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Android 4.0.4 Up for Download for Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus

Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus handsets have had the chance to get a taste of the Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich platform version at the beginning of this month, and they can do the same now. For unknown reasons, Verizon and Google decided at the time that they should remove the update from their servers, yet it se...

24 May 2012
01:49 GMT

Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus to Taste Android 4.0.4 Today

Mobile phone carrier Verizon Wireless is reportedly gearing up to release a new software update for the owners of a Galaxy Nexus smartphone on its network. Today, the operator might start to push out the Android 4.0.4 platform version to its users, the latest rumors on the matter suggest. The carrier hasn’t...

22 May 2012
02:26 GMT

TELUS Discontinues Galaxy Nexus, Magenta Lumia 800 Next

Canadian mobile phone carrier TELUS has discontinued the latest Google phone out there, none other than the Galaxy Nexus. No official announcement on the matter was made, but a leaked document that emerged over at MobileSyrup shows that the operator already made the move. Coming from Samsung, the Galaxy Nexus was...

21 May 2012
07:01 GMT

Samsung Confirms Galaxy Nexus Won’t Come in India

It appears that Samsung has no plans to release the Galaxy Nexus smartphone in India. Instead, the South Korean company will launch one or more devices that will be announced tomorrow during the “Unpacked 2012” event. Samsung India has confirmed via Twitter that the Galaxy Nexus will not be launched in t...

2 May 2012
18:01 GMT

Galaxy Nexus Black S Concept Phone Emerges

Samsung is gearing up for the release of Galaxy S III, its next flagship Android phone, which should stand above handsets such as Galaxy S II or the Galaxy Nexus, both launched last year. Galaxy S III should pack the latest in the wireless industry, thus being capable of securing a top position on the market right ...

2 May 2012
15:31 GMT

Sprint’s Galaxy Nexus Tastes Software Update FD02

Wireless carrier Sprint has announced the availability of a new software update for the Galaxy Nexus handsets on its network. Available as firmware version FD02, the new update brings along a series of enhancements to the device, but does not deliver a new version of the Android platform. Following the installati...

2 May 2012
07:41 GMT

Sprint Readying Software Fix for Galaxy Nexus Data Connectivity Issue

It looks like customers who purchased Sprint's Galaxy Nexus made a bad investment. Apparently, some users who bought the phone are affected by an annoying issue that does not allows them to connect to Sprint's 3G network.Since the issue has been discovered affected users have been given replacements at loca...

28 April 2012
11:00 GMT

Pre-Orders of Sprint’s Galaxy Nexus Sold Out

Galaxy Nexus, the latest Google phone out there, has been sold out during the pre-order period at Sprint in the United States. The smartphone is set to become available for purchase at the wireless carrier on April 22nd, with support for LTE connectivity. At the moment, users who rush to Sprint’s website to...

20 April 2012
02:20 GMT

Sprint Confirms Samsung Galaxy Nexus for April 22

Sprint has just confirmed it will carry the Galaxy Nexus beginning April 22. The operator has just started to take pre-orders for the Galaxy Nexus. Customers can pre-purchase the smartphone starting today for $199.99 USD with a new two-year agreement. The same price is available for customers eligible for upgrade. I...

16 April 2012
18:01 GMT

Sprint Publishes Overview Video of Galaxy Nexus

Sprint is nearing the release of Galaxy Nexus, there’s no doubt about it. The handset was already listed on the carrier’s website, and also made it to the headlines as set for an April 22nd launch on the operator’s LTE network. Moreover, Sprint published a video overview of Galaxy Nexus, which s...

13 April 2012
08:18 GMT

Galaxy Nexus Rumored Again for April 22nd at Sprint

Mobile phone carrier Sprint is getting ready to add the LTE flavor of Galaxy Nexus to its offering in the coming weeks. The company announced plans to make this move several months ago, but hasn’t provided specific info on when the device will become available for purchase. Today, however, a new rumor on th...

12 April 2012
11:17 GMT

Galaxy Nexus to Land on AT&T’s LTE Network

Mobile phone carrier AT&T is gearing up for the release of its own flavor of Galaxy Nexus, the latest reports on the matter suggest. The smartphone is currently available in the United States with support for Verizon Wireless’ LTE network, and should become available at Sprint soon, also with 4G capabilities....

9 April 2012
05:18 GMT

Android 4.0.4 Update for GSM Galaxy Nexus Causes Signal Issues, Do Not Flash

Google released Android 4.0.4 update for the GSM Galaxy Nexus about a week ago. While some owners received the Ice Cream Sandwich update for the first time, most of GSM Galaxy Nexus units that got the update had already upgraded to Android 4.0.3 a few months ago. Unfortunately, the update is broken in a way that mak...

