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5″ 1080p Successor to LG’s Optimus G Already Scheduled For May 2013?

Tim November 26, 2012 20

Earlier this month, a mysterious LG device toting a 5" 1080p display was benchmarked, with a model number of LG-F240K. Today, reports out of Korea show that a device called the Optimus G2, a successor to the Optimus G that just launched here in the U.S., could...

Kellen November 26, 2012 249

The LG Nexus 4, Google's newest Nexus device, such a thing of beauty, isn't it? That brilliant 4.7" display on the front, the Crystal Reflection pattern tucked under a piece of glass on the back, those cascading edges, and that soft touch plastic housing, all...

Eric November 26, 2012 52

Google has rebooted their Chromebook series within the past few months with two new models for us to get our hands on, but rumor has it that they aren't stopping there. According to DigiTimes, there is evidence pointing towards a new 12.85" Chromebook coming...

Tim November 26, 2012 81

After the update to Android 4.2, many users of the Nexus 7 have experienced major lag issues, with no real fix or explanation for the occurrence. Neither ASUS or Google have acknowledged any issue, which isn't a shock, but that hasn't stopped one member of XDA...

Tim November 26, 2012 13

It's sort of the running joke here at the DL office that Kellex just can't get enough Granny Smith. For some reason, this game has consumed his life and today, it's gotten even worse. With nine new bonus levels, and an official "hard mode" for experts, we may...

Tim November 26, 2012 241

There have been many who question HTC's placement of a 2,020 mAh battery inside of the new DROID DNA. Reviews from all over the web have shown nothing but mixed feelings toward it - some giving it terrible marks, while others gave it rather good ratings,...

Tim November 26, 2012 45

Samsung's products continue to meet and exceed their own sales expectations, with the newest being their ginormous Galaxy Note II. In two months alone, five million units were sold globally, which as you may recall is still quite limited in terms of market...

Tim November 26, 2012 16

This morning, and over the course of the next week, the following cities will start to experience Sprint's 4G LTE. The network has been talking about their coming improvements, which means you can expect to see a lot more cities getting the green light in the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 16

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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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5″ 1080p Successor to LG’s Optimus G Already Scheduled For May 2013?

Nexus 4’s Glass Back, the Worst Idea Since the Last Phone With a Glass Back

Google Planning to Launch 12.85″ Touchscreen Chromebook Next Year?

Google Currents to Blame For Nexus 7 Lag After Update to Android 4.2?

Granny Smith Updated With 9 New Bonus Levels, Kellex Takes the Day Off

DROID DNA Owners, How’s Your Battery Holding Up?

Samsung’s Global Galaxy Note II Sales Exceed 5 Million Units

Sprint Stays on Track, Lights Up a Few East Coast 4G LTE Markets