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Nova Launcher Updated to Version 2.3, Brings the Essential Kit Kat Look and Feel

Tim December 10, 2013 76

An update hit Nova Launcher today, which brings it to version 2.3. Inside the update is a big changelog, full of Kit Kat goodies and features. For starters, the scroll indicator from Kit Kat has been added, as well as Kit Kat style folders. Keep in mind, if...

Folio Case for Nexus 7 (2013) Now Available, Black or Bright Red for $49.99

Tim December 10, 2013 47

A new folio case just hit Google Play for the Nexus 7 (2013). It comes in either Bright Red or Black, and both will run you $49.99. With the case, you can keep your tablet safe by covering up its glass with the cover, which features magnets for "smart" screen...

Buy a Chromecast and Nexus 7 Together, Get $35 in Google Play Credit

Kellen December 10, 2013 11

Over the holiday weekend, Google was dishing out $25 in Google Play credit to anyone who purchased a Nexus 7 (2013) through Google Play. This week, they are changing up the promo by upping the credit to $35 as long as you buy a Chromecast with it. Oh, they'll...

Sony Z Ultra Also Introduced as a Google Play Edition, Starts at $649

Kellen December 10, 2013 62

Moments after going live with the LG G Pad 8.3 Google Play Edition, Google also went live with a white Nexus 7 and the Sony Z Ultra GPE. The Sony Z Ultra is most widely known as the Xperia Z Ultra, a massive 6.4-inch device that also runs a Snapdragon 800...

Google Releases Nexus 7 in White, Comes in WiFi-only 32GB for $269.99

Tim December 10, 2013 24

Google released the Nexus 7 in White this morning to Google Play, coming in a WiFi-only model with 32GB of storage. The tablet will run you $269.99, but it does come with $35 of Google Play credit thanks to the deal Google is current hosting for the holidays. ...

LG Announces G Pad 8.3 Google Play Edition, Starts at $349

Kellen December 10, 2013 78

The LG G Pad 8.3 Google Play Edition is now officially the first GPE tablet. It'll be available starting today on Google Play for $349. We became aware of the G Pad 8.3 as a GPE device this morning thanks to LG's open source page, so the only surprise here is...

MadCatz M.O.J.O. Android Gaming Console Now Available, Costs $249.99

Tim December 10, 2013 26

Another Android-powered game console is now live for Americans to drop cash on, the MadCatz M.O.J.O. console, powered by a Tegra 4 processor. The console itself plus one controller, will run you $250, which is no laughing matter. It features full access to...

Motorola Announces Buds, Their First Bluetooth Headphones Collar Made for Dogs

Kellen December 10, 2013 94

Late last night, Motorola unveiled their newest mobile-related product, though this time it wasn't created for you and I. No, with Motorola Buds - a Bluetooth headphone collar - Motorola is taking on a market that few tech companies have ever ventured into...

Galaxy S26 Series Made Official, Starts at $899

Tim February 25, 2026 94

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is now official, and for those who have been following Galaxy news for the past few months, the...

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The Nothing Phone 4a Comes in Pink

Kellen February 25, 2026 94

Earlier in the week, Nothing showed off its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a in a pretty typical mostly-white colorway. The phone...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Crazy New Privacy Display Feature

Kellen February 23, 2026 94

We showed you earlier that someone was able to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra super early by paying an enormous sum of money in Dubai...

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Here’s the Nothing Phone 4a

Kellen February 23, 2026 94

Nothing is preparing to fully reveal the Nothing Phone 4a on March 5, so the teasing of this next device is reaching new...

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Pixel 10a Official at $499 and the Upgrades are Tough to Find

Kellen February 18, 2026 94

Google fully unveiled the Pixel 10a today and there aren't many surprises following weeks of information trickling into our...

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Google Brings AirDrop Support to Pixel 9

Kellen February 17, 2026 94

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 94

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 94

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 76

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 76

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 76

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 76

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 76

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 76

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 76

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 76

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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