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LG Optimus G Pro Video Review Part 2

Android It's coming soon to AT&T, and Aaron's diving into the nitty gritty of the (international) LG Optimus G Pro. It's coming very soon to AT&T with 4G LTE connectivity and a $199.99 price point. Is it worth choosing over the Galaxy Note II...

2 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 6

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LG Optimus G Pro Video Review Part 1

Android Aaron goes in depth with the LG Optimus G Pro, a contender in the phablet department and a prime competitor against the Samsung Galaxy Note II. Featuring a 1.7 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 600 CPU, 5.5-inch 1080p HD display, 13-megapixel...

2 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 6

Pantech Perception Video Review Part 2

Android The Pantech Perception is a mid-range smartphone from Verizon Wireless. Sporting a 1.5 GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 Pro CPU, Perception offers a 4.8-inch 720p HD display, 8-megapixel camera with 1080p HD recording, 1 GB of RAM, a 2,020...

2 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 3

Pantech Perception Video Review Part 1

Android The Pantech Perception offers a 1.5 GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 Pro CPU, 4.8-inch 720p HD display, 8-megapixel camera with 1080p HD recording, 1 GB of RAM, a 2,020 mAh battery, and Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich with Pantech's...

2 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 1

Oppo Find 5 Video Review Part 2

Android It's not available on a carrier in the US, but the Oppo Find 5 is quite the nice smartphone. Known for their blu-ray players in the States, the Find 5 is their flagship smartphone. Specifications include a 1.5 GHz quad-core Snapdragon S4...

3 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 1

Oppo Find 5 Video Review Part 1

Android It's hard to find in the US, and it's not available on a carrier, but the Oppo Find 5 is quite the nice smartphone. The Find 5's specifications include a 1.5 GHz quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro CPU, 5-inch 1080p HD display, 13-megapixel...

3 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 2

Samsung Galaxy S 4 Software Review

Android While the phone may look similar to the Galaxy S III, the Samsung Galaxy S 4 has some new software tricks under its sleeve. New features like Air View, S Translator, and S Health make this phone the ultimate companion to a busy lifestyle....

4 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 3

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Samsung Galaxy S 4 Video Review Part 2

Android Samsung's Galaxy S 4 is one of the most anticipated Android devices to land in the PhoneDog West offices. As the successor to the Galaxy S III line and the the flag-carrier of sorts for Samsung's Galaxy S brand, the exterior of the phone...

4 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 0

Samsung Galaxy S 4 Video Review Part 1

Android Samsung Galaxy S 4 is one of the most anticipated Android smartphones to land at the PhoneDog West office. Succeeding the Galaxy S III and carrying the torch for Samsung's flagship Galaxy S brand, the exterior of the Galaxy S 4 closely...

4 weeks ago by Aaron Baker 18

HTC First Video Review Part 2

Android After the HTC Status/ChaCha, Facebook is back at it with another hardware collaboration. The popular social network has combined with HTC and AT&T to create the HTC First, the first (no pun intended) smartphone to hit retail shelves with...

Apr 18th by Aaron Baker 3

HTC First Video Review Part 1

Android Facebook is back in the mobile hardware game - in a way. The popular social network has combined with HTC and AT&T on the HTC First , the first (no pun intended) smartphone to launch with the new Facebook Home software out of...

Apr 18th by Aaron Baker 2

ASUS PadFone 2 Video Review Part 2

Android Aaron reviews the ASUS PadFone 2, a smartphone with a unique tablet accessory. Available unlocked and unsubsidized through Negri Electronics for around $800, the ASUS PadFone 2 is one of multiple phone/tablet hybrids from the manufacturer.

Apr 17th by Aaron Baker 1

ASUS PadFone 2 Video Review Part 1

Android Aaron goes in-depth with the ASUS PadFone 2, a unique tablet/smartphone hybrid of sorts. Available unlocked through Negri Electronics for around $800, the PadFone 2 features a smartphone that slides down into a tablet dock and powers the...

Apr 17th by Aaron Baker 3

LG Lucid 2 Video Review Part 2

Android Despite the publicity around the superphones, mid-range phones are still launching, and they're good for those that don't want (or need) all of the bells and whistles found in the high-end alternatives. For the folks that want to...

Apr 17th by Aaron Baker 0

LG Lucid 2 Video Review Part 1

Android For the folks that want to keep things simple, the Verizon LG Lucid 2 could be just the smartphone. They're not coming out at the pace that they used to, but mid-range phones are still launching, and they're good for those that don't want...

Apr 17th by Aaron Baker 3

HTC First Snapshot Review

Android The HTC First is the first Android smartphone to launch with Facebook Home installed, marking Facebook's attempt to get into the smartphone world in a larger way. Facebook Home is also available for the Samsung Galaxy S III, Galaxy S 4,...

Apr 16th by Aaron Baker 2

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Video Review Part 2

Android If you appreciate the software goodies that come with Samsung's high-end smartphones, you'll likely appreciate the Note 8.0. At $399, it's going to compete with the $329 iPad mini and $199 Google (ASUS) Nexus 7. Are the software benefits...

Apr 12th by Aaron Baker 0

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Video Review Part 1

Android It's the full video review of the newest member of the Note family, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 . Available now for $399, it lands in the lineup right between the Samsung Galaxy Note II smartphone and the Samsung Galaxy Note...

Apr 12th by Aaron Baker 0

Sprint HTC One Review

Android We're just over a week away from the US launch of the HTC One , and the Sprint version is in the office! Sprint's HTC One packs the same 1.7 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 600 CPU, 2 GB of RAM, 4.7-inch 1080p HD recording,...

Apr 8th by Aaron Baker 17

HTC One Video Review Part 2

Android If you're in the market for an iPhone-esque Android phone, the HTC One is sure to pique your interests. Coming soon to AT&T, Sprint, and T-Mobile, the HTC One is an incredibly designed smartphone, complete with a lot of metal and glass. ...

Mar 19th by Aaron Baker 9