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LG Watch Style Packaging Spotted, Launch Now Reported to Take Place February 8

Tim February 6, 2017 10

Over the weekend, there was a bit of development in the Android Wear category, with packaging for the LG-made Watch Style getting spotted inside what appears to be a retail store. Not only that, but previous reports suggesting LG and Google intended to unveil...

Huawei Mate 9 Review

Tim February 6, 2017 43

With CES long gone and us currently in that few week period between last year's news and this year's upcoming excitement, it's time we take a good long look at Huawei's latest product for the US, the Mate 9 smartphone. On paper, the Mate 9 fits the bill ...

February’s Android Security Update Goes Live With Factory Images for Nexus, Pixel

Kellen February 6, 2017 41

Google just posted the Android security update for February 2017 and the files are already live for a number of devices. So far, we are seeing 7.1.1 files for Pixel and Pixel XL (NOF26V, NOF26W), Pixel C (N4F26O), Nexus 6P (N4F26O, NUF26K), Nexus 5X (N4F26O),...

DEAL: Google Home + Chromecast Bundle is $15 Off, Home Bases 50% Off, Chromecast are $5 Off

Kellen February 6, 2017 12

Probably because Google just spent millions on a Super Bowl ad for Google Home and people could potentially be flooding their online shop (at Best Buy too) to purchase one, they are hosting a couple of discounts on Google Home and its related products. For one...

Google Maps Gets Real-Time Commute Info in New Bottom Toolbar

Kellen February 6, 2017 6

An update is rolling out to Google Maps users on Android today that provides real-time information as you make your morning and afternoon commute. It's a new toolbar with 3 tabs that is accessed with a swipe to show you nearby places, details on your travel...

Here is the Google Home Super Bowl Commercial

Kellen February 6, 2017 41

Yesterday's Super Bowl LI was one for the ages, especially those last few minutes. From the massive lead that was eventually squandered to the ridiculous Julio Jones catch that we all already forgot about because Julian Edelman made an even more ridiculous...

More LG G6ness

Kellen February 3, 2017 4

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we'll dive once again into the week that was in Android by not only recapping the latest in Galaxy S8 and LG G6 rumors, but we'll also share some 3-month thoughts on the Google Pixel (yep, we're both still using one),...

Don’t Miss These Android Stories: February 3, 2017

Kellen February 3, 2017 3

Hey, another week is over, so that means another week closer to MWC and the beginning of 2017's first flagship season. WE. ARE. READY. FOR. NEW. PHONES. The LG G6 is up first, and boy did we have a bunch of leaks on that front this week. We also got Android 7....

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

Kellen December 18, 2025 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 3

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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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