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Google Confirms RAW Photo Support and Burst Mode Coming to Android

Tim November 25, 2013 68

Earlier this month, it was reported that the Android team was working on a brand new camera API, one that would feature RAW image support, as well as a Burst Mode feature for stock Android devices. In a chat with CNET, Google has confirmed these plans, and...

Series 04 Android Collectibles Available November 29 at 11AM Eastern

Kellen November 25, 2013 12

At the end of last week, we pointed out Dead Zebra's preview of the new Series 04 Android collectibles box set. They showed off two collectibles to kick off the preview, but have since given us a look at another six, a pair of Android Foundry socks, and a date...

DROID Mini Pictured in White, Headed for Verizon

Tim November 25, 2013 18

The best Twitter account for leaked devices, @evleaks, is at it again. Recently posted to the account is a photo of the DROID Mini in White, headed for Verizon's network. It appears to be the same ol' Mini, just featuring an all white body. Still rocks the...

Assassin’s Creed Pirates Ready to Sail December 5 for Tablets and Smartphones

Eric November 25, 2013 13

This year's edition of the Assassin's Creed series takes place in the clear water of the Caribbean Sea, but why limit all the fun just to consoles? Ubisoft has been readying a mobile version of the game simply called Assassin's Creed Pirates and the release is...

Google Posts Three Nexus 5 TV Spots – Highlight Photo Sphere, HDR+, and Auto Awesome

Tim November 25, 2013 30

Google is upping its commercial game with the launch of three new Nexus 5 TV spots. They are quite short, timing in at just 15 seconds each, all focused (pun) primarily around the device's camera. Google highlights Photo Sphere, Google+'s Auto Awesome feature,...

Welcome to the New Droid Life

Kellen November 25, 2013 293

As many of you noticed last night and this morning, we've undergone some major changes around here. We are proud to introduce you today to Droid Life 3.0. It has been two years since we last revamped the site, but in my biased opinion, this is the biggest and...

Latest SwiftKey 4.3.1 Update Brings New Left-Handed Options and Bug Fixes

Eric November 25, 2013 47

Today, SwiftKey is pushing an update out to their users that promises a set of new features along with some needed bug fixes. Keyboards can be awkward to use if you are not right-handed and the SwiftKey team feels your pain. In this latest update, they have...

HTC M8 AnTuTu Benchmark Posted Online, Points to Possibly Finalized Specs

Tim November 25, 2013 99

HTC is apparently taking to benchmark apps to see how well its new flagship device is panning out. In newly posted benchmarks from AnTuTu, the M8 device, rumored to be the successor of the One, is seen running a Snapdragon 800 chipset with 2GB of RAM,...

Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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 99

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 99

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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 68

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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