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Google Changes City Experts Name to Local Guides

Tim January 15, 2015 3

Google loves everyday reviewers because reviewers help broaden Google's own services, such as Google Maps. Without reviews, then what good are checking the services for recommendations on places you should check out? Not too long ago, Google launched a program...

Nest’s Tony Fadell Now in Charge of Google Glass, Separates Into Independent Division (Updated)

Tim January 15, 2015 16

According to Fortune, Google is making a few changes at HQ today, as Nest's Tony Fadell has been placed in charge of overseeing Google Glass. The co-founder of Nest joined Google's ranks after Mountain View acquired the smart thermostat business, but it's...

Hey, Do You Have This Sweet New Play Store Yet?

Tim January 15, 2015 28

A few weeks back, reports were circling that Google would soon push an updated UI to its desktop version of Google Play. It appears the update is now rolling out to a few users, but we wanted to check in and see if anyone else has been seeing the updated look?...

T-Mobile Intros ‘Simply Prepaid’ Plans, Unlimited Data With Allotted Amounts of High-speed Access

Tim January 15, 2015 85

This morning, T-Mobile introduced a new plan called Simply Prepaid. With it, customers should have very little problem navigating exactly what they are paying for each month, as T-Mobile is upfront about all of its details. The plan includes 3 different tiers....

Google Maps Updated to Version 9.3, Allows for Sharing Directions

Tim January 14, 2015 23

An update was pushed to Google Maps this afternoon, bumping it up to version 9.3. In the update, Google now allows for users to share directions to specific destinations through whichever app you choose, a feature which was previously unavailable. To do this,...

Giveaway: Enter for Your Chance to Win a Free OnePlus One Smartphone

Tim January 14, 2015 20

Need a new phone? Sure, of course you do. If so, we have a great contest taking place through the DL Deals Store - a free OnePlus One smartphone. The contest will run for 6 days, and at the end of the sixth day, we will choose the winner of the brand new phone...

Report: Samsung in Talks to Buy BlackBerry for Up to $7.5 Billion

Tim January 14, 2015 59

According to sources of Reuters, who had eyes on with the paperwork, Samsung is currently in negotiations to purchase BlackBerry outright. With a high premium on BB's current trading price, Samsung could spend anywhere from $6 billion to $7.5 billion to...

AcDisplay Getting Updated With Material Design Makeover, Bug Fixes

Tim January 14, 2015 21

AcDisplay, the app which intends to recreate Motorola's Moto Display, is set to receive quite a hefty update this week. In the update, the developer has brought initial support for Lollipop devices, while also bringing a bit of a Material Design makeover for...