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Google is Done Waiting for Carriers, Rolls Out RCS to US in Messages Today

Kellen November 14, 2019

Google is doing it, they are finally doing it. RCS is broadly rolling out to the US through Google's Messages app starting today. Google shared the news with us this morning in a somewhat striking turn of events. You may recall that as they began rolling out...

Wear OS Gets a Redesigned Google Play Store

Kellen November 13, 2019

I know that most people are in agreement that Wear OS is trash and the watch options aren't great, but I'm foolishly still holding out hope that it will one day be good. Because of that foolishness, here is a bit of news: Google Play on Wear OS is now slightly...

MIRROR, At-Home Workout Platform You’ve Likely Seen Commercials For, Launches Android App

Tim November 13, 2019

If you've caught a bit of cable TV recently, I think it's safe to assume that you've seen a commercial or two for MIRROR, an at-home workout platform that is built directly into a physical mirror you place on the floor or hang on your wall. It's a snazzy...

PSA: Google Play Opinion Rewards Credit Expires After One Year

Tim November 13, 2019

Not that I am a person to leave Google Play credit just sitting in my account, but in case you happen to be, take note that credit gained from the Google Play Opinion Rewards app will indeed expire after one year from the date it was credited to your account....

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...

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...

Gmail Gets Refreshed Summary Cards, New “Happening Soon” Section

Kellen October 2, 2024 2

Gmail is getting several big changes to the way it presents information for purchases, events, bills, and travel emails. The...

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Android 16 Codename Tipped to be Baklava

Tim September 30, 2024 14

It appears as though Google is getting ready to start over, folks. Or maybe more appropriately, they already did and we're...

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Pixel 9 Pro Fold Review: An Excellent Foldable That’s Tempting Me

Kellen September 26, 2024 23

Google certainly went big this year when it comes to smartphone releases and choices. Not only did they give us a Pixel 9,...

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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Review: Really Incredible Audio

Kellen September 25, 2024 16

It has been two years since we reviewed the original Pixel Buds Pro, which means it has been that long since Google gave us...

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Wear OS 5 Update is Here for Pixel Watch, Pixel Watch 2! (Updated)

Kellen September 24, 2024 4

Update: We are seeing reports that Google has pulled this update following an issue with the software that is essentially...

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Google TV Streamer First Impressions: The Speed Improvements! And the Remote.

Kellen September 23, 2024 47

The new Google TV Streamer is launching tomorrow and we've had the chance to test one out for the past week or so. Since I...

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Google TV Gets Google Home Panel, AI Wallpapers, New Sports Page

Kellen September 23, 2024 5

To celebrate the launch of the Google TV Streamer this week, Google is pushing out a handful of big features to the Google TV...

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Thursday Question: What Phone Are You Using Right Now?

Tim September 19, 2024 223

Here's a quick question: What phone are you currently using? It's a simple question, but the answers can vary so greatly...

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DEAL: Trade-in Gets Galaxy Watch Ultra to Low of $299 ($350 Off)

Tim September 30, 2024

We really enjoy the Galaxy Watch Ultra, especially as this discounted price. Thanks to enhanced trade-in values, buyers can...

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Google Says It’s Final Call for $760 Trades Toward Pixel 9 Pro

Kellen September 25, 2024

This is apparently it, according to Google - the "final call" for $760 off the Pixel 9 series with trades is upon us. You...

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Google Birthday Drops $760 Off Pixel 9 Pro With Trades Again

Kellen September 16, 2024

Google is celebrating another birthday this month and that means a new round of deals on their brand new Pixel 9 Pro devices....

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$100 Credit Towards NFL Sunday Ticket Extended to YouTube Premium Subscribers

Tim September 13, 2024

As a perk for being with YouTube TV, customers are gifted a $100 credit toward NFL Sunday Ticket. It helps take the sting off...

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DEAL: Galaxy S24+ at Least $320 Off, More With Trade

Kellen September 11, 2024

Samsung Discover week is in full swing at this point, with deals running each day you might consider if in the market for a...

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DEAL: Galaxy Z Fold 6 Starts at $570 Off, Free Storage Upgrade, More

Kellen September 9, 2024

A new Discover Samsung week is upon us and that means another round of big discounts, some of which are on a limited time...

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DEAL: Pixel 8 Pro is $375 Off in Lowest Price Ever

Kellen September 9, 2024

The Pixel 9 series is such a major release from Google. They just seem to have nailed almost everything about the phone...

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DEAL: Galaxy S24 Ultra 512GB is $50 Cheaper Than 256GB, $750 Off Trades

Kellen September 6, 2024

Samsung is running a Galaxy S24 Ultra deal to end the week that is not very common. They are offering up the chance to...

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