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HBO Go Released on Android

Kellen April 29, 2011 97

We first reported that HBO Go was on the way to Android and possibly on May 2, but the folks behind this fine premium network have given us a present early. You can grab it from the market now and start to enjoy all of your Game of Thrones and East Bound and...

Kellen April 29, 2011 44

There are times when the LG Revolution feels like the forgotten step-child of Verizon's 4G LTE family, but it shouldn't be, especially since it will likely launch as the first Android phone with Netflix. We've seen a working Netflix app appear a couple of...

Kellen April 29, 2011 462

If you aren't sure what that picture is saying, let me attempt to break it down for you. After receiving a tip that Verizon may be blocking Wireless Tether from the market, I decided to do a little digging on the variety of devices I own. Sure enough, from...

Kellen April 28, 2011 37

By now you probably know that Android 2.3.4 will be popping up on Nexus S and Ones over the next few weeks, but other than the update including Google Talk with Video, we weren't really sure what else would come along for the ride. Well, thanks to our friends...

Kellen April 28, 2011 125

We just got off the Motorola Q1 earnings call and while the amount of money these corporations make isn't our thing, we do listen in to see if they drop any hints at future phones or tablets. With Moto being the leader in all things "DROID", this is one we...

Kellen April 28, 2011 53

Well, here is one surprise, although according to @GoogleNexus, there is still another one to come later today. Android 2.3.4 will begin rolling out over the next few weeks to Nexus S and One devices, bringing Google Talk with Video and some other fixes. ...

Kellen April 28, 2011 25

An update to Flash 10.2 is available in the market and it looks to be a big Honeycomb enhancer. Hardware accelerated video and enhanced browser integration are the stars, making the overall experience on your new XOOM or Transformer much more enjoyable (we...

Kellen April 28, 2011 52

Google's Nexus Twitter account has been teasing us for 3 hours now and since we're seeing all sorts of guesses on Twitter, we thought we'd just bring the question to the masses. Any ideas on what they might announce? Free Nexus S 4Gs for all I/O attendees? ...

2026 March Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen March 3, 2026 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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 97

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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HBO Go Released on Android

Netflix All But Confirmed to Come Pre-installed on the LG Revolution

Is Wireless Tether About to Get the Android Axe? Carriers Finally Starting to Block it?

Official Android 2.3.4 Update List

Details on DROID Bionic Delay, Launching at Same Time as 4G LTE on XOOM

Google Announces Android 2.3.4, Will Roll Out Over the Next Few Weeks and Includes Google Talk with Video

Flash 10.2 Updated: Includes Hardware Accelerated Video and Enhanced Browser Integration for Android 3.1? (Updated)

@GoogleNexus is about to announce something, any guesses?