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LG Unveils the “Watch Urbane,” an All-Metal “Luxury” Smartwatch Running Android Wear

Kellen February 15, 2015 74

Well, LG just announced the Watch Urbane, an all-metal luxury take on the smartwatch game. The watch, which runs Android Wear, will make its debut at MWC next month in Barcelona. How is the Watch Urbane "luxury?" According to LG, the watch is "designed for a...

Don’t Miss These Android Stories: February 13, 2015

Tim February 13, 2015 1

It was a busy week here at DL, but now, it is time to prepare for the weekend. If you don't already have plans, may I interest you in a few important Android stories you may have missed? This week, Samsung released its first official teaser video for the...

Facebook Testing Material Design Elements on Android App

Tim February 13, 2015 31

According to screenshots, Facebook is testing out Material Design for its application, but there is currently no word on if this update will ever see a widespread rollout. Considering these changes are server side, there is no build number associated with the...

Friday App Sales: Fragment, Today Calendar, Modern Combat 5: Blackout, and More

Tim February 13, 2015 3

Being Friday and all, we have a nice list of apps and games currently on sale that can help keep you busy over the weekend, just in case you are sitting at home alone with no valentine this year. This week, we have Modern Combat 5: Blackout, which is a great...

HTC Deals: $150 Off One (M8), $50 Off RE, and 50% Off Accessories

Kellen February 13, 2015 29

Who knew that the Valentine's Day weekend was such a big one for deals on tech? Not only has Motorola extended their newest $100 off promo, but HTC is getting in on the fun as well. For this weekend only, you can buy an HTC One (M8) directly from HTC for $499,...

Xposed for Rooted Lollipop Users Now Available

Tim February 13, 2015 48

What a way to kick off the weekend for rooted users on Lollipop. Starting today, Xposed is officially available as an Alpha build for you to download, allowing to customize just about any aspect you would like of your device. It was only earlier this week in...

Motorola Extends Valentine’s Day Sale to Feb. 17, Time to Save Money

Tim February 13, 2015 38

Last minute Valentine's Day presents are always a good thing, and if your lover happens to enjoy tech, you have a few extra days to take advantage of Motorola's ongoing sale. Specifically, when you spend more than $500 (say, on a Moto X), you can save $100,...

Androids and Handshakes.

Kellen February 13, 2015 37

Nothing like a little Pete Rock to help start your weekend.

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 37

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 74

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 74

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 74

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 74

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 74

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 74

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 74

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 74

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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