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Video: 20+ Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL Tips and Tricks!

Tim October 23, 2017 10

Our written review is posted for the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL, with our video review close to being done. In the meantime, maybe you've just received your shiny new Pixel device or are expecting it to come in soon, so to help you get acquainted, we wanted to...

Google Posts First Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL Factory Images (Updated)

Kellen October 23, 2017 10

Google just posted up the first factory image and OTA files for the new Pixel 2 ("walleye") and Pixel 2 XL ("taimen"). The images contain the October 2017 security patch and drop in under a couple of different build numbers. UPDATE: As you'll see below, if you...

Sony’s Xperia XZ Premium is Getting Oreo Update Starting Today

Kellen October 23, 2017 10

Wow, so, Sony said this morning that it has started the Android Oreo update rollout for the Xperia XZ Premium. That's huge news for those in the Sony ecosystem. That basically makes them the first to grab Oreo in an official capacity that isn't just an early...

Pay With Google Now an Option For Mobile Users on Chrome and in Select Apps

Tim October 23, 2017 10

Not too long ago, paying for anything on a mobile device could be a real hassle. You'd have to fill out the payment info on a tiny screen, hope the app doesn't crash, and the experience was hardly ever painless. Today, that changes, with Google launching Pay...

Ready for Verizon Gigabit LTE? Moto Z2 Force Now Is

Kellen October 23, 2017 10

When Verizon launches Gigabit LTE service later this year, the Moto Z2 Force will be one of the first phones able to take advantage of it. Thanks to an update that arrived on Friday, Motorola's newest flagship will be able to hit "peak speeds far exceeding...

Google is Investigating Pixel 2 XL Screen Burn-In After Reports

Kellen October 23, 2017 10

Over the weekend, reports began to surface suggesting that the Pixel 2 XL may be showing signs of screen burn-in on some of the early review units that have been in the hands of media for the better part of the past two weeks. Initially, I didn't think that...

Essential Phone Drops to $499 for Good, Early Adopters Get $200 Credit Too

Kellen October 23, 2017 10

Andy Rubin's Essential Phone is now a $499 phone. And no, this isn't just a temporary discount, Essential is slashing $200 off the price of the phone, likely in a move to move some units and get their product in more hands. The company announced the price drop...

Weekly Recap: Sup, Pixel 2 Review?

Kellen October 20, 2017 10

To wrap up another week at Droid Life, we dropped our Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL on you before diving into another DL Show that spent 45 minutes on the subject. I'd call this a solid Friday for those interested in Google's newest phones. If you've seen enough...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 3

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 2

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 6

Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we're still going to dive into it...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 3

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Google shipped Android 16 QPR2 to stable channels this month as the December Pixel update,...

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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 12

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 4

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 2

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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Galaxy Watch Ultra at $399 Still Available ($250 Off)

Tim December 26, 2025 10

For those with an aging Galaxy timepiece on the wrist, now is a good time to consider an upgrade. Samsung is offering very...

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Samsung Takes $1000 Off Galaxy Z Fold 7, Provides Free Storage Upgrade

Tim December 24, 2025 10

The holidays are a great time spoil others, but maybe it's time you were just a tad bit selfish and thought about your own...

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There’s a Way to Get $700 Off a Pixel 10 Pro XL

Kellen December 22, 2025 10

While we typically recommend buying phones unlocked and without a contract that ties you to a carrier, there are some...

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This Pixel Watch 4 at $150 Off is Almost Gone

Kellen December 22, 2025 10

When the Pixel Watch 4 first released, it sure looked like a device that might not have been a major upgrade over the Pixel...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 10

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 10

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025 10

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025 10

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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