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Google Might Make Your iPhone Friend’s iMessage Reactions Less Annoying

Kellen November 19, 2021 49

The timing of this bit of news couldn't be more perfect. A day ago, DL's very own Tim was on Twitter doing that complaining thing about iPhone owners responding to text messages of his with those awful reactions that show up on Android as these really annoying...

A Stadia Premiere Edition for $22? Sure, Why Not.

Kellen November 19, 2021 19

Google's gaming service is still a thing, and that's cool. Stadia has certainly changed quite a bit from that initial bare bones experience, which is also cool, but I think the truly impressive bit about this service is that it still exists. Since it does, and...

Pixel Buds A-Series Down to Only $79 in Early Black Friday Deal

Tim November 18, 2021 14

Another early Black Friday deal has kicked off everywhere but the Google Store. For what must be a limited time, you can snag a pair of Pixel Buds A earbuds for only $79, down from the usual $99 price. Pixel Buds A-Series Review: Pretty Good Buds In our review...

Spotify Adds Lyrics!

Kellen November 18, 2021 16

I don't know why I've used so many damn exclamation marks today, but deal with it, friends, it's a good day of news. Spotify adding lyrics to their freakin' app after all these years is fun! And yes, that's what happened today. Spotify announced it will start...

Nest Audio is Somehow $40 Off for Early Black Friday

Kellen November 18, 2021 5

Google's Nest Audio is currently the best speaker they sell and one that is arguably their best yet. Google Home Max may have brought the serious boom, but Nest Audio strikes a really great balance between audio quality, smarts, and price. For Black Friday,...

Google Explains How Charging Works Amid Pixel 6 Charging Speed Controversy

Tim November 18, 2021 43

Google is taking the time this week to explain how charging works. Why is this necessary? Because many people, including us, were lead to believe that the latest Pixel 6 devices supported 30W wired charging. As we're now discovering thanks to testing, that is...

Chromecast With Google TV is Only $40 in Early Black Friday Sale

Kellen November 18, 2021 13

The Chromecast with Google TV was priced out of the gate at a very reasonable $50, making it an easy buy for those looking to add smarts to TVs throughout their home. But since it's pre-Black Friday time, we have a deal on it and you'll love it. At the moment,...

New Pixel Stand (2nd Gen) is Up for Pre-Order!

Kellen November 18, 2021 27

The new Pixel Stand (2nd Gen) that we expected to launch alongside the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro is now up for pre-order. The improved wireless charger from Google could arrive before Christmas if you order right away. This fancy new Pixel Stand costs $79 (like...

Android Gets a Huge Design Refresh With Material 3 Expressive, First on Pixel Phones

Kellen May 13, 2025 27

A little over a week ago, someone on Google's design team accidentally posted the details of their new design language,...

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Material 3 Expressive is Coming to Wear OS 6, First on Pixel Watch

Kellen May 13, 2025 27

Now that you've read about Google's new Material 3 Expressive on your Pixel phone running Android 16, you might want to know...

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Galaxy S25 Edge Official, Thin, and Priced at $1,099, But There are Deals

Kellen May 12, 2025 27

Samsung's skinny phone has been fully revealed and is now official with pricing, specs, and a ship date. The Galaxy S25 Edge...

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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge Gets Pre-Order Deal of $750 Off, Bonus $50 Credit

Kellen May 12, 2025 27

The Galaxy S25 Edge is official and ready for your pre-order. Samsung has pushed the listings live, so that you can check out...

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Samsung’s May Update Arrives: Galaxy S25 Up First

Kellen May 9, 2025 27

Thanks to the rollout of One UI 7 and Android 15 being mostly complete at this point and reaching devices as old as the...

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May 2025 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen May 6, 2025 27

There was a part of me that thought we may not see a traditional May Android 15 security update for Pixel devices, knowing...

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Material 3 Expressive Might be the Future of Android Design

Tim May 5, 2025 27

It has been over 10 years since Google introduced Material Design. Can you believe that? Over the years, we have seen it...

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Android 16 Teases Secret UI Update That Should Bring Fresh Beauty, Tons of Blur

Kellen April 30, 2025 27

Android 16 is about to go stable, likely next month at Google I/O. We have been through several developer-focused previews...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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 49

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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