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Nexus 4 Android 4.2.1 “occam” Factory Image Returns

Kellen February 5, 2013 9

The factory image for the Nexus 4 "occam" has returned today. After somewhat of an absence that the Android team couldn't comment on, it's now back for your downloading pleasure. It's Android 4.2.1 build JOP40D. No, it's not the mysterious 4.2.2 or anything....

Tim February 5, 2013 39

I came across this icon pack last night in Google Play and really enjoyed the look of it. It's called, Vivid and the pack really catches the eye with that glimmer each icon gives off. Inside the pack, which costs a single $1, is 1,000 icons so there shouldn't...

Kellen February 5, 2013 145

According to our inbox, and various Android forums like XDA, the Ice Cream Sandwich update that Verizon approved last week for the HTC Thunderbolt, is rolling out now. As expected, the update is a whoppin' 395MB, but that's expected with the big jump from...

Tim February 5, 2013 20

Late last night, NVIDIA decided to continue its tease fest of Project SHIELD to the Android/Gaming communities. We still have no release dates and no pricing, but sure, let's go ahead and watch some more demos of this thing in action. This time, we have them...

Kellen February 5, 2013 33

The OUYA team announced this morning through the Wall Street Journal that they have teamed up with Target, Amazon, Best Buy, and Gamestop to sell their inexpensive, Android-based consoles at launch in June. At a price of $99.99, with additional controllers...

Kellen February 5, 2013 103

Verizon may have killed off the Galaxy Nexus LTE, but that doesn't mean it's gone for good. Deal sites like Ice Monkey have "recertified" versions in stock at insanely low prices for those who aren't willing to leave Big Red yet still want that Nexus...

Stitcher Radio for Android Receives Full Makeover in Latest Update

Kellen February 4, 2013 3

Stitcher, one of the most popular podcast services on the planet, gave its Android application a full makeover this morning. The app's new UI takes notes from some of the new Android design guidelines, with its use of a fully swipe-able column style browsing...

Kellen February 4, 2013 126

Developer Francois Beaufort, the guy who first pointed out that Chrome would be receiving Google Now-like notifications, posted up the screenshot you are seeing above to his G+ account, today. In the shot, we are seeing at least two things that have grabbed...

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

Tim February 26, 2026 126

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 126

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 126

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 126

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 126

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 126

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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The Nothing Phone 4a Comes in Pink

Kellen February 25, 2026 126

Earlier in the week, Nothing showed off its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a in a pretty typical mostly-white colorway. The phone...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Crazy New Privacy Display Feature

Kellen February 23, 2026 126

We showed you earlier that someone was able to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra super early by paying an enormous sum of money in Dubai...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 9

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 4 Android 4.2.1 “occam” Factory Image Returns

Vivid Icon Pack, Brings 1,000 Shiny and Vibrant Icons to Your Homescreen

Ice Cream Sandwich Update for the HTC Thunderbolt Rolling Out Now!

NVIDIA Teases More Project SHIELD, This Time With Borderlands 2

OUYA to be Sold Through Amazon, Target, Best Buy, and Gamestop in June for $100

Verizon Galaxy Nexus Available for $219 Without Contract

Stitcher Radio for Android Receives Full Makeover in Latest Update

Is This the Icon for a New All-in-One Messaging Service From Google?