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Sony Sheds Light on Plans for Device Updates to Android 4.3 and Android 4.4

Tim November 7, 2013 23

We don't have many Sony device owners here, but should at least get the message out for anyone that might be concerned. This morning, Sony discussed its plans to update several devices to Android 4.3, and a few devices to Android 4.4. As for Jelly Bean, it...

Tim November 7, 2013 23

Game publisher BulkyPix, known for big hits such as Dead Effect and Type:Rider, launched another good-looking game to Google Play this morning titled Meltdown. In this game, you play a typical, hardcore arcade hero complete with a big armor suit and waving red...

Tim November 7, 2013 22

Disney launched Star Wars: Tiny Death Star to multiple platforms this morning, including Google Play. In this title, you take command of an 8-bit Star Wars world, where you must construct the Death Star into a thriving metropolis. You hire galactic citizens,...

Tim November 7, 2013 143

Owners of the Galaxy Nexus can pick up a free extended battery and compatible backplate from Sprint this morning, a $50 package for absolutely free. And yep, there's even free shipping. The battery is the Samsung-made 2100mAh unit, one that most Galaxy Nexus...

Eric November 7, 2013 73

In a case of taking "wearable technology" a bit too far, we have Motorola's latest application for a patent. The latest tech that Motorola is trying to patent wants to cut down on the pesky background noise you have during phone calls thanks to the space...

Kellen November 7, 2013 79

Google started pushing out a big update through Google Play to Google Keyboard last night, one that jumps the version up to 2.0 and brings it on-par with the new Kit Kat keyboard introduced with Android 4.4. Once updated, you'll see the new grey theme, a...

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Kellen November 6, 2013 29

We're back once again this week with another episode of the Droid Life Show, however, we're running this week's live broadcast at a special 2PM Pacific (5PM Eastern) time slot. Due to a scheduling conflict, we'll miss our regularly scheduled time, but since...

Tim November 6, 2013 139

Verizon released a statement this afternoon, which concerns all Nexus 7 LTE hopefuls looking to grab the device on Big Red's network. Since its launch, the device has been compatible with the 4G LTE network, but Verizon has been reluctant on activating the...

Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 139

Google surprised the Android world this afternoon by announcing that Android 17 Beta 1 is arriving "soon." Yeah, Android 17,...

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Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Scheduled for February 25

Tim February 10, 2026 139

Samsung has booked the date at which they will unveil the Galaxy S26 series. February 25 is the day, 10am PT (1pm ET) is the...

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AT&T’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 139

For those looking for the best AT&T unlimited plan, the choices are pretty simple to narrow down, thanks to AT&T only...

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Verizon’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 139

2026 is going to be a big year for Verizon. After appointing a new CEO and then laying off a huge chunk of staff, they will...

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T-Mobile’s Best Unlimited Plan

Kellen February 10, 2026 139

Both T-Mobile and AT&T have seen several years in a row of steady customer growth, likely because of improvements to...

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YouTube Music Lyrics Feature Now Behind Premium Paywall

Tim February 9, 2026 139

Bad news, non-Premium subscribers who use YouTube Music -- the lyrics tab is officially behind a paywall. The feature, if you...

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ChatGPT Gets Ads Starting Today

Tim February 9, 2026 139

If you caught the "Big Game" last night, you might've seen a few ads that teased the fact that OpenAI will begin testing ads...

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Buzzkill: Galaxy S26 Ultra Won’t Have Built-in Magnets

Tim February 5, 2026 139

Leading up to today, the general consensus was that the entire Galaxy S26 lineup would feature built-in magnets, bringing the...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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 23

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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Sony Sheds Light on Plans for Device Updates to Android 4.3 and Android 4.4

BulkyPix Releases Meltdown to Google Play, Arcade Shooter With Co-Op Multiplayer Mode

Star Wars: Tiny Death Star Now Live on Google Play, It’s “Episode 8-Bit”

Sprint Offering Up Free Galaxy Nexus Extended Battery Bundle Thanks to Coupon

How About No: Motorola Patent Wants to Tattoo a Microphone On Your Throat

Google Keyboard 2.0 Rolling Out to All, Brings in Kit Kat Features (Updated: With Links)

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Verizon Breaks Silence on Nexus 7 LTE Activations, Waiting for Google to Update Device to Android 4.4