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Netflix Updated on Android, Now Officially Supports DROIDX on Gingerbread

Kellen June 15, 2011 109

Netflix on Android just received a spicy little update that brings official support to the DROIDX running Gingerbread. Previous market versions actually worked a couple of weeks ago on leaked 2.3 for the DX when Team Netflix removed the device check from the...

Kellen June 15, 2011 25

We're not sure how long Thumb Keyboard will be on sale at the Amazon Appstore for $.99, but we suggest you jump on it right away. This is hands down the best app you'll buy as a tablet owner - that's no joke. And even if you don't own a tablet, you might as...

Kellen June 15, 2011 73

According to @VZWSupport (the official Verizon support account on Twitter), the DROID2 Global should be receiving official Gingerbread (Android 2.3) some time today. We first reported the news that this was headed to the D2G this week and that a soak test...

Kellen June 15, 2011 71

We're not exactly sure what Verizon has planned for June 26, but we've been told that it has to do with new plans that could eventually lead to shared family data packages. We first heard about family data buckets back in May, so this wouldn't be completely...

Kellen June 15, 2011 51

Fede released the first alpha edition of his new WP7-esque music app almost a month ago and is already up to version 7 as of today. After thumbing through it for just a few minutes, you can tell that this is really turning into a solid and light music player...

Kellen June 15, 2011 62

Coffee addicts who enjoy the not-so-awesome taste that is Starbucks brew, get ready to spend money easier! (Look at me going all coffee snob.) Their Android app is finally available and allows you to do all sorts of fun things like add in your SB card,...

Kellen June 15, 2011 193

Well folks, it's here. You can finally get a taste of CyanogenMod7 for the DROIDX. Our boy @cvpcs worked some magic, tested it over the last few days, ironed out the majority of bugs and has released a version (basically a beta) that's stable enough for...

Kellen June 14, 2011 88

We just received some pretty welcoming news from Verizon concerning the free 4G LTE mobile hotspot promotion that has been available to owners of the DROID Charge, HTC Thunderbolt and LG Revolution for the last couple of months. According to our friends at...

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

Tim February 26, 2026 88

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 88

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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There is a Free Double Storage Galaxy S26 Ultra Deal, Plus You Get a $200 Gift Card

Kellen February 26, 2026 88

Samsung is going softer than usual with its Galaxy S26 launch deals and it's kind of bumming me out. Where's the double...

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Samsung Quickly Smacking $700 Off Galaxy S26+

Kellen February 26, 2026 88

With the dust settled from yesterday's Unpacked event, we're still looking for the best Galaxy S26 deals to be had. We know...

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Samsung Quickly Slaps $500 Off Galaxy S26

Kellen February 25, 2026 88

The best Galaxy S26 deal is a quick $500 off from Samsung, thanks to a wide range of trade-in devices worth that much. Buying...

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Galaxy S26 Series Made Official, Starts at $899

Tim February 25, 2026 88

Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup is now official, and for those who have been following Galaxy news for the past few months, the...

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The Nothing Phone 4a Comes in Pink

Kellen February 25, 2026 88

Earlier in the week, Nothing showed off its upcoming Nothing Phone 4a in a pretty typical mostly-white colorway. The phone...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Crazy New Privacy Display Feature

Kellen February 23, 2026 88

We showed you earlier that someone was able to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra super early by paying an enormous sum of money in Dubai...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 109

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 109

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 109

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 109

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 109

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 109

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 109

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 109

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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Netflix Updated on Android, Now Officially Supports DROIDX on Gingerbread

Thumb Keyboard Goes On Sale for $.99 at Amazon

DROID2 Global Gingerbread Starts Rolling Out Today (Updated)

Verizon is Making Changes to Plans on June 26, Family Data Sharing a Possibility? (Updated)

Download: Fede Releases Updates to Alpha Music Player UberMusic

Official Starbucks App Available on Android

Download: CM7 Released for the DROIDX

Verizon Extends Free 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot Offer Through July 6th for Thunderbolt, Charge and Revolution