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Google Hangouts 2.0.122 With SMS Integration Rolling Out to All

Kellen November 7, 2013 200

The new Google Hangouts with SMS integration, animated GIFs, and location sharing is now rolling out to the masses. First announced last week at a Google+ event, we were told it could be a "few" weeks before the update was officially ready for all. As of this...

Tim November 7, 2013 19

Ubisoft launched Rayman Fiesta Run to Google Play this morning, the next installment of the Rayman on Android lineup. The game is pretty much exactly like the first Rayman Jungle Run, except there are 75 new levels to free run through, and it appears the...

Tim November 7, 2013 23

We don't have many Sony device owners here, but should at least get the message out for anyone that might be concerned. This morning, Sony discussed its plans to update several devices to Android 4.3, and a few devices to Android 4.4. As for Jelly Bean, it...

Tim November 7, 2013 23

Game publisher BulkyPix, known for big hits such as Dead Effect and Type:Rider, launched another good-looking game to Google Play this morning titled Meltdown. In this game, you play a typical, hardcore arcade hero complete with a big armor suit and waving red...

Tim November 7, 2013 22

Disney launched Star Wars: Tiny Death Star to multiple platforms this morning, including Google Play. In this title, you take command of an 8-bit Star Wars world, where you must construct the Death Star into a thriving metropolis. You hire galactic citizens,...

Tim November 7, 2013 143

Owners of the Galaxy Nexus can pick up a free extended battery and compatible backplate from Sprint this morning, a $50 package for absolutely free. And yep, there's even free shipping. The battery is the Samsung-made 2100mAh unit, one that most Galaxy Nexus...

Eric November 7, 2013 73

In a case of taking "wearable technology" a bit too far, we have Motorola's latest application for a patent. The latest tech that Motorola is trying to patent wants to cut down on the pesky background noise you have during phone calls thanks to the space...

Kellen November 7, 2013 79

Google started pushing out a big update through Google Play to Google Keyboard last night, one that jumps the version up to 2.0 and brings it on-par with the new Kit Kat keyboard introduced with Android 4.4. Once updated, you'll see the new grey theme, a...

How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 79

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 79

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 79

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 79

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 79

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 79

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 79

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 79

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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 200

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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Google Hangouts 2.0.122 With SMS Integration Rolling Out to All

Rayman Fiesta Run Hits Google Play, the World’s Greatest Free Runner is Back

Sony Sheds Light on Plans for Device Updates to Android 4.3 and Android 4.4

BulkyPix Releases Meltdown to Google Play, Arcade Shooter With Co-Op Multiplayer Mode

Star Wars: Tiny Death Star Now Live on Google Play, It’s “Episode 8-Bit”

Sprint Offering Up Free Galaxy Nexus Extended Battery Bundle Thanks to Coupon

How About No: Motorola Patent Wants to Tattoo a Microphone On Your Throat

Google Keyboard 2.0 Rolling Out to All, Brings in Kit Kat Features (Updated: With Links)