6 April 2012
04:51 GMT

Android 4.0.4 for Galaxy Nexus Now Rolling Out in Canada

It appears that the long-rumored Android 4.0.4 update for the Galaxy Nexus has finally reached Canadian shores. As Google confirmed, this is only available for certain Galaxy Nexus models. Unfortunately, the search giant has yet to issue any specific info regarding the devices eligible for this update. The folks at...

3 April 2012
18:01 GMT

Training Docs for Sprint Galaxy Nexus Leak

Wireless carrier Sprint is gearing up for the release of Samsung Galaxy Nexus, although the company did not unveil an official release date for it as of now. However, some of the latest reports on the matter suggest that the wireless carrier might add the new Android smartphone to its offering as soon as April 22nd...

3 April 2012
06:51 GMT

Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus with a Free Extended Battery at Samsung

Galaxy Nexus is certainly a great device, especially when paired with Verizon’s fast LTE network, although its battery life might not be as long as users would like it to be.To rectify this, Samsung released an extended battery package for its first Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich-based mobile phone, and is curr...

2 April 2012
10:11 GMT

Sprint to Launch Galaxy Nexus on April 22nd

Mobile phone carrier Sprint is expected to add the Galaxy Nexus smartphone to its offering on April 22nd. Previously, the carrier confirmed plans to make this device its first LTE-capable smartphone, but it did not offer specific info on when it would arrive on shelves. Recent reports, however, claim that it will...

2 April 2012
06:21 GMT

Galaxy Nexus Down to $19.99 on 3yr at Best Buy Canada

Bell and Rogers customers can now enjoy a lower price tag for the latest Google phone out there, the Galaxy Nexus, when purchasing the device from Best Buy Canada. Currently, the mobile phone is available via the leading retailer for only $19.99 (around 15 Euros) when signing a 3-year contract agreement. Apparent...

30 March 2012
11:41 GMT

Android 4.0.4 Factory Images Released for GSM Nexus S and Galaxy Nexus

Following the release of Android 4.0.4 AOSP code for the GSM flavor of Nexus S and Galaxy Nexus only a few days ago, Google has also made available for download the full OS images for these devices. Through these, compatible devices can be restored back to stock, if anything went wrong while you were installing so...

30 March 2012
02:55 GMT

Videotron Offers a Free GALAXY Nexus upon Each GALAXY Tab 10.1 Purchase

Regional operator Videotron has just kicked off an interesting deal for Android fans. The Canadian carrier has recently launched the Samsung Galaxy Nexus and the Galaxy Tab 10.1 4G, and is now trying to raise the hype around these devices. Starting today, customers who are into these Android devices can purchase the...

27 March 2012
16:01 GMT

Official MIUI ROM for Samsung GALAXY Nexus Now Available for Download

The first MIUI ROM for Samsung Galaxy Nexus has just been released online and is now available for download. Although it’s still in beta, this ROM is less laggy than last week’s version. However, don’t expect it to be as smooth as ICS builds officially released by Google. One of the most popular c...

27 March 2012
05:29 GMT

Microsoft to Set Things Right for "Smoked by Windows Phone" Winner

Ben Rudolph, Microsoft’s employee behind the latest marketing campaign for Windows Phone, plans on having a better look at a recent event that involved the Santa Clara Microsoft Store and the owner of a Galaxy Nexus smartphone. “Smoked by Windows Phone” is one of the greatest marketing campaigns ...

26 March 2012
09:49 GMT

Unlocked GALAXY Nexus Now Only $460 USD (345 EUR) at DailySteals

For a limited time, the unlocked Samsung Galaxy Nexus is available for purchase for only $460 (345 EUR) outright. This is the GSM compatible model, which comes with 16GB internal memory inside. The offer is now available via DailySteals and will end in about 9 hours. Customers can choose the white or silver color ve...

21 March 2012
15:01 GMT

Android 4.0.5 for Galaxy Nexus Under Development at Verizon (Report)

Rumors on a maintenance update for Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus have come and gone, but the carrier has yet to confirm it. A certain Android 4.0.4 update that was supposed to fix lots of the phone’s problems was reportedly in the works back in January, but nothing has been heard since then. Today, new detail...

21 March 2012
11:31 GMT

Sprint to Launch Galaxy Nexus on April 15th

Mobile phone carrier Sprint is expected to add to its lineup the latest Google phone out there, none other than the Galaxy Nexus smartphone that arrived on shelves with the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system on board. Apparently, those users who have been expecting the new device to arrive at this wir...

