Google Pixel news galore, best Xbox and PS5 accessories, Ortholinear keyboards, and more

November 8, 2021

We’re kneedeep into upcoming reviews for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, and spoiler alert: these are the best smartphones from Google yet. Ok, that shouldn’t be too surprising. But while the past Pixels have been good, they never felt like “flagship” phones. That changes with the latest and greatest.

And not just because of hardware. Pixel phones get more features than your average Android, and that includes the Pixel 6 lineup. If you already bought one, or you’re thinking about making the jump, we have a special gift for you. We gathered together five cool things the Pixel 6 can do, from erasing people in pictures to solving the biggest issues with calling support lines. Check the top story for the details.

Other Highlights:

• Christmas is coming, and you probably have a gamer in your life. Good news, we gathered together the best Xbox Series X/S and the best PS5 accessories. Sometimes it’s good to go beyond the games for gifts!
• Oh, speaking of Pixel, if you own a Pixel 3 or 3XL, we have some bad news for you.
• On the other hand, the rumored Pixel foldable is shaping up to be pretty interesting.
• Do you subscribe to Google Play Pass? If so, we rounded up the 25 great games you should try.
• …and more!

-Josh

For only $5 a month, Google Play Pass offers a lot of value—especially in the gaming scene. While this is just a small, tailored sample of the library available, these games will still take you a while to burn through. So sit back, relax, and start downloading some of the best games you’ll ever play on mobile. Read More »

The PlayStation 5 has been with us for well over a year at this point, and you might know one of the lucky few that managed to pick one up. If that’s the case, there’s plenty you can gift them to improve their gaming experience—from Sony directly or otherwise. Read More »

If you’ve been hanging out on the corners of the internet that are obsessed with all things mechanical keyboard, you may have noticed some odd-looking designs: little rectangular boards with square keys in perfectly straight rows and columns. These are ortholinear keyboards, an interesting fad among the enthusiast crowd. What’s the deal? Let me explain for you. Read More »

So you got your hands on a brand new Xbox Series S or X. Now what? Time to up your game in a meaningful way with some of the best accessories for your new console, of course. Whether that’s a new headset, controller, or more storage, these are the accessories you need. Read More »

If you just got the new Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro, you’ll want to take advantage of all the cool new features it has to offer. The Pixel 6 Pro is Google’s best phone yet, with a bigger 120Hz display, triple rear cameras, and a slew of neat software features you’ll love. Read More »

Looking to level up your gaming experience? Upgrade your mouse to one that’s specifically designed for gaming, like Logitech’s G305 LIGHTSPEED wireless gaming mouse. It features the next-gen HERO sensor that delivers efficiency, accuracy, and responsiveness with a fast 1ms report rate, 400 IPS, and up to 12,000 DPI sensitivity. The USB mouse runs on a single AA battery but lasts up to 250 hours of continuous gameplay. It weighs just 99 grams, features onboard memory, and comes in five great color options for extra personalization.

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We recently learned that Google’s first foldable phone, the rumored “Pixel Fold,” will pack the same 12.2MP camera sensor as the soon-to-be discontinued Pixel 3. Some people are very disappointed by this news, citing the new Pixel 6’s 40MP sensor. But the Pixel Fold camera isn’t a “downgrade”—in fact, it may be the first foldable phone camera that doesn’t suck. Read More »

Who doesn’t love both basketball and gaming? Whether you’re a veteran sneakerhead or an avid Xbox fan, this fun footwear collaboration from Adidas and Microsoft is the pair to beat! Called the Xbox 360 Forum Mid, the sneakers are available for purchase in the United States and Canada. Read More »

All good things must come to an end, but before they do, they’ll get one last update. Google’s Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL are slated to receive one final “sunset” update sometime in early 2022, even though they recently passed their final guaranteed update in October. Read More »

Here’s a “feature” I really hoped Google wouldn’t steal from Apple. The new Android 12 operating system is deleting some users’ default app settings, causing links that should open the Rif app, for example, to open in the Chrome browser instead. What’s worse, users first encountered this problem when Android 12 was still in beta, yet Google still hasn’t addressed it. Read More »

With every new phone release, we end up seeing a problem or two, and Google’s new Pixel 6 is no exception. Several users on Reddit have reported that their Google Pixel 6 and 6 Pros are making phone calls while it’s inside a pocket, or sometimes at random moments throughout the day or night. Is your Pixel 6 butt dialing people? If so, try this fix. Read More »