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Today’s Hangouts Update Included a Couple of Google Voice Integration Improvements Too

Kellen December 10, 2014 99

In today's Hangouts update, two new features that weren't previously mentioned have been pointed out by Mayur Kamat, who is the product manager of Google Voice and Hangouts. Kamat notes that it is now much easier to toggle between your Google Voice and...

Muzei Version 2.0 Released by Roman Nurik, Brings Enhanced UI for Lollipop and Android Wear Support

Tim December 10, 2014 6

It has been a good amount of time since the release of Muzei from Roman Nurik, but now, version 2.0 is available for all to download. A lot has happened since Muzei was the go-too live wallpaper, but the developer definitely made the wait for a big update...

Developers: Here is What You Need to Know About the Android Wear Watch Face API

Kellen December 10, 2014 1

Now that Android Wear watch faces are official and ready to be made through the Watch Face API, Google has gone ahead and shared all of the details that developers will need in order to make the next great face. From design and development to when Wear devices...

Official DeviantArt App Hits Google Play, See What’s Trending and Upload Art

Tim December 10, 2014 20

DeviantArt, undoubtedly the world's largest online indie art gallery, now fits entirely in your pocket. Forever, there has been unofficial DeviantArt apps on Google Play, but finally, there is an official build for art browsers and artists alike. New to...

Android Wear Receives Major Update – Watch Face API Now Live, New App, Tons of Improvements

Kellen December 10, 2014 31

Android Wear is receiving a major update that begins rollout today. Alongside the update, developers are being given full access to the Watch Face API, which means that we will all soon enjoy legitimate watch face apps instead of the janky work-around...

Verizon Galaxy Note 4 Receiving Update to VRU1ANJ5 – Includes Gear VR Support, Bug Fixes

Kellen December 10, 2014 111

The Verizon variant of the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is receiving an update today that introduces support for Samsung's newly released Gear VR headset, along with a bunch of bug fixes and performance improvements. The new software drops in as version VRU1ANJ5. ...

[Hodor] Telltale’s Game of Thrones Game Hits Google Play, Priced at $4.99

Tim December 10, 2014 18

One of the more highly anticipated games for late 2014 has been Game of Thrones, from Telltale Games, the creators of The Walking Dead series of games which are quite successful on multiple platforms. Now, Android folk no longer need wait, as the game is live...

Google is Starting to Refund Unauthorized In-App Purchases From $19 Million Agreement

Kellen December 10, 2014 47

In September, Google settled with the FTC over their in-app purchase policies to the tune of $19 million. The basics are this - kids used to be able to complete in-app purchases without much getting in their way and parents weren't exactly thrilled to see...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 47

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 47

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 47

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 47

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 47

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 47

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 47

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 47

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

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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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