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DashClock Updated – Brings Daydream Support, Option to Apply Manual Weather Location

Tim June 18, 2013 37

Last evening, the developer of DashClock, Roman Nurik, pushed out an official update to his application, complete with a few features that beta users have been testing for a week or so. Inside the update, support for Android 4.2's DayDream feature is included...

Tim June 18, 2013 46

New Yorkers, it's time to pay attention. Today, AT&T announced a new pilot program that is set to begin in New York City called, Street Charge. Throughout the city, primarily in parks and other friendly places, solar-powered charging stations can be found...

Kellen June 18, 2013 111

When Motorola CEO Dennis Woodside sat on stage at D11 a few weeks back, he confirmed that his company would "broadly" distribute their next wave of smartphones. With today's FCC filing of the Motorola XT1055 headed to U.S. Cellular (LTE band 12), an XFON...

Eric June 18, 2013 41

We have been waiting to hear news about the U.S. arrival of the Sony Xperia Z since CES, where we spent some hands-on time with and generally came ahead with positive thoughts. Unfortunately, today's news is that Sony's newest flagship is going to be a T-...

Kellen June 18, 2013 39

If you made the Samsung Galaxy S4 your device for the time being, feel free to take advantage of this 50% off coupon promo through Samsung's site. All you have to do is create an account (if you haven't already) and register your new device (need the IMEI) -...

Eric June 17, 2013 5

Android tablet deals are a dime-a-dozen on the web these days, but today's is pretty decent. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1" is on sale through the good people over at Woot! for only $279.99. Unlike usual deals where the tablets have been refurbished by the...

Kellen June 17, 2013 32

Over the weekend, Google introduced their new moonshot from the Google[x] team called Project Loon, and boy is it a big one. The focus is on the reality that there are massive holes in internet coverage throughout the world. In fact, in many areas there isn't...

Eric June 17, 2013 104

Android is already known as the go-to OS if you want to customize your phone - custom backgrounds, keyboards and third-party lockscreens can all be added after you purchase the device from an OEM. However, if this newest leak is to be believed, Verizon is...

Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 104

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 104

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 104

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 104

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 104

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 104

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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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 104

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 104

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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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DashClock Updated – Brings Daydream Support, Option to Apply Manual Weather Location

AT&T Setting Up Solar Powered Charging Stations Throughout NYC

Moto X “XFON” XT1055 for U.S. Cellular Stops by FCC

Sony Xperia Z Finally Coming to The States Exclusive to T-Mobile, Sign-Ups Live Now

[Deal] Register Your Galaxy S4 at Samsung’s Site and Receive a 50% Off Accessory Coupon Code

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 With Accessory Bundle for $279.99 Today Through Woot!

From the Weekend: Project Loon is Google’s Attempt to Bring Internet to the World Using Balloons

Rumor: Verizon Planning Customization Service for Galaxy S4 LTD Edition