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Did You Get YouTube’s New Sharing/Messaging Feature?

Kellen August 10, 2017 17

On Monday, YouTube announced its new sharing feature for at least the third time (that's not an exaggeration), suggesting that it was finally rolling out to everyone. I still didn't get access until Tim invited me yesterday, but it is readily available now to...

SEGA Classic Ristar Now Available for Android

Tim August 10, 2017 6

All the way from 1995, SEGA's Ristar is now available for Android and iOS devices. While I may have only been 5 years old in '95, I understand the importance of this character, as it was based off an original idea that would later become Sonic the Hedgehog....

Why Aren’t You Just Waiting for the Pixel 2 and Pixel XL 2?

Kellen August 10, 2017 317

I don't ask that question because I have anything against the soon-to-be-announced Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or LG V30 or iPhone 8. I ask it because after experiencing last year's Google Pixel and Pixel XL for months, taking a break to review other flagship...

#TBT: The Funkiest Designed Android Phones in Recent Memory

Tim August 10, 2017 43

During last week's The Droid Life Show, I was reminded of the Samsung Continuum. You know, the phone from 2010 that had a ticker display below the capacitive buttons? Either way, it got me thinking, let's highlight a few of the Android devices that we would...

DEAL: Moto G5 Plus is Just $179.99 Today at Amazon ($50 Off)

Kellen August 10, 2017 14

The Moto G5 Plus (our review) is a budget-friendly phone that performs closer to a high-end phone. It's a good phone first, but when you factor in the reasonable price, it becomes a steal and a phone anyone without $700 to blow on a phone should consider. And...

Samsung Internet Browser Beta Arrives for All Lollipop+ Phones

Kellen August 10, 2017 22

The Samsung Internet Browser's latest beta build to v6.2 not only introduces some fun new features, it also opens up the app to all Android phones running Lollipop+. Instead of being an exclusive to Samsung and Google phones, your LG or HTC or Huawei or...

Moto Z2 Force, 360 Camera Moto Mod Now Available in US

Tim August 10, 2017 12

The Moto Z2 Force is officially here, purchasable on basically any major US carrier. You can find it on Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, US Cellular, at Best Buy, or grab it on Motorola's website. This is a major accomplishment for Motorola, so props to...

LG and NextRadio Partner to Bring FM Radio to Your Next Phone

Kellen August 10, 2017 22

LG and NextRadio announced this morning that going forward, LG will enable an FM chip inside its smartphones, allowing for access to your local FM radio broadcasts in the US and Canada. Neither company said which LG phones would have the chip (maybe the LG V30...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 22

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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 17

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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