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Consumer Reports: iPhones Are “No Match” for Motorola’s DROID Lineup

Tim October 16, 2013 277

According to the newest Consumer Reports article filed concerning smartphones, the site's editors have been very impressed with Apple's newest iPhone offerings, but they are still "no match" to Motorola's fresh lineup of DROID devices on Verizon. While they...

Kellen October 16, 2013 110

Yesterday, we alerted owners of the Galaxy S4 on Verizon to a new update that was at the time only available via Verizon's Software Upgrade Assistant. The update jumped users to build VRUDMI1, but without a changelog, we had no idea what to expect other than...

Tim October 16, 2013 37

Could sending money to a friend be as easy as sending an email? Apparently, the answer is yes. Square, the company best known for its little square card readers that many merchants have been adopting for the past couple of years, launched a new program called...

Tim October 16, 2013 95

In this industry, it is always about the next big thing. No, not Samsung's "next big thing." Last year, consumers focused on 1080p displays and quad-core processors, agreeing that they had to have those specs inside of their next smartphone. As for next year,...

Kellen October 16, 2013 1522

Since it's a Wednesday (not that there is any real significance there), we thought you'd enjoy a chance to walk away with a $25 Google Play gift card. It has been over a month since we last hooked you guys up with straight Google Play cash, and that my friends...

Tim October 16, 2013 60

Thank goodness, the Netflix team is starting to push out a completely updated Android app. Version 3.0 is starting to leak through the cracks, and it is a good update for anyone who has been frustrated over the current version's icky performance. As of right...

Tim October 16, 2013 41

This morning, Verizon announced an exciting way for online shoppers to receive their newly purchased device(s) faster than ever. With the introduction of a same-day delivery option, customers that order a phone before 10am and select the same-day option, are...

Kellen October 16, 2013 106

For weeks, Nestle's Kit Kat Google+ page has been posting off-the-wall Android-focused pictures of its popular candy bar. From 007 references to using it with hashtags to ripping off its arm and sharing, the photos are quite fun. But things have gone extra...

Google Pixel’s Now Playing App is Available!

Kellen March 2, 2026 106

The Google Pixel line gets an official Now Playing music app. You can download it now. A couple of weeks ago, we talked about...

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Qualcomm Just Told Us the Chip in the Next Samsung Galaxy Watch

Kellen March 2, 2026 106

We have a new wearable chip for the next wave of smartwatches! Chipsets aren't typically an exciting thing to talk about, but...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5 Reasons to Buy Samsung’s Newest Flagship

Tim February 26, 2026 106

We have the brand new Galaxy S26 Ultra from Samsung now up for pre-order. It's quite the looker, featuring a slightly updated...

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Android 17 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Devices!

Tim February 26, 2026 106

Android 17 Beta 2 has been released for Pixel devices. You'll find support for the build all the way back to the Pixel 6...

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There is a Free Double Storage Galaxy S26 Ultra Deal, Plus You Get a $200 Gift Card

Kellen February 26, 2026 106

Samsung is going softer than usual with its Galaxy S26 launch deals and it's kind of bumming me out. Where's the double...

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Samsung Quickly Smacking $700 Off Galaxy S26+

Kellen February 26, 2026 106

With the dust settled from yesterday's Unpacked event, we're still looking for the best Galaxy S26 deals to be had. We know...

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Samsung Quickly Slaps $500 Off Galaxy S26

Kellen February 25, 2026 106

The best Galaxy S26 deal is a quick $500 off from Samsung, thanks to a wide range of trade-in devices worth that much. Buying...

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Galaxy S26 Series Made Official, Starts at $899

Tim February 25, 2026 106

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 277

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 277

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 277

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 277

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 277

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 277

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 277

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 277

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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Consumer Reports: iPhones Are “No Match” for Motorola’s DROID Lineup

Verizon Galaxy S4 VRUDMI1 Update Rolling Out OTA, Here is the Full Changelog

Square Cash Publicly Launched, Could be the Easiest Way to Send Cash Via Email

Chinese Manufacturer Set to Unveil Smartphone With 1440p Display?

Contest: We Have Five $25 Google Play Gift Cards to Give Away!

Netflix Version 3.0 Ready for Rollout to Android, Brings New Life to Struggling App

Verizon Launches Same Day Delivery Pilot Program in Philadelphia

Kit Kat is Having Fun Trolling the Internet Over the Android 4.4 Release