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DROID RAZR MAXX on the Way? Is This the HD Version of the RAZR?

Kellen December 2, 2011 159

At this point, if a week has gone by and a new Motorola phone hasn't been outed, then there is something wrong. As an Android OEM, no one seems to pump out devices faster than these guys. So when a new device was found in EXIF data over at Picasa, that could...

Kellen December 2, 2011 64

Will the DROID XYBoard (silly name and all) arrive next week at Verizon stores? The most recent MAP list we have suggests so, but also the fact that accessories are now arriving. It makes sense that Moto and Big Red would look to pump out both 8.2" and 10"...

Tim December 2, 2011 94

One of the many arguments Apple users have against Android owners is that we don't have a store(s) to take our Android devices to and receive technical help or setup new handsets. Well, lucky residents of Melbourne in Australia now have that option. The...

Kellen December 2, 2011 58

Amazon is sending out cancellation notices to those of you that pre-ordered the Asus Transformer Prime from them within the last week. Their reason for doing so? A "lack of availability from suppliers." If you remember the original Transformer, a similar...

Kellen December 2, 2011 24

As Verizon customers, this Carrier IQ fiasco isn't something that you necessarily need to worry about. Big Red has made it clear that they do not use the software to track data, unlike the other major U.S. carriers: AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint. Are they...

Kellen December 2, 2011 153

"He doesn't know how to use the 3 sea shells." - Demolition Man Been wondering what the 3 metal prongs on the side of the Galaxy Nexus will be used for? We assumed accessories, but thanks to a series of videos out of MobileFun, we get to see exactly how those...

Kellen December 2, 2011 72

Hey look, the DROID 4! Wonder where we have seen that before? Ahh yes - here (first pictures), here, here and accessories here. It's a fine lookin' DROID-branded phone, that will be the first in the franchise to rock out with a physical keyboard and 4G LTE....

Tim December 2, 2011 137

"Never ask for ETAs." Probably the most well known quote from the CyanogenMod Team. It makes sense though, seeing that greatness can not be rushed. Well I wouldn't call this an actual ETA, but Cyanogen himself has gone ahead and posted up a blog letting...

Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026 137

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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What’s Your Carrier’s Device Unlock Policy: T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T

Kellen January 21, 2026 137

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to 365 Days

Kellen January 20, 2026 137

When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which...

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Samsung Makes New Bixby Official in One UI 8.5 With Perplexity AI

Kellen January 20, 2026 137

The betas of One UI 8.5, as well as supposedly leaked screenshots, showed a potentially renewed investment in Bixby from...

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How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 137

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 137

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 137

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 137

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 159

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 159

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 159

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 159

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 159

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 159

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 159

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 159

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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DROID RAZR MAXX on the Way? Is This the HD Version of the RAZR?

DROID XYBoard Accessories Arrive in Verizon Shops, First Look at its DROID Eye

Androidland – World’s First Android Dedicated Store Opens In Australia

Amazon Canceling Asus Transformer Prime Orders, Lists “Lack of Availability From Suppliers” as Reason

Wondering if Your Phone has Carrier IQ Software? This App Will Let You Check

Samsung Galaxy Nexus Docks and Chargers Get a Proper Fondling, Prongs Put to Use

DROID 4 Poses for Pictures Alongside DROID XYBoard, Blur Enters the Tablet Game

Founder Of CyanogenMod Offers An Update On The Development Of CM9, Original DROID No Longer Supported