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Google Allo Says “Goodbye” Today

Kellen March 12, 2019

Google Allo is done, friends. This is it. Today is the last day for you to use Google Allo. Since none of you ever used it, this shouldn't be a painful few hours of final moments. However, if you did use it that one time when it first launched and want to back...

Verizon Galaxy Note 9 Android Pie Update is Ready! (Updated)

Kellen March 11, 2019

After getting off to a hot start to 2019 by updating the Galaxy S9 line to Android Pie and receiving praise from us, Samsung has slipped a bit in its rollout of Galaxy Note 9 Pie updates. AT&T's model grabbed Pie first at the end of January, followed by...

All Mentions of Upcoming Modules for Hydrogen One Stripped From RED’s Website (Updated)

Tim March 11, 2019

It appears that all mentions of modules for the Hydrogen One that were expected to launch this year have been removed from RED's website. What does that mean? Well, it could mean a couple of things, most notably and better for headlines being that RED has...

HTC Delivers Android Pie Update Status, Expects Rollout in Q2

Tim March 11, 2019

Owners of the HTC U11, U11+, and U12+, listen up because this affects you. HTC has posted an update concerning rollout timing of its Android Pie update, stating that it expects the update to begin shipping in Q2 of this year. Naturally, HTC goes on to say that...

Galaxy S10e: Some of Its Cool Sh*t You May Not Know About

Kellen March 11, 2019

I'm really liking the Samsung Galaxy S10e. Outside of an issue this weekend, it's a phone I could see myself using for quite some time. It's a phone I like, not just because of the greatly improved Samsung One UI, it's snappy performance, and the overall size...

Pushbullet Revamps Notification Experience With Direct Replies and Bundles

Tim March 11, 2019

Something weird, but exciting is happening. Pushbullet development, which seemed pretty dead the last year or so, is making big moves in 2019. Earlier this year, Pushbullet introduced a massive redesign, and now this week, the app is announcing bundled...

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite Up for Pre-Registration on Google Play

Tim March 11, 2019

The moment I know many of you have been waiting for... isn't here just yet. I'm referring to the launch of Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, the highly anticipated AR game that will basically be Pokemon GO, but Harry Potter. Instead of an actual launch or a solid...

Galaxy S10+: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim March 11, 2019

We already unboxed the Galaxy S10+, so now it's time to dive in and provide you with the First 10 Things to Do. If you've been around Droid Life for a while, you may already know that after this video comes the Tips & Tricks, then the complete review. How...

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 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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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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