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Droid Life Q&A Sessions: Volume 43 Answers

Tim November 1, 2016 59

Sorry for the wait, but we have been busy. Last week on Monday, we called for questions and you all delivered quite well. For Volume 43, questions concern our trust in Samsung's future devices, whether the Nexus 6P is still a good purchase, and what's...

Your Android Phone Can Now Cast Spells, “Lumos!”

Kellen November 1, 2016 16

Google has teamed up with Warner Bros. and JK Rowling to help promote the new Harry Potter-ish film, "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them." I know, I know, Harry Potter isn't in the film and it takes place before Harry ever makes his way to Hogwarts, but...

Ordering a Tango Phone? Google Highlights Apps and Games to Try in Google Play

Tim November 1, 2016 12

For those who are picking up or have already purchased the Phab 2 Pro from Lenovo, Google is highlighting the many apps you can use with Tango (the company's AR initiative), which happens to be the main selling point of the device. To spotlight a few of...

Google’s Daydream View Hits Stores November 10 for $79

Kellen November 1, 2016 41

Pixel owners, get ready for VR redemption. Google announced today that its Daydream View unit, which many of you likely get for free from pre-ordering Pixel phones, arrives November 10. The unit runs $79 for those who are interested in purchasing one out-right...

Report: Samsung Works on ‘Bezel-Less’ OLED Display for Galaxy S8

Tim November 1, 2016 115

As we continue to creep toward the new year, more reports concerning Samsung's next flagship device are making the rounds. In 2017, the first round of Samsung devices will be a big deal in terms of public adoption, considering the last flagship from the...

T-Mobile Adds Simple Choice Unlimited Customers to Pixel $325 Bill Credit

Kellen November 1, 2016 33

Last week, T-Mobile unveiled a new Pixel-related program that would show their customers some love, even though they weren't allowed to sell Google's new phones. For those interested in a T-Mobile ONE plan and a Google Pixel or Pixel XL, T-Mobile was willing...

Blue Coral Galaxy S7 Edge is Indeed Coming to the US This Year

Kellen October 31, 2016 44

Samsung confirmed this evening that the Galaxy S7 Edge will soon arrive at US carriers in Blue Coral. What's significant about Blue Coral? It's the blue and rose gold color scheme that was an early exclusive to the Galaxy Note 7 before that phone was...

Video: Google Pixel Review

Kellen October 31, 2016 89

Our written Google Pixel and Pixel XL review dropped last week, but we've had a number of you ask when the video review would be out. Does today work? It's out now! For those who weren't interested in reading the thousands of words put down in that review,...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 89

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 89

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 89

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 89

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 89

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 89

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 89

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 89

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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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