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Google Fixes 4 Bugs in August Pixel Update

Kellen August 6, 2024 6

As a part of the August Pixel update, which by all means is pretty minor before we see Android 15, Google provided a list of bugs it took care of. In the latest build for still-supported Pixel devices, Google took aim at boot looping issues, brightness...

August 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen August 6, 2024 7

As another month hits, your Pixel devices have an update waiting. The August Google Pixel update is ready for your still-supported Pixel phone, tablet, foldable, or smartwatch. Since it's only August and not time for a quarterly (QPR) release (like this one),...

Google is Upgrading Google Assistant on Nest Speakers and Displays

Kellen August 6, 2024 12

With the focus from Google on Gemini and all things AI in recent years, there have been questions surrounding Google Assistant and what its future holds. Will Google eventually replace Assistant with Gemini in all devices? Probably, yeah. Will that happen...

Where to Pre-Order New Google TV Streamer, Nest Thermostat (4th Gen)

Kellen August 6, 2024 2

Assuming you saw the big news this morning surrounding the Google TV Streamer and new Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen), you may be looking for pre-order options, since both are now available. For those who missed it, you should read up on the Google TV...

Google TV Streamer Official at $99 as the TV Upgrade You Need

Kellen August 6, 2024 44

The Google TV Streamer is all sorts of official this morning as the next-gen streaming device from Google that will act as the needed upgrade from the Chromecast with Google TV. It's bigger, more powerful, has a new form factor, and yes, is more expensive. For...

Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) Official With Major Design Update, $279 Price

Kellen August 6, 2024 2

A major leak the other day spoiled a Google surprise, but it is now official - the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) is here. Fans of previous generation Nest Thermostats are really going to like this one, I think. It brings a major redesign and looks...

Google’s Pixel Watch August Update is Here With Security Patches

Kellen August 5, 2024 15

Since it's the beginning of a new month, Google has pushed out an update for its smallest Pixel devices. The Pixel Watch series is seeing the August update, all models included. At this time, Google has only said that this update "includes the latest security...

A True Google Weather App Could Launch With Pixel 9

Kellen August 5, 2024 22

Google updated its weather experience last year to provide a modernized UI, with more information, and a layout that was first custom built for bigger devices, like the Pixel Tablet. That new weather experience has since rolled out to anyone who views weather...

Android 15 QPR1 Beta 3.1 Update Released With 8 Bug Fixes

Kellen November 24, 2024 22

To finish off the week, Google sent out a last-minute update to the Android 15 QPR1 beta program to take care of any last...

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DOJ Wants Chrome Separated From Google, Threatens Android Too

Kellen November 21, 2024 22

We are continuing to follow the ongoing battle between the Department of Justice and Google after a judge decided that Google...

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Android 16 is Already Here as Developer Preview 1 for Pixel Devices

Kellen November 19, 2024 22

We knew it was coming earlier than ever, but I'm not sure I even expected this early of an Android 16 release, yet here we...

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Samsung Sends Wear OS 5, One UI 6 Watch Update to Older Galaxy Watch Units

Kellen November 19, 2024 22

Back in June of this year, Samsung surprised us a bit by opening up a Wear OS 5 and One UI 6 Watch beta program for Galaxy...

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Report: Google Working on High-End Pixel Laptop

Tim November 18, 2024 22

Detailed in a leaked internal email, it appears that Google is now working on a high-end, Pixel-branded laptop, supposedly...

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Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is Here for Pixel Devices!

Kellen November 12, 2024 22

Google teased the kick off of Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 as coming "soon" at the beginning of the month. Today, they went ahead...

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Pixel Watch November Update Could Release Today (Updated: Yep)

Kellen November 12, 2024 22

The Pixel Watch has had an awkward last month since Google released Wear OS 5 to the Pixel Watch 1 and Pixel Watch 2. After...

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Google Shows Off Unreleased Pixel Watch Performance Loop Band Again

Kellen November 7, 2024 22

Google keeps teasing us by regularly showing off a Pixel Watch band that they just won't release, even though we've begged...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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 6

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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