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Google Pixel Phones Get Update Asking Them to Download Android 12 Again

Kellen November 10, 2021 31

Most Google Pixel owners updated to Android 12 a few weeks ago and then topped it off with a November patch last week. Today, for reasons we'll hopefully learn soon, a whole bunch of Pixel phone owners are once again being asked to update to Android 12 with a...

Unlocked Pixel 6 Units Face Weird Verizon Updates Situation (Updated!)

Kellen November 10, 2021 99

A specific group of owners of the Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro have run into a frustrating situation on Verizon. We're talking about those who bought unlocked units, tossed in a Verizon SIM card, and are trying to get the latest software update that Google released...

Samsung November Updates: Galaxy S20 Family, Hit That Button

Kellen November 10, 2021 3

So you own a Galaxy S20, the last phone from Samsung that I truly enjoyed and you are wondering when the November Android update is coming. I have good news for you - today is the day for many of you. The Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, Galaxy S20 Ultra, and Galaxy...

Pixel 6 - Pixel 6 Pro, Black Friday Deals

Google Breaks Black Friday Tradition With Pixel 6

Kellen November 9, 2021 90

The end of 2021 has been host to several events we thought were borderline out of the question and have since shocked us. The Braves ended an insanely long championship drought, Yellowstone's return actually lived up to expectations, OpTic Gaming has merged...

Twitter Blue Available in US for $3/Month, If You’re a Sucker

Tim November 9, 2021 20

Twitter Blue, the platform's $2.99/month subscription service, is now available widespread across the US, looking for any potential Android suckers who forget that Twitter is actually a free thing to use and want essentially zero return on money spent. Twitter...

Adaptive Sound Magically Appears on Pixel 6 Lineup

Tim November 9, 2021 10

Adaptive Sound, a feature with the intention of improving your smartphone's speakers, has randomly appeared on Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro units. As far as anyone can tell, the feature isn't part of an update that rolled out, but instead, has simply come into...

Google Puts a Price on Its Nest Hub Sleep Tracking

Kellen November 9, 2021 7

When Google announced the new Nest Hub (2nd Gen) earlier in the year with a Soli radar chip and sleep tracking, they made it clear that this feature would not be free forever. With the launch of the device, they were giving everyone a free preview until "next...

Verizon is Offering Select Customers 999GB of Bonus Data for $5

Kellen November 8, 2021 36

Rarely do we see a promotion from a carrier like Verizon and say, "What in the world - that's a crazy good deal!" We're saying that right now, though, thanks to a promotion that select customers have received over the past couple of months that gives them more...

Thursday Question: What Phone Are You Using Right Now?

Tim September 19, 2024 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 31

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 31

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 31

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 31

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 31

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 31

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 31

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 31

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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