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Here are Samsung’s Other New Galaxy S4 Commercials: “Grad Photo” and “Easy Mode”

Kellen May 6, 2013 21

If you watched even an ounce of television this weekend, then you likely saw at least one of Samsung's new commercials for the Galaxy S4. We already showed you the lengthy "Pool Party" ad, but in case you missed "Grad Photo" and "Easy Mode," we've included...

Eric May 6, 2013 34

If you were quick on the news when the HTC One was first announced, you might have caught a glimpse of a red variant of the phone on their launch website. It was quickly taken down, but rumors of the mysterious device have not quieted. Word from HTC as of now...

Eric May 6, 2013 12

Though Verizon might be keeping us all waiting on the Galaxy S4, the other carriers are getting theirs ready for launch this month. AT&T just took to Twitter to announce that if you are looking to get the follow up to last year's best selling smartphone,...

Tim May 6, 2013 5

From the makers of Black Metal Man, comes another kvlt-tastic title called Die For Metal. In this game, the objective is pretty simple - you want to join a band, but to do so, you'll need to make your way through three worlds of ultra-deadly levels. Filled...

Kellen May 6, 2013 91

Is the HTC One ever going to arrive on Verizon? We still don't know for sure. There have been certification sightings of a device with similar specs to the One, along with a couple of reports out of AllThingsD which suggest a One variant is indeed on the way....

Tim May 6, 2013 54

Paranoid Android's HALO feature is currently the talk of the custom ROM town. Acting as a "Chat Head on steroids," you can get system-wide notifications popped up in a fully-functional chat bubble for easy access and management. It works for any app no matter...

Kellen May 6, 2013 57

"Wait, teal green notification!" - grabs neck and begins to perspire, "only 150 likes on my newest head-cocked-to-the-side, shirtless Instagram post? Something is wrong here," mumbles the young teenager. "It's OK," replies Tiffany, "I'll get my L4L brigade on...

Tim May 6, 2013 54

Over the weekend, the first alpha builds of the 3.50 Paranoid Android ROM hit the Nexus 4 and Nexus 7. Starting today, all of you Galaxy Nexus owners can get in on the fun too. What makes Paranoid Android so special is that it features the fancy new Halo...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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 21

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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Here are Samsung’s Other New Galaxy S4 Commercials: “Grad Photo” and “Easy Mode”

Elusive Red HTC One Appears at UK Retailer, If Only It was Coming to Verizon

AT&T’s 32GB Galaxy S4 Available This Friday, Starting at $249.99

This Die For Metal Game is so Kvlt

HTC: When We Announce Our Next Product With Verizon, We’ll Make a Big Deal About It

Video: Hands-on With Paranoid Android’s HALO Feature

EMBRACE+ Kickstarter Crushes $80K Goal in 10 Days, Brings Ridiculous Glowing Notification Light to Your Wrist

Builds of Paranoid Android 3.50 Now Up for Verizon “toro” Galaxy Nexus