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Asus Transformer Receives Another Update to Build 8.6.5.19

Tim November 10, 2011 40

Owners of the Asus Tranformer are being greeted this morning with another pleasant update notification. Wait, didn't we do this just 6 days ago? Today's update is to bring the Transformer up to build version 8.6.5.19. We have not heard officially what the...

Kellen November 10, 2011 316

Samsung's VP of Product Planning Nick DiCarlo, stopped by the set of Fox Business Network yesterday to showcase more of our favorite mystery-dated phone, the Galaxy Nexus. In his brief time on air, DiCarlo dropped a facial unlock on the world followed by Ice...

Kellen November 10, 2011 107

The DROID RAZR campaign is about to get kicked into overdrive with tomorrow's launch looming. In this latest spot dubbed "Payload," we get the expected massive action sequences that have accompanied the last 2 or 3 DROID launches. There is a motorcyle, a car...

Kellen November 10, 2011 48

If you have the Amazon Appstore installed, then you were probably prompted late last night or early this morning to update it. This latest build is version 2.0, but more importantly, it matches the theme of the software that will come loaded on next week's...

HTC Rezound and DROID RAZR: Quick Hands-on and Unboxing (Updated: With Video)

Kellen November 9, 2011 406

Two of the most anticipated Android devices in recent history showed up on my doorstep today - the HTC Rezound in all of its Beats glory and the DROID RAZR looking as thin and cutting edge as ever. The RAZR I had a chance to get down and dirty with a couple of...

Kellen November 9, 2011 274

Verizon, for whatever reason, won't give us an official date for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. We have heard November 10, 17, post-Black Friday, and even November 21 as potential options. It's tough to call any of those "official" though, especially since they...

Kellen November 9, 2011 99

Mobile security on Android certainly seems to have become a much bigger niche than I think most of us figured it ever would. In fact, Lookout Security today, announced that they have gone global and are now offering products in the UK, Australia and Canada to...

Dan November 9, 2011 22

Are you in the market for a brand spanking new tablet, perhaps one with some gaming integration? Well look no further than the Sony Tablet S, Ebay's current Daily Deal. The device is sold through MacMall and can be had for $100 off the MSRP. The Tablet S runs...

Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 13, 2026 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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 40

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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Asus Transformer Receives Another Update to Build 8.6.5.19

Samsung VP Shows Off Galaxy Nexus Features to Fox, Hopes Verizon Lets Us Know a Price and Release Soon

New DROID RAZR Commercial Airs Just Before Launch, We Wish it Showed the Phone More

Amazon Releases Android App Store Version 2.0, Kindle Fire Black Theme Included

HTC Rezound and DROID RAZR: Quick Hands-on and Unboxing (Updated: With Video)

Samsung Galaxy Nexus Cases Arrive at Verizon Stores

Wednesday Poll: Do You Use Some Form of Security App on Android?

Daily Deal: New 16GB Sony Tablet S For $399