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Honest Android Games, a Directory of Apps Without Obnoxious In-App Purchases

Kyle February 12, 2014 29

In-app purchases are too often abused by greedy developers. Some like to hide essential functionality and content behind paywalls with the intention of extracting cash, a practice that tends to suck the fun right out of otherwise enjoyable games. It isn’t...

Roman Nurik, Creator of DashClock, Releases Muzei Live Wallpaper to Google Play

Tim February 12, 2014 36

It's been exactly one year since Roman Nurik introduced the DashClock widget to the Android community. Since then, that app has seen crazy popularity, with many developers building onto its platform with their very own extensions making it even more useful....

Android 4.4.2 Soak Test Beginning for Sprint Moto X Users

Kyle February 12, 2014 33

The T-Mobile Moto X variant may have been the first to receive the Android 4.4.2 update, but Sprint’s edition isn’t far behind. That’s according to two tipsters, who both received an e-mail from the Motorola Feedback Network regarding a new “preview software...

LG Teases the G2 Mini Ahead of Its MWC Unveiling

Kellen February 12, 2014 41

The LG G2 MINI is now official, thanks to a teasing of the device through LG's Facebook page. The note says to "experience the MINI" on February 24 at Mobile World Congress (MWC). So yeah, that's happening and will no longer be any sort of surprise. Well, we...

PSA: Handful of Android Device Owners Being Met With 403 Error in Google Play

Tim February 11, 2014 51

According to many tweets by various frustrated Android owners, upon attempting to download new apps from Google Play, they are being met with a 403 error. This error is stopping users from downloading or updating any applications from Google Play, but don't...

Tuesday Poll: From What We’ve Seen So Far, Would You Choose the HTC M8 or Samsung Galaxy S5?

Tim February 11, 2014 317

Rumors for both the HTC M8 and Samsung Galaxy S5 are at an all time high, so it's time we ask where you all stand as of this very moment. From what we think we know, the Galaxy S5 will launch with either a 5.25" QHD display or a 1080p display, but that's if...

Radiohead’s PolyFauna App Will Take You to Mystical Woods, Other Worlds, and Everywhere In-between

Tim February 11, 2014 21

Looking to take a trip? The well-known band Radiohead released PolyFauna to Google Play this week, allowing listens to explore their own inner beings. Using music taken from Bloom, you float and glide through a very unique world, one that has a little red ball...

Yet Another Purported HTC M8 Image Surfaces, Massive Black Unnecessary Logo Bar Included

Kellen February 11, 2014 173

I don't feel like the the purported HTC M8 (One follow-up) leaks are going to slow down any time soon. With Samsung preparing to announce the Galaxy S5 in weeks, HTC can't be far behind with their next flagship. And with that, we get pictures like the one you...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 173

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 173

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 173

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 173

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 173

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 173

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 173

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 173

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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 29

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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