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Motorola is Closing Its Texas Smartphone Factory (Updated)

Kellen May 30, 2014 220

According to the Wall Street Journal, Motorola is closing its Texas factory that has been used to build custom versions of its Moto X due to weak sales and high costs. The close isn't happening immediately, but will be done before the end of the year. As you...

Render of Samsung Galaxy S5 in Blue Leaked With Verizon Branding

Tim May 30, 2014 37

It looks as if another colorway for the Galaxy S5 from Samsung is being prepared to launch on Verizon's network. Thanks to @evleaks, this is our first look at the blue-hued GS5, sporting a couple of Big Red logos on its backside. If you have not already...

GO Launcher Updated to Version 5, Gives Away Prime ($5.99) for Free to Celebrate

Kellen May 30, 2014 124

GO Launcher, one of the most popular 3rd party launchers around, received a major UI and UX update to version 5.0 today. As the GO team puts it, the new update makes for a "simple and intelligent new mobile experience." The UI has been flattened, everything...

Moto X+1 Makes First Appearance?

Kellen May 29, 2014 170

Is that the first image of the Moto X+1, the rumored Moto X follow-up from Motorola? That we don't know, but there are some clues that could help us decide what it is. Well, it certainly isn't the original Moto X. On the original, the sensors, speaker grill,...

AT&T Announces Exclusive Galaxy S5 Active, Available Now

Kellen May 29, 2014 23

AT&T just announced the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active. The device is available now online and in AT&T stores for $199 on contract or starting as low as $27.50 per month with an AT&T Next plan. The device should live up to its "active" name, thanks to a...

HTC One (M8) in Amber Gold Available for $99, Tomorrow Only

Tim May 29, 2014 26

HTC is hosting a special deal tomorrow, and tomorrow only. For a limited time, 24 hours to be exact, customers can pick up a One (M8) in Amber Gold for just $99 on-contract. That's $100 off the usual on-contract price of $199. The Amber Gold variant is not as...

T-Mobile Moto X Update on the Way, What is It?

Kellen May 29, 2014 57

Motorola is inviting owners of the T-Mobile Moto X to participate in a soak test for a new software update. No other details have been provided to members of the Motorola Feedback Network. Keep in mind that the phone is already running the most current version...

HTC One Remix for Verizon Render Leaked, Shows Off Gorgeous Bezel With Tasteful Branding

Tim May 29, 2014 72

The One Remix, also known as the One Mini 2 from HTC, has been rumored to hit Verizon's network since the Mini 2 was announced earlier this month. Today, a render of the One Remix headed for Verizon was leaked thanks to @evleaks. Let's have a look at what to...

Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 72

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 72

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

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025 72

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 72

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 72

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 72

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 72

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 72

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 220

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 220

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 220

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 220

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 220

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 220

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 220

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 220

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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