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Galaxy Note 8, Essential Phone Reviews

Kellen September 15, 2017 5

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're kicking things off with Google's confirmation of the Pixel 2 event on October 4 and the latest in rumors surrounding the new Pixel phones. After that, it's on to our Galaxy Note 8 and Essential Phone reviews, which...

Galaxy Note 8 Review

Tim September 15, 2017 94

Before I dive into all things Galaxy Note 8 review, let's get this out of the way. Last year, with the Galaxy Note 7 recall, things were bad. To this date, I don't think we've seen something quite like it in smartphones, and to happen to such a big player in...

Verizon Galaxy Note 8 Receives Day One Update, Patches Blueborne and Improves GPS (Updated)

Tim September 15, 2017 29

A day one update is rolling out to the Galaxy Note 8 on Verizon, labeled as build NMF26X.N950USQU1AQI5. According to the changelog, this update patches the Blueborne vulnerability (more info), but also improves GPS stability and the preloaded Swype keyboard....

It’s Galaxy Note 8 Day! Who has the Best Deal?

Kellen September 15, 2017 30

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is now in stores! Even though many of you have had the phone in hands for some time now, thanks to pre-orders, if you were holding out for some reason, today is the day you can walk into a store and buy one. It'll cost you close to $1...

Deal: Buy a Samsung Fast Wireless Charging Convertible for $72, Down From $90

Tim September 14, 2017 23

Currently on Best Buy, compatible Samsung device owners can grab a Fast Wireless Charging Convertible for $72, down from its usual price of $89.99. While that does sound steep for a wireless charger, the convertible is Samsung's high-end charger, capable of...

Jaybird Introduces Wireless RUN Headphones, Freedom 2 Also

Kellen September 14, 2017 26

Jaybird, maker of some of the best sport Bluetooth earbuds on the planet, is back today with two new products, one that jumps onto the full-wireless train. The new Jaybird RUN and Jaybird Freedom 2 are arriving in October at $179.99 and $149.99, respectively,...

Bose Quiet Comfort 35 II Will Come Equipped With Google Assistant (Updated!)

Kellen September 14, 2017 47

Google Assistant-powered headphones are on the way, guys. We sort of knew that already, but it's like, really, really happening. Bose is making some for sure and they will arrive as the Quiet Comfort 35 II, likely with a whopper of a price tag. The report of...

Essential Phone AMA Recap: Android Oreo Update, White Model, 3.5mm Accessory, and More!

Kellen September 14, 2017 56

The Essential team is spending an hour today participating in a reddit AMA. Well, Andy Rubin is hosting one, but he invited a bunch of the Essential team members to join the party and answer any questions the tech community may have about the Essential Phone (...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 56

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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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