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Tasker App Factory for Beta Users, Turn Tasks into Standalone Applications

Tim June 19, 2012 24

Tasker is an application that many Android lovers can't do without. You can program the app to complete tasks depending on what time it is, where you are, or even through gestures. It has received high ratings and is a great app for people who want to get the...

Kellen June 19, 2012 57

When the Galaxy Nexus was first announced, I immediately fell in love with an app called Light Flow. Since the G-Nex had this big beautiful multi-colored notification light centered at the bottom of the device, this app would help all of us take full...

Tim June 19, 2012 72

Thanks to Verizon's Summer Sale, customers who sign up for a new two year agreement can get the HTC Rezound for a mere $80. Originally ringing up for $199, the promo is for $120 off, which is a crazy good deal. With the device receiving tons of love from...

Kellen June 19, 2012 169

Yesterday afternoon or early evening (depending on where you are located), Microsoft unveiled their next big thing to the tech world, a tablet called Surface. I know, I know what you are thinking, "Just what we need, another damn tablet." This one doesn't look...

Eric June 19, 2012 15

Google is playing their social network very close to the company vest, and haven't really opened up the ecosystem to anyone yet. That's why it's big news that Google+ will soon be coming to Flipboard, at some point in the future. At a conference in London ...

Tim June 18, 2012 538

We aren't shy when talking about our love for Cruzer Lite's products that work well with some of our favorite devices. Some of them are cases that will surely bring out the inner Android fanboy in all of us, so we have teamed up with them to bring our readers...

Tim June 18, 2012 51

I'm sure many of you are quite familiar with Windows XP, so why wouldn't you want to experience it on your phone? As a launcher, XP Mod works pretty well actually. You have shortcuts to your browser, file shortcuts, and of course your pull-up menu where you...

Tim June 18, 2012 117

Attention future Galaxy SIII owners, do not attempt this at home. We have seen these "drop test" videos in the past and they're always sort of fun to watch. In this edition, we have the new Samsung Galaxy SIII taking on Apple's iPhone 4S. Keep in mind, the...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 117

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 117

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 117

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 117

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 117

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 117

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 117

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 117

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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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Tasker App Factory for Beta Users, Turn Tasks into Standalone Applications

Light Flow Receives Full Makeover, New Features, and is More Impressive Than Ever

HTC Rezound Drops to $80 Through Verizon

Microsoft Surface Unveiled Last Night, Have Any Thoughts on It?

Flipboard Gets Access to Google+ API, Tight Integration on the Way

Contest: Win Gift Cards Up to $30 to Spend on Cruzer Lite Cases (Update: Winners Picked)

XP Mod Launcher Turns Your Phone Into a Windows Powered Machine

Video: Samsung Galaxy SIII Vs. iPhone 4S Drop Test