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Trapster Calls it Quits, Will Discontinue Service by End of 2014

Tim December 1, 2014 57

Trapster, a social network slash community of users who look out for one another on the road, is closing its doors according to a tweet just sent out to followers. We first covered the Trapster app back in April of 2010, and the service has grown to...

Google Updates Santa Tracker App, Chrome Extension, and Homepage

Kyle December 1, 2014 5

It is December, which marks among other things the beginning of Google's annual Santa Tracker. A fun-filled countdown to Christmas, the homepage features a number of games and projects, with the promise of new activities each day. Among the web-based...

Android Distribution Updated for December 2014, Kit Kat Up to 34%

Kellen December 1, 2014 48

The Android distribution numbers were updated today to show the continue rise in share of Android 4.4 "Kit Kat." While no longer the newest version of Android, Android 4.4 does not account for over a third of Android devices, weighing in at 33.9% (up from 30.2...

Newer Version of Google Glass May be Powered by Intel Chips

Kyle December 1, 2014 13

Sometime next year, you might see an "Intel Inside" logo emblazoned on the sides of updated Google Glass hardware. Actually, that might be a bit of a stretch, but a report out of the Wall Street Journal claims the semiconductor giant has signed a deal with...

Moto X “Pure Edition” Receiving New Update to 22.21.11

Kellen December 1, 2014 98

The Moto X (2nd gen) "Pure Edition" appears to be receiving another update this afternoon, bringing it up to the same system version as the recently updated Verizon model. At least one of our readers received the update, showing a new system version of 22.21....

Deal: Save $50 on 32GB and 64GB Nexus 6 in Midnight Blue at T-Mobile

Kyle December 1, 2014 50

It is Cyber Monday, and the discounts keep on coming. Not to be outdone by the Google Play Store, T-Mobile is knocking $50 off the 32GB and 64GB Midnight Blue Nexus 6 models for a limited time. If you do the math, that works out to about $600 and $650,...

Report: Samsung’s Next Flagship to be Called Galaxy S6, Existence of “Galaxy S6 Edge” Also Hinted

Tim December 1, 2014 102

According to latest report from SamMobile, who is usually spot on with regard to Samsung news, the Korean manufacturer has a set name for its upcoming 2015 flagship device. Unsurprisingly, the device will continue its Galaxy S lineage, being called the Galaxy...

Nexus 6 Currently In-Stock on Google Play (32GB Blue or White, 64GB Blue) (Updated)

Kellen December 1, 2014 140

Been avoiding carrier-tied Nexus 6 models while Google Play gets their stock situation figured out? Good news! As I sit here writing this up, the 32GB Nexus 6 in Midnight Blue and Cloud White is available, along with the 64GB Midnight Blue model. The 64GB...

2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025 140

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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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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