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RadioShack Expecting the HTC Vigor on October 20, Stratosphere on October 6

Kellen September 16, 2011 22

Last night we got a random tip suggesting that the HTC Vigor was to be rebranded as the DROID Incredible HD and would be out on October 13. Whether that date and name are legit remains to be seen, but we know now that RadioShack is at least expecting to see...

Kellen September 16, 2011 11

Both the HTC Rhyme and Samsung Stratosphere are now appearing in Verizon's Device Management system, a sign that they are more than just vapor. The Stratosphere - a device expected to be like the Epic 4G with slideout keyboard - is confirmed as having 4G LTE...

Kellen September 16, 2011 10

To our mates from across the pond, we would like to welcome you into the wonderful world of Google Voice Actions. Released today to the Android Market in the UK, France, Italy, Germany and Spain, the updated Google Search app makes hands-free searching,...

Kellen September 16, 2011 15

Monday is international Talk Like a Pirate Day, and Swiftkey wants to help facilitate that by giving you a special edition Pirate-talking keyboard. It works just like their normal predictive text staple, but it suggests pirate lingo along the way. As you...

Kellen September 16, 2011 140

Where oh where do we start with this one. How about with the source? It all comes courtesy of some random dude over at 4chan, so basically take this as pure rumor and something to simply spark conversation. We wanted to share it though, because the homeboy...

Kellen September 16, 2011 26

The Pantech Breakout may be the first mid-range 4G LTE device (headed for September 22) that appeals to a specific crowd of non-power users, but that doesn't mean it won't have a sexy media file for us to enjoy. Thanks to our buddy Legion, we have for you...

Tim September 16, 2011 13

Any folks looking to pick up a new DROID Bionic on a 2-year plan now have a nice little incentive from Amazon to get it through them. Between now and September 26th, buyers will receive a $50 gift card to be used however you see fitting when buying any Verizon...

Tim September 16, 2011 33

Normally $12.95, PrinterShare Mobile Print is today's Amazon Free App of the Day. With this app you can print pictures, print mail from GMail, and print documents from your SD Card all wirelessly. But that just scratches the surface. Nearby direct printing via...

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

Kellen February 18, 2026 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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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RadioShack Expecting the HTC Vigor on October 20, Stratosphere on October 6

HTC Rhyme and Samsung Stratosphere in Verizon’s Device Management, Pantech Breakout is Just $149 on Contract

Google Voice Actions Make Their Way Into the UK, France, Italy, Germany and Spain

Swiftkey Wants You to Type Like a Pirate with PirateKey X

Mega-Rumor: Details of the Galaxy Nexus, Ice Cream Sandwich as 2.4, and Galaxy SIII Revealed?

Download: Pantech Breakout Live Wallpapers, Ringtones and Boot Animation

Receive $50 Amazon Gift Card With Purchase Of New Verizon Device On 2-Year Contract

Amazon’s Free App Of The Day: PrinterShare Mobile Print