You would think that things would have been slow this week with the New Year’s holiday, but with CES kicking off next week, that wasn’t the case. We had a slew of new announcements from Acer, Samsung, ZTE, and others. We even got a few teasers. Put your seatbelts on folks, because next week is going to be crazy. But first, it’s time to get caught up on everything that happened this past week.
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Guides
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Reviews
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Accessories
Seiko Epson unveils incredibly small label printer for Android devices
Apps – New
Widget for Hangouts developed by XDA senior member, now available in the Play Store
Apps – Updates
Version Two of Carbon for Twitter Gets a Visual Redesign
Netflix testing fees based on number of users on an account
Millions of Snapchat phone numbers and usernames leaked online
Pandora finally receives Alarm Clock feature, lets you wake up to your favorite station
Cameras
Samsung announces Galaxy Camera 2 and NX30, could not wait until CES
Carriers
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro to come to AT&T’s network
AT&T takes shot at T-Mobile with offer of up to $450 to switch carriers
Boost Mobile Confirms Moto G is Coming for $129.99 Price Tag
[Deal] HSN selling Boost Mobile’s Moto G for $79.95 after rebate
Press image of the LG G Flex for AT&T, T-Mobile leaks
T-Mobile CEO John Legere posts 2014 resolutions after checking off a completed list from last year
John Legere fires back at AT&T on Twitter for trying to win back customers
Moto G on Verizon to be available for $99 as soon as they arrive
Chromebooks
Samsung’s Next Chromebook Could Feature Exynos Octa-Core CPU and 2560×1440 Display
Android, Chromebooks lead charge in changing commercial market for computing devices in 2013
Acer unveils its newest touchscreen Chromebook in White Moonstone, costs only $299
Chromecast
Belkin Miracast Video Adapter is a pricier Chromecast alternative
Gaming
Sonic & All Stars Racing Transformed races onto the Play Store for $4.99
Wikipad Announces Gamevice, a Detachable Controller for Android Devices
Android in the car is finally here, Google to take a spin with Audi
Eric Schmidt Predicts What Google Will Have in Store for Us in 2014
Motorola CEO Gives Insight into Google Interaction
Google releases Google+ Auto-Backup for desktops
Google files patents for turning conversations into comic strips
Google to shut down Bump and Flock on January 31
Microsoft, Google sit uncomfortably as Intel awaits Dual OS announcement at CES
Google reportedly acquires Bitspin, makers of Timely alarm clock app
Google Glass
All Access Subscribers Given Invites to Snag Their Very Own Google Glass
Google Glass could hit the market in 2014 with a $600 price tag
Hyundai to add full Google Glass integration to 2015 Genesis
Hardware
Samsung to announce Exynos 6 and Exynos S at CES 2014?
Samsung develops first 8-gigabit LPDDR4 4GB mobile DRAM
Qualcomm’s new Ultra Sound Notepad technology will be demoed at CES next week
Corning is ready to make 3D Gorilla Glass for wearables
Phones Acer
Acer announces the Liquid Z5 Android smartphone
Phones – ARCHOS
Archos to release two 4G LTE smartphones at CES 2014
Phones – HTC
HTC One successor could sport two camera lenses, one for very critical low light situations
New HTC M8 info reveals One+ name, upgraded specs
HTC One, One Max, and One Mini to get Android 4.4.2 by February
HTC EVO 4G LTE to see Android 4.3 update in mid-February
Phones – Huawei
Pictures of Huawei Ascend Mate 2 leak, will feature same display as its predecessor
Huawei hints at new Ascend series device in new teaser video
Phones – Lenovo
Lenovo announces the S930, S650, A859, and Vibe Z smartphones ahead of CES
Phones – LG
LG G Pro 2 planned for March release, could be unveiled at MWC 2014
Press image of the LG G Flex for AT&T, T-Mobile leaks
LG G2 sales may not have missed target after all
Phones – Motorola
Motorola starts the New Year off right, drops no contract price of Moto X to $399 permanently
Moto G on Verizon to be available for $99 as soon as they arrive
Boost Mobile Confirms Moto G is Coming for $129.99 Price Tag
[Deal] HSN selling Boost Mobile’s Moto G for $79.95 after rebate
KitKat update for DROID Maxx/Ultra/Mini is reportedly bricking devices
Phones – Nokia
Fabled Android Carrying Nokia Normandy Shows Off OS Flavor
Phones – Oppo
Images and specs of Oppo Find 7 leak
Phones – Samsung
Samsung Galaxy F could launch alongside the Galaxy S 5
Samsung design patent could hint at look of Galaxy S 5 and Galaxy Note 4
Samsung VP speaks off the record regarding Galaxy S5 release
Samsung unveils Rose Gold Galaxy Note 3 in South Korea
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Lite may have a 720p display, launch with Android 4.3
Samsung Galaxy Grand Lite passes through FCC
Samsung Galaxy Grand Lite to be released as Galaxy Grand Neo
Phones – Sony
Sony 2014 flagship device rumors come to light
Sony looks ahead to 2014 with successor to Xperia Z1, smartwatches
Phones – ZTE
ZTE looks ahead to 2014, plans to unveil the Projector Hotspot, Iconic Phablet and others at CES
Smartwatches
[Deal] Get the Sony SmartWatch 2 from Best Buy for $159.99
Sony looks ahead to 2014 with successor to Xperia Z1, smartwatches
Intel to enter wearable technology industry at CES 2014
Pebble has “Something Special” to unveil at CES
Samsung blog post hints at possible unveiling of Galaxy Gear 2 or Galaxy Band at CES next week
Samsung teases something new on Twitter, could be the Galaxy Gear’s successor
Tablets
Acer refreshes Iconia tablets for 2014
Acer brings Android to the desktop with Acer TA272 HUL all-in-one device
Is Asus Working on an Android Tablet Running Intel’s 64-bit Bay Trail SoC?
E FUN to introduce first quad-core Nextbook Android tablets at CES 2014
DreamWorks and Fuhu partner to bring the DreamTab
Best Buy offering $30 discount and $25 Google Play gift card with Nexus 7 purchase
Could the new Nexus 10 be unveiled at CES?
Polaroid launches Q Series tablet line, will pack quad-core processors and Android 4.4 KitKat
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 specs confirmed
Samsung Galaxy Note Pro to come to AT&T’s network
Samsung awarded patent for foldable tablet
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 10.1 specs leak, packs octa-core Exynos processor
Updates
KitKat update for DROID Maxx/Ultra/Mini is reportedly bricking devices
HTC EVO 4G LTE to see Android 4.3 update in mid-February
Possible issue with alert sounds emerges for some users on Android 4.4.2
HTC One, One Max, and One Mini to get Android 4.4.2 by February
Wearables
LG Lifeband Touch could be unveiled at CES
Miscellaneous
Analyst sees lower fourth quarter earnings for Samsung due to slowing smartphone sales
Samsung outlines new Smart Home service, wants to connect with third-party products
LG files new trademarks, renews others in the process
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