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Nest WiFi Likely Just Stopped Through the FCC as a 2-Piece System

Kellen September 30, 2019

A Nest Wifi is rumored to launch alongside the Pixel 4 and Google Nest Mini here in a couple of weeks. Two devices that sure make the case for being that new Nest WiFi system just stopped by the FCC, revealing some important details. The two devices are Google...

A Bunch of Pixel 4 Apps can Now Be Installed by You

Kellen September 28, 2019

A whole bunch of Google's upcoming Pixel 4 apps leaked, thanks to a system dump from one of those early Pixel 4 XL units in the wild. After seeing apps like the updated Wallpapers, Pixel Launcher, and (voice) Recorder app detailed, many are now available to...

Motorola’s Foldable Razr Could Still Show Up This Year

Kellen September 28, 2019

In February, Motorola confirmed that it was indeed working on a foldable phone and that it would not be late to the foldables party. A follow-up rumor suggested that that foldable, which we all assume will revive the old Moto Razr brand, could arrive as early...

Galaxy Fold Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen September 27, 2019

Galaxy Fold day is finally here after all this time and we were able to secure a couple of devices. We can now get busy with the future that is foldable phones. We are pretty damn excited too, even if we already know this $2,000 phone is likely so niche and...

Verizon Galaxy S8, S8+, Note 8, and S10+ 5G Receive September Security Patch

Tim September 27, 2019

Verizon is shipping out September's security patch to four additional Samsung devices this week, only days after sending out the same thing to other Galaxy devices. Good job, Samsung. Specifically, the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, Galaxy Note 8, and Galaxy S10+ 5G...

Podcast: We Have the Galaxy Fold!

Kellen September 27, 2019

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, it's going to be heavy Samsung Galaxy Fold talk. The first foldable from Samsung is now here and we each have one in-house, on desk to get familiar with. We have foldable phones, guys! The future...or something. Also, on...

Here’s a Look at the Pixel 4’s Theming App, Wallpapers, New Recorder App

Tim September 27, 2019

Thanks to 9to5 Google and Nextrift, we're getting a good look at a few new aspects of the Pixel 4. The following are somewhat minor things/changes and new features that wouldn't usually get a lot of spotlight during a phone's launch, but because this phone is...

YouTube Music, Google’s Lackluster Play Music Replacement, is Android 10’s Music App

Kellen September 27, 2019

Google announced this morning that YouTube Music will now come preinstalled as a part of Google's suite of apps on phones running Android 10. Any new phone you buy with Android 10 on it will have YouTube Music there for you to ignore as you've done since it...

January 2026 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen January 12, 2026

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025

The iPhone 17 won't arrive for months, likely after Google releases its Pixel 10 series. For the most part, all talk around...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023

Some of you have been lucky enough to receive your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders a day early, thanks to Google's wildly...

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Pixel Watch 2 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023

The Pixel Watch 2 has been on my wrist for a full week and my list of notes has only grown. I've tested sleep tracking, put...

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Video: Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5 Unboxing!

Tim July 27, 2023

Samsung was gracious enough to send us its latest foldables devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. Naturally,...

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Google Pixel 7a Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen May 10, 2023

Because the Google Pixel 7a is available today for you to run out and buy at $499, you may not want to wait around for our...

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VIDEO: Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing!

Tim February 3, 2023

Unboxing time, baby! We have the Galaxy S23 Ultra in-house, a bit before they're set to make their way to buyers later this...

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Pixel 7 Pro: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim October 13, 2022

Fancy new Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro just show up at your doorstep? Perfect, then this video is for you. As is tradition, we've...

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Pixel Watch: First 10 Things To Do!

Kellen October 13, 2022

The day that most of you will receive your Google Pixel Watch from pre-orders is here. It's time for you to slap Google's...

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