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Google Maps Introduces Transit Navigation to 400+ Cities

Kellen July 6, 2011 26

Just when you thought that Google Maps couldn't possibly get any better, an update is released that introduces a new type of navigation - for public transit. In version 5.7 of GMaps, you can get turn-by-turn (stop-by-stop) directions that will use buses,...

Kellen July 6, 2011 60

It's been a rocky road for the Motorola XOOM, the world's first ever Honeycomb tablet. A device that was the talk of the tech world back in January has almost been forgotten about as rumored sales numbers have not even come close to expectations. With...

Kellen July 6, 2011 36

Yes, the DROIDX2 still has a locked bootloader that will likely never be cracked unless something magical happens, like say a dev build leaks out (just like with the Atrix) or Motorola decides to become customer-friendly. Until then though, we'll all be...

Kellen July 5, 2011 42

Since root and S-OFF have been achieved on the DROID Incredible 2, we're starting to see the first batch of ROMs appear for it which includes CM7 and MIUI. As the two most popular on the planet (arguably), this should be taken as a good sign that the...

Kellen July 5, 2011 205

The DROID Bionic could be here in just a matter of weeks (potentially August 4), which has us wondering if it is still the device of your dreams? There are rumors of it having an unlocked bootloader, but we likely won't know for sure until it finally arrives...

Tim July 5, 2011 29

Google looks to be prepping for a release of their Videos app for smartphones very shortly. For some lucky users, it has been showing up in the Android Market, then disappearing though. There's only a few things Google really needs to implement with this...

Kellen July 5, 2011 44

No one was complaining when Samsung announced that its new Galaxy Tab 10.1 wouldn't launch with their special TouchWiz UX on it. Unfortunately they still had plans to introduce the first ever Honeycomb (Android 3.1) skin in the near future and have provided a...

Tim July 5, 2011 36

Looks like Walmart is ready to clean their shelves, and are making way for newer products by lowering the price of the Motorola XOOM WiFi. It's possible that these devices could see lower prices in the future (original Samsung Galaxy Tab, anyone?), but not by...

Google Pixel 10a Review: What a Good Little Phone

Kellen March 4, 2026 36

The Pixel 10a was announced by Google a few weeks back and the general response to it was, "This just seems like a Pixel 9a."...

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2026 March Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen March 3, 2026 36

The March Pixel update is available for download today and it's a big one. Not only is it a Pixel Feature Drop (all new...

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March Pixel Feature Drop Arriving With 12+ New Features

Kellen March 3, 2026 36

The March Google Pixel update arrived today as the March Pixel Feature Drop and there are a ton of new features and changes....

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March Pixel Watch Feature Drop is a Huge Update

Kellen March 3, 2026 36

The March Pixel Watch Feature Drop is here with several new features for Pixel Watch owners. Google isn't only bringing new...

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Google Pixel’s Now Playing App is Available!

Kellen March 2, 2026 36

The Google Pixel line gets an official Now Playing music app. You can download it now. A couple of weeks ago, we talked about...

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Qualcomm Just Told Us the Chip in the Next Samsung Galaxy Watch

Kellen March 2, 2026 36

We have a new wearable chip for the next wave of smartwatches! Chipsets aren't typically an exciting thing to talk about, but...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5 Reasons to Buy Samsung’s Newest Flagship

Tim February 26, 2026 36

We have the brand new Galaxy S26 Ultra from Samsung now up for pre-order. It's quite the looker, featuring a slightly updated...

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Android 17 Beta 2 Released for Pixel Devices!

Tim February 26, 2026 36

Android 17 Beta 2 has been released for Pixel devices. You'll find support for the build all the way back to the Pixel 6...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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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Google Maps Introduces Transit Navigation to 400+ Cities

Motorola XOOM WiFi Prices Slashed Everywhere, Time to Expect Something New?

DROIDX2 Sees First Custom Recovery, Now We Wait for ROMs

DROID Incredible 2 Gets Treated to CM7 and MIUI

Tuesday Poll: Is the DROID Bionic Still the Device to Have?

Google Videos Coming To Your Phone In The Very Near Future?

Samsung Provides a Full 12-Minute TouchWiz UX Preview for Galaxy Tab 10.1

Walmart Lowers Price Of XOOM WiFi To Just $499