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Jelly Bean Update Rolling Out to Motorola XOOM WiFi Soak Testers

Kellen July 25, 2012 82

And here it comes, the soak test of Jelly Bean (Android 4.1.1) for the Motorola XOOM WiFi. Assuming all goes well during this test, the update should be pushed to the general public within a week or so. If you can't wait that long, you can grab the file from...

Tim July 25, 2012 17

Icy Joe Extreme is a good mix of Doodle Jump and smashing stuff with a hammer. You play as a character who's sole purpose is to climb to the top of each level while smashing through ice, penguins, and bears without taking too much damage. You collect items...

Eric July 25, 2012 30

Google and Motorola are now together for the foreseeable future after Google purchased the company last year. With the regulations and legal work is out of the way, the official paperwork has been filed and is giving us a bit more information on the whole deal...

Kellen July 25, 2012 115

A Motorola phone by the model number XT926, one that Moto employees outed as the DROID RAZR HD, cruised through the FCC, giving us a look at its radio setup and confirming that it will be arriving on Verizon. One thing that the world overlooked though, was the...

Kellen July 24, 2012 41

Last night, Google uploaded the beginning video of what may be a series of tutorial videos for the Nexus 7. It was a simple intro that we skipped by since you all know how to add a Google account, however, today's is all about customizing your home screen....

Kellen July 24, 2012 21

At the end of last week, an LG employee notified members of their forums that the Spectrum's Ice Cream Sandwich update is ready to be rolled out. All they are waiting for is Verizon to press "Go." The following day, it appears as if they were trying to prove...

Eric July 24, 2012 66

One of the best things about Android is that it can be adapted to a lot of different hardware, but in the case of the DROID X360, it may not be such a good thing. The body of this device is clearly reminiscent of a PS Vita, the latest handheld from Sony, but...

Tim July 24, 2012 38

If the Nexus 7 is just too cheap for you, then might we suggest Qualcomm's Snapdragon S4 Pro developer slate? Before we get into the technicals, we should state this device is not for the everyday tablet buyer. Sure, it can run your Angry Birds better than...

Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5 Reasons to Buy Samsung’s Newest Flagship

Tim February 26, 2026 38

We have the brand new Galaxy S26 Ultra from Samsung now up for pre-order. It's quite the looker, featuring a slightly updated...

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Android 17 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Devices!

Tim February 26, 2026 38

Android 17 Beta 2 has been released for Pixel devices. You'll find support for the build all the way back to the Pixel 6...

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There is a Free Double Storage Galaxy S26 Ultra Deal, Plus You Get a $200 Gift Card

Kellen February 26, 2026 38

Samsung is going softer than usual with its Galaxy S26 launch deals and it's kind of bumming me out. Where's the double...

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Samsung Quickly Smacking $700 Off Galaxy S26+

Kellen February 26, 2026 38

With the dust settled from yesterday's Unpacked event, we're still looking for the best Galaxy S26 deals to be had. We know...

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Samsung Quickly Slaps $500 Off Galaxy S26

Kellen February 25, 2026 38

The best Galaxy S26 deal is a quick $500 off from Samsung, thanks to a wide range of trade-in devices worth that much. Buying...

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Galaxy S26 Series Made Official, Starts at $899

Tim February 25, 2026 38

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is now official, and for those who have been following Galaxy news for the past few months, the...

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The Nothing Phone 4a Comes in Pink

Kellen February 25, 2026 38

Earlier in the week, Nothing showed off its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a in a pretty typical mostly-white colorway. The phone...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Crazy New Privacy Display Feature

Kellen February 23, 2026 38

We showed you earlier that someone was able to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra super early by paying an enormous sum of money in Dubai...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 82

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 82

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 82

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 82

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 82

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 82

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 82

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 82

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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Jelly Bean Update Rolling Out to Motorola XOOM WiFi Soak Testers

Icy Joe Extreme Lands on Google Play – For Fans of Bears, Glasses, and Hammers

Google Filing Shows that Motorola Was Worth $12.4 Billion in Total, $5.5 Billion of It in Patents

According to FCC Filing, DROID RAZR HD Will Have a 2530mAH Battery Inside

Google Teaches You to “Make Yourself at Home” With Your Nexus 7

LG Posts Spectrum User Guide as if the Device Runs Ice Cream Sandwich

The DROID X360: ICS-Powered PS Vita Device that Ships with Illegal Emulators

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon S4 Pro Quad-Core Beast Developer Tablet Can Be Purchased for $1300