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Live: HTC and Verizon DROID DNA Event in NYC

Kellen November 13, 2012 40

We are well aware that today is Nexus 4 and Nexus 10 day, but Verizon and HTC do not seem to care. In their minds, today is HTC DROID DNA day. And you know what, that's fine by us, as we have been dying to see the world's first 1080p phone in the flesh and...

Kellen November 13, 2012 107

If you own the "takju" GSM Galaxy Nexus or a Nexus 7, it's time to update to Android 4.2. The files are already available from Google (even pushing out to some devices), so depending on the state of your device, your instructions for updating may be different....

Kellen November 13, 2012 63

Well, if you follow us on Twitter, then you knew this late last night, as we were the first to report the 9:00AM kick-off for sales of the Nexus 4 and Nexus 10. Since our sources reached out, Google has updated their Google Play support line to reflect this...

Tim November 12, 2012 60

We got our first-hands on with the Nexus 4 device today, but one thing it did lack was an OTA update that brings a few Android 4.2 features that many are looking forward to, namely lockscreen widgets. The OTA update has since gone live, and of course, Kellex...

Tim November 12, 2012 80

Well, if you planned on picking up a Nexus 4 tomorrow once they go on sale, why not pick up an official bumper case for it at the same time? Yes, I said bumper for a Nexus 4. Scary. Anyways, the bumper cases are running $20 and come in one color - black. You...

Tim November 12, 2012 42

Disney's Wreck-it Ralph has landed on Google Play for $0.99, and much like the movie, it features a few different games inside the one app. There are three different games to be exact - some that pay homage to the older arcade-style titles that the movie is...

Tim November 12, 2012 17

Today, AT&T announced that customers can get their hands on the HTC One X+ and the HTC One VX on November 16, with pre-orders going live for the One X+ starting tomorrow, November 13. For those not following the devices, the One X+ is just like the...

Kellen November 12, 2012 46

Well, we have the Nexus 4 and Nexus 10 in the house. Both launch tomorrow on Google Play, but why don't we take one last look at them before that happens? Below, you'll find some sparkly photos of the Nexus 4, the Nexus 10 in hand so that you can see the size,...

How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 46

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 46

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 46

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 46

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 46

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 46

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 46

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 46

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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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Live: HTC and Verizon DROID DNA Event in NYC

Download: Android 4.2 Update for Nexus 7 and GSM Galaxy Nexus

Yes, Folks, the Nexus 4 and Nexus 10 Go On-sale in the Play Store at 9AM Pacific

Quick Look at Lock Screen Widgets in Android 4.2

Google Intros $20 Nexus 4 Bumper Case Through Google Play

Disney’s Official Wreck-it Ralph Game Goes Up on Google Play for $0.99

AT&T Announce HTC One X+ and One VX Launch Date of November 16

Quick Gallery: Nexus 4 and Nexus 10