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How Many Updates Behind is the Verizon Galaxy Nexus? Four.

Kellen February 12, 2013 194

Over the last year, we have taken to pointing out publicly that the Verizon version of the Galaxy Nexus continues to fall further and further behind when it comes to updates. In fact, we created the idea of counting them out when the device fell three full...

Tim February 12, 2013 194

According to previous reports, back when little was known about Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S4 device, it was first referred to as Project J. As time went on, it was branded with the name Altius and given codename GT-I9500. That was all gravy, but now, new...

Kellen February 12, 2013 194

Back in December, I published my latest contribution to Intel's My Life Scoop site titled "10 Android Apps From 2012 I Can't Live Without." The post grabbed enough attention and conversation that they asked if I had another 10 apps that are constant staples on...

Tim February 12, 2013 194

For those of you still running the SwiftKey Flow beta, there is a new update available to build 4.0.0.99 that introduces a ton of bug fixes, which should make using the keyboard a whole lot smoother. They have done a lot of behind-the-scenes work that should...

Tim February 12, 2013 194

In an upcoming release to the Google Play store, Verizon is only looking to help you, their valued customer. With the My InfoZone widget, users can place this helpful tool directly on their homescreen, allowing for easy access to important information such as...

Kellen February 12, 2013 194

And after the Nexus 7 comes the Nexus 10 Android 4.2.2 (JDQ39) update. Just like with the N7's update, you'll need to be on stock JOP40D in order to flash this file. Download Link Instructions (Toolkit/Custom Recovery): 1. Download the above file to the root...

Kellen February 12, 2013 194

As expected, the rest of the Android 4.2.2 (JDQ39) files for Nexus devices are starting to become available. Here is the link for the Nexus 7 "nakasi," which is the WiFi-only version. In order to update using this file, you'll need to come from JOP40D. ...

Kellen February 12, 2013 194

With an Android 4.2.2 (JDQ39) update rolling out in extremely small batches to the "takju" variant of the GSM Galaxy Nexus, some Nexus 7s, and even fewer Nexus 10s, links to files of each will undoubtedly begin to surface. The first is for the "takju" G-Nex,...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 2

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 6

Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we're still going to dive into it...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 3

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Google shipped Android 16 QPR2 to stable channels this month as the December Pixel update,...

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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 12

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 4

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 2

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 12

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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Kellen December 22, 2025 194

While we typically recommend buying phones unlocked and without a contract that ties you to a carrier, there are some...

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This Pixel Watch 4 at $150 Off is Almost Gone

Kellen December 22, 2025 194

When the Pixel Watch 4 first released, it sure looked like a device that might not have been a major upgrade over the Pixel...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 194

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 194

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025 194

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025 194

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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Google Pixelsnap Qi2 Charger Gets First Ever Discount

Kellen December 16, 2025 194

The Pixel 10 series features a handful of upgrades, but one of the most noteworthy is the introduction of Qi2 and magnets...

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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025 194

The Pixel Watch 4 is a winner of a watch because Google brought a couple of fun upgrades for 2025. However, the Pixel Watch 3...

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How Many Updates Behind is the Verizon Galaxy Nexus? Four.

Samsung Project J Details Emerge, Hints at Entire Suite of New Devices

10 More Android Apps I Can’t Live Without [My Life Scoop]

SwiftKey Flow Beta Updated, Brings Load of Bug Fixes and New Looking Installer

Verizon Introduces My InfoZone Widget – Allows Easy Access to Tips, Device Info, and Account Information

Download: Nexus 10 “mantaray” Android 4.2.2 JDQ39 Update

Download: Nexus 7 “nakasi” Android 4.2.2 JDQ39 Update

Download: Android 4.2.2 JDQ39 for “takju” GSM Galaxy Nexus