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Toxic Android Fanboyism Must Die

Tim September 14, 2023 55

"As a Samsung fan" or "As a Google fan," which is then usually followed by some super biased bullshit, are phrases I see often on Android blogs, YouTube comments, and various tech-related sites. In case anyone needed reminding, a perfectly good stranger on the...

Google Switching to 5 Years of OS Updates on Pixel 8 Would be Bigger Than You Realize

Kellen September 7, 2023 55

As we approach the launch of the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro on October 4, we'll spend plenty of time talking about leaked specs and design changes and pricing. But there is one rumored area of the story that we're paying the most attention to, and it's one...

When a New Android Update Hits, Do You Update Right Away or Wait?

Kellen August 24, 2023 55

This is one of those topics that I can probably guess where it'll go, because this is an enthusiast site, but it's a topic I saw brought up recently. The idea of software updates and when to take them appears to be a thing people consider before pulling the...

Pixel Watch Metal Links Band: Should You Spend $200 on This?

Kellen June 22, 2023 55

The Google Pixel Watch is closing in on its 1-year anniversary after first launching last October. At arrival, Google sold several Pixel Watch watch bands that we ranked to help you decide which to buy, since well, none were exactly that budget-friendly. There...

Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan is a Different Unlimited Plus

Kellen May 20, 2023 55

Verizon's new myPlan wireless plans aren't great. They are arguably the worst wireless plans in the industry at the moment, which is something I'm sure that AT&T is happy to hear me say. Neither offer plans that can compete with T-Mobile's offerings,...

Google Needed to Take the Pixel Tablet and Dock One Step Further

Kellen May 16, 2023 55

Of all the devices that Google showed off at I/O last week, the Pixel Tablet was the first I ran to pre-order. While I'm certainly interested in testing a Pixel Fold and have been deep in testing a Pixel 7a for a couple of weeks, the Pixel Tablet was the...

5 Things I Miss About My Pixel 7 After Switching to the Galaxy S23

Kellen May 4, 2023 55

I heaped a whole bunch of praise on the Galaxy S23 the other day, calling it "my happy little phone." And it really is a happy little guy that has taken over as my phone of choice at the moment because of its size, incredible battery life, solid camera, and...

Galaxy S23 is My Happy Little Phone

Kellen April 27, 2023 55

Back in March, I shared my early impressions of the smallest Galaxy S23 after spending a few days with it. The post, at least at the time, might have seemed a bit ahead of reality, as I was quick to call it the "Small Phone King." Like, come on Kellen, 3 days...

What’s New in Android 15 Beta 2: The Fun Stuff!

Kellen May 16, 2024 4

Since we’re in Android 15 Beta 2, it’s probably safe for you to go ahead and flash this to your Pixel phone, assuming you are...

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Android 15 Beta 2 is Here for Pixel Devices and Non-Pixel Devices

Kellen May 15, 2024 4

It wouldn't be a Google I/O week without a brand new Android 15 Beta release. Prepare your Pixel devices, my friends, for the...

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10 Big New Android Features From I/O: Private Space, Wallet Cards, AI in Google TV, More

Kellen May 15, 2024 2

If you fell asleep during yesterday's keynote because the only thing Google wanted to talk about was Gemini and AI, you are...

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I’ve Spent 5 Days With the Pixel 8a

Kellen May 13, 2024 8

Shortly after the Pixel 8a was announced, we looked through all of the comments that were made about the phone and noticed...

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Samsung Begins Galaxy AI Rollout to More Devices

Tim May 10, 2024 9

Back in mid-April, Samsung announced that it would soon be bringing the Galaxy AI update (aka One UI 6.1) to a good list of...

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May 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen May 7, 2024 24

Google released the May Android security update for Pixel phones today, on this first Tuesday of the month. This latest...

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Google’s Pixel 8a is Official at $499 and With Promising Upgrades

Kellen May 7, 2024 10

The Google Pixel 8a is an official phone as of this morning, with pricing, specs, and features all now confirmed. For those...

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Pixel Watch May Update: It Arrived With the Patches

Kellen May 6, 2024 8

Google has not yet updated its Pixel phones or foldables or tablets with the May Android security patch, but they have now...

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DEAL: OnePlus Watch 2 at $199 is Easy Decision ($100 Off)

Tim May 15, 2024 55

While we weren't big fans of the original OnePlus Watch, the new OnePlus Watch 2 is a Wear OS device we like very much. The...

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DEAL: Pixel 7 Pro 512GB Down to New Low of $479 ($620 Off!)

Tim May 10, 2024 55

Google continues to sell the Pixel 7 Pro as high as $1099 for the 512GB model. We don't think there's any reason you should...

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Buy a Galaxy Watch 6 and Samsung Will Give You a 2nd for Free

Kellen May 8, 2024 55

Buying a Galaxy Watch 6 is never a bad idea, since it's one of the best smartwatches on the planet. You really can't go wrong...

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Pixel 8a Pre-Order Deals: $100 Gift Cards From Amazon, Best Buy

Kellen May 7, 2024 55

With the Pixel 8a going official and up for pre-order, it's time to be on the lookout for the best deals, as early launch...

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Galaxy S24 Ultra: An Easy $200 Off, No Trade-in Required

Kellen May 3, 2024 55

Hey, here's a decent Samsung deal that doesn't require a trade-in or anything and is instead just a solid discount. The...

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DEAL: Fossil Giving Away Gen 6 Watches at $79

Tim May 1, 2024 55

In January of this year, Fossil made the decision to exit the Wear OS market and not produce any new smartwatches. However,...

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Time’s Running Out to Get Pixel 8 Pro at $799 ($200 Off)

Tim April 30, 2024 55

You have four more days to snag a Pixel 8 Pro at its discounted price of $799, a whopping $200 off the usual price....

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DEAL: Best Buy Has Instant $200 Savings on Galaxy S24 Ultra ($1099)

Tim April 26, 2024 55

For anyone who has a ton of Best Buy gift cards laying around or maybe you have one of those sweet My Best Buy memberships,...

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