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Verizon’s Galaxy Note 2 Receiving Surprise Update to Build VRALL4 (Updated)

Kellen January 18, 2013 88

The Verizon version of the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is receiving an update as I type this. The new build number is VRALL4, though we have no idea what it includes. It appears to be very minor, with the notification screen saying that it will only take 2 minutes...

Tim January 18, 2013 11

For fans of XBMC, this should make you happy. Last night, the team introduced the first "user-friendly" version of the application, which actually runs alongside an additional media player, but makes for a much better user experience on the device. I...

Tim January 18, 2013 91

What is being called the Galaxy S4 from Samsung appeared in two separate AnTuTu benchmarks from last night. If the benchmarks are legit, then the S4 is shaping up to be a fantastic device. For starters, the benchmarks reveal two things for certain - that the...

Kellen January 18, 2013 52

So, we didn't get the new Optimus G2 at CES as had been rumored a number of times. But that may be because the device will actually be called the Optimus G Pro and may arrive a bit later at MWC for all to drool over. According to a leaked slide, the device...

Tim January 18, 2013 18

This morning, sources have reported to SamMobile that Samsung is preparing to launch a 5.8" Android smartphone, but was initially going to market it only as a media player. Hitting Europe sometime this year, the device features a rather large 5.8" QHD display,...

Tim January 17, 2013 38

Kellex and myself have had no problems sharing our love for the new lineup of Sony Xperia devices. Today, Sony has announced that the new Xperia Z will receive an update to Android 4.2+ sometime shortly after the device's launch, which is still a mystery...

Kellen January 17, 2013 27

Chrome Beta on Android received its third update in under a week, today. As usual, it contains a list of fixes and another list of bugs. We aren't seeing any new features, so be sure to update to at least get on a more stable build. Here are the fixes: 165783...

Kellen January 17, 2013 26

If you have been eyeing the official Nexus 7 dock, but aren't all that excited about forking out $40 plus another $10+ in shipping, then consider this deal from Cost Captain. It's the official dock, only it's listed at $30.99 with free shipping. The free...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 88

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 88

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 88

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 88

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 88

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 88

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 88

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 88

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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Verizon’s Galaxy Note 2 Receiving Surprise Update to Build VRALL4 (Updated)

First “User-Friendly” Build of XBMC Released For Android

Samsung Galaxy S4 Benchmarks Spotted, Sporting 1.8Ghz Exynos 5 Octa Processor

LG Optimus G Pro Outed – Sports 5-inch 1080p Display, 3000mAh Battery, and Upgraded Processor

Samsung Preps Launch of 5.8″ Smartphone, Probably Not Hitting US Shores Though

Sony: Xperia Z to Receive Android 4.2 Update Shortly After Launch

Chrome Beta Updated to Build 25.0.1364.37 – Here is the Changelog

[Deal] Nexus 7 Dock for $31 Plus Free Shipping