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Rumor: Verizon is Working on a “DROID Loyalty” Program

Kellen September 29, 2011 166

We just caught wind of a new initiative that Verizon is spearheading that they are internally referring to as the "DROID Loyalty Program." While details are scarce, we understand that it has to do with the retention of current Android customers. That could...

Kellen September 29, 2011 50

Some of you may have seen this story over at Android Life, but we wanted to quickly point it out here as well to address a rumor or suggestion that many people are making. This new Exynos 1.5GHz processor that Samsung announced is not going to be in the...

Tim September 29, 2011 24

All you rope cutters can head to the Android Market and download the updated version of the classic game Cut the Rope. Inside the update is a completely new box called "Toy Box" which holds 25 all new levels. Along with the update are a few bug fixes and...

Kellen September 29, 2011 57

Sooooo, the Motorola XOOM WiFi received another update this morning that brings the device up to build HTK75D. We aren't exactly sure what all is included and is still Android 3.2.1, but there does appear to be a new Market on board. It matches up to the...

Kellen September 29, 2011 165

The folks over at MyDroidWorld have posted what they (and we) believe to be the system application list for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Nexus on Verizon. Some very interesting things are embedded in this list, most noticeably the fact that there are no...

Tim September 29, 2011 10

Following up their popular release called "Guns'N'Glory", HandyGames has just released the anticipated sequel called Guns'N'Glory WW2. Just like the first, it's a great tower defense-like game but this time based on World War 2. Features: - Thrilling defence-...

Tim September 29, 2011 35

Today you can pick up a Motorola XOOM Wi-Fi for just $349.99. The tablets are refurbished, but still, one might want to take advantage of this deal if you enjoy having updates before anyone else. Easily unlockable and rootable, these tablets are lots of fun....

Kellen September 29, 2011 64

The DROID3 update that brings your phone up to build 5.6.890 is available now and includes Google Talk with Video along with a number of bug fixes that should help with things like battery life. We gave you manual update instructions the other day, but know...

Pixel 10a Official at $499 and the Upgrades are Tough to Find

Kellen February 18, 2026 64

Google fully unveiled the Pixel 10a today and there aren't many surprises following weeks of information trickling into our...

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Google Brings AirDrop Support to Pixel 9

Kellen February 17, 2026 64

Google has moved forward with its promise to bring AirDrop support to more phones. Today, the Search giant announced that the...

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Google’s Pixel is Getting a Now Playing App

Kellen February 16, 2026 64

Wouldn't it be cool if the Now Playing service on your Pixel phone had its own app that could get new features more regularly...

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T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon Device Unlock Policies

Kellen February 16, 2026 64

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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Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 15, 2026 64

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 64

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 64

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 64

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

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 166

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 166

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 166

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 166

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 166

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 166

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 166

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 166

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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Rumor: Verizon is Working on a “DROID Loyalty” Program

Samsung Announces New 1.5GHz Exynos Processor – Highly Doubt it will be in the Galaxy Nexus [from AL]

Cut the Rope Receives Update, Includes ‘Toy Box’ With 25 New Levels

Motorola XOOM WiFi Receiving Another Unexpected Update to Build HTK75D, New Market Included

System App List for the Galaxy Nexus Leaks: No Bloatware in Sight, Lots of New Stuff

HandyGames Releases Guns’N’Glory WW2 To Android Market

Refurbished Motorola 32GB XOOM Wi-Fi For Just $350

DROID3 5.6.890 Update is Pushing Out Now