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ISIS to Change Name Due to Islamic Militants

Tim July 7, 2014 101

Michael Abbott, CEO of ISIS, announced today that the company will be changing its name and branding, due to the rise in media coverage of a militant group whose name, when translated to English is Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, ends up with the acronym of "...

Lost Toys Puzzler Game Hits Google Play, Only for Tablets

Tim July 7, 2014 101

A new game called Lost Toys, exclusively for Android tablets at the moment, is now available on Google Play. Priced at $2.99, you play as a repairman for old wooden toys. By twisting and spinning the toys, you bring them back to life, suitable for years more...

Sprint LG G Flex Receiving Update, Brings Voice Over WiFi Capability and Bug Fixes

Tim July 7, 2014 101

An update is headed to the G Flex from LG on Sprint's network, bringing a big feature for non-fans of wireless plans with minutes. G Flex owners will be able to place Voice over WiFi (VoWiFi) calls, which is essentially just VoIP, but with a WiFi connection...

Droid Life Q&A Sessions: Volume 21

Tim July 7, 2014 101

We are back with another DL Q&A Session, this time as Volume 21. Coming fresh off of Google I/O, we know many of you may have questions about what to expect from Android L or even Android Wear, so right now is the perfect time to ask us anything you would...

Toggle System Settings Through Google Now With Commandr App

Kyle July 7, 2014 101

Slightly peeved that Google Now still doesn't support built-in commands for toggling your phone's system settings or pausing music, unlike the voice assistant-who-must-not-be-named on iOS? Commandr, a new app found on Google Play, is probably the best interim...

Deal: Samsung Galaxy Note PRO 12.2 for $479, Regularly $699

Kellen July 7, 2014 101

Samsung's massive 12.2-inch tablet, the Galaxy Note PRO 12.2, which was introduced at CES, is available through a daily deal today on eBay for $479.99. The tablet, thanks to its massive 2560x1600 display, typically runs anywhere from $650-700 when brand new at...

Team of Developers Release Android L ROM for the Nexus 4

Kyle July 7, 2014 101

When developers work as a team, nothing is impossible. Merely weeks after the Android L developer preview released, a sprightly collective over at XDA has managed to build a working ROM based on the preview for the aging Nexus 4. Despite carrying a "beta"...

Google May Spend As Much As $500 Million To Expand Shopping Express Nationwide

Kyle July 7, 2014 101

Google has nationwide ambitions for Google Shopping Express, its subscription-based product delivery service that seeks to rival incumbent online marketplaces like Amazon. According to a Recode report, Google has set aside as much as $500 million to expand the...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 1

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 5

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 6

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 3

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 4

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 2

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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There’s a Way to Get $700 Off a Pixel 10 Pro XL

Kellen December 22, 2025 101

While we typically recommend buying phones unlocked and without a contract that ties you to a carrier, there are some...

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This Pixel Watch 4 at $150 Off is Almost Gone

Kellen December 22, 2025 101

When the Pixel Watch 4 first released, it sure looked like a device that might not have been a major upgrade over the Pixel...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 101

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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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 101

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025 101

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025 101

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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Google Pixelsnap Qi2 Charger Gets First Ever Discount

Kellen December 16, 2025 101

The Pixel 10 series features a handful of upgrades, but one of the most noteworthy is the introduction of Qi2 and magnets...

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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025 101

The Pixel Watch 4 is a winner of a watch because Google brought a couple of fun upgrades for 2025. However, the Pixel Watch 3...

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