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Samsung Wins Temporary Stay of Ban for Galaxy Nexus, Google to Resume Selling

Kellen July 6, 2012 71

The Galaxy Nexus saga continues. Today, a judge gave Samsung a temporary stay ban on the device, allowing it to be sold again in the U.S., well, until next week. Apple gets to respond on July 12. This is far from over, so go purchase your new G-Nex while you...

Kellen July 6, 2012 21

We are a week removed from Google I/O 2012, can you believe it? A full week of Jelly Bean tips and tricks, Nexus 7 overviews, and Nexus Q confusion is officially behind us. So let's talk about in this special edition Q&A session that focused on the magic...

Kellen July 6, 2012 33

We have touched on this a number of times already, but will say it again - the Galaxy S3 is so much more than just another powerful smartphone, it takes sharing media to a whole new level. Samsung has featured one of its sharing abilities, Share Shot, in their...

Tim July 6, 2012 22

The MoDaCo development team released an app shortcut to allow Nexus 7 owners access to that powerful front facing shooter anytime they so choose. Previously, only when using apps such as Google+ Hangouts would users even get use out of the camera. Now, you can...

Kellen July 6, 2012 173

I spent my first full day with the Incredible 4G LTE yesterday after putting it off over the holiday, and noticed something a bit frustrating almost immediately. See that screenshot above on the left? The "Ongoing" message to turn WiFi on. As an "Ongoing"...

Tim July 6, 2012 9

If you need a new app to better share your life with friends and family, then check out Sidecar. While you and a friend chat over the phone through Sidecar, you can instantly stream live video, share photos, see each other's location, and share contacts right...

Kellen July 6, 2012 25

The stock firmware for the Galaxy S3 that is headed to Verizon, SCH-I535, has been released over at Samsung Updates. It appears to be flashable via Kies, but if this doesn't end up being the final software, then it may not do you much good. It's never a bad...

Tim July 6, 2012 14

Show your support for the Green Machine and pick up this neat Steampunk Droid live wallpaper. Once applied, the gears goes wild on the edges of the display and his eyes light up nice and bright. He is a blast to play with and he gives off sort of an Iron Man...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 14

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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 71

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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Samsung Wins Temporary Stay of Ban for Galaxy Nexus, Google to Resume Selling

Droid Life Q&A Session: I/O Edition Answers

Camera App Shortcut Made Available for Nexus 7 Owners

Yo Verizon, What’s With This Ongoing Wi-Fi Toggle Notification on the Galaxy S3 and Incredible 4G?

Sidecar – Share Live Video, Photos, and More While on the Phone

Stock Firmware For Verizon’s Galaxy S3 Released

Steampunk Droid Live Wallpaper, Another Classy Choice for Andy Fans