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Verizon Galaxy “Nexus” is now four updates behind

By Cory Gunther
on 12 Feb, 2013

In case you all haven't noticed, over the past 24 hours Google has just issued the latest Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update for a wide array of Nexus devices. In fact every device since the Galaxy Nexus is getting updates as we speak. Well, all but one Galaxy Nexus. We wanted to drop in and remind everyone that we haven't forgot about the Samsung G-Nex over on Verizon Wireless, one that is now a full 4 updates behind.

Android vs iOS by the numbers as 2013 kicks off

By Cory Gunther
on 23 Jan, 2013

The mobile landscape was quite exciting throughout 2012 on both sides of the isle, but especially for Android. With millions and millions of devices shipped and sold from the Galaxy S III, Nexus 4, to the iPhone 5. While we've all seen the numbers - which we'll mention again below - now that 2013 is in full stride lets look forward on how 2013 will come into its own.

Larry Page: Fixing the Nexus supply is a ‘priority to our teams’

By Cory Gunther
on 22 Jan, 2013

As I'm sure many of you are aware, Google's currently in the middle of their Q4 2012 earnings report. Earlier today we mentioned their entire Q4 details resulting in more than $14.4 billion in revenue, but now we're hearing little details from Google's own Larry Page. We'll be listening to the entire call but he briefly mentioned the Nexus supply issue and we thought you'd like to hear.

Motorola X-Phone rumors claim May release, 5-inch screen, all major carriers

By Cory Gunther
on 21 Jan, 2013

Well we knew they were coming sooner or later. After multiple reports confirmed Google and Motorola were working together on the newly acquired manufacturers next handset, we're now seeing a few tips and rumors with some bold and big claims. Multiple sources have come forward claiming to have some details about a May release date, 5-inch edge-to-edge bezel free displays, and Nexus-like in its OS. Read on for a few of the better rumors floating around.

Nexus 7 docks shipping January 10th according to retailer

By Cory Gunther
on 2 Jan, 2013

We've all been longing for some official accessories or docks for our Nexus 7 tablets, and it looks like the wait will just be a few more days. Late last month we reported the official ASUS Nexus 7 dock should be available later in the month but that never happened. Online retailers such as B&H Video are still accepting pre-orders though.

Android Community Weekly Christmas Edition: December 23rd, 2012

By Cory Gunther
on 23 Dec, 2012

Hello and Happy Holidays to all you Android fans. Today we have another Android Community Weekly to wrap up all the fun and exciting news from this past week in the Android world. Being Christmas in a few days this is our holiday edition. We wanted to take this moment to start by saying have a happy holiday's, and our team will be taking off Monday and Tuesday to enjoy the Christmas spirit. Read on for everything that happened this week.

Android team says Happy Holidays in touching video

By Eric Abent
on 21 Dec, 2012

We've been seeing plenty of companies releasing holiday-themed videos lately, including one particularly unsettling commercial from the likes of Samsung. Today it's the Android team's turn to show off a holiday video of their own, and rest assured, there isn't any uncomfortable innuendo between Santa and Mrs. Claus to be found. Instead, the holiday video the Android team put out is rather touching, and may even make you shed a tear if you aren't careful.

T-Mobile stores set to receive more Nexus 4 stock soon

By Cory Gunther
on 14 Dec, 2012

We know Google and LG's Nexus 4 hasn't been the easiest phone to get your hands on, and stock hasn't been very "fulfilling" but it looks like that might be changing soon. We're hearing a few reports that T-Mobile stores nationwide are set to receive more inventory in the coming days. Online sales have sold out in minutes and the phones been elusive to say the least, but you might have better luck at a retail store soon.

Android Community Nightly: 12/12/12

By Cory Gunther
on 12 Dec, 2012

Today is 12/12/12 and while I'm not too concerned about the world ending in 10 days, I do feel I need to share with everyone the Android news from today. So with that, lets just jump right into all the news that was important on this fine Wednesday evening. Again Google and Samsung rocked the news for a better part of the day, so read it all below.

SwiftKey knows about Android 4.2 issue and is working on it

By Dave LeClair
on 3 Dec, 2012

One of the most popular keyboard apps on Android is SwiftKey. However, users with Nexus devices who upgrade to Android 4.2 might find that their installation of SwiftKey gets completely deleted upon upgrading. For some users, the keyboard only gets soft disabled, which is annoying, but not nearly as much as problem as the users who are finding the keyboard to be completely deleted.