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Verizon’s Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note 4, and Galaxy Note Edge All Pick-Up Updates

Kellen August 4, 2017 11

Verizon pushed a batch of updates to some of its older Samsung devices as we ride off into the weekend. The Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note 4, and Galaxy Note Edge are all receiving new builds that welcome in security patches. For new software versions, you'll...

New Pixel Render Heat, Z2 Force Review Complete

Kellen August 4, 2017 2

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we return from a 2-week summer break to dive into fresh new Google Pixel 2 images and reported features, our Moto Z2 Force review, the various Galaxy Note 8 leaks and rumors, plus the latest on the Essential Phone and LG...

Hooray: Lenovo Ditches Custom UI, Switches to Stock Android

Tim August 4, 2017 16

Announced this week, Lenovo is ditching its Vibe Pure UI in favor of stock Android. Righteous. According to Lenovo, the company listened to its customers and decided that removing its custom skin was for the best. If you want to see how Lenovo does with this...

Google’s Pixel 2 Emerges With Stereo Speakers, Large Bezels, No Headphone Jack

Kellen August 4, 2017 197

Alright, so we've seen purported renders of Google's new Pixel XL 2, the one we are expecting to be made by LG. It looks incredible, with its FullVision-esque display, matte black finish, and minimal yet premium design. But what about the HTC-made Pixel 2, the...

Report: AT&T Expected to Carry a Huawei Flagship in 2018

Tim August 4, 2017 9

According to a report from The Information, AT&T is expected to carry a Huawei flagship in the first half of 2018. Why is this a big deal? Well, because Huawei hasn't yet had one of its top-tier devices on a US carrier, making this a pretty big step for a...

DEAL: Amazon Echo Drops to $90 Today ($90 Off), Echo Dot to $35

Kellen August 4, 2017 21

Oh boy, if you have been wanting an Amazon Echo or need an additional unit for another room in your house, today is your day. Best Buy is hosting a 1-day sale on Amazon products that dropped the Amazon Echo to just $89.99. That's a $90 discount and matches the...

Essential Phone Shows Up at Best Buy in Unlocked and Sprint Models

Kellen August 4, 2017 30

When Andy Rubin showed off the Essential Phone back at the end of May and opened up reservations for the device, he said that he wouldn't have done so if he didn't plan to ship the phone within 30 days or so. As you all know, that 30-day window has long since...

2017 Wireless Carrier Speed Test Battle Time: Let’s See Those Screenshots!

Kellen August 3, 2017 255

With so much talk these days about wireless network speeds and companies like Verizon trying to hit those 1Gb downloads, it seemed like a nice time to open up a speed test battle. I don't think we've done one of these in a good 3 or 4 years for some reason (...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 255

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 255

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 255

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 255

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 255

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 255

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 255

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 255

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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