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LG Shows Off the V30’s New UX 6.0+ Features, Including a Floating Bar and Graphy Camera

Kellen August 14, 2017 54

The LG V30 will sport a refreshed UX 6.0 software skin that LG says "has been optimized to work even better with the immersive 18:9 OLED FullVision display" that was announced for the phone within the past two weeks. This is not a brand new UX from LG, but...

Weekly Recap: Pixels, Headphone Jacks, and Leaks

Tim August 11, 2017 2

Another week in the books at DL, one filled with talk of Pixels, headphone jacks, and a large amount of leaks. This week, we saw what we think are actual pictures of the Pixel 2, complete with what appear to be dual front-facing speakers. It's also believed...

Or You Could Just Buy the Galaxy Note 8 and Forget the Rest…

Kellen August 11, 2017 239

As hard as I tried to sell the world yesterday on the idea that waiting for Google to unveil the Pixel 2 and Pixel XL 2 before buying their next phone is the right move, I can't help but think, "Yeah, that's cool and all, but we all know the Galaxy Note 8 is...

Android O Will be the Last Android Version Update for the OnePlus 3 and 3T

Tim August 11, 2017 25

Confirmed via the OnePlus forums, the last Android version update the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 3T will receive is Android O. Considering the OnePlus 3 was released in June of last year, this is pretty weak. Technically, Android O will count as the second major...

Leaky McLeaker

Kellen August 11, 2017 3

On this new episode of the Droid Life Show, we're running through another week of leaks and rumors surrounding the Pixel 2 and Pixel XL 2, Galaxy Note 8, LG V30, and the Essential Phone. We're in one of those holding periods as we await the arrival of so much...

This Icon Pack is Hot (And Free for Limited Time): Pixel Infinity

Tim August 11, 2017 17

We typically wouldn't feature so many icon packs in a short period of time, but when you come across a nice icon pack that usually costs money, and is marked as free for a limited time, we just can't wait. The icon pack I'm declaring to be "hot" today is...

Essential is Hosting a “First Look” Event on August 25 to Show Off Their Phone

Kellen August 11, 2017 35

We're supposed to hear a launch date for the Essential Phone as early as next week, and that would be good because Essential started inviting people to come see the phone August 25. According to an invite sent to one of our readers, Essential and Andy Rubin...

DEAL: Get a Google Home for Just $84 at Lowe’s With Coupon Code

Kellen August 11, 2017 28

Lowe's is currently hosting a big ass storewide sale on a whole bunch of stuff. You'll find deals on almost everything they sell (up to 30% off), but one deal in particular is worthy of finding the front page of DL - Google Home for just $84. This might be the...

What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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 28

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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 54

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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