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There is a New Pixel Stand, You Just Can’t Buy It Yet

Kellen October 20, 2021 17

If you were wondering why there was no mention yesterday of a new Pixel Stand, that's because you can't buy it yet. Google is indeed making one, and it's labeled as "coming soon" on the Google Store, though. The new Pixel Stand (2nd Gen) is a $79 replacement...

Samsung Pushing Big Update to Galaxy Watch 4 Lineup

Tim October 20, 2021 14

Samsung is pushing a new update to the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. Inside, you'll find new watch faces plus new features, and after looking at the changelog, this is a really solid upgrade for both devices. Watch Faces Samsung lists four new...

Pixel 6 and 5G: This Should Clear Things Up

Kellen October 20, 2021 89

5G is so dumb. OK, that out of the way, let's talk about the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro and which versions have which kinds of 5G, because again, 5G is dumb. Shortly after yesterday's announcement from Google, people started attempting to pre-order the Pixel 6...

Samsung Intros Bespoke’d Galaxy Z Flip 3, Kitsuné Galaxy Watch 4 and Buds 2

Tim October 20, 2021 3

Samsung introduced new device variants this morning -- the Bespoke Edition of the Galaxy Z Flip 3, plus new Galaxy Buds 2 and Galaxy Watch 4 models part of a Samsung x Maison Kitsuné collaboration. Review: Galaxy Z Flip 3 | In Every Way an Upgrade Each of...

Google Just Changed the Way We Think About Smartphone Pricing

Tim October 20, 2021 70

I'm not sure this was their intention, but with the announcement of the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, Google just changed the way we think about smartphone pricing. I'm not trying to exaggerate or making a story out of nothing, but considering the Pixel 6's...

If You Buy a Spigen Pixel 6 Case, They’ll Give You a Free 30W Charger

Kellen October 19, 2021 33

The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro are Google's fastest charging phones to date, with speeds of up to 30W getting you a 50% fill-up in 30 minutes or so. Unfortunately, Google didn't include a 30W charger in the box, leaving you hunting for deals on one that'll let...

Google Plans Future Android 12 Beta Releases and You Can Test Them

Kellen October 19, 2021 9

Android 12 might have gone stable today, with rollout to supported Pixel phones already happening, but this is not the end of the Android 12 Beta program. Google has quietly announced that there will be future pre-release updates for you to test if you are...

Ordering a Pixel 6 is a Mess and People are Justifiably Upset

Tim October 19, 2021 249

Poor, Google. They may have a winner on their hands with the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, but in true Google device launch fashion, the Google Store can't keep up with demand. As I've been a victim of this chaos myself, I can confirm that the Google Store site...

Samsung’s May Update Arrives: Galaxy S25 Up First

Kellen May 9, 2025 249

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 249

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 249

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 249

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 Sets End Date for Nest Thermostat 1st Gen and 2nd Gen

Kellen April 25, 2025 249

The original Nest Learning Thermostat was introduced in 2011, if you can believe that. The 2nd generation version is from...

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T-Mobile’s New Experience Beyond and More Plans Go Live

Kellen April 23, 2025 249

The new Experience Beyond and Experience More plans from T-Mobile are live as of this morning for anyone to sign-up for....

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T-Mobile Introduces 2 New “Experience” Plans With Several Upgrades, Price Lock Promise, But Taxes Not Included

Kellen April 22, 2025 249

T-Mobile unwrapped two new plans today called "Experience More" and "Experience Beyond." They are introducing these as a...

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Android 16 Beta 4 Available for Pixel Devices

Kellen April 17, 2025 249

First teased yesterday, the Android 16 Beta 4 update is now available to all of Google's still-supported Pixel devices. This...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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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