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DEAL: Amazon’s Deal of the Day is Certified Refurbished Nexus 5X for $140, Nexus 6P for $219

Kellen March 9, 2018 36

I know that both the Nexus 6P and Nexus 5X just got cut off from major Android OS updates with Android P, but they still might be a good buy for someone who wants a Google phone that will continue to be kept up-to-date on security patches for the next several...

Motorola Lays Off More Employees, Moto X5 May Have Been Cut Too

Kellen March 9, 2018 32

We've got levels of bad news today out of Motorola, as the company has confirmed that they are laying off a number of employees from their Chicago office. The confirmation comes after reports surfaced suggesting that 50% of remaining staff may have been let go...

REMINDER: This is the Last Weekend to Get YouTube TV at $35/Month

Tim March 9, 2018 36

Last month, we learned YouTube TV was getting a price increase for new subscribers, going from $35/month to $40/month, set to take place on March 13 (this upcoming Tuesday). Well, consider this is your friendly reminder that you only have a few days left to...

Podcast: Android P x Galaxy S9

Kellen March 9, 2018 2

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're running through the week's biggest news - the first developer preview of Android P. It's hard to believe that we're already talking about another new version of Android, but that's where we are and it is glorious. ...

Appears the Galaxy Note 9 Won’t Have the Under-Display Fingerprint Reader Either

Tim March 9, 2018 37

The issue with reporting news so far in advance of official announcements, otherwise known as rumors, is that things tend to change. They're always changing and as I always say, nothing is confirmed. As is the case with the latest insights from KGI's analyst...

Verizon LG V30 is Getting Its Oreo Update Right Now! (Updated)

Kellen March 9, 2018 73

We just got word from multiple readers that the LG V30 on Verizon is receiving its update to Android 8.0 "Oreo" right now! Verizon has not yet posted any of the details for the update, but as you can see in the screenshot below, it is Android 8.0 and not 8.1....

Deal: Super Mario Run’s Full Game In-App Purchase Down 50% to $4.99

Tim March 9, 2018 9

The in-app purchase (IAP) inside of Super Mario Run that unlocks the full game is typically priced at $9.99. Today, though, the price is set to $4.99, making it 50% off. If you've been waiting for this day to come, now would be a good time to pick this title...

DEAL: eBay Drops 20% Off Everything for Next 12 Hours

Kellen March 9, 2018 24

Every so often, eBay runs a sitewide discount that drops the price on just about everything. The thing is, you have to be quick as they are almost always limited in time. And today, they've got a 20% off code that only lasts for 12 hours (8AM PT - 8PM PT). If...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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 36

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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