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Google Joins Forces with Luxottica for Google Glass, Retail Availability Looms Closer

Rithvik March 24, 2014 33

Itching for a pair of Google Glass, but can't let go of those Ray-Bans? That's the exact situation I'm in, which makes me really pleased to see this latest news coming out of Google. Luxottica, a head honcho of sorts in the eyewear business, has just announced...

Latest Fitbit Update Adds MobileTrack and BlinkFeed Badges for “All New HTC One”

Rithvik March 24, 2014 6

So, Fitbit rolled out an update today for its Android app. You now have a widget for your activity goal, design updates, and support for simplified and traditional Chinese. But that's not the story here -- looking through the update's changelog, we also have "...

Rogers Outs “All New HTC One” Early, Official Specs Confirmed

Kellen March 24, 2014 88

There isn't much more we can say about the "All New HTC One" at this point - it has been leaked more than any phone in history. It will officially be announced tomorrow by HTC, but who cares at this point what HTC has to say. If you want this phone, then you...

Starting Today, Google Now Will Notify You of Incidents to Avoid on Your Trips

Rithvik March 24, 2014 32

We've all had that feeling -- driving for hours and then finding out it's all in vain because of a traffic incident that could have been avoided. Actually, I haven't, but if you have you'll be glad for Google Search's latest addition to Google Now. Through Now...

Chinese Galaxy S5 Firmware Made Available for Download, Let the Extractions Begin

Rithvik March 24, 2014 18

Just as Galaxy S5 pre-orders begin on major US carriers, we're finally starting to see official software builds from the device arrive. Today, SamMobile has dropped a download of the Chinese Galaxy S5's firmware for Android 4.4.2, which means we'll start...

Leaked HTC Document Claims 2013 HTC One to Receive Sense 6.0 Update in May/June, One Max and Mini in June/July

Rithvik March 24, 2014 24

Now that HTC's latest software enhancements in version 6.0 of their Sense software skin are soon to be made official, it's time to start talking about updates for older devices. The most obvious candidate for some update goodness is HTC's 2013 flagship, the OG...

Muzei Plugin Brings Your Favorite Comic Book Covers to Your Homescreen

Tim March 24, 2014 19

We have another plugin for those of you who can't get enough of the Muzei live wallpaper, titled Comic Cover. With this plugin, fans of comic books - mostly Marvel for now - can access countless comic book covers, then apply them to their homescreen. Unlike...

“All New HTC One” Inventory Arriving at Verizon Stores, “Exclusive” Likely Only In-store

Kellen March 24, 2014 150

Sources have informed us that "All New HTC One" inventory is now arriving in Verizon stores, ready for tomorrow's launch. That lines up with our report last week, saying that Big Red would indeed have stock available minutes after HTC makes the phone official....

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 150

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 150

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 150

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 150

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 150

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 150

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 150

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 150

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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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