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Nexus 9 Keyboard Folio Will Run $129, Cover Case in Multiple Covers for $39

Kellen October 17, 2014 39

Two official accessories for the HTC Nexus 9 showed up on Google Play today, along with pre-orders for the device. First, we have the Keyboard Folio, an attachable case that protects your Nexus 9 when traveling, but opens up as a full-blown keyboard. It runs $...

Nexus 6 and Sony SmartWatch 3 on Google Play, Remain Unavailable for Time Being

Tim October 17, 2014 62

The Nexus 6 from Google and SmartWatch 3 from Sony are now live on Google Play, but for the time being, they are unavailable for purchase or pre-order. As of this morning, it is not exactly clear when these devices will be available to the masses, but with the...

Nexus 9 Pre-Order Now Live on Google Play!

Kellen October 17, 2014 21

Pre-orders for the new HTC Nexus 9 went up at Amazon last night and Best Buy this morning, but if you were holding out for the official Google Play pre-orders to open, that time is now. You can buy it with 16GB and WiFi-only connectivity in white or black ($...

Android 5.0 “Lollipop” Easter Egg is a Flappy Bird Clone.

Kellen October 17, 2014 22

Once you have Android 5.0 "Lollipop" up and running on your Nexus 5, you need to jump through to the About screen and check out the newest Easter Egg. It's a Flappy Bird clone. Not even kidding - you can play Flappy Bugdroid as much as you want.

Nexus Player Available for Pre-order on Google Play, Priced at $99

Tim October 17, 2014 78

The Nexus Player, Google's first commercially available Android TV-powered set-top box, is live on Google Play for pre-order. As of right now, it states that shipments are not expected to leave the warehouse for another 3-4 weeks, but that could chance at any...

OTA Update Live for DROID MAXX, Ultra and Mini, Brings Preparations for VoLTE

Tim October 17, 2014 57

The update which went out to soak testers earlier this week is now live for all DROID MAXX, ULTRA, and Mini owners on Verizon. The update prepares the lineup of devices for Advanced Calling 1.0, aka VoLTE on Big Red's network. In addition to preps for...

Download: Android 5.0 “Lollipop” Wallpapers From the Nexus 5, Sounds Too

Kellen October 17, 2014 46

Want the shiny new wallpapers that Google included with Android 5.0 "Lollipop" on the Nexus 5? We have them for you below, thanks to the latest Android L Preview images that dropped this morning. Also, if you want all the new sounds, including ringtones,...

Nexus 9 Pre-Orders Open at Best Buy, LTE Model Included

Kellen October 17, 2014 56

Best Buy pre-orders for the HTC Nexus 9 are now open as well! You can choose between all three models - 16GB WiFi ($399), 32GB WiFI ($479), or 32GB LTE ($599). You also have color choices of white or black. Get after it! Best Buy Link Cheers Robert!

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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 39

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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