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Google Play Celebrates Second Birthday, Hosts Sales Event on Apps, Movies, Music, and More

Eric March 4, 2014 46

It seems like it has been much longer than two years ago when the Android Market ceased to exist and we were introduced to Google Play (and weren't very happy about it). The world didn't end though, and Google Play has gotten a lot better over the past few...

Android Distribution Numbers Released for March – Kit Kat and Jelly Bean Slowly on the Rise

Kellen March 4, 2014 48

The Android team updated their platform distribution numbers for the month of March this morning, showing slight growth for both Jelly Bean (Android 4.1-4.3) and Kit Kat (Android 4.4+). Jelly Bean has now reached a flat 62.0% (from 60.7%), while Kit Kat is up...

Flag in Chrome Beta 34 for Android Brings Chromecast Support

Eric March 4, 2014 23

Google is all about service integration. First, we saw Google+ being integrated into everything that they owned. Next up was Google Now, something that Google is still working on integrating into not only phones, but desktops and Chromebooks. In an...

Solid Explorer Uses Chromecast SDK to Add Local Media Streaming

Eric March 4, 2014 24

Once Google released the SDK for Chromecast, developers everywhere were able to get their hands on the code, and figure out a way to integrate their apps with the streaming dongle. We definitely expected larger applications to bring this service to their users...

Yes, the New HTC One Will be Referred to as “The All New HTC One”

Kellen March 4, 2014 78

The name for HTC's 2014 flagship is 100% confirmed at this point if you ask us. Tech media have been referring to it as "the All New HTC One" for a couple of weeks now thanks to leaks. And even in those painful HTC teaser videos, the company is calling the...

Verizon Makes the LG G Pad 8.3 With 4G LTE Official, Launches March 6 for $99 on Contract

Tim March 4, 2014 27

This morning, Verizon made official that the G Pad 8.3 from LG is set to hit its network on March 6. To celebrate the launch, the tablet will be priced at $99 on a new two year agreement, and then move up to $199 on contract starting March 10. The tablet is...

HTC Teases the Triumph of Two on Twitter, Dual Cameras All But Confirmed

Eric March 4, 2014 44

If we had not seen everything there is to see about the "All New HTC One" already at this point, HTC's latest tweet might be a little more intriguing. Since some of the earliest leaked images of the New One, we have seen a dual camera set-up on the back and it...

Samsung Takes Us on a Feature Tour of the Galaxy S5 in 4-Minute Video

Kellen March 4, 2014 100

If our hands-on software and hardware tours, feature highlights, and comparisons weren't enough to satisfy your appetite for all things Galaxy S5, then check out the latest video from Samsung. Sammy takes us on a 4-minute walk-through of all the key features...

Google Brings AirDrop Support to Pixel 9

Kellen February 17, 2026 100

Google has moved forward with its promise to bring AirDrop support to more phones. Today, the Search giant announced that the...

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Google’s Pixel is Getting a Now Playing App

Kellen February 16, 2026 100

Wouldn't it be cool if the Now Playing service on your Pixel phone had its own app that could get new features more regularly...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen February 16, 2026 100

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 15, 2026 100

Android 17 Beta is officially live and we've got it up and running on a Pixel 10 Pro. You could have it on your device as...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Actually Here for Your Pixel

Kellen February 13, 2026 100

UPDATE FEBRUARY 13 - Google tried to ship out the first Android 17 Beta 1 update a couple of days ago, but something forced...

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Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026 100

We have already seen a few Pixel 10a renders, but as we have gotten closer to a launch day, the quality of said renders has...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 100

Google surprised the Android world this afternoon by announcing that Android 17 Beta 1 is arriving "soon." Yeah, Android 17,...

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Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Scheduled for February 25

Tim February 10, 2026 100

Samsung has booked the date at which they will unveil the Galaxy S26 series. February 25 is the day, 10am PT (1pm ET) is the...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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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