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Press Receives Major Update: Sync on App Launch, Background Syncing, New Article Navigation Included

Kellen January 17, 2013 13

Press, the feed reader Android application that has quickly become a favorite of the DL staff, received a sizable update this afternoon. While the original release of the app grabbed our attention, it was still missing some pretty basic features that other...

Eric January 17, 2013 22

One of my favorite parts of the Ubuntu Phone OS was the homescreen you are brought to when you power the phone on. Luckily for me, I'm not alone and some developers got together to make that design into a nifty live wallpaper. Once installed the wallpaper...

Kellen January 17, 2013 36

Google CEO Larry Page sat down for a lengthy interview with Wired recently that covered a number of big, broad topics. As one would expect, Android, Motorola, Google+, and competitors like Apple and Facebook highlight the conversation. Page, who typically...

Eric January 17, 2013 14

Provided we actually get Google Glass at some point, one of the main problems would be interacting with it. You can't smudge your glasses with your dirty fingers, so how does one type and select options for the device? Today, Google filed for a patent that...

Tim January 17, 2013 42

In a recent conference, Qualcomm's CEO Paul Jacobs was not afraid to let the people know his true feelings for Samsung's new Exynos 5 Octa processor. In short, it's a meaningless number. A publicity stunt by Samsung to draw favorable attention their way. ...

Tim January 17, 2013 46

Looks like we can "confirm" at least one device launch scheduled for this year's MWC. This morning, SamMobile has confirmed specifications for an upcoming Galaxy Note 8.0 from Samsung, which is said to be ready for unveiling at next month's event in Barcelona....

Kellen January 17, 2013 34

This morning, Google updated the Nexus Q page in Google Play to read "no longer available for sale." This may not seem like news at first glance, but up until today, the page read "This device is not for sale at this time," giving us some hope that it would...

Kellen January 17, 2013 98

Hey, look, more bad news for owners of the Verizon Galaxy Nexus, the forever stepchild of the "Nexus" franchise. The Sprint version of the same exact phone, has an official Android 4.2.1 update that can be downloaded and installed this very moment. It's not...

Google Pixel’s Now Playing App is Available!

Kellen March 2, 2026 98

The Google Pixel line gets an official Now Playing music app. You can download it now. A couple of weeks ago, we talked about...

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Qualcomm Just Told Us the Chip in the Next Samsung Galaxy Watch

Kellen March 2, 2026 98

We have a new wearable chip for the next wave of smartwatches! Chipsets aren't typically an exciting thing to talk about, but...

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

Tim February 26, 2026 98

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 98

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 98

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 98

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 98

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 98

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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 13

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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Press Receives Major Update: Sync on App Launch, Background Syncing, New Article Navigation Included

Can’t Wait for Ubuntu and Android To Merge? Try This Slick Live Wallpaper

Larry Page Talks Motorola’s Future Disruptive Products, Scoffs at Apple’s Thermonuclear War

Google Glass Ain’t Dead! Google Files For Virtual Keyboard Patent in Relation To Glass

Qualcomm CEO: Samsung’s Exynos 5 Octa Nothing More Than a Publicity Stunt

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Specs Reportedly Confirmed Ahead of MWC Unveiling

Nexus Q Status Changes to “No Longer Available For Sale” From “Not for Sale at This Time”

Sprint Galaxy Nexus 4.2.1 Update Available for Download, Verizon Owners Left Behind Again