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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...

Are Android Statues Still Fun Without the Desserts?

Kellen September 3, 2019

Since you are all so mad about Google ditching desserts, at least know that they are still doing statues for new Android releases. That's fun, right? https://twitter.com/davey_burke/status/1168956099984265216

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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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025

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

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’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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