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Report Details Samsung Galaxy Device With Intel Modem and QHD Display in Advanced Development Stage

Tim April 22, 2014 114

According to the newest report out of SamMobile, Korean manufacturer Samsung, is working on a new Galaxy device, even higher-end than the Galaxy S5, to be marketed against LG's upcoming G3 flagship phone. Previous reports have stated that Samsung did initially...

Report: Amazon’s 3D Smart Phone Will Feature Tilt Navigation Tricks

Kellen April 22, 2014 21

Last week, the first photos of Amazon's rumored 3D-enabled smartphone leaked along with talk of multiple cameras and sensors that would follow your every move to present you with a potentially-gimmicky, yet semi-interesting user experience. Today, we are...

LG G Watch to Come in Champagne Gold Too, With Always-on Display

Rithvik April 21, 2014 72

It seems gold has become a mandatory color option for manufacturers in the consumer electronics field, as we now know that the upcoming LG G Watch will boast a "champagne" gold color option alongside the previously seen black model. And it's hot. LG also went...

Samsung SideSync Updated, Now Compatible With All Windows Computers

Kyle April 21, 2014 15

Samsung's SideSync remote management software for Windows promised some pretty nifty functionality for owners of the Korea-based company's Android devices, but it was unfortunately limited to Samsung's ATIV line of tablets and laptops. Thankfully, that is...

Google is Sending Out I/O Acceptance and Rejection Letters – Did You get In?

Kellen April 21, 2014 84

If you registered for Google I/O 2014 during last week's open registration period, be on the lookout for either an acceptance or rejection letter this evening. Since this year introduced a new lottery-like system for choosing attendees, your chance should...

Did the @GoogleNexus Account Just Show Us the New Blue Dialer?

Kellen April 21, 2014 39

Did the official @GoogleNexus account Tweet an image of an unreleased Dialer while responding to a question on Twitter? Perhaps. In response to a Nexus user who was looking for help finding call duration time, the official account included an image of the call...

HTC Support Page Updated to Show Sense 6 Update Status

Tim April 21, 2014 23

With the launch of One (M8) from HTC, the company began a process which they hope is much more transparent for customers, allowing buyers of their devices to see just what stage an update for their device is in. For example, an update for any HTC device has...

Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet Pre-order Now Live, Priced at $499 for 16GB

Tim April 21, 2014 51

The Xperia Z2 Tablet from Sony has received official pricing and availability confirmation from Sony, with the tablet hitting retailers on May 4. The tablet is priced at $499.99 for the 16GB model, while the larger 32GB model is priced a bit higher at $599.99....

Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 51

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 51

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 51

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 51

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 51

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 51

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 51

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 51

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 114

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 114

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 114

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 114

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 114

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 114

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 114

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 114

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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