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Deal: Original Galaxy Gear Available on eBay for $99 Plus Free Shipping

Kellen May 8, 2014 35

Because of the moderate success of the original Samsung Galaxy Gear, followed by the quick introduction of 2nd-gen Gear 2 devices, Samsung and its retail partners are doing whatever they can to offload old Gear stock. The deals on the Galaxy Gear have come...

Samsung Replaces Head of Mobile Design Amid Galaxy S5 Criticism

Kellen May 8, 2014 131

According to Reuters, Samsung has replaced the head of its mobile design team due in part to criticism over the design of its latest flagship, the Galaxy S5. Chang Dong-hoon, the man responsible for the Galaxy series from Samsung, has been moved over into a...

LG Announces 5.5-inch Quad HD LCD Display, Will be Featured in the LG G3

Kellen May 7, 2014 167

LG announced this evening that its 5.5-inch Quad HD LCD panel for smartphones has been approved and will be unveiled with their forthcoming flagship smartphone. They are talking about the LG G3, which will be announced on May 27 across the globe. The Quad HD...

Moto X+1 for AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint – Leather MotoMaker Options Pop-up Again

Kellen May 7, 2014 113

This whole Moto X+1 saga is quite interesting. Word of this mysterious device/promo/who-knows-what-it-really-is arrived through leakster @evleaks, along with word of new leather backs, but has since made another appearance on Motorola's MotoMaker site for all...

Motorola Connect Gets Updated on Google Play and Chrome Store, Brings MMS Support

Tim May 7, 2014 28

Motorola's proprietary Motorola Connect, a Chrome extension/Android app combo that allows you to receive and respond to text messages through your desktop's web browser, received a hefty update today. The update includes MMS support, improved contact matching...

Google Play Services 4.4 Rolling Out With Running/Walking Recognition, Other Goodies

Kellen May 7, 2014 39

Google announced that Google Play services 4.4 have begun rolling out worldwide, today. The jump from 4.3 to 4.4 introduces a handful of useful tools for developers, like the ability to embed Street View imagery in apps, detect activities like running or...

Huawei Intros the Ascend P7 – Great Specs, but no US Launch Plans

Tim May 7, 2014 24

A new device has been unveiled by Huawei, the Ascend P7. This phone is set to be one of Huawei's international flagship models, and unlike other devices from this maker, it features a size and specifications which perk our ears. The Ascend P7 features a 5"...

HTC Creative Director Explains the M8’s Design Process, Gives Glimpse of What’s to Come

Kyle May 7, 2014 34

Ever wonder how HTC settled on the aesthetics of the One (M8)? Stuff sat down for an interview with HTC Creative Director Daniel Hundt, who revealed fascinating tidbits about the design process, awesome preliminary sketches of the One (M8), and hints at what...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 34

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 35

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 35

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 35

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 35

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 35

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 35

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 35

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 35

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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