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Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Fold 4 Get One UI 8 Updates in US

Kellen October 21, 2025 1

Following the release of One UI 8 to most of the still-supported Galaxy family, Samsung and its US carrier partners are now pushing the same update to the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4. The updates, like all of the previous updates, included Android 16...

Google Fi Kicks 50% Off Its Plans for 15 Months

Kellen October 21, 2025 5

Alongside all of the new features that Google announced this morning for Google Fi, they are also pushing a deal that gets you 50% off for the next 15 months. This sure sounds like a technique that Mint Mobile has done so well with, where they give you a...

HBO Max Prices Just Increased

Kellen October 21, 2025 11

Today is the day that Disney+ prices went up, so HBO decided to join in on that fun and do the same. Not even kidding here - HBO Max prices are going up as of today. The latest HBO Max price increases are live right now for new subscribers, but HBO is giving...

Google Fi Adds RCS to Web Calling, AI HD Calling, More

Kellen October 21, 2025 6

Google Fi is having itself a morning with an announcement for several new and expanding features on the way for subscribers. Google tells us that the web interface for calling and texting is about to get RCS and a new interface, AI will attempt to make calls...

Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 Should Resume This Week (Update: It’s Now Live!)

Tim October 20, 2025 4

Late last week we learned that Google pulled the Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 update for Pixel phones, following the discovery of a bug that would cause a bootloop issue when users had Desktop Mode enabled. Google has now confirmed when it intends to make the update...

Google Looking for 15 Superfans to Test Unreleased Pixel Phones

Tim October 20, 2025 15

A report from Bloomberg details an opportunity for a very, very small number of Pixel Superfans. Google will soon look for 15 individuals to help test and provide feedback on upcoming Pixel devices. Under NDA, these users will use the devices and provide...

MCON Gaming Controller is Perfect for Our Magnetic Future, Now Up for Pre-Order

Tim October 20, 2025 3

With many Android phones adopting the magnetic backsides, like the Pixel 10 series and the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, it's no surprise that accessory makers are jumping on the train. Take this MCON gaming controller, for example. Now up for pre-order, you can...

OnePlus 15 Battery Size is Massive, Has Wildly Fast Charging

Tim October 20, 2025 13

We are inching closer to the launch of OnePlus 15, scheduled to be made available starting in China on October 27. US launch is reported to be shortly after, but with us getting so close to release, we're learning more tidbits about the newest OnePlus phone....

Pixel 10 Pro Drops to $499 in Wild Mint Mobile Special

Kellen October 21, 2025 13

Ready for the best Pixel 10 Pro deal you'll find anywhere and that likely won't be topped for some time? Mint Mobile is...

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Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 Should Resume This Week (Update: It’s Now Live!)

Tim October 20, 2025 13

Late last week we learned that Google pulled the Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 update for Pixel phones, following the discovery of a...

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Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 Update Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen October 15, 2025 13

Google just released the Android 16 QPR2 Beta 3 update for all of its still-supported Pixel devices, including the new Pixel...

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Samsung Sets Date for Its Android XR “Project Moohan” Headset Launch

Kellen October 14, 2025 13

The wait is almost over if you've been looking forward to the launch of Android XR on the Project Moohan headset from Samsung...

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Pixel Watch 4 Review: Still Familiar, Still Good, Couple of Noteworthy Improvements

Kellen October 8, 2025 13

Google is now on its 4th version of the Pixel Watch and things are starting to mature nicely. I mean, I'd hope so since we're...

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October 2025 Android Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen October 8, 2025 13

Following last month's Pixel update that gave us Material 3 Expressive, we are onto the October Pixel update that should be...

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Verizon Replaces Hans Vestberg With Daniel Schulman at CEO

Tim October 6, 2025 13

Verizon has someone new in charge. Announced this morning, the board of directors has appointed Dan Schulman as CEO,...

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Gemini Just Replaced Google Assistant on Your Home and Nest Devices

Kellen October 1, 2025 13

We started talking about this back in August, so this news shouldn't come as a surprise - Gemini is here to replace Google...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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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