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OnePlus 3 and 3T Will Reach Same Update Schedule From Nougat and Beyond

Kellen November 29, 2016 7

We all know that the OnePlus 3T is really just a slightly upgraded version of the OnePlus 3. That's not taking anything away from the quality or value of either phone, but when it comes to software updates, one has to wonder how that process will work going...

Google Wants to ‘Keep it Real’ With Reviews on Google Play

Tim November 29, 2016 24

This week, the Android Developers team announced improvements to the methods used in identifying and removing fake reviews on Google Play. Considering the huge amount of apps available on Google Play, it's important that reviews are trustworthy, and that's...

T-Mobile’s LG G5 Appears to be Getting Its Nougat Update This Week

Kellen November 29, 2016 17

T-Mobile LG G5 owners over at reddit began reporting yesterday that they were able to pull an update to Android Nougat. T-Mobile hasn't said anything official, as far as I can tell, plus their software support page for the G5 hasn't been updated in almost a...

Facebook Messenger Just Became a Complete Mobile Gaming Platform

Tim November 29, 2016 17

In an attempt to overload its messaging service with even more features, Facebook has turned Messenger into a complete cross-platform gaming service. Launching for both Android and iOS, users can begin playing games with friends, and we aren't talking Tic-Tac-...

This Wallpaper Pack is Hot: Frame

Kellen November 29, 2016 24

Google's Wallpapers app is pretty great and all, but there are still other options out there that will get you the home screen of your dreams. Frame is an app I would recommend for really clean and high-res, beautiful imagery. The app pulls a curated list of...

LeEco TVs and Phones at US Retailers on December 1, DIRECTV NOW Trial Included

Tim November 29, 2016 8

Beginning December 1, folks can walk into a Best Buy and Target, or shop online at Amazon for LeEco televisions and smartphones. Not only will you find LeEco's disruptively-priced tech goodies for sale, but all of them are coming with a free trial to AT&T'...

Report: Amazon Working on Another Echo With a Touch Screen

Kellen November 29, 2016 22

Has the Amazon Echo been a runaway hit? That's tough to say, depending on your definition of a hit, but I think it certainly shows that Amazon had some vision when it introduced the home assistant speaker two years ago. Amazon knew that the "smart home" was on...

DEAL: ASUS OnHub Router Drops to $89.99 at Amazon ($110 Off)

Kellen November 28, 2016 46

This may be last minute, but I think we've found the Cyber Monday deal of the day over at Amazon. The ASUS OnHub, Google's Nexus-like take on a WiFi router that likely helped birth the idea behind Google WiFi, can be yours for just $89.99. That's $110 off....

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 46

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 46

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 46

Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we're still going to dive into it...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 46

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Google shipped Android 16 QPR2 to stable channels this month as the December Pixel update,...

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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 46

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 46

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 46

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 46

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025 7

The iPhone 17 won't arrive for months, likely after Google releases its Pixel 10 series. For the most part, all talk around...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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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