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Android Distribution Updated for November 2016 – Nougat Debuts!

Kellen November 7, 2016 23

After skipping October, Google updated the Android distribution numbers today for November. The latest data collection shows Marshmallow on almost a quarter of all Android devices, plus Nougat debuts in the chart. As for specifics, Nougat is on exactly 0.3%...

Qualcomm Tweets Upcoming OnePlus Device Will Feature Snapdragon 821

Tim November 7, 2016 36

OnePlus has a new device coming soon. If you haven't been following the rumors and reports, it's expected to be called the OnePlus 3T, with launch penciled in for November 14. On Twitter today, Qualcomm confirmed that OnePlus is indeed launching a new device,...

November’s Android Security Update is Rolling Out, Factory Images and OTA Files Live

Kellen November 7, 2016 63

Google is ready to release November's Android security update today and has kicked off the rollout by posting factory images and OTA .zip files. We are seeing both 7.1 and 7.0 files for Pixel and Nexus devices. As of right now, we have Android 7.1.0 files for...

Android Auto App Updated to Provide Standalone Experience

Tim November 7, 2016 52

The Android Auto team announced a major 2.0 update for the platform this morning, one that will offer a standalone experience for users who do not have a large display in their vehicle. With the update, your smartphone will act as the display for the...

AT&T GoPhone Bumps $60 Plan to 8GB Data, $45 Plan to 4GB

Kellen November 7, 2016 59

AT&T GoPhone, a prepaid plan that is without a doubt (and has been) one of the best values in the business, will receive a bump in data on Friday to two of its plans. That data bump, as has been the case for years, did not increase the price, leaving your...

Verizon’s Priv Gets Marshmallow, Moto Z Play and Watch Urbane 2 Also Seeing Updates Today

Kellen November 7, 2016 19

Along with the updates to Google's Pixel and Pixel XL, Verizon is also pushing out updates to the Blackberry Priv, Moto Z Play, and LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE. The Priv update is huge, as it's to Marshmallow, while the other two are just security patches....

Verizon Pixel and Pixel XL Getting Updates With Bluetooth Fixes, Daydream View Improvements

Kellen November 7, 2016 81

According to Verizon, the Pixel and Pixel XL are receiving an update today to build NDE63X. My guess is that this is November's security patch, but Verizon's changelog doesn't necessarily say so. What it does say is to expect a Bluetooth fix, VR improvements,...

Don’t Miss These Android Stories: November 4, 2016

Tim November 4, 2016 10

Another week in the books at DL. As you might have seen, we spent a lot of time on our video review of the Google Pixel, so please be sure to give that a view. In addition, we got our hands on the Google Home, with a full unboxing and setup video available for...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 10

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 10

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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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