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

Tim July 7, 2014 10

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 113

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 52

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 19

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 18

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 20

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...

LG G Watch Available in Select US Retailers, Best Buy Included

Tim July 7, 2014 36

The Android Wear-powered G Watch was launched through Google Play on June 25, but LG announced today that the smartwatch is coming to retailers all around the world. Twelve countries will have access to the G Watch online and offline, with those countries...

TSA Will No Longer Permit Powerless Electronics on Some International Flights

Kellen July 7, 2014 113

A minor change was made to security checks by the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) over the weekend, one that involves the electronics that you travel with. On some international flights that are headed to the US, TSA agents may check to make sure...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 113

A small fixer update is rolling out to Google Pixel devices, labeled as Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1. It doesn't appear to be...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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 113

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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 10

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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