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Weekly Bone: Google's streaming music service, LG versus Samsung, and more!

Videos Marco's back in this installment of The Weekly Bone! This time around, he's talking about the stock Android version of the Samsung Galaxy S 4, the LG Optimus G Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy Note II dogfight, and Google's new streaming music...

3 hrs ago by Marco Hanna 0

ZTE says U.S. launch of Grand S delayed until 2014, but Grand Memo coming this year

Android Shortly after ZTE took the wraps off of its 6.9mm-thick Grand S at CES earlier this year, the company confirmed that it would be bringing its new smartphone to the U.S. later in 2013. Now it looks like anyone interested in a Grand S device...

3 hrs ago by Alex Wagner 1

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Take a breather, HTC

Android Not every manufacturer can be in the limelight all at the same time. Each one has the potential to be at the top if they want, but even when a company is considered top dog it only has so long before its empire starts to fall. We’ve seen...

4 hrs ago by Anna Scantlin 5

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Samsung Galaxy S 4 Challenge, Day 27: Work travel

Phone Challenges By Aaron It's day 27 with the Samsung Galaxy S 4. This is a quick update because I'm on the road for work and getting ready to fly home, but overall, I'm very impressed with the performance of the Galaxy S 4 during my travels. I've been pleased...

5 hrs ago by Aaron Baker 3

Chrome for Android updated with fullscreen mode, iOS version gaining voice search soon

Android There's some good news for fans of Google Chrome today, as Google has announced that it's updating both the Android and iOS versions of its browser with some nifty new features. First up, Chrome for Android is gaining a new fullscreen...

6 hrs ago by Alex Wagner 0

Verizon teams up with Jennifer Lopez to announce Viva Móvil, a Latino-focused premium retailer

Ctia Las Vegas 2013 The spring CTIA has been somewhat quiet this year, but one event that many have been looking forward to is Verizon's "special announcement" on May 22. Just in case you aren't aware, that's today, and Verizon has finally revealed exactly...

7 hrs ago by Alex Wagner 3

Apple claims that Samsung Galaxy S 4 and Google Now infringe its patents in new court filing

Android A week after Apple revealed that it would like to add the Galaxy S 4 to one of its patent infringement lawsuits against Samsung, the Cupertino firm has officially filed a motion for its request. In its filing, Apple says that it obtained...

9 hrs ago by Alex Wagner 13

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Nokia Lumia 521 Unboxing

Unboxing Aaron unboxes the Nokia Lumia 521 at CTIA 2013 in Las Vegas. Available at T-Mobile retail stores today (May 22) for $150 with NO contract, the Lumia 521 is a really attractive option for those on a tight budget. Featuring...

10 hrs ago by Aaron Baker 2

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The HTC One is voted #1 for another week

Official Smartphone Rankings In week 63 of PhoneDog Media's Official Smartphone Rankings™, the HTC One kept its first place positions on the People’s Choice and Expert’s Choice charts, establishing a solid lead against the Samsung Galaxy S 4. With a metal housing,...

10 hrs ago by The PhoneDog 0

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Cricket's Samsung Galaxy S 4 launching on June 7 for $599.99

Android Samsung announced last month that its new Galaxy S 4 would be available on seven different carriers in the U.S., and today another member of that group has stepped forward to announce its launch plans for the flagship smartphone. Cricket...

11 hrs ago by Alex Wagner 0

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Do you set a monthly allowance for app purchases?

Lifestyle I don’t know about you, but I’m more than willing to buy an application if it suits my needs, and it does so well. Whatever that need may be at the time, if the application does what it’s supposed to do and I like the way it looks (because...

11 hrs ago by Evan Selleck 2

AT&T 4G LTE network now available in more cities, including Anderson, S.C., and Ventura, Calif.

4g Ready for some more 4G LTE love, AT&T customers? That's precisely what your carrier has got for you today, as AT&T has announced that its LTE network is now available in several new markets across the U.S. The full rundown of cities...

11 hrs ago by Alex Wagner 1

HTC Chief Product Officer and other execs leave company as its difficulties continue

Android Things haven't exactly been going swimmingly for HTC as of late, with the company reporting some less-than-stellar financial numbers and running into delays with the launch of its One due to component shortages. Now the Taiwanese firm's...

13 hrs ago by Alex Wagner 5

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The Top Smartphones: HTC One wins again!

Official Smartphone Rankings Aaron's back to round up the best smartphones as voted on by YOU in PhoneDog's Official Smartphone Rankings! In week 63, the HTC One led against the Samsung Galaxy S 4 yet again, holding the first place spot for a third full week with a...

21 hrs ago by Aaron Baker 13

Verizon selling subscriber data to businesses, AT&T investigating ways to do the same

News Heads up, Verizon Wireless customers, because a new report has surfaced with details on how your operator has started selling customer data to other businesses. The Wall Street Journal notes that Verizon uses a company called Precision...

22 hrs ago by Alex Wagner 2

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T-Mobile Nokia Lumia 925 Hands-On

Videos Aaron goes hands-on with the T-Mobile Nokia Lumia 925, coming very soon to T-Mobile. Featuring a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 4.5-inch WXGA HD AMOLED display with ClearBlack technology, 8-megapixel camera with 1080p HD recording and...

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Kyocera Hydro Edge Hands-On

Android Aaron gets some hands-on time with the Kyocera Hydro Edge, a new smartphone that's coming soon to Boost Mobile. Featuring a 1 GHz dual-core CPU, 4-inch IPS display, 5-megapixel camera, 1 GB of RAM and Android 4.1 Jelly Bean with some...

yesterday by Aaron Baker 2

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Do you suffer from social networking fatigue?

Lifestyle One of the best uses of our powerful smartphones is to stay connected. Whether that’s to rekindle past relationships, stay up-to-date on what’s happening with family in other States or countries, or to meet new people, using applications...

yesterday by Evan Selleck 1

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Featured user review Samsung Galaxy S 4 (5-21-13)

Featured User Reviews The Samsung Galaxy S 4 has been around for three weeks now and has found a comfortable spot on the Official Smartphone Rankings in second position. "GS4 Review " By FABIAN TOTI on May 15, 2013 I have had the GS4 for...

yesterday by The PhoneDog 1

iOS 7 rumored to include Flickr and Vimeo integration

Ios To date, most iOS 7 rumors have focused on the new, "flatter" look that the operating system will reportedly sport. Things are a little different today, though, as a new report has surfaced with some alleged details on a couple of new...

yesterday by Alex Wagner 3