Chris Chavez
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Get a free Google Home Mini when you sign up for Spotify Family plan
Google is offering a free Google Home Mini for anyone who signs up (or upgrades) to a Spotify Family plan. Get all the details right here. → Read More
Goo.gl URL shortening service is shutting down next month
It's been a good run but after 9 years, Google is officially shutting down their goo.gl URL shortening service. → Read More
LG and OnePlus delete display notch posts after backlash
LG and OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei have both deleted posts talking about display notches, likely due to overwhelmingly bad feedback. → Read More
Razer Phone skipping Android 8.0, moves to 8.1 instead
Razer announced today that they'll be skipping Android 8.0 Oreo and instead focus on releasing 8.1 next month. Full details can be fond in the post. → Read More
Google Home devices can now pair with Bluetooth speakers
Your Google Home devices can now pair up with the Bluetooth speakers in your home, allowing you to listen audio in multiple rooms and even better quality than ever. → Read More
Huawei P20 and P20 Pro specs, pricing, and release date official
The Huawei P20 and P20 Pro were announced today and if you're curious to see what these phones have to offer, check out the post. → Read More
OnePlus 6 leaked with interesting finish and headphone jack
With the OnePlus 5T now officially discontinued, fans of premium, high-end Android phones that wont break the bank turn their sights to the OnePlus 6. We've seen a few leaks tipping off its design -- it's even said the recently announced Oppo R15 could launch elsewhere as the OnePlus 6 -- but we never had as clear of a look at the phone as we're getting right now. The leak comes to us courtesy… → Read More
DEALS: The latest Google VR headset is 50%-off today only
If you hurry, you can get a great deal on the latest Google Daydream VR headset. It's 50%-off but only for today. → Read More
Google reportedly buying Lytro for $40 million
Google is reportedly buying digital imaging startup Lytro for around $40 million. For more on Lytro and how their technology looks to create a more immersive experience for next gen VR products, check out the post. → Read More
DOWNLOAD: PUBG Mobile for Android now available in the US
It's here! PUBG Mobile is now officially available in the US for Android. → Read More
DOWNLOAD: PUBG for Android now available in Canada
PUBG for mobile devices is finally ready to take on North American gamers, where a surprise soft launch is now hitting the Play Store for Android users. → Read More
Nest Hello video doorbell, door lock, and temperature sensor now available
The Nest Hello video doorbell is now officially available for purchase starting today. The Hello is joined by the x Yale door lock and new single-room temperature sensor for the Nest thermostat. → Read More
HTC U12+ leaked render and hardware specs
If the Galaxy S9 isn't the Droid you're looking for this year, the now leaked HTC U12+ could prove to be a little more enticing. → Read More
DEALS: Moto G5 Plus (64GB/4GB model) is only $210
The Moto G5 Plus is already a great value but this recent price drop makes it one of the best deals you can get on Android. → Read More
Vivo announces Super HDR tech to compete with Google's HDR+
Vivo announced their new Super HDR technology, something that could finally give Google's HDR+ technology a run for its money. For more on Super HDR -- including sample images -- check out the post. → Read More
Essential Phone is officially receiving Android 8.1 Oreo
After months of testing, Android Oreo is now officially ready for the Essential Phone. → Read More
OnePlus 3/3T receive new Open Beta update
OnePlus is rolling out an update to the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T through the OxygenOS Open Beta program. Here are all the changes you can expect. → Read More
Nintendo brings Mario Kart to Google Maps, Super Mario Run 50%-off
Nintendo is celebrating MAR10Day (Mario Day, get it?) by dropping the price of Super Mario Run by 50% and bringing Mario Kart to Google Maps navigation. → Read More
Download: Android P's new screenshot editing app
There are new ways to take and edit screenshots on Android P. One of them is a new stock editing app called Markup. If you want to give it a spin, you can now download and install it on just about any Android device. → Read More
OnePlus 6 leak confirms Snapdragon 845, 19:9 display with notch
OnePlus 6 leaked benchmarks seemingly confirm Snapdragon 845, 19:9 display, and yes, a wonderful notch everybody seems to love so much. → Read More