19 March 2012
13:31 GMT

Best Buy Canada Offers Samsung Galaxy Nexus for Free on Contract

Three months after Samsung Galaxy Nexus hit shelves in Canada via TELUS, the smartphone’s price is dropped to $0.The folks over at MobileSyrup report that major retailer Best Buy has just slashed all prices on Galaxy Nexus. So far, Rogers, Bell and Fido Galaxy Nexus models are available for free with a new thre...

16 March 2012
15:31 GMT

Sprint’s Galaxy Nexus Spotted at the FCC

Galaxy Nexus, the latest Google phone out there, is nearing its availability on the airwaves of wireless carrier Sprint. The Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich-based phone has just received the necessary approvals from the FCC, which suggests that its release date might indeed be close. Featuring model number SPH-L70...

16 March 2012
08:41 GMT

Amazon “DROID Madness Sale" Offers Big Discounts on Verizon’s 4G Lineup and More

Amazon Wireless is back with a new amazing promotional offer on some of the most popular Android smartphones available through Verizon Wireless.Dubbed “DROID Madness,” the sale runs through March 26, or while supplies last. Aside from all Motorola DROID smartphones, the offer includes Verizon’s enti...

13 March 2012
15:01 GMT

Intel Medfield-Based Handset Beats Galaxy Nexus in Benchmark Test

Intel’s Medfield application processor can deliver great performance capabilities inside smartphones, at least this is what recently performed benchmarking tests show. The Medfield-powered Orange Smartphone was recently subjected to two such tests, Rightware, which spun off from Futuremark only recently, and ...

9 March 2012
17:21 GMT

16GB Galaxy Nexus Coming to Verizon on April 5, DROID Incredible 3 4G Arriving on April 26

We already know that Verizon Wireless plans to launch a 16GB Samsung Galaxy Nexus, though the carrier has yet to confirm it. However, just like the Motorola DROID 4, it appears that Verizon is still postponing the official announcement. The reasons behind the carrier’s decision are unknown for the moment, but ...

6 March 2012
13:01 GMT

TELUS Galaxy Nexus Reportedly Getting Android 4.0.2 Update

It looks like TELUS is now pushing another update for its Samsung Galaxy Nexus smartphone. Android 4.0.2 is now available for download for customers who purchased the Ice Cream Sandwich device. The guys over at MobileSyrup report that lots of TELUS Galaxy Nexus owners have started to receive the update OTA (over the...

2 March 2012
16:01 GMT

Rogers Galaxy Nexus Receives Android 4.0.2 Update Now

It looks like all Canadian carriers that offer the Samsung Galaxy Nexus are now pushing an Android 4.0.2 software update. WIND Mobile, Mobilicity and TELUS have been reportedly deploying this update within the last few days.According to MobileSyrup, the update is now pushed to Rogers Galaxy Nexus owners as well. The ...

2 March 2012
12:39 GMT

Accessories for Galaxy Nexus Arrive in the US

When launching the latest Nexus device out there, Google and Samsung promised a long range of accessories for it. However, they did not deliver, not until now. Today, though, we learn that accessories for this Google phone have started to arrive in the United States.To be more precise, we’re talking about the ...

25 February 2012
07:31 GMT

CyanogenMod 9 Nightly Builds on Galaxy Nexus, Nexus S and XOOM

The Android 4.0-powered CyanogenMod 9 is advancing nicely, and the team behind it has just shared some more info on what users can download and install on their devices. For example, they can now download CM9 nightly builds on handsets such as Galaxy Nexus (GSM and CMDA) and Nexus S (GSM and CDMA), as well as on the ...

24 February 2012
03:28 GMT

32GB Flavor of Galaxy Nexus Reportedly Cancelled

Google and Samsung might have scrapped plans to bring to the market a 32GB flavor of the latest Google phone out there, the Galaxy Nexus. Nothing has been officially confirmed on the matter for the time being, but Expansys-USA did mention this in a recent comment. “We’ve just been notified this mornin...

15 February 2012
03:01 GMT

16GB White Galaxy Nexus Possibly En-Route to Verizon Wireless

Rumor has it that the Samsung Galaxy Nexus will soon hit shelves at Verizon Wireless. The carrier already offers the black variant, which is priced at $299.99 with a new two-year agreement. However, for some reason Verizon will launch a 16GB model rather than the “standard” 32GB version which is now avai...

15 February 2012
01:38 GMT

Apple Seeks to Block Galaxy Nexus in the US

Apple has filed another ITC complaint against South Korean mobile phone Samsung, this time in the United States, in an attempt to ban sales of a series of mobile phones in the country. Among them we can count the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, a handset that was launched in the United States in November last year, and whic...

13 February 2012
09:11 GMT

New Samsung Galaxy S III Concept Emerges

During the first half of the ongoing year, Samsung is expected to bring to the market the successor of its highly popular Galaxy S II smartphone. The company has yet to confirm an official release date for it, along with specs and the like, but that does not stop enthusiasts from imagining what the mobile phone wil...

