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Gemini’s ‘Ask About This PDF’ Feature Appears Ready for Use

Tim December 23, 2024 1

At this year's Google I/O conference, Google detailed a feature for Gemini Advanced that allowed users to upload a PDF file, then ask Gemini questions about said document. For example, if you uploaded a lengthy policies document, you could then pinpoint...

Report: Samsung Sets Lower Expectations for Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7 Amid Poor Foldable Sales

Tim December 23, 2024 13

After a year of unaccomplished expectations for sixth generation Galaxy Z foldable sales, Samsung has lowered its production forecast for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7. In a report from Samsung's home country of South Korea, production figures for...

Procrastinators, There’s Still Time to Get a Discounted Pixel Device ($250 Off)

Tim December 23, 2024 2

We get it, it's a busy time of year. If you're someone who is still looking to nail down an Android-related gift at a good price, Amazon has the Pixel 9 series and Pixel Watch 3 available at discounted pricing and deliverable by Christmas with overnight...

OnePlus Watch 3: Upgrades Include Rotating Bezel and ECG Support

Tim December 21, 2024 7

It appears we should be looking forward to more from OnePlus beyond the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R. In a new report, we can add the OnePlus Watch 3 to the list, detailed to be launched sometime in Q1 of next year. Notable upgrades for the device are detailed...

Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra - Best Deal - Black Friday

DEAL: Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra Just $199 After Heavy Discounts ($1000 Off!)

Tim December 20, 2024 10

Samsung's super-duper, top of the line Android tablet is getting some crazy end of the year sale right now, bringing the price down to just $199. That's $1000 off of the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra's starting price, and for this tablet, $199 is a very good deal....

Next Galaxy Unpacked Event Appears Scheduled for January 22

Tim December 20, 2024 3

This week, it was leaked that Samsung appears to have the date for its next Galaxy Unpacked event -- January 22. That's merely a month from now, meaning we should soon have the Galaxy S25 series in hand and that's exciting. Courtesy of @evleaks who posted the...

Android 16 Adds Fingerprint Unlock When Screen is Off

Kellen December 19, 2024 7

The fingerprint reader on your Pixel 9 series phone could soon add a new feature to its speedy unlockness. Spotted in the latest Android 16 Developer Preview 2, a new setting will let you unlock the phone even if your screen is completely off. Here's the deal...

Samsung Updates Many Galaxy Devices With December Patch

Tim December 19, 2024 4

Samsung is pushing out a lot of updates this week, with the total currently at 11 for phones and tablets. Inside, owners of phones like the Galaxy S21 series and 4th-gen Galaxy Z foldable devices will find the December security patch. Looking through the...

Pixel 9a is the Cutest Little Phone, So Here’s More Pics

Kellen February 18, 2025 4

The Pixel 9a really might show up at any moment and that's probably good because we know so much about the device. Retailers...

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OnePlus Watch 3 Arrives for $329 With Massive Battery, Upgrades, Early Discount

Kellen February 18, 2025 4

We have a new Wear OS watch to slap on the wrist! The OnePlus Watch 3 is official and open for pre-orders at a very...

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Samsung Still Hasn’t Updated a Single Device to Android 15, One UI 7

Kellen February 17, 2025 4

Samsung has long been referred to around these parts as the "King of Android Updates" because of their long-term commitment...

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Android 16 Beta 2 is Here for Pixel Devices!

Kellen February 13, 2025 4

After releasing the first beta of Android 16 back in January, Google is now ready to ship out Android 16 Beta 2 for your...

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Galaxy S25 Ultra Review: Same Price, But Some Nice Upgrades

Tim February 11, 2025 4

Samsung has a fresh lineup of Galaxy S devices, appropriately named the Galaxy S25 lineup for the year 2025. When Samsung...

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February 2025 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen February 4, 2025 4

February is here already and that means a new Google Pixel update wants to download and install on your device. For this...

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Pre-Orders Did Arrive Early, But Galaxy S25 Ultra Still $900 Off With Free Storage Upgrade

Kellen February 1, 2025 4

The notification you receive that tells you a pre-order has shipped early is one of the best you'll ever get, assuming you...

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Galaxy S25 Ultra Camera Samples: Another Year of High Quality Photo Taking

Tim January 28, 2025 4

Following Samsung's Unpacked event last week, we received our review unit of the Galaxy S25 Ultra and I got straight to work....

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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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