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

Kellen September 25, 2024 8

This is apparently it, according to Google - the "final call" for $760 off the Pixel 9 series with trades is upon us. You have until the end of the month to take advantage of potentially bloated trade values before they dip, likely forever. Google is...

Google Still Working to Solve Pixel Watch Repairability Puzzle

Tim September 25, 2024 8

Those who have owned a Pixel Watch and had to deal with the warranty and repair process are likely aware that one does not simply repair a Pixel Watch. Instead of repairing cracked screens, it appears easier for Google to simply send replacement devices, but...

When Gemini Comes to Pixel Buds Your “Hey Google” Will Change

Kellen September 25, 2024 8

As Google moves everyone over to Gemini as the on-device Assistant, we're continuing to learn about changes and the bumps in the road we made incur. In an email going out to Pixel Buds owners today, Google has tried to explain what's about to happen when you...

Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Review: Really Incredible Audio

Kellen September 25, 2024 8

It has been two years since we reviewed the original Pixel Buds Pro, which means it has been that long since Google gave us anything in their "Pro" audio line to toy with. They haven't even had a new pair of budget-friendly Pixel Buds A-series during that time...

Spotify’s AI Playlist Now in US on Android, iOS

Tim September 24, 2024 8

AI Playlist was announced in beta earlier this year, available in only a couple of markets outside of the US. Spotify today announced that the feature is now rolling out, still in beta, to Premium users in the US on both Android and iOS. With the feature,...

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

Kellen September 24, 2024 8

Update: We are seeing reports that Google has pulled this update following an issue with the software that is essentially bricking Pixel Watch devices for a small number of users. We sadly even have one of our own readers experiencing the issue. We'll keep you...

Nothing’s New Ear (Open) Buds Look Snazzy, Priced at $149

Tim September 24, 2024 8

Nothing has a new set of earbuds this week, the Ear (Open) buds, designed with a nifty wrap-around aesthetic and the classic see-thru look we've come to expect from the maker. Giving off a Fibonacci vibe, Ear (Open) buds will be priced at a completely...

Pokemon Sleep Adds Its Most Important Feature to Date: Smartwatch Compatibility

Kellen September 24, 2024 8

Pokemon Sleep launched a little over a year ago on Android and iOS and has already become a major hit. The sleep-focused Pokemon game has over 5 million downloads on Google Play alone and a stellar rating. For Pokemon fans, it's one of those apps you kind of...

Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is Here for Pixel Devices!

Kellen November 12, 2024 2

Google teased the kick off of Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 as coming "soon" at the beginning of the month. Today, they went ahead...

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Pixel Watch November Update Could Release Today (Updated: Yep)

Kellen November 12, 2024 4

The Pixel Watch has had an awkward last month since Google released Wear OS 5 to the Pixel Watch 1 and Pixel Watch 2. After...

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Google Shows Off Unreleased Pixel Watch Performance Loop Band Again

Kellen November 7, 2024 4

Google keeps teasing us by regularly showing off a Pixel Watch band that they just won't release, even though we've begged...

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November 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen November 6, 2024 13

Following up the massive Android 15 update from last month for all of Google's still-supported Pixel devices, we have the...

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Google Play Promo Slashes 30% Off Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro XL

Kellen November 4, 2024 29

Spending money on Google Play isn't something that everyone is going to be down to do on the regular. That said, there are...

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Android 15 QPR2 Beta is Coming Very Soon

Kellen November 1, 2024 1

Even with yesterday's big news about Android 16 shipping months earlier than we are used to, Google is still prepping for the...

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OnePlus 13 is Official With Solid Upgrades in Battery, Processor, Design

Kellen October 31, 2024 9

OnePlus continued its tradition of announcing its new flagship phone for China today with no word of when or if that device...

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Nest Thermostat (4th Gen) Review: A Stunner of a Smart Home Device

Kellen October 29, 2024 7

The new Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) arrived in late August as a major upgrade to the previous "Learning" model, as...

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DEAL: Galaxy S24 Ultra as Low as $449 ($970 Off), $520 Off With No Trade-in

Tim November 12, 2024 8

It's only mid November, but companies are already posting up solid early Black Friday deals, with Samsung being no exception....

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Pixel 9 at $150 Off is the Best Deal This Week

Kellen November 8, 2024 8

When each year's holiday shopping season rolls around, we get pretty excited knowing that Google is going to discount its...

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Google Gets Pre-Black Friday Busy With $300 Off Pixel 9 Pro Fold, $100 Off Pixel Watch 3

Kellen November 8, 2024 8

Google's first set of pre-Black Friday deals that went live yesterday were only a taste of what was to come it seems. This...

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Google Store’s Early Black Friday Deals Live, Fitbit and Nest Lineup Discounted

Tim November 7, 2024 8

Google has fired up its early Black Friday deals over on Google Store, saving buyers money on items like Nest Audio, Nest Cam...

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DEAL: Galaxy Tab S9 FE With Upgraded RAM Only $79 for Those Who Qualify

Tim November 6, 2024 8

We try to mention it whenever possible, but for anyone who qualifies for Samsung's education/first responder/military/etc....

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Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10+, S10 Ultra at Least $300 Off With ANY Trade

Kellen November 6, 2024 8

We are starting to see the early Black Friday deals pick-up some steam in this first week of November, with Samsung taking a...

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Google Play Promo Slashes 30% Off Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro XL

Kellen November 4, 2024 8

Spending money on Google Play isn't something that everyone is going to be down to do on the regular. That said, there are...

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Here’s a Pixel 9 Pro XL That’s $200 Off

Kellen November 1, 2024 8

Google's new Pixel 9 series has not seen any true discounts since launching in August, outside of the trade-in promos that...

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