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Report: Samsung Will Offer Own Phone Leasing Program, Like the One Apple Just Announced

Kellen September 21, 2015 189

According to a report out of Forbes, who spoke with an anonymous "industry executive with knowledge of Samsung's plans," the Korean electronics giant plans to introduce a phone leasing program similar to the one Apple just announced at its iPhone 6s event....

OnePlus 2 Receives Update to 2.1.0 With Camera Enhancements and Bug Fixes

Kellen September 21, 2015 67

The OnePlus 2 is receiving an update today to OxygenOS v2.1.0 that should greatly improve the camera experience for "photography enthusiasts," but we're hoping it also fixes all sorts of bugs. OnePlus is calling this a "sizable" update full of bug fixes and...

Huawei Watch and Cheeseburger Day

Kellen September 18, 2015 18

On episode 93 of the Droid Life Show, we'll share the latest inside info on the new Nexus phones, talk OnePlus 2 since we finally have one in house, run through any new thoughts on the Moto X Pure, drool over how hot the Huawei Watch truly is, and more. Oh, it...

Google Sending Out Invites to Event on September 29 in SF

Tim September 18, 2015 81

Well, it's totally official now. We just received the above invite in our email inbox, detailing a press event Google is set to host on September 29 at 9am in San Francisco, CA. What will they announce? Well, you should already know the answer to that, but if...

Don’t Miss These Android Stories: September 18, 2015

Kellen September 18, 2015 18

It's National Cheeseburger Day, in case you were wondering why the picture of that delicious burger. So, go eat a damn good cheeseburger. As in, now. While you do that with your greasy cheeseburger and fry hands, feel free to catch up on the week that was in...

OnePlus 2 StyleSwap Covers Look Nice, But Add Thickness

Tim September 18, 2015 26

Thinking about dropping $26.99 on a StyleSwap cover for the OnePlus 2? I urge you to possibly rethink that choice, as you may be left with a bulkier, more slippery device. When we picked up our OnePlus 2, we opted to grab a few StyleSwap covers to go with it,...

Samsung’s S Health Arrives for Non-Samsung Phones With Android 4.4+

Kellen September 18, 2015 21

Samsung is much more open to other Android phones, it seems these days. First, they announced that its new Gear S2 and Gear S2 Classic watches would be compatible with almost all Android phones, a move we didn't exactly see coming. And now, they have opened up...

Deal: Tronsmart Quick Charge 2.0 3-Port Adapter is $11.99 With This Code

Kellen September 18, 2015 18

If you need another Quick Charge 2.0 certified adapter at a significant discount, think about the Tronsmart 3-port adapter that can be had right now from Amazon for $11.99 after coupon code. This adapter has a single QC 2.0 port to help quick charge most of...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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 18

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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 189

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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