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VIDEO: Here Are a Few of the Galaxy S9, S9+ Cases and Accessories You Should Check Out

Tim March 28, 2018 13

Last year for the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+, we published a video highlighting a few cases to help you find the proper protection for your new phone. This year is no different, with all accessory makers pushing plenty of different cases, accessories, and screen...

AT&T’s LG V30 Now Getting Oreo Update Too, Adds ThinQ Features

Kellen March 28, 2018 22

Following Verizon's Oreo push to the LG V30, AT&T has stepped in to do the same today. This particular update may one-up Verizon, though, as users are reporting that it includes LG's new ThinQ branding and software. AT&T's LG V30 Oreo update is a big...

Chrome Will Soon Let You Cast Local Files

Kellen March 28, 2018 5

Ever wanted to Cast something from your desktop or laptop that wasn't just a tab? Google has added a new "Cast file" option to Chrome Beta that will let you Cast local audio or video files. The option isn't showing for me yet, but it will show as a Cast option...

Google Lets Bluetooth Speakers Join the Multi-Room Google Home Party

Kellen March 28, 2018 32

Google Home's multi-room audio feature welcomed in Bluetooth speakers to the party today. The addition means voice control over your Bluetooth speaker's volume too. Once you've paired a Bluetooth speaker through the Google Home app, going forward you'll be...

Android P Comes to Wear OS in New Developer Preview

Kellen March 28, 2018 11

Google just dropped a new developer preview on us, only this time it's not for phones. Instead, their rebranded wearables platform, Wear OS, is getting updated to Android P. For now, Google is only making this first Android P Wear OS preview available to the...

I’m Not Sure OnePlus Would Have Any Ideas Without Apple

Kellen March 28, 2018 92

The smartphone business is a really tough business to be in these days. Most companies, even if they are able to make a good phone, can't sell any. HTC keeps posting losses on losses. LG is re-thinking its entire strategy after years of lackluster sales....

Official: Here’s the OnePlus 6 Top Notch

Tim March 28, 2018 52

With everyone sharing the hottest of takes concerning top notches lately, OnePlus has reached out to The Verge exclusively, letting everyone on the internet know that its next smartphone, presumably called the OnePlus 6, will definitely have a top notch and we...

DEAL: Best Buy 1-Day Flash Sale Drops $135 Off Galaxy S8+, $20 Off SHIELD TV, More

Kellen March 28, 2018 15

Did I miss something or does everyone seem to be hosting all sorts of deals this week? Either way, Best Buy is up after yesterday's eBay sale, with a full 24-hour flash sale on a number of categories of items. We're talking $135 off the unlocked Galaxy S8+, $...

Thursday Question: What Phone Are You Using Right Now?

Tim September 19, 2024 15

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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Android Automotive’s Android 15 Update Brings Much Needed Improvements

Kellen September 16, 2024 15

Google is preparing a big Android Automotive update that appears to introduce several major changes to the platform. They...

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Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 is Here for Pixel Devices

Kellen September 12, 2024 15

You are all still waiting for the official release of Android 15 on Pixel devices, which should drop within the next several...

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Pixel Watch 3 Review: Bigger and Mostly the Same

Kellen September 11, 2024 15

Google announced its 3rd generation Pixel Watch a few weeks back in two sizes for the first time, with new features added to...

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Three Reasons Pixel 9 Series is Worth the Upgrade

Tim September 10, 2024 15

We came across a post online recently that shared an opinion on the Pixel 9 series, saying that it was "too d*mn expensive"...

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Galaxy S24 One UI 6.1.1 Update Lands in US

Kellen September 9, 2024 15

When Samsung announced a week ago that it was (finally) ready to release the long-awaited One UI 6.1.1 update for most of its...

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Verizon Reduces Autopay Discount by 50% on Older Plans to Get You to Switch

Kellen September 4, 2024 15

Verizon has a new move to try and get you out of your older unlimited plan and onto their current offerings, known as myPlan....

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September 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen September 3, 2024 15

Google just told us that Android 15 won't arrive on your Pixel phone for a few more weeks, so before that happens, they went...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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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Google Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 12, 2022 13

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are here! Well, we've had them for a good week now, but yours should be arriving at any...

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