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Samsung to Offer a Galaxy S3 “Developer Edition” on Verizon for $599 With an Unlockable Bootloader

Kellen July 10, 2012 233

Since the version of the Galaxy S3 on Verizon that thousands of you pre-ordered has a locked bootloader, Samsung apparently wants to give you an option that's a little more open. That option, if you truly value an unlockable bootloader, is a "developer edition...

Kellen July 10, 2012 117

The Nexus Google+ page has announced that Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) is rolling out to the Galaxy Nexus, today. The first version to receive it is the HSPA+/GSM version, which we assume means takju and yakju variants. No love for your LTE friend yet, but as you...

Kellen July 10, 2012 38

The Nexus 7 just got prompted for a 12.6MB update within the last couple of minutes. We aren't exactly sure what is included just yet, but once the install completes, we will let you know. I have a feeling that it dumbs down Search. For those that attended...

Tim July 10, 2012 40

So, the Nexus Q isn't completely without a purpose anymore. A developer over at XDA has pushed CyanogenMod's Trebuchet launcher through ADB to the device, allowing it to perform tasks other than the ability to only stream content from Google's servers....

Tim July 10, 2012 18

The official Twitter for Android application received a healthy update today. It includes some nice features along with some various bug fixes that should make the app much more pleasant to use on the day to day. In the update, Twitter is introducing "expanded...

Eric July 10, 2012 78

The CyanogenMod team released another update for when users can expect to see CM10 hit the forums. It's not a definitive ETA (naturally), but since Jelly Bean hit AOSP yesterday, they can shed some light on the process of making their next creation. Here is...

Kellen July 10, 2012 84

We saw the Nexus 7 shipping schedule change this morning to "1-2 weeks" in the Play store, but will 3rd party retailers receive it as early as this Thursday? According to Office Depot, they are expecting to have them in some 341 stores by July 12. Potential...

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

Tim February 26, 2026 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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 84

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 233

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 233

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 233

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 233

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 233

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 233

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 233

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 233

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 to Offer a Galaxy S3 “Developer Edition” on Verizon for $599 With an Unlockable Bootloader

Android 4.1.1 JRO03C Rolling Out to Galaxy Nexus HSPA+ Devices (Updated)

Nexus 7 Receiving OTA Update Now to Android 4.1.1 [JRO03C]

Developer Pushes Launcher Through ADB to Nexus Q, Makes Device Actually Kind of Cool

Official Twitter for Android App Updated, Expandable Tweets and Tappable Avatars

CyanogenMod Team Gives Update on CM10, Only a Matter of Time Now

Office Depot Expecting to Have In-store Nexus 7 Stock by July 12?