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Google TV Arrives to Replace Plenty of Established Google Platforms

Tim September 30, 2020 24

Google made Google TV official this morning, essentially a reimagining of multiple services and platforms that have become established in the Google ecosystem over the years. Yes, Google TV is launching first with the new Chromecast, but Google TV is so much...

Instagram DMs Now Powered by Facebook Messenger

Tim September 30, 2020 24

Back in August, Facebook began testing the integration of its Messenger chat service into Instagram. Those tests appear to have gone well, with the company making the move official for all users. Do note, users can opt into this experience immediately or...

Google Maps Dark Theme is Here!

Kellen September 29, 2020 24

Thanks to a brief tease from Google last year, we thought Google Maps picking up a dark theme would have been news we wrote up and forgot about long ago. For reasons we'll likely never know, that dark theme never showed up, but we are seeing signs that it...

Google Messages Plans Clean-Up of All Those Passcodes Filling Your Inbox

Kellen September 26, 2020 24

Having some level of additional security on the dozens of online accounts we access throughout a day or week or month is so important. It feels at times like our data is never safe, but requiring a passcode or something similar to login to your bank or email...

Amazon Launches Its Own Game Streaming Service, Because Those Are so Popular

Tim September 24, 2020 24

Because so many folks are flocking to cloud-based game streaming services (/end sarcasm), as evidenced by the immense popularity of Stadia (/end double sarcasm), Amazon has decided to launch its own streaming service called Luna. Luna is more like Google's...

Xbox Beta App Update We’ve Been Waiting for Arrives, Includes Remote Play

Tim September 21, 2020 24

The big news this morning was Microsoft's huge acquisition of Bethesda. While that's totes awesome for Xbox players, there's some other great news you should be aware of. This week, Xbox sent out a completely top-to-bottom rebuild of the Xbox app for Android...

TikTok, WeChat Banned in US With Trump Admin Citing ‘National Security’

Tim September 18, 2020 24

I get the feeling that many of our readers aren't into TikTok (personal note: that's your loss), but since this is pretty major news, and it involves WeChat, we should all be aware of what's taking place. As of this upcoming Sunday, September 20, TikTok and...

Kippo, the Dating App Made for Gamers, Released for Android

Tim September 17, 2020 24

There's a new dating app on the scene for Android users, one made specifically with gamers in mind. Called Kippo, it appears to be a pretty popular app over on iOS, so it's good to see Android folk allowed to get in on the action. Kippo is all about the gaming...

Oh, Google Apparently Pulled Daily Hub on the Pixel 10 Series

Kellen September 9, 2025 5

Apologies if I had any part in its demise, but apparently Google has pulled the Daily Hub feature from its Pixel 10 series....

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Nova Launcher Founder Asked to Step Away, Cease Open Sourcing Efforts

Tim September 8, 2025 35

Kevin Barry, the founder and original developer of Nova Launcher is stepping away from the forever-loved Android launcher app...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Edge

Tim September 5, 2025 15

It was only yesterday when we got eyes on the Galaxy S26 lineup of devices in the form of dummy units. As we expected, the...

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OnePlus Creating Own Imaging Engine, Wants to Pass Pinch-to-Zoom Test

Tim September 5, 2025 2

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau wrote a letter yesterday, detailing plans for the Android OEM to build and launch its very own imaging...

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Pixel Drop Live Today, Brings Material Expressive 3 UI to All Pixel Phones

Tim September 3, 2025 31

Google announced the latest Pixel Drop this morning, headed to all Pixel phones dating back to the Pixel 6 lineup (and Pixel...

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10 Features Your Pixel 10 Pro is Asking You to Play With Out of the Box

Kellen August 28, 2025 22

We are deep into testing the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL, with plans to get you a review before long. As you know, we...

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Here’s a Bunch of Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro Camera Samples

Tim August 27, 2025 31

We have been having fun with the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro for nearly a week now, trying to snap shots and get an idea of...

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Google Pixel 10 Pro Pre-Orders are Starting to Ship

Kellen August 26, 2025 45

We all pre-ordered the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL last week, knowing that they should arrive around August...

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Google’s New Pixel 10 Referral Program Smacks 10% Off in First Discount

Kellen September 9, 2025 24

Google sent out emails today to detail their new Pixel 10 referral program for those who were previously in the program. The...

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DEAL: Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra Gets Free Doubled Storage, Up to $800 With Trade-in

Tim September 8, 2025 24

Samsung is providing a very good deal on the new Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra during its launch period, attempting to get as many...

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Two Days Left to Get Free $200 Google Store Credit When You Buy Pixel 10 Pro

Tim September 2, 2025 24

Google's offer of a free $200 credit to the Google Store when you buy a Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL is set to expire on...

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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra is $300 Off

Kellen August 29, 2025 24

Here's a good deal on a phone that isn't the Pixel 10 - Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is $300 off and you don't have to trade-in...

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You Can Get a Pixel 10 Pro for Free

Kellen August 29, 2025 24

The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL are all available from the typical retailers as well as all major US carriers...

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Reserve New Galaxy Tab, Get Free $50 Credit and Upgraded Storage

Tim August 28, 2025 24

Late in the day yesterday, Samsung confirmed its next Galaxy Event will take place on September 4. At that time, we expect...

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DEAL: Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $300 Off, No Trade-in Required

Tim August 27, 2025 24

Samsung is hosting a group of deals on its website this week, maybe in an attempt to steal a bit of Google's Pixel 10 thunder...

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Buying a Pixel 10 or Pixel 10 Pro Gets You Free $200

Kellen August 21, 2025 24

Should you have found a moment to calm down after yesterday's Pixel hardware news blitz, you may have made a decision around...

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