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Android 4.2.2 Makes Another Video Appearance, Doesn’t Show Off Much

Eric January 14, 2013 38

The next version of Android, no matter how small, is always big news to fans so it's a bit odd that the only sightings we have seen of Android 4.2.2 is a slight mention last week. Today we get another glimpse of the newest build, but the video that it...

Tim January 14, 2013 18

Recently, Dropbox and Flipboard received updates for Android users. Inside, Flipboard now supports Android 4.2's Day Dream feature, allowing for stories to be posted right on your screen saver. For Dropbox, there are better photo sharing settings, as well as...

Kellen January 14, 2013 16

CES 2013 is over - has been for two full days now. Editorials on how big of a bust this year's show was have been written ad nauseam, so this is not one those. Instead of taking 1,000 words to express my disappointment in the lack of blockbuster smartphone...

Tim January 14, 2013 27

"When will Android have a dedicated notes app?" I hear that a lot. Maybe I/O 2013? Until that day happens though, check out Notif. It is a notes app made specifically for devices running Jelly Bean, which allows for the expanding of notifications in the top...

Tim January 14, 2013 29

Clearly, we are always on the lookout for a great keyboard to sport on our Android devices. And with so many to choose from, it's easy for some to fall through the cracks. During CES, we were introduced to Adaptxt, a keyboard that isn't new by any means, but...

Tim January 14, 2013 22

Back in December, the Tapatalk HD beta was released to Google Play. After a few weeks, tablet owners that double as forum junkies can now purchase the finalized app, but you may want to hurry. For a limited time, the developers are offering the HD app for just...

Kellen January 14, 2013 52

In a back room at CES, Samsung Displays was giving a select group of media members a look at their upcoming display lineup. At the front of it all was their curved Youm display, which drew "Oohs" and "Awws" during the Samsung keynote, but that may not actually...

Eric January 14, 2013 10

Achievements and trophies are half the fun of video games these days. If you do something special in-game you get a little notification telling you of your accomplishment which then allows you to show them off to your buddies to tell them that you're better...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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 38

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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Android 4.2.2 Makes Another Video Appearance, Doesn’t Show Off Much

Flipboard Updated to Support Android Day Dream, Dropbox Gets Better Photo Management

Final Thoughts on CES 2013 From “Them Geek Guys”

Saving That Grocery List Can Look Good With Notif

Adaptxt Keyboard Offers Accurate Predictive Text and Great Customization Settings

Tapatalk HD Out of Beta on Google Play, Launch Sale Initiated at $0.99

A 4.99-inch FHD 1080p Super AMOLED to be Featured on the Samsung Galaxy S4?

Love Video Game Achievements? Get Them for Your Phone with Phonechievements