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OnePlus Confirms OnePlus 3, 3T Will See Android P Update

Tim July 30, 2018

Only back in June of this year, we learned that OnePlus would provide regular software OTA updates to OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T through November, though, it wasn't exactly known if that meant total Android P support, considering the timing. This morning, the...

Google’s “Pixel Stand” Could be a Wireless Charging Stand for Pixel 3

Kellen July 30, 2018

It's safe to say that we all sort of expect Google to re-introduce wireless charging to its phones when the Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL (newest pictures) arrive later this year. After deciding against the feature in late Nexus models by going with metal phone...

And Here is the Pixel 3 XL in White

Kellen July 30, 2018

Over the weekend, another brave soul took to the internet, looking for Pixel 3 XL-related glory and found just that. We now have our first look at the Google Pixel 3 XL in white, as well as a shot of some of the specs. Now, this device is clearly another...

DEAL: Lenovo Smart Display Arrives Best Buy With Free $20 Gift Card

Kellen July 27, 2018

The Lenovo Smart Display (our review) just went up for purchase today and there are already deals to be had. Costco was serving up the 10-inch model earlier with a $50 discount, but it quickly sold out and was for members only. If you aren't a Costco member,...

You Can Now Link Your Chase Pay Account to Samsung Pay

Tim July 27, 2018

Starting today, Chase bank customers with a supported Samsung device can link their Chase Pay account to Samsung Pay, allowing them make purchases with their Chase account virtually anywhere. Importantly, Samsung details that those with eligible Chase cards...

Verizon Introduces Safe WiFi, a VPN App to Protect Your Public WiFi Usage

Kellen July 27, 2018

Verizon is getting into the VPN game this week with the introduction of Safe WiFi, its own VPN service that aims to protect your WiFi usage when on public networks. What does it do? It has two main features: WiFi security and ad tracker blocking. When...

Podcast: Smart Displays, Pretty Smart

Kellen July 27, 2018

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're diving into Google Assistant-powered smart displays, since Lenovo's is now available and we have had a chance to review it. These things are pretty cool. We'll also talk final Android P preview, the latest on...

Verizon LG G7 Picks Up First Update With Google AR Stickers, Manual AI Cam Action (Updated)

Kellen July 27, 2018

The LG G7 on Verizon is scheduled to receive its first update today since launch. The update, while still labeled as only being the February security patch (that can't be true, right?), does include some new features to be aware of. UPDATE: Verizon updated the...

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025

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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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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Pixel Watch 4 Updates Bring New Gestures, Smarter Smart Replies

Kellen December 9, 2025

The Pixel Watch 4 is seeing its own little Feature Drop this morning with a handful of new features. Google is adding a...

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Google Sends First Big Update to Android XR and Galaxy XR With PC Connect, More

Kellen December 8, 2025

Google finished hosting the latest in "The Android Show" today and the topic at hand was Android XR. We knew this show was...

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Samsung Launches One UI 8.5 Beta on Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 8, 2025

The signs suggesting that Samsung was about to release One UI 8.5 in some form were there, like this massive changelog and a...

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Samsung Pulls Out Galaxy S25 Ultra Deal I’ve Never Seen Before

Kellen December 7, 2025

Even with last weekend well behind us, there are still Cyber Week deals to be had through places like Samsung. They appear to...

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Google Added 9 Sweet New Features to Your Pixel in Big Update

Kellen December 2, 2025

Following the release of several beta builds over a number of months, Google released Android 16 QPR2 today in stable as 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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