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Android 10 on the Google Pixel 3a – Living up to Promises and Expectations

Yesterday was Android 10 day! A flurry of podcasts, articles, and videos hit the web showing off the official release of Google’s newest phone operating system. I joined the fun talking about Android’s native Desktop Mode on a OnePlus 7 Pro Open Beta, but yesterday was all about Google’s Pixel. Very few other manufacturers can match the update speed of a first party Hardware + Software solution.

Lot’s of manufacturers make promises about support, and few live up to those promises. Google has had a solid track record with support so far, we all remember the Nexus too, but this year represented two important milestones for the brand.

Judging a manufacturer by its claims, it’s refreshing when those claims are realized. Continue reading “Android 10 on the Google Pixel 3a – Living up to Promises and Expectations”

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OnePlus 7 Pro Camera Conclusion: Hardware Advantage, Software Gremlins

OnePlus 7 Pro: The Camera Conclusion! This is a VERY different photography animal than what we got at launch, but after several updates, this is still an incomplete review. OnePlus promising to add more wide angle features. As it stands today though, here’s what we should expect from the cameras on the OnePlus 7 Pro!

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Premium phones SHOULD have UHD displays! (Featuring the Sony XPERIA 1)

It seems like overkill, but I still argue, we should have moved up to 4K on premium phone displays a while ago. There are different ways to differentiate a premium phone screen, but Sony stands alone with packing more dots on the screen. Let’s take a look! Continue reading “Premium phones SHOULD have UHD displays! (Featuring the Sony XPERIA 1)”

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LG V50 vs Sony XPERIA 1: The REAL Pro-Grade Camera Showdown!

FIGHT! Sure. Some companies spend a TON on advertising a “pro” camera, but then cut manual controls which pros might care about. I just got the V50 in house, and before I have to send the XPERIA back to Sony, I shoehorned in a little camera comparisons. Better than just advertising a “professional grade” camera, these two companies really offer up the goods. Which camera takes the top spot? Let’s battle!
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Blackberry Key2 in 2019: Still the communicator king?

We’re still hoping to hear word of a Key 3, but if you want a phone with a keyboard, the Key 2 still reigns supreme. How has the phone aged? Should we be concerned about the mid-range chipset? And what’s up with the pricing on the Red Key 2? Let’s take a look! Continue reading “Blackberry Key2 in 2019: Still the communicator king?”

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What stops YOU from using the Google Pixel 3a?

The Pixel 3a is CRAZY overkill for just covering the basics, but that seems to be the main takeaway from a lot of reviewers. So, I’m genuinely asking, what do you do on your phone? What would legit stop you from picking up a less expensive device? Let’s chat! Continue reading “What stops YOU from using the Google Pixel 3a?”

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#CheapPhoneChallenge Begins! TK Bay Meets the XGODY RS!

Just a bit of fun for our channels. Last year TK and I swapped our favorite premium phones of 2018. This year we’re taking a challenge from our friend @FatProduce to spend a week with a CHEAP phone. Who picked the BEST phone under $75? TK finally gets hands on with what I picked out for him! Say hello to the XGODY RS! Continue reading “#CheapPhoneChallenge Begins! TK Bay Meets the XGODY RS!”

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Coolpad Legacy on Metro by T-Mobile: Android at $180?

Coolpad Legacy smartphone review! I want to spend more time with mid-range and entry level phones. It’s easy to get spoiled by premium handsets. After spending some time with the $40 Ilumina, the folks at Coolpad had another budget handset for me to check out. We might think phones at this price might be cheap cash grabs targeting the most vulnerable consumers, but this inexpensive phablet might have a few tricks up its sleeve… Continue reading “Coolpad Legacy on Metro by T-Mobile: Android at $180?”

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