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Galaxy Note 2 on Verizon Gets Minor Update, Includes Roaming on TELUS

Kellen May 5, 2014 26

If you see an update appear on your Samsung Galaxy Note 2 from Verizon over the next couple of days, know that it is not Kit Kat (Android 4.4). The update allows the phone to roam to TELUS in Canada, and that's about it. The update brings the phone to build ...

Galaxy S5 Developer Edition on Verizon Now Available for $599

Kellen May 5, 2014 26

We first reported that a Galaxy S5 Developer Edition for Verizon was on its way after a listing for the device went live on Samsung's site back in early April. Unfortunately, we had no information to provide on when the phone would be available, but assumed it...

Google Expands Same-day Shopping Express Delivery Service to Manhattan, West Los Angeles

Kellen May 5, 2014 26

Last March, Google opened up a same-day shopping delivery service in the San Francisco Bay Area, called Google Shopping Express. The service will deliver anything from pretzels to Monopoly to the new Nexus 5 to your door the day you order it through either the...

HTC One (M8) Mini Press Image Appears, No Duo Camera to be Found

Kellen May 5, 2014 26

The yet-to-be-announced HTC One (M8) Mini leaked in a press image over the weekend, thanks to @evleaks, showing a similar all-metal design to its older brother. The image reveals that the smaller-sister-from-another-mister will come in the same colors as the...

Latest Android News on a Sunny Afternoon

Tim May 2, 2014 26

Due to traveling, we were unable to bring you Episode 57 of The Droid Life Show at its usual time on Wednesday night, but we are here this glorious Friday afternoon to make up for it. Today, Kellen and I will discuss all of the latest Android news to hit the...

Android Distribution Updated for May: Kit Kat Up, Jelly Bean Down

Kellen May 2, 2014 26

Google updated the Android distribution numbers to start the month of May, showing a solid jump for Kit Kat (Android 4.4+) from 5.3% in April to 8.5% this month. Thanks to that jump in Kit Kat, we are seeing a small decline in Jelly Bean, from 61.4% to 60.8%. ...

This Week in the Life of DROID: 5/2/2014

Tim May 2, 2014 26

This week has set the tone for May and the summer season to come, with plenty of companies readying the public for their upcoming offerings. We finally have an unveiling date for the G3 from LG (May 27), and even Motorola has a new device coming that they plan...

Friday App Sales: SkySafari 4, n7player, Vignette, and More

Rithvik May 2, 2014 26

The best way to start your weekend off on a good note is to grab some discounted apps and games, so we have got you covered on that front. Great apps like the n7player unlocker, the various versions of SkySafari 4, and Vignette (the ad-free version) have all...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 1

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 5

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 2

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 Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 12

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 18

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 26

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 26

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 26

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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Google Pixelsnap Qi2 Charger Gets First Ever Discount

Kellen December 16, 2025 26

The Pixel 10 series features a handful of upgrades, but one of the most noteworthy is the introduction of Qi2 and magnets...

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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025 26

The Pixel Watch 4 is a winner of a watch because Google brought a couple of fun upgrades for 2025. However, the Pixel Watch 3...

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Best Buy Kicks Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to $699 ($500 Off)

Kellen December 16, 2025 26

The final days of Xmas shopping are upon us and you may be looking for a last minute deal to finish off a shopping list or to...

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Google Sends Out $200 Credit Towards Pixel 10 Pro, Bringing Price to New Low

Tim December 15, 2025 26

Google is sending out $200 in credit towards the purchase of a Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL to eligible members, which can...

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Verizon Offers $25/Mo for 4 Lines, Free Flagship Phones For Those Who Switch

Tim December 15, 2025 26

Those following carrier news in 2025, you may be aware of Verizon's struggles. Last month, the company's new CEO announced 13...

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