

Back by popular demand, Cookie Monster is an option yet again inside of the Waze app. This decision was made not only because Waze is cool, but because November 2 happened to be Cookie Monster's birthday and Waze is partnering with Sesame Street to celebrate...

Google Play Points Program Arrives in US, Letting You Earn Points to Use on Digital Content

Kellen November 4, 2019

Just over a year ago, Google introduced the Google Play Points program to help users earn points from purchases of digital content that could then be used for more content, including Google Play Credit. At launch, it was only available in Japan and Korea, but...

Google’s New Nest WiFi Arrives in Stores Today

Kellen November 4, 2019

Ready to upgrade your aging Google WiFi or finally dive into the world of mesh home WiFi systems? Nest WiFi is now available. The new Nest WiFi, which features an AC2200 router that can be combined with old Google WiFi units or new Nest WiFi Points, helps you...

DEAL: Pixel 3a is $100 Off Through Google Fi ($299), Pixel 3a XL is $120 Off ($359)

Tim November 1, 2019

Should you not need the absolute latest phone from Google, might we suggest you check out Google's mid-range Pixel 3a lineup? They're quite good, we assure you. Pixel 3a Review: Tough to Beat for the Price For a limited time via Google Fi, when you purchase...

DEAL: Pixel 3 is $350 Off at B&H Photo, Pixel 3 XL $320 Off

Kellen November 1, 2019

The Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are starting to sellout at places like the Google Store and I doubt we'll see a restock. So if you don't want to shell out the $800 minimum price for the Pixel 4 (review), yet still want in the Pixel arena, you'll need to hurry to...

Motorola’s Foldable Razr Spotted in China

Tim November 1, 2019

When it comes to leaks, when it rains it pours. According to a user on Weibo, who is apparently a very sneaky photographer, someone in China is walking around with the new foldable Razr device from Motorola. As you might already know, we got a few leaked press...

Buying Fitbit Probably Means Google Will Finally Make a Smartwatch

Kellen November 1, 2019

The future of hardware between Fitbit and Google, should they join now that Google has attempted to acquire the wearable maker, is mostly a mystery. I think we're assuming there will be new Fitbit products down the road, but we also now believe Google will...

Pixel 4’s Recorder App Coming to Older Pixel Devices

Tim November 1, 2019

An official Google account on reddit has confirmed to Pixel owners that the new Recorder app, the one found on the Pixel 4 and Pixel 4 XL, is coming to older Pixel devices. Google didn't specifically say which Pixel models will get it, or when they will...

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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