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Nexus 7 Dock Finally Arrives in Google Play Store, Priced at $29.99

Kellen March 6, 2013 46

From what we can tell, the official Nexus 7 dock has finally arrived in Google Play after months of waiting. In even better news, it's only $29.99, which is close to $10 cheaper than at other online retailers. We took a look at this dock back in January and...

Eric March 6, 2013 29

It was certainly surprising to hear the White House respond so quickly to the 100k signature petition that was raised on the issue of unlocking phones becoming illegal. But even with the Obama Administration's support, there was little they could do...

Tim March 6, 2013 13

To help promote the upcoming Oz movie, Disney released another themed Temple Run game, much like they did to help bring attention to Brave. Temple Run: Oz happens to look much better though, as you travel through environments that look very lively, as well as...

Kellen March 6, 2013 12

Earlier in the week, we took a look at the new Durable Wallet for the Galaxy S3 and Nexus 4 from DODOcase (Nexus 7 too, but it's not new), two sleeve options from the San Francisco based case maker. Today, we're looking at more traditional bookcase style cases...

Tim March 6, 2013 22

The official Huffington Post application for Android received a pretty major face lift today, bringing a whole new look and features to go along with it. Users can now sign in to Twitter and Facebook for easy sharing, plus the app now gives off this Google+...

Tim March 6, 2013 181

In a recent talk with the Korea Times, a Samsung official may have slipped up, giving us some pretty good details as to what we can expect to see from an upcoming Galaxy Note 3. The unnamed official stated that they, "are working to introduce a 5.9" device,...

Kellen March 6, 2013 11

Andrew Bell introduced a new set of Android collectibles this morning called the Lucky Cat Series. It's designed by Shane Jessup as a means to "welcome in wealth, prosperity and protection to your home or business." All meaning aside, I just want them - all of...

Tim March 6, 2013 5

Google is taking Google Play's first birthday quite seriously, and even had a handful of developers add special content to their games to get everyone into the birthday spirit. Some titles have little bugdroids hidden about, while others even have the game...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 5

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 5

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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 46

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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Nexus 7 Dock Finally Arrives in Google Play Store, Priced at $29.99

Legislators Agree With White House on Cell Phone Unlocking, Bills To Be Presented Soon

Disney Launches Temple Run: Oz, Keep Your Eyes on the Yellow Brick Road

Quick Look: DODOcase Hardcover, Classic and Solid for the Nexus 7

Huffington Post Android App Updated, Brings New UI and Offline Reading

Samsung’s Upcoming Galaxy Note 3 to Come With 5.9″ OLED Display?

Say Hello to the Android Mini Collectibles Lucky Cat Series, Meow.

Google and Developers Team Up to Create Special Birthday-Editions of Apps