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Best Buy Posts a Pixel 4 “Coming Soon” Page

Kellen September 4, 2019

The slow trickle that is the Google Pixel 4 reveal has led us to a Best Buy page for the phone that says it is "coming soon." Of course, we know that it's coming soon, likely when Google always drops Pixel phones (in October), but it feels more real or close...

What Do You Like Most About Android 10?

Kellen September 4, 2019

Whether you first updated to Android 10 yesterday or have been running all of the Android Q betas, you probably have a good grasp on the new version of Android. You've turned on dark theme, fist-pumped at smart reply in notifications, might have received a...

Droid Life Q&A Sessions: Volume 55 Answers

Tim September 4, 2019

Volume 55 answers for the DL Q&A Sessions have arrived! This week, we got some great questions from our readers, some concerning 5G, what our favorite Android-related memories are, and also if we're a bit cynical to Google's development practices. Thank...

Discord Integration Arrives for Samsung’s Game Launcher App

Tim September 4, 2019

Samsung's Game Launcher app/service is getting its Discord integration this week, the same integration that was showcased at the Galaxy Note 10 launch event. To sum it up quickly, you can now tie your Discord account into Samsung's Game Launcher, granting...

2019 DL Football Eliminator Challenge is Open! Win a Nest Hub Max!

Kellen September 4, 2019

Every year I write up this contest my mind is blown once again because it's a good reminder at how long we've all been hanging out together on the internet. This is the 9th annual NFL DL Football Eliminator. Nine. 9. Some of us have now known each other for...

Pixel Owners, Did You Run Into Problems Installing Android 10?

Tim September 4, 2019

According to multiple Pixel device owners on Google's product forum, installing Android 10 wasn't the most pleasant of experiences. Apparently affecting owners of the original Pixel all the way to the newest Pixel 3a models, devices would get hung up for...

DEAL: AUKEY 5-in-1 Wireless Charging Hub for Just $31, Down From $45

Tim September 3, 2019

AUKEY is hosting the first ever deal on its 5-in-1 wireless charging USB C hub on Amazon, a pretty sweet product should you spend a lot of time in front of a MacBook or Chromebook device with multiple USB C ports. On top of the hub you have a standard wireless...

Pixel 3a Officially Gains Dual SIM Dual Standby Support

Kellen September 3, 2019

The Pixel 3a and Pixel 3a XL just picked up Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) support, likely thanks to Android 10. The option, which I don't believe was available until the phones are updated to Android 10, lets you keep both an eSIM and a physical SIM card active...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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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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