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Uh Oh: This Year’s Google Pixel Might be Missing the Headphone Jack

Tim June 26, 2017 203

If sources of XDA are correct, a few specs and details for the 2nd-generation Pixel (Walleye) and Pixel XL (Taimen) might've just leaked. To catch you up on Pixel reports, since there's no shortage, it was reported on June 12 that Taimen, a possible third...

Verizon Prepaid Customers Get Access to the “New and Improved” My Verizon App

Kellen June 26, 2017 17

Depending on the carrier, as a prepaid customer, there are going to be times where you feel a bit second-rate. Your account portal typically isn't as good, you often wonder if your connection is given the same level of priority as postpaid customers, and some...

OnePlus 5 Receives First Big Update, Optimizes Camera and Much More

Tim June 26, 2017 12

The OnePlus 5 isn't available to the masses quite yet (orders begin tomorrow), but already, a large and important update is rolling out to the device. Labeled as OxygenOS version 4.5.2, OnePlus cites optimizations for quite a few things, plus a couple of bug...

Verizon Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge Seeing Updates Today

Kellen June 26, 2017 6

The Verizon-branded Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge are receiving updates to kick off the week. The updates aren't major, but they do aim to squash all sorts of noteworthy bugs. The updates are arriving as G930VVRU4BQF2 (S7) and G935VVRU4BQF2 (S7 Edge)...

DEAL: Amazon Echo Drops to $129.99 Today Only ($50 Off)

Kellen June 26, 2017 3

Yep, for today only, Amazon has dropped the price of the Amazon Echo to $129.99. That's a $50 discount and possibly the biggest Echo deal in some time. The deal ends at 9PM Pacific, tonight. Amazon Echo Link

Weekly Recap: OnePlus 5 is in the House!

Tim June 23, 2017

It's always a busy time when we get a new phone in the office, so this week has been a blast since receiving the OnePlus 5. We are leading up to our full reviews, but to keep you busy, we have posted up our initial unboxing and the first 10 things you should...

DEAL: US Unlocked CDMA/GSM LG V20 is Just $354.99 at eBay Right Now

Kellen June 23, 2017 20

Look, I may not be the biggest fan of the LG V20, but that doesn't mean there aren't a whole lot of people out there who love the sh*t out of it. In fact, V20 owners are some of the most passionate I've seen in years - just look at our V20 review that they...

Shiny and New

Kellen June 23, 2017 4

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're back to talk about a lot of big new stuff from the past couple of weeks, including the OnePlus 5's launch, our HTC U11 review, Bixby Voice's good start, and of course, this shiny new website we just launched. We’ll...

January 2026 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen January 12, 2026 4

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 4

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 4

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 4

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 4

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 4

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen January 2, 2026 4

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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Galaxy S26 Ultra Lookin’ Round and Wobbly

Kellen December 30, 2025 4

The Galaxy S26 Ultra should arrive in the coming weeks, assuming Samsung sticks to a familiar timeline. It has launched...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 203

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 203

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 203

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 203

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 203

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 203

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 203

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 203

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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