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Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 Designed to Bring 5G to Billions More

Tim July 30, 2024 1

Qualcomm announced this week the Snapdragon 4s Gen 2 chipset, designed specifically to bring 5G connectivity to billions more across the globe. Last year in June, Qualcomm detailed the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 built on a 4nm platform. 4s Gen 2 sports the same, as...

New Nest Learning Thermostat Leaks and Looks Incredible

Kellen July 30, 2024 1

At the Made by Google event that takes place on August 13, we know the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro series phones will be there - those have leaked plenty. We also expect a Pixel Watch 3 in two sizes, as well as new Pixel Buds Pro 2. But what about the Nest side of...

Where’s the One UI 7 Beta? Possibly Delayed

Tim July 29, 2024 1

Galaxy owners may be thinking to themselves, where's my One UI 7 beta, built on Android 15? Well, there's a bit of disappointing news to share, folks. According to sources of SamMobile, the One UI 7 beta may be delayed and there's no specifics on when it might...

Android 15 Beta 4.1 Released for Pixel Devices

Tim July 29, 2024 1

A small update is rolling out to Android 15 beta users with supported Pixel devices in the form of Beta 4.1. Inside, users will find fixes for "various issues that sometimes caused device audio to crash while making or receiving calls." That's all that is...

DEAL: Google Clearing Space, Pixel Buds Pro Down to $139 ($60 Off)

Tim July 29, 2024 1

We're all quite aware that fresh Pixel Buds Pro 2 are on the way, and with that, Google will want to start clearing space on the retail shelves. To do so, Google is selling the Pixel Buds Pro at $139, which is a $60 discount. It's not quite Black Friday...

Shown in Teardown, Gemini Finally Getting Smart Home Controls

Tim July 29, 2024 1

Google is being shown to continue its push to improve Gemini by adding newly supported services. This is important because as of right now, Gemini is still unable to do quite a few things that Google Assistant can do, such as control your smart home. Once...

Pixel 9 Pro’s ‘Add Me’ Feature Looks Slick

Tim July 26, 2024 1

Earlier today, what appeared to be an ad for the Pixel 9 Pro hit YouTube, detailing select features on the flagship device. Google must not have been too happy, as that video has since been taken down. We got screenshots, though. While Google highlighted...

Here’s More Pixel 9 Pro Fold Renders

Tim July 26, 2024 1

Need more looks at the upcoming Pixel 9 Pro Fold to help you decide if it will be your next phone purchase? The internet delivers, as always. Thanks to @Onleaks and 91mobiles, we have more images of Google's new foldable, complete with different colors and...

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 5

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 5

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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Google’s Black Friday Pixel 9 Pro Deal is $150 Off

Kellen November 13, 2024 1

Those pre-Black Friday deals on the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro Fold were fun, but as we mentioned at the time of those going...

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

Tim November 12, 2024 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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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