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Verizon Executive Talks 2015 and Beyond, Includes Work on LTE Advanced and Boosting LTE Coverage Indoors

Tim December 5, 2014 57

A discussion recently took place between Fierce Wireless and Verizon executive Mike Haberman, Big Red's vice president of network support, in which Haberman outlined the carrier's immediate 2015 plans, as well as looked beyond and into the future for the...

Kustom Live Wallpaper Hits Google Play, Customize Your Very Own Live Wallpaper

Tim December 5, 2014 26

For those of you who enjoy live wallpapers, a new app hit Google Play this morning, one which allows you to customize the look of the wallpaper itself. Kustom Live Wallpaper displays a clock widget with moving parts, but users are allowed to customize the look...

LG G3 on Verizon Gets Advanced Calling 1.0 (VoLTE) in Update

Kellen December 5, 2014 92

Add the LG G3 to Verizon's list of Voice-over-LTE (VoLTE) ready devices. An update is rolling out today that includes Advanced Calling 1.0, which is Verizon's on-device service that enables VoLTE, with HD Voice and video calling. The update also brings updates...

Starting Today, Sprint is Cutting Your Wireless Bill in Half When Switching From AT&T or Verizon

Tim December 5, 2014 50

Earlier this week, Sprint announced a very bold move, in which they would take any current contract agreement from Verizon or AT&T, and slash the price in half. For example, if you are currently on a 15GB Data Share plan from AT&T, totaling $160 a...

Download: Android 5.0 (and 5.0.1) OTA Updates for Google Play Edition Devices

Kellen December 5, 2014 80

With Android 5.0.1 and 5.0 OTA updates rolling out to most Nexus devices at this point, we wanted to make sure our Google Play Edition friends were caught up as well. The Android 5.0 updates have been rolling out to the G Pad 8.3 and Z Ultra for a couple of...

Amazon Selling Nexus 9 Folio Keyboard for Just $88, Temporarily Out of Stock

Tim December 4, 2014 25

Over on Amazon, Nexus 9 owners can pick up a HTC-made Folio Case for just $88. Usually priced at $130 on Amazon and Google Play, this is a great deal, but don't rush on over there, as the accessory is currently out of stock. While the keyboard may be out of...

Facebook Releases Version 2.0 Update to Slingshot, Brings Retooled Features and Layout

Tim December 4, 2014 23

A revised Slingshot app has been published to Google Play, after the team at Facebook decided to go back to the drawing board following much feedback received from users. In a blog post, the Slingshot team stated that when updating an application, it's not...

Race Around the World in “80 Days,” Headed to Android on December 16

Tim December 4, 2014 11

A game called 80 Days is set to hit Android devices through Google Play and the Amazon Appstore on December 16, putting you in a position to complete a journey around the world in 80 days. Playing as Phileas Fogg's valet, you must keep track of your master's...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 11

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 57

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 57

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 57

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 57

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 57

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 57

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 57

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 57

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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