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NSA Releases ‘Security Enhanced Android’, Offering Government Level Protection For Your Device

Tim January 19, 2012 61

Do you sometimes feel that your phone just isn't as secure as it should be? Then allow me to introduce Security Enhanced Android (SEA), brought to you by the wonderful folks over at the National Security Agency (NSA). Taken from the AOSP and then beefed up to...

Kellen January 19, 2012 35

The latest in active/exercise tech was introduced today by Nike. The product is called the Nike+ FuelBand and looks similar to those LiveStrong wrist bands that took the world by storm for an extended period of time, only it's much more advanced. The idea...

Kellen January 19, 2012 15

During Google's Q4 earnings call that is live right now, CEO Larry Page gave us some new Android numbers to twist our brains over. As you already know, over 700,000 devices are activated every day and that 3.7 million were activated during the X-mas holiday...

Kellen January 19, 2012 94

Who am I kidding, hopefully most ROM developers or anyone for that matter that needed to host something, moved away from MegaUpload long ago. But so you are aware, the Feds have shut the popular file sharing service down, charging it's owners with engaging in...

Tim January 19, 2012 29

If you are a guy and shop for clothes online, then there is a good chance you have heard of JackThreads. It is a members-only site that carries deals on street-wear and accessories from very well known brands that cater to today's youth and their sense of...

Kellen January 19, 2012 108

Motorola has been all over Twitter this morning, telling users that their "software upgrade news site will be updated soon with info on ICS upgrades for other devices." By "other devices," they mean the DROID X, DROID X2, DROID 2 and 3, Pro, etc. We already...

Kellen January 19, 2012 93

The camera on the Galaxy Nexus is clearly not the best in the business. Sure, it can take instant photos that will wow your friends, but if they look like hell, what's the point? Since many of us have been on the hunt for the best camera replacement, we wanted...

Kellen January 19, 2012 37

A reader dropped Circuitry Live Wallpaper into our inbox just moments ago, and so far we are impressed. It has 6 color combinations available at this time, but it's one of those apps we can see growing and allowing for full customization down the road. If you...

Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 13, 2026 37

Android 17 Beta is officially live and we've got it up and running on a Pixel 10 Pro. You could have it on your device as...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Actually Here for Your Pixel

Kellen February 13, 2026 37

UPDATE FEBRUARY 13 - Google tried to ship out the first Android 17 Beta 1 update a couple of days ago, but something forced...

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Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026 37

We have already seen a few Pixel 10a renders, but as we have gotten closer to a launch day, the quality of said renders has...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 37

Google surprised the Android world this afternoon by announcing that Android 17 Beta 1 is arriving "soon." Yeah, Android 17,...

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Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Scheduled for February 25

Tim February 10, 2026 37

Samsung has booked the date at which they will unveil the Galaxy S26 series. February 25 is the day, 10am PT (1pm ET) is the...

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AT&T’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 37

For those looking for the best AT&T unlimited plan, the choices are pretty simple to narrow down, thanks to AT&T only...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 37

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 37

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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 61

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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NSA Releases ‘Security Enhanced Android’, Offering Government Level Protection For Your Device

Nike Introduces the FuelBand as the Next Fitness Trend, Android Compatibility on the Way

Google: 11 Billion App Downloads, Over 250 Million Total Android Devices Activated

Might Want to Find a New Place to Host Your ROMs, MegaUpload Shut Down by the Feds

JackThreads Application Now Up On Android Market, Men’s Street Fashion Available At Your Fingertips

Motorola in the Midst of Updating Their Software Upgrade Timeline, Which Devices Will See Ice Cream Sandwich and When?

ProCapture’s Reduced Noise Feature Works Well With the Instant Shutter of the Galaxy Nexus

Circuitry Live Wallpaper Turns Your Home Screen Into a Stylish Circuit Board