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HTC’s Software Update Guy Departs, Motorola Gets a New President

Kellen March 26, 2018 11

To kick off the week, we're saying goodbye to two faces in the Android world, one from HTC and another from Motorola. Since both companies have gone through recent layoffs, departures by some of the regulars we've come to know were somewhat expected. HTC's Mo...

Chrome OS Tablets are Officially Here!

Kellen March 26, 2018 54

Chrome OS on tablets is now a real thing, not just a side-story in a convertible novel. This morning, Acer and Google announced the Chromebook Tab 10, the first tablet that runs nothing but Chrome OS. This first tablet was built with education in mind, so that...

OnePlus 5T is Done in the US

Kellen March 26, 2018 21

You can't buy the OnePlus 5T in the US anymore. It's out of stock, as we noted last week, and won't be returning. OnePlus confirmed the news to Engadget on Friday, stating that they sold through already, thanks to stronger-than-expected demand. That may seem a...

US Unlocked Galaxy S8, Note 8 Will See Oreo Update in 2-3 Weeks

Kellen March 26, 2018 27

After seeing all of the US carrier variants of the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ pick-up Oreo updates within the past two weeks, it's no wonder that a number of you have asked us about the unlocked versions. Why haven't the US unlocked Galaxy S8 and S8+ been...

Weekly Recap: RIP Nexus Player, No More Huawei at Best Buy, and LG V30 Giveaway

Tim March 23, 2018 6

It's wrap for this week, but we had fun, didn't we? We're still running our giveaway in partnership with LG to give away three very special V30 units in Raspberry Rose (ends this upcoming Monday at 10AM Pacific), learned the Nexus Player will no longer receive...

Verizon Galaxy Note 5, S6 Edge+, and Moto G Play Updated With March Security Patch

Tim March 23, 2018 19

Three devices on Verizon are receiving security updates this week, the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 and Galaxy S6 Edge+, as well as the Moto G Play. Each are receiving the March security patch. The Galaxy Note 5 update will be labeled NRD90M.N920VVRS3CRC1, the S6...

These Alleged Specs for the OnePlus 6 Shouldn’t Surprise Anyone

Tim March 23, 2018 41

We're expecting OnePlus to announce the OnePlus 6 a bit later this year, but due to the hype surrounding this device, we're already starting to see reports popping up regarding possible specifications. According to a post on Weibo spotted by The Verge, the...

Question of the Day: Best Android Phone You Ever Bought?

Tim March 23, 2018 325

We recently asked about the worst Android phone you ever bought, so it's only fitting that we now ask about the best phone you ever bought. Whether it's the phone you're rocking now or one of your first that made you fall in love with Android, we want to hear...

Thursday Question: What Phone Are You Using Right Now?

Tim September 19, 2024 325

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 325

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 325

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 325

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 325

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 325

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 325

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 325

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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