13 February 2012
01:47 GMT

Android 4.0.2 Arrives on Bell’s Galaxy Nexus

Another Galaxy Nexus model has just started to get a taste of the latest Android 4.0 flavors out there, on the airwaves of Bell in Canada. Owners of a Galaxy Nexus smartphone at the wireless carrier can now get a taste of this software update and of the benefits it brings along, reports emerged. The update is being d...

11 February 2012
09:11 GMT

16GB Galaxy Nexus in White Up for Pre-Order for $660 (500 EUR)

The white-themed Galaxy Nexus was officially unveiled several weeks ago, but the phone has yet to hit shelves. According to Samsung, customers should be able to grab the white version of the Galaxy Nexus starting February 13. However, major retailer Negri has just listed the 16GB Galaxy Nexus in white and is now tak...

9 February 2012
17:11 GMT

Rogers and Fido Galaxy Nexus On Sale at Best Buy for Only $50 on a 3-Year Term

Samsung Galaxy Nexus is available for purchase in Canada for quite some time now, which is one of the main reasons why the smartphone has already seen a few price cuts. Today, the guys over at MobileSyrup have learned that Rogers and Fido Galaxy Nexus smartphones will be discounted even more starting this Friday. A...

8 February 2012
15:01 GMT

Galaxy Nexus Arrives at Videotron, $149.95 on Contract

Galaxy Nexus is the latest Android-based smartphone that has arrived on shelves at Videotron. Today, the smartphone is available for purchase for the wireless carrier’s users both on contract and at full retail. The first smartphone in the world to run under Google’s Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich oper...

8 February 2012
15:01 GMT

Android 4.0.5 on SFR’s Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S Next Month

Next month should bring along a nice range of software updates for Android mobile phone users on the airwaves of SFR. Among these updates, we can count the Android 4.0.5 Ice Cream Sandwich OS flavor aimed at the Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S smartphones. Both of these devices have been listed on the update table that ...

6 February 2012
10:41 GMT

Samsung Officially Confirms White Galaxy Nexus for February 13

Rumors on the upcoming white-themed Galaxy Nexus have come and gone, but no official word has emerged until today. The Korean handset manufacturer officially confirmed the launch of the white Galaxy Nexus in the UK.   Both 16GB and 32GB versions of the smartphone will be available for purchase starting February ...

6 February 2012
07:02 GMT

Google Updates Documentation on CDMA Galaxy Nexus Support

The CDMA flavor of Galaxy Nexus has some issues related to the manner in which telephony was implemented, and Google has made some changes to the support it offers to these devices. Apparently, it all has to do with the implementation of core telephony functionality into .apk files in recent CDMA Android devices. ...

4 February 2012
04:13 GMT

Google Wallet Arrives on AT&T Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S

Google Wallet, the NFC application that was so far available only on CDMA devices on Sprint’s network, is now available for Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S handsets on AT&T’s network, as long as they pack NFC capabilities. Basically, the GSM flavors of the two devices will be able to install the application, a...

3 February 2012
01:52 GMT

Galaxy Nexus Officially Confirmed for February 3 at WIND Mobile

It looks like WIND Mobile will be releasing the Galaxy Nexus earlier than expected. Although the latest hearsay pointed to a possible February 6 release, the carrier is preparing to launch the Android 4.0 smartphone three days earlier. The folks at MobileSyrup have just learned that WIND Mobile plans to launch t...

1 February 2012
18:31 GMT

Galaxy Nexus Arriving at WIND Mobile “in Time for Valentine’s Day”

Samsung Galaxy Nexus is already available in Canada from leading carriers, such as Rogers, TELUS and Bell. However, smaller operators, including Mobilicity, Videotron and WIND Mobile have yet to add the Android 4.0 smartphone to their portfolios.   The folks over at MobileSyrup have spotted the Galaxy Nexus on W...

31 January 2012
17:11 GMT

New Hardware Version of Galaxy Nexus Under Development

In November last year, South Korean mobile phone maker Samsung brought to the market the first smartphone in the world to run under Google’s Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system, the Galaxy Nexus. The handset was made available with a TI OMAP 4460 dual-core application processor inside, with each ...

31 January 2012
02:10 GMT

ClockworkMod Touch Recovery for Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S

Owners of a new Galaxy Nexus or those of a Nexus S smartphone can now take advantage of a new modding software released for their devices, namely ClockworkMod Touch Recovery. Available only in beta at the moment, the ClockworkMod Recovery was made available for download only yesterday, when the team behind it made ...

30 January 2012
09:21 GMT


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