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Hublot Made a New Smartwatch Called “Big Bang e” and This is It (Updated: Official)

Kellen June 1, 2020 1

UPDATE 6/2: The Big Bang e is now official. Hublot is preparing to announce a new smartwatch dubbed the Big Bang e in the near future and we have the first image of it above. The watch, which stopped by the FCC today, also happened to briefly appear on their...

Another Look at Android 11’s New Quick Control Menu

Tim June 1, 2020 5

My favorite feature of Android 11 was detailed back in March, but as anyone running the latest developer builds knows, Google has yet to implement "Quick Controls" into the power menu when running Android 11. Related: Android 11 Beta release delayed. To give...

Galaxy S20 Grabs June Android Update on Day 1 (Updated: S10, Note 10 Too!)

Kellen June 1, 2020 25

Today marks the start of a new month and Samsung has blessed its current phone line with a fresh software update. Once again, just before Google can push out its scheduled monthly Android update, Samsung is ready with it, this time for the Galaxy S20. The...

Google Postpones Android 11 Beta Launch Event

Kellen May 29, 2020 25

Google announced this evening that it is postponing the June 3 event that was scheduled to be the reveal of the first Android 11 Beta. In a short Tweet, Google said that "now is not the time to celebrate," likely referring to the mass protests taking place...

Number of Pixel Buds 2 Owners Experiencing Audio Cutouts (Updated)

Kellen May 29, 2020 86

We made it clear in our review of Google's new Pixel Buds (2nd Gen) that they are the wireless buds we like the most at the moment. One thing that's also become clear as more have gotten these Buds in ear is that not all are loving the experience as much as we...

Google Gives You New AR Tool to Social Distance Better

Kellen May 29, 2020 22

Social distancing is still one of the best ways we can all do our part to try and slow the spreading of coronavirus. Even as states, counties, and cities begin to reopen across the US, continuing to take measures to protect yourself and those around you isn't...

Don’t Expect New McLaren-Branded OnePlus Phones

Tim May 29, 2020 5

Since 2018, OnePlus and McLaren had a nice little partnership where the phone maker would release a few McLaren-branded devices with super-fast specs, representing the automaker's passion for speed and excellence. However, it appears that partnership has...

DEAL: Motorola Edge+ at $799 ($200 Off) Should Tempt Verizon Customers

Tim May 29, 2020 20

Motorola is hosting a sale on its new Edge+ smartphone, bringing its usual $999 price all the way down to $799. At that price, it's hard not to at least recommend this device to anyone on Verizon who wants to give Motorola a shot. Edge+ Review: Don't Ignore...

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

Kellen May 13, 2025 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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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