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Droid Life Q&A Sessions: Volume 16 Answers

Tim November 15, 2013 68

This past Monday, we asked you to submit your questions for Volume 16 of the Droid Life Q&A Sessions. We received an overwhelming amount of comments, so we took a few of the good ones and had our team answer them. Next week during the DL Show, we will take...

Tim November 15, 2013 32

Google Now has grown and matured so much since it was first announced, and the number of cards that are available for people to utilize continues to multiply. Today, Google launched an updated landing page for the service, allowing folks to see each card...

Tim November 15, 2013 58

HTC took to its official Twitter account this afternoon, announcing that they have delivered the Kit Kat update code for the One Google Play Edition to Google, and are now only awaiting Google to push the update to users. And if we know Google, that shouldn't...

Tim November 15, 2013 34

Google is getting into the holiday spirit, opening popup retail shops called Winter Wonderlabs. In these shops, folks can get their hands on the latest Google products, such as Nexus 7 tablets, Chromecast dongles, and even a full lineup of Chromebook laptops....

Tim November 15, 2013 28

Thanks to Amazon, we now know that Acer is looking to introduce a C7 Chromebook that features an 11.6" touchscreen display. This laptop, once officially announced, will be the second Chromebook to feature a touchscreen after Google's own Chromebook Pixel. What...

Tim November 15, 2013 175

Customers that look to grab either a white or black Moto X on Verizon through a two year deal can get the device for free, with the use an online coupon code. Unfortunately, this is not available for those who want to use MotoMaker, but if you like plainly-...

Tim November 15, 2013 12

It's Friday, so let's take a look at what apps are on sale through Google Play to take us into the weekend. For the gamers here, you can grab Super Hexagon (an awesome game) for just $1, as well as Neon Shadow for only $2. For those of you that fancy yourself...

Tim November 15, 2013 37

We love a good deal, especially on Nexus devices, so hurry on over to Staples and enter in a special coupon code to receive $50 off any tablet priced over $150. You also get free shipping, so this deal can't be beat. The Nexus 7 2013 16GB can be had for just $...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 37

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 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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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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Droid Life Q&A Sessions: Volume 16 Answers

Google Revamps Google Now Landing Page, Perfect Place to See All Available Cards

HTC Announces Delivery of Kit Kat Code for Play Edition One to Google

Google Winter Wonderlab Retail Shops Popping Up Across North America

Amazon France Faux Pas: Unannounced Acer C7 Chromebook With Touchscreen Detailed

Pick up a Moto X in Black or White From Verizon for Free on Contract

Friday App Sales: Paper Artist, Neon Shadow, Super Hexagon, and More

Grab a Nexus 7 2013 16GB for $179, 32GB for $219 From Staples With Coupon Code