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Nexus 7 Dock Shipping Date Slips Yet Again, Now Set For January 16

Tim January 4, 2013 25

On Wednesday, we updated you on the delayed launch of the official Nexus 7 dock from ASUS, but it looks like we may have more bad news this morning. According to B&H, the date has slipped back yet again, this time to January 16. Grr! Other than waiting...

Kellen January 4, 2013 69

The folks over at SamMobile, a typically on point news outlet when it comes to Samsung news, thinks they have received the first ever photo of the Galaxy S4. Have they? Tough to tell. Though, it does look like one heck of a pretty render for a Samsung-inspired...

Tim January 4, 2013 15

Over the holidays, the Nexus 7 in 16GB was quite difficult to come by. Not that it should surprise anybody these days, but it's the best $200 tablet around if you ask us. It has finally become available once again and Google mentions that it "ships soon" aka 1...

Kellen January 3, 2013 71

Last night on Google+, Android engineer Dan Morrill shared the four colorful little robotic creatures that I have included in this post, along with their backstory. The short form of the story goes like this - these were the original, yet unofficial Android...

Kellen January 3, 2013 14

If you are big fan of all things Facebook, including Messenger, you'll be pleased to learn that the latest update introduces a voice messaging system. Oh, boy. You know, for those times that an emoticon, photo, or tapping of your keyboard won't do the job....

Kellen January 3, 2013 58

10%! Ten percent! Diez por ciento! (I think that's the Spanish version) Jelly Bean, in the newest Android distribution numbers has hit the double digit mark. I don't know why I'm acting like I'm excited about that fact, but it certainly seems like some sort of...

Kellen January 3, 2013 41

At last year's CES, we watched as Corning unveiled Gorilla Glass 2, the thinner and supposedly stronger version of its older brother. It was a talking point for all new phones going forward. If your new smartphone didn't have GG2, you simply weren't as awesome...

Kellen January 3, 2013 19

With CES only days away, the rumormill is working overtime thanks to companies like LG. We just posted a story about the company possibly unveiling the 5.5" Optimus G2 at the event, but this new teaser video may help back that in some form. At the 18-second...

2026 March Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen March 3, 2026 19

The March Pixel update is available for download today and it's a big one. Not only is it a Pixel Feature Drop (all new...

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March Pixel Feature Drop Arriving With 12+ New Features

Kellen March 3, 2026 19

The March Google Pixel update arrived today as the March Pixel Feature Drop and there are a ton of new features and changes....

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March Pixel Watch Feature Drop is a Huge Update

Kellen March 3, 2026 19

The March Pixel Watch Feature Drop is here with several new features for Pixel Watch owners. Google isn't only bringing new...

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Google Pixel’s Now Playing App is Available!

Kellen March 2, 2026 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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 19

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 25

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 7 Dock Shipping Date Slips Yet Again, Now Set For January 16

Samsung Galaxy S4 Allegedly Makes First Photo Appearance

16GB Nexus 7 Back in Stock Through Google Play, Ships in 1-2 Weeks

Say Hello to the “Dandroids,” the Temporary Original Android Mascot

Facebook Updates Messenger App With Voice Message Feature, Tests VoIP in Canada

Android Distribution Numbers Update for January – Jelly Bean Tops 10%, Gingerbread Takes a Hit

Corning Introduces Gorilla Glass 3, Stronger and More Scratch Resistant Than Ever

Did LG Just Tease a New Phone in Their CES Press Event Trailer?