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Deal: Buy a Chromecast Before December 21, Get $20 in Google Play Credit

Kellen December 8, 2014 50

Need another last minute present idea? Chromecast. Yes, once again, the HDMI dongle from Google is one of the best presents you can give to your friends and family during the holidays. If you think the Chromecast is old news and want another idea, keep in mind...

YouTube Gets Its Material Design Update With Version 6.0.11

Kellen December 5, 2014 84

YouTube is the latest in Google's suite of apps to be blessed with a Material Design makeover. The app was updated this afternoon with a fresh coat of intensely red paint, improved navigation panel, and updated colors throughout. We haven't found much new in...

This Week in the Life of DROID: 12/5/2014

Tim December 5, 2014 2

We have one foot into December, with Christmas coming up on us quick. Given the season, DL posted up a little Gift Guide this week, just in case you needed a few ideas for presents. Moving on from holiday-related news items, Google released Android 5.0.1 (bug...

Deal: The Invisible Bluetooth Headset is Just $17.99

Kellen December 5, 2014 31

In need of a cheap Bluetooth headset, but are trying to avoid looking like that guy? Think about the Invisible Bluetooth headset that is on sale in the DL Deals shop for just $17.99. The Invisible Bluetooth headset was designed to be, well, almost invisible....

Giveaway: Win a Nexus 9 Keyboard Folio Case From DL, Just Because

Tim December 5, 2014 402

Have you been looking high and low for a Keyboard Folio case to go with your shiny new Nexus 9? We know they are in and out of stock at most retailers, so here is your chance to win one for free from us, no strings attached. The Keyboard Folio case acts as a...

Minima Pro Live Wallpaper Should be Your Next Purchase

Kellen December 5, 2014 96

Meet your next live wallpaper purchase - this is Minima Pro Live Wallpaper, made by the folks at Joko Interactive. If you were looking for an app that perfectly tackles the current Material Design-style wallpaper trend, but makes it all interactive, alive, and...

Verizon Executive Talks 2015 and Beyond, Includes Work on LTE Advanced and Boosting LTE Coverage Indoors

Tim December 5, 2014 57

A discussion recently took place between Fierce Wireless and Verizon executive Mike Haberman, Big Red's vice president of network support, in which Haberman outlined the carrier's immediate 2015 plans, as well as looked beyond and into the future for the...

Kustom Live Wallpaper Hits Google Play, Customize Your Very Own Live Wallpaper

Tim December 5, 2014 26

For those of you who enjoy live wallpapers, a new app hit Google Play this morning, one which allows you to customize the look of the wallpaper itself. Kustom Live Wallpaper displays a clock widget with moving parts, but users are allowed to customize the look...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 26

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 50

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 50

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 50

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 50

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 50

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 50

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 50

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 50

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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