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Verizon’s Motorola XOOM Page Updated, February 24th is Launch Day (Updated)

Kellen February 21, 2011 189

Not that this should come as a surprise to anyone, but the Motorola XOOM will launch on Verizon, February 24. The landing page at Big Red's site has been updated as of a few minutes ago showing "AVAILABLE 2/24", so we'll probably wake up in our west coast...

Kellen February 20, 2011 369

Writing about the Thunderbolt was supposed to be a bundle of joy, but as the weeks have gone on and the bad news continues to pile up (sky-high prices, moved release dates, Skype issues, hotspot issues), it's become increasingly painful. So when we saw...

Kellen February 19, 2011 119

Well, it's back. BestBuy.com/Xoom has returned and is reminding you that today is the pre-order day for the world's first Honeycomb tablet. This was originally going to happen on the 17th, but a last minute contract reminder from Moto caused BBY to move it to...

Kellen February 19, 2011 84

Word started floating around last night that Skype with video might not be ready for launch with the HTC Thunderbolt after all, even though we had a confirmed date of 2/28 from Verizon. This shot from Best Buy definitely tells a different story and one that...

Kellen February 19, 2011 109

There hasn't been any official word out of Verizon's camp yet, but we're still expecting the Motorola XOOM to drop this Thursday (24th) and with the arrival of dummy units in stores, Big Red will likely spread the news either tomorrow or Monday. Update: ...

Kellen February 18, 2011 206

We're hearing whispers that Verizon might have just OK'd a subsidized price on the Motorola XOOM for those not interested in purchasing it outright at $799. How does a $599 price point sound with a 2-year contract? We asked what you guys thought on Twitter...

Kellen February 18, 2011 123

Since Twidroyd just got suspended, we're pretty sure that there are hundreds if not thousands of you out there that need a new app to keep up with us on Twitter. There are a ton of quality options out there, but we know you all have your favorites and we'd...

Kellen February 18, 2011 56

Uh oh. Twitter has found some issues in a variety of apps on Android and decided to suspend them for the time being. Topping the list is twidroyd (UberTwitter for Blackberry), which as you all know, is one of the biggest Twitter apps and has thousands and...

Hopefully You Pre-Ordered Your Galaxy S26 Ultra

Kellen March 11, 2026 56

The Galaxy S26 series is officially on sale as of today. For those who pre-ordered, you should have already received your...

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First Look at Upcoming Pixel 11 Pro Fold

Tim March 9, 2026 56

This week we're getting our first possible look at the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, a followup to last year's Pixel 10 Pro Fold. The...

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OnePlus 15T Features Gargantuan Battery With 50W Wireless Charging

Tim March 6, 2026 56

Ok, so I'm starting to understand why people were calling Galaxy S26 Ultra a bit boring. Detailed this morning, the upcoming...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: Slim, Smart, and Crazy Battery Life

Tim March 5, 2026 56

Galaxy 26 Ultra has arrived. It's perfect for 2026, taking an AI-first approach to many things, which is either a turn on or...

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Google Pixel 10a Review: What a Good Little Phone

Kellen March 4, 2026 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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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Verizon’s Motorola XOOM Page Updated, February 24th is Launch Day (Updated)

HTC Thunderbolt Shows up in Best Buy Buyer’s Guide Priced at $299 on 2-year Contract

Motorola XOOM Pre-order Page Returns to BestBuy.com (Updated)

Skype No Longer Ready for HTC Thunderbolt Launch?

Motorola XOOM Dummy Units Arrive in Stores

Motorola XOOM will be Available for $599 on Contract at Verizon?

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Twidroyd and UberTwitter get the Axe from Twitter for Policy Violations (Updated)