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Don’t Miss These Android Stories: May 1, 2015

Tim May 1, 2015 7

It's Friday, which means we have another week in the books here at DL. This week, we saw LG make the G4 official during an event in NYC, Meerkat officially launch onto Android, and LG's Watch Urbane went on sale through Google Play. Starting next week, you can...

Deal: Grab This Bitfountain Android Mini Course for Free and Create Your First App

Tim May 1, 2015

In the past, we have posted plenty of Android development courses through the DL Deals Store, but sometimes, people may not want to front cash for a program they are not sure about. In the latest deal, you can grab an introductory course to Android development...

LG Launches LG Call App to Google Play, Currently Compatible Only With Watch Urbane

Tim May 1, 2015 37

An app called LG Call, that allows LG smartwatch owners to dial a phone number, then take the call on their smartphone, was released today onto Google Play. Unfortunately, in the app's description, LG does not state specifically that this app is only usable by...

There’s an Official SNL App on Google Play, Because We All Need More Cowbell

Tim May 1, 2015 18

While you won't find me sitting in front of the TV on a Saturday watching SNL these days, the show is responsible for many bits that are true classics in pop culture here in the US. SNL introduced us to big-time stars like Eddie Murphy, Chris Farley, Dan...

Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic on Sale for $3, Down From $10

Tim May 1, 2015 17

If you need a game to keep you occupied this weekend, might we recommend you pick up Star Wars: KOTOR for just $3? On sale, down from $10, this is the original classic game in its entirety, not changed at all for mobile devices. In the game, which is set...

LG G4 Camera Samples

Tim May 1, 2015 139

While we work on getting complete comparisons up between the LG G4 and the other flagship devices, as well as the full review, we figured we should get up a few camera shots for all of you, just so you can see what to expect from the LG G4. To recap the specs,...

Samsung Details Design and Manufacturing of Galaxy S6 Edge in Latest Video

Tim May 1, 2015 99

The design of the Galaxy S6 Edge from Samsung, you either love it or hate it. Personally, I dig it, and in the latest video from Samsung on their YouTube channel, the OEM goes over the work it took to make such a fancy smartphone. The details in the video are...

Meerkat Beats Periscope to Google Play, Now Available in Form of a Buggy Beta

Tim May 1, 2015 12

The day has finally come. To cap off this week, one of the super trendy streaming apps has finally hit Android in the form of a beta, Meerkat. Meerkat is the app that launched ahead of Twitter's own Periscope, which allows users to stream feeds of video while...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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 12

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 7

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 7

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 7

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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Tim July 27, 2023 7

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 7

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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Tim February 3, 2023 7

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 7

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 7

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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