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HTC DROID DNA Bootloader Can be Unlocked Through HTCDev

Kellen November 14, 2012 113

Well, that's good news, right? The HTC DROID DNA bootloader can be unlocked through HTCDev, opening it up (for the most part) to a world that many of Verizon's phones cannot enter. The phone is left with S-ON afterwards, but to my knowledge most HTC phones are...

Kellen November 14, 2012 29

Ever wanted to quickly look back at an original photo while you were editing away in the Android 4.2 photo editor? Even with all of those "vintage" filters, snazzy borders, and tweaks splashed atop one, there is trick to allow you to see how bad the...

Tim November 14, 2012 54

Ever since we first saw them, we have been on the hunt for the new wallpapers that are found on the DROID DNA. Now that the device is in the wild, we have a couple to share with you all. As of right now, these are the only two new additions to HTC's wallpaper ...

Tim November 14, 2012 50

If you are looking to install the Android 4.2 keyboard onto any of your devices, this is now the easiest way to do it. Thanks to a 3rd party dev, the keyboard, and all of its swiping goodness, is now on Google Play for the easiest installing and applying...

Tim November 14, 2012 38

Well, this video takes the cake. It's epic. It's awesome. Samsung vs. Apple in the ultimate Star Wars parody battle. Whoever made this video, I hope you become a millionaire. Via: Kotaku Cheers Nick S!

Kellen November 14, 2012 54

With Android 4.2 officially official, rolling out to select devices (Nexus 7 and GSM Galaxy Nexus), and arriving pre-loaded on the Nexus 4 and Nexus 10, we want to make sure that you are ready to take full advantage of its new features. In the lengthy video...

Eric November 14, 2012 107

The CyanogenMod team took to their blog and Facebook page a few minutes ago to explain some shocking news to the Android community. Back in the day, before CyanogenMod was the huge name that we know of it today, CyanogenMod.com was purchased and donated to the...

Eric November 14, 2012 63

Samsung looks to be pretty dedicated to pushing out updates to their prized Galaxy S3, unfortunately for most of the readers here, Verizon has yet to approve theirs. Today, T-Mobile has signed off on their update and it is rolling out to customers in stages as...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 63

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 63

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 63

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 63

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 63

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 63

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 63

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 63

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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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HTC DROID DNA Bootloader Can be Unlocked Through HTCDev

Android 4.2 Quick Tip: Drag Down in Photo Editor to See Original Images While Editing

Download: Two DROID DNA Wallpapers

Android 4.2 Keyboard With Swipe Feature Released to Google Play Through 3rd Party

Star Wars Episode VII: The Apple Menace

Video: Android 4.2 Feature Overview – Gesture Typing, New Gmail, Multi-users, and More

Owner of CyanogenMod Domain Shutting Down Sites After Asking Team for $10,000 (Update)

T-Mobile’s Galaxy S3 Receiving Jelly Bean Update Today, Where You At Verizon?