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Essential to shut down, February update for Essential Phone to be the last

The company, started by Andy Rubin, released just one commercial smartphone.

C. Scott BrownFebruary 12, 20201508 shares

What was the biggest tech fail of 2019? (Poll of the Week)

What do you think deserves the Biggest Tech Fail of 2019 title?

Jimmy WestenbergDecember 23, 2019125 shares

Andy Rubin exits a venture capital firm he founded, possibly related to scandals

There's no evidence that his exit had anything to do with past controversies, but it does seem suspicious.

C. Scott BrownOctober 11, 201973 shares

What the hell is this new phone from Essential’s Andy Rubin? (Update)

Essential has since confirmed that it's indeed behind a rather different take on the mobile phone.

Eric ZemanOctober 9, 2019741 shares

Essential is going to make an announcement, per reclusive Andy Rubin

Andy Rubin has been very quiet since October, but today he gave Essential Phone fans something new to hope for.

C. Scott BrownJune 11, 2019218 shares

May 2019 security patch now rolling out to Pixel and Essential devices

The patch doesn't include functional updates for Pixel phones.

Williams PelegrinMay 6, 201996 shares

5 Android apps you shouldn’t miss this week! – Android Apps Weekly

The 280th Android Apps Weekly is live! This week we talk about a new SEGA game, a new Tony Hawk game, Facebook's new unsend feature, more Nintendo stuff, and more Android apps and games news!

Joe HindyFebruary 9, 2019528 shares

Essential brings Newton email client back with same $50 price tag

Neither CloudMagic or its new owner Essential made any announcement about the comeback.

C. Scott BrownFebruary 5, 2019235 shares

February 2019 Android security patch arrives for Pixel devices and Essential Phone

Check for updates on your Pixel as February's security patch is currently rolling out.

Justin DuinoFebruary 4, 2019642 shares

This week in Android: CES 2019 is here!

This week is all about CES 2019 and what we expect to see. We've got a huge team on the ground bringing you the best tech we can find!

Adam DoudJanuary 6, 201929 shares

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