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I'd download a stock Android experience from the Play Store, Google

Android A few years ago, finding ways to replace elements on an Android phone wasn't all that easy. Most of it was baked into the rooting process, whether it was made available through custom ROMs or just "Home replacements."

2 weeks ago by Evan Selleck 0

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Samsung's marketing for the Galaxy S 4 hits the spot

Android When it comes to the Android ecosystem, no one has the muscle like Samsung. The South Korean manufacturer has become practically synonymous with the mobile operating system at this point.

2 weeks ago by Evan Selleck 0

Sony Xperia Z reportedly getting 'Google Edition' treatment as well

Android Looks like the HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S 4 may soon be joined by a third "Google Edition" smartphone. According to reports from Android Central and AndroidGeeks, Sony is working on a version of its Xperia Z that features a "Nexus user...

2 weeks ago by Alex Wagner 0

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Are you tempted by the Google Edition Sony Xperia Z?

Android Lately mobile news has been producing quite a buzz over the introduction of “Google Edition” devices; first we see the GE Samsung Galaxy S 4, and shortly after we discover the GE HTC One. Good news comes today in the form of another Google...

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Have you ever had a phone stolen?

Lifestyle A couple of days ago, I was seated at a small table in a coffee shop, typing away. My phone was next to the computer, sitting idle. An older gentleman sat down at a table next to me, and I noticed that he kept taking quick glances over at...

2 weeks ago by Evan Selleck 0

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Will Siri ever really compete with Google Now?

Ios Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference is coming. It's actually right around the corner, in fact. And are you prepared? You should be. It's going to be all revolutionary and stuff. For Apple.

2 weeks ago by Evan Selleck 0

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The Galaxy Note III prototype has grabbed my attention

Android Just in case you've somehow missed it, today is sort of a big day for Apple. The company is gearing up to kick off their Worldwide Developers Conference, and with it a bunch of new things.

2 weeks ago by Evan Selleck 0

Google officially acquires mapping company Waze

Android Looks like another big-name mobile app company is joining the Google family. Google announced today on its official blog that it's acquired Waze, a community-based mapping service that gathers traffic and road information from users to...

1 weeks ago by Alex Wagner 0

Google adds new shipping options to Play Store

Android Google has been selling hardware through the Play Store for over a year now, having launched its Devices section with the Samsung Galaxy Nexus in April 2012. Since then we've watched the company add new accessories and hardware, like the...

1 weeks ago by Alex Wagner 0

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HTC's One Mini is sounding better with each new rumor

Android The HTC One is pretty popular. If you've been watching (and participating with!) the Official Smartphone Rankings, then you know the One has been sitting atop the list for both the Expert's and People's Choice ever since it debuted.

6 days ago by Evan Selleck 0

Google+ gaining notification sync, Android app update brings additional improvements

Android Less than a month after Google rolled out a version 4.0 update for its Google+ for Android app, the company today announced that it's adding even more new features to its social network. Google's own Vic Gundotra took to his Google+ page...

5 days ago by Alex Wagner 0

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I have been waiting so long for notification sync

Android When we start using services on our mobile devices that we've already been using on our laptop or desktop, especially things like Google+ or Facebook or Twitter, then one of the things you'll notice right away is that you get a lot of...

4 days ago by Evan Selleck 0

ASUS K009 tablet appears at Bluetooth SIG and FCC, includes 'nexus' brand name

Android The Nexus 7 is fast approaching its first birthday, and in the mobile world that typically means that it's about time for a refresh. Google hasn't said anything official about an updated Nexus 7 yet, but newly-discovered filings from the...

4 days ago by Alex Wagner 0

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Which Android features would you bring to Windows Phone?

Android Building a smartphone, and filling it with features that will speak the loudest to the most consumers, is a hard thing to do. You've got to get a lot right, even while you understand that you may get a lot wrong.

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Are you taking more videos than photos?

Lifestyle The TV killed the radio star. Right? That's how that goes, I think. The TV is still seeing plenty of success, but I would bet that you've heard more times than you can count that TV is dying.

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