By Brandon Russell |
Google’s I/O event this week was surprisingly absent of new hardware news. But even more glaring was the lack of an Android update. The search giant in 2012 used I/O to unveil its biggest and best version, Jelly Bean, and many thought the company would…
By Todd Haselton |
Google I/O is going to be full of surprises later this month. We’re kind of hoping that the company unveils the highly rumored Motorola X, but it’s more likely we’ll see the next Nexus smartphone first. Rumors surrounding that device are all over the place.…
By Brandon Russell |
When Google takes the stage during its I/O conference next month, we’re expecting great things: Key Lime Pie, unified messaging, a Nexus 7 follow up and more. But what we won’t get, according to SidhTech, citing unnamed sources, is a Nexus 5, or even an…
By Todd Haselton |
The Android smartphone landscape moves at such a rapid pace that we feel we a need to keep you consistently abreast of some of the latest offerings out there. Everyone has their own opinions, especially when it comes to Android: manufacturers that use the platform…
By Brandon Russell |
The Nexus 4 has received a very small makeover, but not enough to make current owners feel early buyer’s remorse. In fact, seeing the two side-by-side without any context, it’s almost impossible to spot the differences unless you know exactly what to look for—that’s how…
By Brandon Russell |
We don’t carry around point-and-shoot cameras anymore because we have smartphones in our pockets. But it’s not good enough for companies to merely attach cameras as afterthought technology; consumers today demand their devices take the highest quality images possible. And we’ve seen huge improvements on…
By Brandon Russell |
T-Mobile has again introduced a really fantastic offer for the Nexus 4 following the carrier’s free on-contract deal a few weeks back. On T-Mobile’s website, the LG-made device, which is still among the best out there, is being sold for just $49.99 after $50 mail-in-rebate—and…
By Brandon Russell |
Here’s a nice little offer before the madness of Mobile World Congress kicks off: T-Mobile is offering the Nexus 4 (16GB version) for free with two-year contract and $50 mail-in-rebate. But the deal only lasts through Sunday, Feb. 24, so you need to act fast…
By Brandon Russell |
If you’re uncertain about which T-Mobile locations in your area carry the Nexus 4, Google has a new locator tool that will aid in your search. By simply typing in your address, the tool will identify every T-Mobile location that offers the handset, though it…
By Todd Haselton |
The day has finally arrived! The official Nexus 4 wireless charging dock, which looks insanely similar to Palm’s old Pre wireless charging puck, is now officially available from the Google Play store. The device will set you back $59.99 and Google promises that it will…
By Todd Haselton |
Google paid for a bit of airtime during the Grammys last night and chose to air a commercial for the Nexus 4 and Google Now. The one minute clip focused on how users can take advantage of Google Now to manage an active lifestyle. A…
By Ron Duwell |
Well, that was a quick burst of excitement. Google had finally made its high demand phone, the LG Nexus 4, available for purchase, and it’s already become unavailable after a few days of frantic purchasing. Both the 8GB model and the 16GB model appeared for…
By Brandon Russell |
Someone out there owns a white Nexus 4. Who is this person? How’d they get it? How can we get one? These questions will hopefully be answered in due time. For now, what you see is allegedly the Nexus 4 in white. It doesn’t look…
By Brandon Russell |
The hard to find and perpetually out-of-stock Nexus 4 is a wonderful handset that people should experience. Only, the problem is that there are rarely units available to purchase. So seldom, in fact, that once the device does come back in stock, they’re immediately snatched…
By Todd Haselton |
We’re going to switch things up a bit around here. You’re our dedicated viewers, so you deserve a choice in what sort of content we provide you. That’s why we’ve decided that it’s time to let you vote on what smartphone head-to-head battles you’d like…
By Todd Haselton |
Own a Nexus 4 and want to take advantage of its wireless charging capabilities? Thankfully you can, using a number of third party Qi-powered wireless charging plats. But you’ll have to wait a bit longer if you want the official Nexus 4 wireless charging orb… and…
By Todd Haselton |
T-Mobile just reached out to us to inform us that Google is now selling the Nexus 7 with T-Mobile 4G service directly from Google Play, with a T-Mobile SIM card. In addition, T-Mobile said that the Nexus 4 is now available in more retail stores…
By Todd Haselton |
I recently wrote an editorial pondering whether or not LG was the correct firm for Google to partner with on the Nexus 4. I wrote it largely because it seemed like LG wasn’t able to keep up with the intense demand for Google’s latest flagship…
By Todd Haselton |
Google and LG arguably already botched the Nexus 4 launch, largely because it’s still really hard to find anywhere with one of the phones in stock. Apparently LG has managed to get its supply under control, however, because a new screen shot from TmoNews suggests that the…
By Brandon Russell |
Jon R. is back to tackle more questions and queries from Buffalo readers, viewers and fans! In this episode of Ask the buffalo, Jon tackled the most burning questions in the world of tech including who will be making the next Nexus device, will the…
By Todd Haselton |
Google has employed several companies to build its Nexus-branded smartphones and tablets. It all started with the original Nexus, which was built by HTC, followed by the Nexus S (Samsung), the Galaxy Nexus (Samsung) and the Nexus 4 by LG. Google also tapped ASUS to…
By Todd Haselton |
Google’s managing director of the United Kingdom and Ireland, Dan Cobley, recently posted an apology letter on his Google+ page that addresses the shortage of LG Nexus 4 units and slow shipments. He mostly blames the issue on LG and said that Google is working…
By Brandon Russell |
The holiday spirit seems to have a firm grip on Nexus 4 fans, as the device (this time the 16GB version) is currently out of stock on Google’s Play store. Well, you can always get an Optimus G? Maybe? Google’s latest Nexus device, manufactured by…
By Brandon Russell |
Google might be sneakily working to eradicate any and all files associated with turning on the Nexus 4’s dormant LTE. Files residing in the company’s developers archive have reportedly been deleted, without explanation, hinting that the hidden LTE access is going to disappear. Because Google…
