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Pixel 9 Pro Hardware So Good, Your iPhone Should Be Jealous

Kellen August 21, 2024 25

When the first leaks of the Pixel 9 series arrived, we weren't alone in thinking that the devices looked similar to Apple's iPhone. The flat edges, logo styling, and rounded corners all gave off an iPhone vibe, even if there is still so much Google as a part...

Pixel 9 Pro’s New Fingerprint Reader, Modem Impress Us

Kellen August 21, 2024 60

We've made so many jokes over the years about the in-display fingerprint reader used in Google's most recent Pixel phones, because the sensor has been so bad that with every update, folks take to comment sections and reddit to proclaim that the update has...

Google Pixel 9: My 3 Favorite Things

Tim August 21, 2024 3

It's Pixel 9 week, and while we're very close to delivering a complete review, we wanted to provide you with an easily digestible list of our favorite things on Google's newest smartphone. There's a lot to like here, especially at a reasonable starting price...

Gmail Gets Two New Gemini Features: Polish and Body Shortcuts

Kellen August 20, 2024 3

Google truly believes that one of the apps that can best take advantage of AI is Gmail. They may not be wrong either, as so many of us live within our inboxes for hours in a day. We could all use some help managing the emails upon emails that come in,...

Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro Factory Images Ready for Launch

Kellen August 20, 2024 18

The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL are scheduled to launch this week and we know that at least a few of you have received shipping notices. The big day for you and your Pixel 9 is almost here and we can't wait to talk to you about them when that time comes. To...

YouTube Has Lots of Sunday Ticket Improvements This Football Season

Tim August 20, 2024 3

YouTube detailed quite a few upgrades for the Sunday Ticket experience this week, hopefully leading to a stellar football watching experience for customers. For the typical fan, the new and improved multiview is sure to be enjoyed, allowing viewers to watch up...

Pixel 9 Pro Comes in Google’s Fancy New Packaging That “Looks Recyclable”

Kellen August 20, 2024 10

As a part of the launch of the new Pixel 9 series, the Pixel Watch 3, and new Nest Thermostat, Google is introducing new packaging for its hardware. This new packaging is 100% plastic free, has a texture and design that tells you to recycle it, and opens in a...

Google: Tensor G4 Built for Use Cases, Not Speed Tests

Tim August 19, 2024 41

As Android the OS has evolved, so has the hardware that powers it. These days, smartphones come with high power and high efficiency CPUs paired with large amounts of RAM. Pretty much everyone buying a new phone these days has something that can perform...

OxygenOS 15 and Android 15 Launch in Beta for OnePlus 12

Kellen October 24, 2024 41

OnePlus is announcing its first Android 15 update today as a beta of OxygenOS 15. The new OS version is available first to...

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Download: Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3 Released for Pixel Devices

Kellen October 23, 2024 41

Google just released the Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3 for your Pixel device and it is time to update. Like with previous Android 15...

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Here’s the OnePlus 13 in All Colors, Officially

Kellen October 21, 2024 41

In case you forgot, the OnePlus 13 is almost here. I know, it seems wildly early this year, but the timing of the unveiling...

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3 Quick Android 15 Settings to Change on Your Pixel Device

Kellen October 18, 2024 41

Now that Android 15 is on all of your Pixel devices, you are probably cruising through settings, wondering what you should be...

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October Pixel Feature Drop Brings Android 15, List of 10+ New Features

Kellen October 15, 2024 41

What's that, you thought the Android 15 update didn't bring with it a bunch of new features for your Pixel devices? You have...

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Your Android 15 Update is Here, Pixel Phone Friends

Kellen October 15, 2024 41

The day has come - Android 15 updates for Pixel phones and devices are here. Google apparently needed some extra time to get...

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DOJ Considers “Splitting Off” Chrome and Android From Google

Kellen October 9, 2024 41

Google issued a statement last night after the US Department of Justice (DOJ) shared an outline of demands it is considering...

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Android’s Theft Protection and Remote Lock Start Rolling Out

Kellen October 7, 2024 41

Back at Google I/O, Google announced a big set of security features called Theft Protection that would be coming soon to...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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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