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Google Releases Android 14 QPR2 Beta for Pixel Devices (Updated: Pixel 8)

Kellen November 15, 2023 4

A brand new Android 14 Beta program has kicked off this morning as Android 14 QPR2. This is a quarterly platform release (QPR) that will eventually turn into the March 2024 update, if you can believe that. Files are available right away for most still-...

Google Store’s Black Friday Deals Start November 16, Includes $200 Off Pixel 8 Pro

Tim November 13, 2023 21

Google is detailing what to expect from this year's Google Store Black Friday deals, and honestly, they're pretty darn good. We're talking $200 off the Pixel 8 Pro, $150 off the Pixel 8, $100 off the Pixel Tablet, as well as $400 off the Pixel Fold. Other...

Pixel 7a Keeps Its $374 Price That’s Almost Too Good

Kellen November 3, 2023 7

The crazy 25% off deal for the Google Pixel 7a that started last week has continued through this weekend. At that discount, you could own a Pixel 7a, which is genuinely an excellent mid-range phone with few flaws, for $374. Best deal in smartphones at the...

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.2 Beta Update Arrives to Fix Ton of Bugs: Here’s the List

Kellen November 2, 2023 1

A new Android 14 Beta update dropped on Pixel devices this morning as Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.2. This may not be Beta 3, but Google included a lengthy list of bug fixes that sure point to this being a bigger update that would usually jump us up another version....

Pixel 7a for $374 is a Really Good Deal for Best Buy Plus Members ($125 Off)

Tim October 27, 2023 8

Best Buy has fired up its early Black Friday deals, because why not, with savings available exclusively for Best Buy Plus and Total Tech members. That means if you aren't paying for those benefits, you don't get these sweet deals. Sorry. While there are...

Android 14 QPR1 Beta 2.1 Update Released for Pixel Devices (Updated)

Kellen October 19, 2023 6

Update: This update is now available for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. A new Android 14 QPR1 beta is upon us this week with the release of QPR1 Beta 2.1. This is a small bug fixer and not Beta 3, but you should still try to update it on your supported Pixel...

Google Pixel Update Schedule: How Long Will My Phone Get Updates?

Kellen October 5, 2023 16

One of the reasons anyone owns a Google Pixel phone is because it receives what is arguably the best level of software support in Android. Samsung has certainly made its case as being the king of updates, but Google is still the quickest most months when it...

Android 14 Goes Stable, Released to Pixel Phones Today

Kellen October 4, 2023 26

The wait on the release of Android 14 is over! Google dropped the latest version of Android on us alongside the launch of the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, so even if you don't plan to pick-up their new phones, you can at least play with brand new software. Well,...