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Although Verizon’s been as quiet on the Galaxy Nexus launch as they’ve ever been about a device launch, our sources are still telling us that Verizon is certainly expected to launch the phone tomorrow. We’ve heard that one before, I know. But our source is receiving more supplemental shipments and says a launch is definite. [...]

Verizon’s confirmed what we’ve all been hearing regarding the DROID Xyboard’s release date. As we saw yesterday, they became available for purchase online. Usually when Verizon does an online only release, an in-store launch follows just three days later. In a press release today, they have confirmed that the device will indeed be available for [...]

If you were looking to hit up another retailer on “ Galaxy Nexus Friday” in fear of the device selling out at Verizon locations, it looks like Radio Shack will be joining the ranks of retailers offering the device for sale. Pricing for the Galaxy Nexus wont be any cheaper than an “official” Verizon location [...]

All of the pieces are starting to fall nicely into their places. We’ve been hearing rumors that the Galaxy Nexus will be headed to Verizon on December 8th or 9th and it looks like those rumors could turn out to be true. First up, our own anonymous source who has been reliable and has provided [...]

There may be no indication of when the Samsung Galaxy Nexus will come to the United States, but at least one North American country has had a bit more transparency in the lead-up to the first Android 4.0 smartphone’s release. Canada will see the Galaxy Nexus sometime in early December, but pre-orders will be taken [...]

With anything resembling a solid release date still in question, the road to the eventual launch of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus on Verizon is being paved with accessories, which are now landing in some Verizon stores. Seen here are a couple of case options, including a hard case with kickstand/holster combo and a silicone cover. [...]

According to The Digital Reader, Barnes & Noble will begin shipping out its all new and improved Nook Color 2 to stores on November 7th. Apparently, B&N will be sprucing up their in-store Nook kiosk to something that resembles more of an actual department, complete with LED TV’s and registers for checking out customers on [...]

Though Verizon is remaining mum on an official announcement (despite advertisements, viral marketing, and contests), the Motorola DROID BIONIC has made the long trek to the back rooms of some Verizon stores as the carrier stocks up for the launch of the highly anticipated handset. Also joining the Bionic on its journey are launch kits, [...]

The HTC Wildfire S is headed to T-Mobile August 3rd, and though it’s mid-range specs are unlikely to make a big splash it offers an affordable option priced at $ 79.99. Sure enough, dummy and display units are already arriving ahead of next week’s launch showing off the handset’s 3.2-inch display, 5MP camera, and Android [...]

This is different. TMo News came across this internal memo from T-Mobile informing stores that they will begin receiving SD cards from HTC for use when updating customers’ devices. Apparently, some customers will receive a text message to come into a T-Mobile location where a sales rep will update their device to the latest software [...]