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Android 15 Beta 2 is Here for Pixel Devices and Non-Pixel Devices

Kellen May 15, 2024

It wouldn't be a Google I/O week without a brand new Android 15 Beta release. Prepare your Pixel devices, my friends, for the Android 15 Beta 2 update. Oh, and if you don't own a Pixel, you may be schedule for your own little taste test of Android 15. Google...

Rivian to Add Google Cast, Native YouTube App

Kellen May 15, 2024

Owners of the Rivian R1T or R1S typically have one complaint that they are very vocal about and constantly shout to anyone who will listen. They want Apple Carplay or Android Auto because they aren't quite satisfied with Rivian's infotainment system (which is...

10 Big New Android Features From I/O: Private Space, Wallet Cards, AI in Google TV, More

Kellen May 15, 2024

If you fell asleep during yesterday's keynote because the only thing Google wanted to talk about was Gemini and AI, you are not alone. Many of us were hoping for more details on the next version of Android, Google TV happenings, Wear OS, Google in cars, etc.,...

Wear OS 5 Brings Significant Battery Improvements, Developer Preview Later This Year

Tim May 15, 2024

Google announced this morning that Wear OS saw massive growth in 2023, with the platform's user base boosting by 40%, with said users populating over 160 countries across the globe. Point being, there are many people using Wear OS right now and it looks like...

Visible Announces Annual Plans, Save Up to $145 for Service (Updated)

Tim May 15, 2024 10

Visible is introducing annual payment options for its Visible and Visible+ plans. With this, instead of paying a monthly price, you'll pay a one time fee annually, saving you a good amount of money over the long run. The standard Visible plan will only save...

DEAL: OnePlus Watch 2 at $199 is Easy Decision ($100 Off)

Tim May 15, 2024 1

While we weren't big fans of the original OnePlus Watch, the new OnePlus Watch 2 is a Wear OS device we like very much. The battery life is really good and the fitness tracking is way better than we ever expected. For a limited time, you can now snag OnePlus'...

Pixel 8a Gets First Factory Image Files on Launch Day

Kellen May 14, 2024 1

To celebrate the launch of the Pixel 8a today, Google went ahead and released the first factory image and OTA files for the device. For those not familiar with the importance of this release, just understand that these are the files one could use to bring...

Google Play Gets Cross-Device Listing Enhancements

Tim May 14, 2024 1

For users who want to use an app on multiple devices, such as on an Android phone and Android tablet, it's hard to know how an app will look and behave on any given screen size. Thanks to enhancements inside of Google Play, you'll soon be able to better tell...

Google Builds Gemini Into Android: Here are the First Few Features

Kellen May 14, 2024 11

If Google really wants AI to take over everything, it needs to put Gemini within the tool that all of us have - smartphones. Google is now doing that and it'll replace Google Assistant on your devices. By putting Gemini directly into Android, Google can use...

Android 15 Beta 2 is Here for Pixel Devices and Non-Pixel Devices

Kellen May 15, 2024 11

It wouldn't be a Google I/O week without a brand new Android 15 Beta release. Prepare your Pixel devices, my friends, for the...

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10 Big New Android Features From I/O: Private Space, Wallet Cards, AI in Google TV, More

Kellen May 15, 2024 11

If you fell asleep during yesterday's keynote because the only thing Google wanted to talk about was Gemini and AI, you are...

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I’ve Spent 5 Days With the Pixel 8a

Kellen May 13, 2024 11

Shortly after the Pixel 8a was announced, we looked through all of the comments that were made about the phone and noticed...

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Samsung Begins Galaxy AI Rollout to More Devices

Tim May 10, 2024 11

Back in mid-April, Samsung announced that it would soon be bringing the Galaxy AI update (aka One UI 6.1) to a good list of...

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May 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen May 7, 2024 11

Google released the May Android security update for Pixel phones today, on this first Tuesday of the month. This latest...

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Google’s Pixel 8a is Official at $499 and With Promising Upgrades

Kellen May 7, 2024 11

The Google Pixel 8a is an official phone as of this morning, with pricing, specs, and features all now confirmed. For those...

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Pixel Watch May Update: It Arrived With the Patches

Kellen May 6, 2024 11

Google has not yet updated its Pixel phones or foldables or tablets with the May Android security patch, but they have now...

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Pixel Watch 3: Wishlist Includes Better Fitness Tracking and Wireless Charging

Tim April 30, 2024 11

We're quite certain that Google will release the Pixel Watch 3 later this year, which will include for the first time in...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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