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Reported Specs for the Pixel XL 2 Indicate 5.6″ 18:9 Display, 4GB RAM, and 12MP Camera

Tim June 9, 2017 140

We don't quite know yet when Google intends to launch the Pixel 2 or Pixel XL 2, but already, reported specifications for the larger of the two are circulating. According to a listing from GFXBench, a popular benchmarking tool that all upcoming devices seem to...

Noodlecake Hosting $0.99 Sale on Google Play, Intros New Game

Tim June 9, 2017 3

Right in time for the weekend, Noodlecake is hosting a sale on a number of its title on Google Play, a few of which I can confirm are pretty awesome. There are six titles in total, one of which is a new release. Published this week, Journey Below is an auto-...

OnePlus Continues Tease-Fest for OnePlus 5, This Time With Short Video Clip

Tim June 9, 2017 48

We all know that the OnePlus 5 will be unveiled on June 20, but OnePlus just can't seem to contain its excitement. In the latest tease for the device, OnePlus has posted up a short clip to Twitter, hinting at its dual rear-facing cameras with the line, "Focus...

BlackBerry KEYone Review

Tim June 9, 2017 28

The moment I know all of you have been waiting for, our BlackBerry KEYone review is now up! If you caught last week's Droid Life Show, you'll know I have been using this device for the past week, attempting to fall back in love with physical QWERTY keyboards....

HTC U11 Now Shipping in the US

Kellen June 9, 2017 28

HTC's newest phone, the U11, is now shipping in the US. The phone is still priced at $649 (unlocked) and comes in three colors, Amazing Silver, Sapphire Blue, and Brilliant Black. If interested, you'll be able to buy the unlocked version of the phone from HTC...

Android O is Officially Android 8.0

Kellen June 8, 2017 40

This isn't surprising, since Google told us a couple of years ago to expect a point change each year, but Android O is now officially Android 8.0. In the latest developer preview 3 that dropped today, we get confirmation of that. There isn't really anything...

Latest Android O Developer Preview Features Finalized APIs

Tim June 8, 2017 24

As announced by Google this morning, the APIs found in Developer Preview 3 for Android O are the finalized versions, meaning, this build is essentially what we can expect in terms of features and capabilities when Android O begins rolling out to consumers....

Google Shares Dates for Nexus and Pixel Telephone, Online Support Cutoff

Kellen June 8, 2017 57

In recent months, Google has tried to make it clear as to how long they will officially support both Nexus and Pixel devices. And when I say "support," I'm talking about Android version updates, security updates, and now telephone or online support. This...

Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 57

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 57

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 57

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 57

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 57

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

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Current Galaxy Z TriFold Pricing Has Samsung Losing Money With Each Sale

Tim December 29, 2025 57

A report out of South Korea is painting a suboptimal picture for Samsung and its current nice guy pricing of the Galaxy Z...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 57

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 57

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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 140

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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