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This week in Android: Watch the Super Bowl for free, History of Galaxy S phones

August 09, 2025

This week we explored thehistory of Samsung’s Galaxy S phones, from the S to the S20, do you know which one is the best selling Android phone of all time?

As we explored a list of braveOS developers that tried and failed to overtake Android, we pondered if HUAWEI should give it a try. Operating systems like Blackberry 10, and Windows 10 Mobile gave it a good go, but they chose to take on Android,HUAWEI is all but forced to competein order to stay alive in the Western markets right now.

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This weekend is Super Bowl LIV. You’re probably reading this trying to figure out where to watch it right now. Good news, we’ve got you covered with a list of places towatch the Super Bowl for free, legally, and in 4K.

Here are the top 10 Android stories of the week

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This week on the podcast we had to announce the end of Season 2. It’s sudden, we’re sorry, but the show needs a break. Listen to the season finale to hear about Graphene batteries, Motorola curbing expectations on the Razr, LG being the premiere device for audiophiles, and more. Also, thanks for tuning in, we hope to be back in action with Season 3 before too long.

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Deal of the week:

Our pick for deal of the week is theSamsung Galaxy Note 9 512GB edition for just $636. That’s basically half price what you would have paid at first release. This is in new condition, sold direct from Amazon, a good deal for sure.

Google Pixel 3a – A reliable phone for our favorite readers

This week, we’re giving away a brand newGoogle Pixel 3asmartphone.Enterthis week’s Sunday giveawayfor your chance to win!

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