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Update for Verizon’s Galaxy S3 Rolling Out Now, Dumbs Down On-device Search

Kellen September 15, 2012 77

The VRALG7 update for the Samsung Galaxy S3 on Verizon that we first reported on Thursday, is available now to all handsets. To pull the update, all you have to do is head into Settings>About device>Software update and tap the "Check New" button. The...

Kellen September 15, 2012 155

You are looking at the first images of the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 that is headed to Verizon. Yep, it looks exactly like the international Galaxy Note 2 that we played with earlier this week, but that is to be expected. After Samsung released the Galaxy S3 in...

Tim September 14, 2012 5

It's been a big week for mobile. Apple has announced their new iPhone and of course, they're so amazed at how many pre-orders there have been. Shocker. As for the Android side of things, next week is looking great. HTC and LG have device announcements taking...

Eric September 14, 2012 118

There wasn't much doubt that LG was going to announce the Optimus G on September 19, but now we would almost bet on it. The device was just spotted on LG's Korean Youtube page in its first commercial spot. It doesn't really say much unless your fluent in...

Eric September 14, 2012 96

Things have not been looking up for Samsung in court recently. Today, we have another Friday ruling against the company going into the weekend that doesn't look so hot. Samsung filed against Apple with the International Trade Commission with patents having to...

Tim September 14, 2012 17

Over on Google Play, I came across an artsy black and white game that I've taken quite a liking too. What helped me was that it was also rated quite well which never hurts. The game is called Last Fish and it takes place in the darkest of waters. You're fish...

Kellen September 14, 2012 161

Could we see the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 on October 21? According to today's rumor out of BGR, AT&T is at least planning to sell it on that day. I know that many of you are looking for a release date from Verizon, but we likely won't have one for another few...

Tim September 14, 2012 26

Last week, we wrote a piece on how Diane von Furstenberg, a fashion designer was to utilize Google Glass to create a video on what it's like to be part of the process that is New York's Fashion Week. Today, the video is up and may we say it's pretty cool. The...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 77

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 77

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 77

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 77

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 77

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 77

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 77

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 77

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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Update for Verizon’s Galaxy S3 Rolling Out Now, Dumbs Down On-device Search

Here is the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 for Verizon, Carrier Branded Home Button Included

This Week in the Life of DROID: 9/14/2012

LG Optimus G Spotted in First Korean Commerical, Doesn’t Show Off Much

Samsung Loses to Apple in Court Again, This Time with the International Trade Commission

Last Fish for Android, Artsy Black and White Animations That Look Smooth

Galaxy Note 2 Launching on AT&T October 21?

Video: Documentray Style Film Shot with Google Glass at New York Fashion Week