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10 More Android Apps I Can’t Live Without [My Life Scoop]

Kellen February 12, 2013 23

Back in December, I published my latest contribution to Intel's My Life Scoop site titled "10 Android Apps From 2012 I Can't Live Without." The post grabbed enough attention and conversation that they asked if I had another 10 apps that are constant staples on...

Tim February 12, 2013 12

For those of you still running the SwiftKey Flow beta, there is a new update available to build 4.0.0.99 that introduces a ton of bug fixes, which should make using the keyboard a whole lot smoother. They have done a lot of behind-the-scenes work that should...

Tim February 12, 2013 36

In an upcoming release to the Google Play store, Verizon is only looking to help you, their valued customer. With the My InfoZone widget, users can place this helpful tool directly on their homescreen, allowing for easy access to important information such as...

Kellen February 12, 2013 19

And after the Nexus 7 comes the Nexus 10 Android 4.2.2 (JDQ39) update. Just like with the N7's update, you'll need to be on stock JOP40D in order to flash this file. Download Link Instructions (Toolkit/Custom Recovery): 1. Download the above file to the root...

Kellen February 12, 2013 64

As expected, the rest of the Android 4.2.2 (JDQ39) files for Nexus devices are starting to become available. Here is the link for the Nexus 7 "nakasi," which is the WiFi-only version. In order to update using this file, you'll need to come from JOP40D. ...

Kellen February 12, 2013 42

With an Android 4.2.2 (JDQ39) update rolling out in extremely small batches to the "takju" variant of the GSM Galaxy Nexus, some Nexus 7s, and even fewer Nexus 10s, links to files of each will undoubtedly begin to surface. The first is for the "takju" G-Nex,...

Kellen February 12, 2013 22

When you think of missing features for Google Now that you wish to see included in the future, was widget one of them? Your prayers may be answered shortly, as a widget was spotted through a Google support page (has since been pulled). Little other details...

Kellen February 11, 2013 83

One of the Android team's design engineers, Roman Nurik, released a new solo project of his to Google Play this evening. It's called DashClock, and is a lock screen widget that can display a number of important items as you wake your phone, while still...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 83

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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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10 More Android Apps I Can’t Live Without [My Life Scoop]

SwiftKey Flow Beta Updated, Brings Load of Bug Fixes and New Looking Installer

Verizon Introduces My InfoZone Widget – Allows Easy Access to Tips, Device Info, and Account Information

Download: Nexus 10 “mantaray” Android 4.2.2 JDQ39 Update

Download: Nexus 7 “nakasi” Android 4.2.2 JDQ39 Update

Download: Android 4.2.2 JDQ39 for “takju” GSM Galaxy Nexus

Google Now Widget Outed Early on Support Page?

DashClock, Designed by Android Engineer Roman Nurik, Fills Up Your Lock Screen With the Most Important Info