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Samsung Reportedly Opts for Touch-based Fingerprint Sensor Over Swipe-based on Galaxy S6

Tim January 16, 2015 130

According to sources of SamMobile, Samsung will bring new fingerprint sensor technology to the Galaxy S6, allowing you to no longer swipe your thumb on the home button. Much like we see on Apple's iPhone lineup, a user can simply place their finger on the home...

HTC Sets March 1 for Unveiling of Next Flagship Phone (Updated)

Kellen January 16, 2015 77

Thanks to HTC, we have something to hypebeast on this lovely Friday morning. In a "save the date" event invite sent out through what I can only imagine was HTC's Euro press team, we have a date to mark on our calendars for the unveiling of the company's next...

Question of the Day: What Was the Last App You Bought?

Tim January 15, 2015 345

Considering how good Monument Valley is as a game, and then seeing how poorly it has done on Google Play when compared to iOS, we have a question for you. What was the last app you bought? For me, I purchase a lot of apps, some for reviewing on DL and a lot...

Monument Valley Creators Share Revenue Numbers, Costs, Downloads, and Platform Breakdown of Their 2014 Success

Kellen January 15, 2015 66

Have you ever wondered how much revenue some of the top mobile games on the planet rake in? Curious to know what the cost is or the number of developers it takes to make a "game of the year" type title for mobile? Maybe you have always wanted to see proof that...

Deal: PowerCube Outlet Expander Turns Your Wall Socket Into a Juice Factory

Tim January 15, 2015 29

A deal taking place on the DL Deals Store for a PowerCube Outlet Expander can turn your boring wall socket into a complete power house. Priced at just $18, with free shipping, you stick the Expander into your wall, gaining access to 4 additional outlets and...

Android 5.0.2 LRX22G Factory Images Now Available for Nexus 10, Nexus 7 (2013) WiFi

Kellen January 15, 2015 58

Google just posted fresh Android 5.0.2 "Lollipop" factory images for the Nexus 10 and Nexus 7 (2013) WiFi. The build is the same LRX22G that the Nexus 7 (2012) WiFi received a couple of weeks ago. With factory images now available, it shouldn't be long before...

UpTo Intros Plugin for Chrome, Brings Features to Google Calendar

Tim January 15, 2015 15

No doubt, there are a ton of calendar apps available for Android devices. Last year, another app was released called UpTo, which we like quite a bit. However, Google Calendar's sync into my existing Google profile is what keeps me in the ecosystem. Now, what...

January 19 is the Last Day to Blow $1500 on the Google Glass Explorer Edition

Kellen January 15, 2015 21

The Google Glass team confirmed today that they are "graduating" from Google[x] and becoming their own team at Google, a team that is reportedly reporting directly to Nest's Tony Fadell. In a post shared to Google+ to talk about their big move, they also...

Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 21

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 21

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 21

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 21

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 21

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 21

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 21

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 21

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025 130

The iPhone 17 won't arrive for months, likely after Google releases its Pixel 10 series. For the most part, all talk around...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 130

Some of you have been lucky enough to receive your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders a day early, thanks to Google's wildly...

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Pixel Watch 2 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 130

The Pixel Watch 2 has been on my wrist for a full week and my list of notes has only grown. I've tested sleep tracking, put...

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Video: Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5 Unboxing!

Tim July 27, 2023 130

Samsung was gracious enough to send us its latest foldables devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. Naturally,...

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Google Pixel 7a Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen May 10, 2023 130

Because the Google Pixel 7a is available today for you to run out and buy at $499, you may not want to wait around for our...

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VIDEO: Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing!

Tim February 3, 2023 130

Unboxing time, baby! We have the Galaxy S23 Ultra in-house, a bit before they're set to make their way to buyers later this...

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Pixel 7 Pro: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim October 13, 2022 130

Fancy new Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro just show up at your doorstep? Perfect, then this video is for you. As is tradition, we've...

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Pixel Watch: First 10 Things To Do!

Kellen October 13, 2022 130

The day that most of you will receive your Google Pixel Watch from pre-orders is here. It's time for you to slap Google's...

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