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Chameleon Launcher Finally Hits Google Play, Go Grab it For $10

Tim September 18, 2012 55

The day has come, Chameleon Launcher has finally landed on Google Play for Android tablets. We've been following the project for some time, even back when it was a little ol' Kickstarter idea. Now, it's on Google Play for $10.26! For those that may scream, "...

Kellen September 18, 2012 6

Andrew Bell took a minute today to show off another Series 3 Android Collectible, the Cry-on. It's basically an Android Krylon spray paint can that when shaken, might motivate you into tagging your office wall. OK, so there isn't actual paint inside, but it...

Kellen September 18, 2012 77

HTC is so excited about their current and future lineup of phones that it wants to reward you for purchasing one of them. To do that, they have launched a new trade in program called "HTC Trade Up," which can land you up to $300 depending on what your old...

Tim September 18, 2012 17

Something new that we haven't seen yet is Google offering up free TV episodes through Google Play. A reader sent us a link to a free episode of Guys With Kids, which is a new comedy from producer Jimmy Fallon. It's the pilot episode, so it seems that Google...

Tim September 18, 2012 36

According to research firm IDC, Google's Android OS has been bringing in some exceptional numbers during this year's Q3. As reported by the Huffington Post, Android held a monstrous 68% of the world's smartphone market share, followed by Apple at 17%. During...

Kellen September 18, 2012 36

Currently, if you buy a Nexus 7 from Google, you are treated to $25 of Google Play credit to spend as you please. Basically, you are paying less than $199 for the tablet, since you get a free $25 to drop on games, books, movies, etc. You better hurry if you...

Tim September 18, 2012 54

For those who need the newest builds of CyanogenMod 10, go grab this from Google Play right now. What CM10 Downloader will do for you is let you know that your version is out of date and then download the newest CM nightly right then and there. Boom. Along...

Tim September 18, 2012 7

There's something about talk radio that just gets people going. Finally, Bloomberg has an official radio app for Android and it actually looks pretty well done. With Bloomberg Radio, you have access to Manhattan's #1 radio station and a ton of other features....

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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 7

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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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 7

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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 55

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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Chameleon Launcher Finally Hits Google Play, Go Grab it For $10

Cry-on Series 3 Android Collectible, Shake the Paint Can!

HTC’s Trade Up Program Will Get You Up to $300 for Trading in Old Phones After Buying a New HTC

Google Play Offers Up Free Guys With Kids Episode, Thanks Google

Android’s Q3 Smartphone Market Share Numbers Posted, 68% Sticking with Google

$25 Google Play Credit With Nexus 7 Promo Ends September 30

CM10 Downloader on Google Play – Get the Newest CM Builds Right to Your Device

Bloomberg Radio+ Hits Google Play, “24/7 Access to the Smartest Names in Finance & Economics”