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Nexus Availability Update: Nexus 7 16GB, Nexus 10 32GB, and Nexus 4 8GB “Sold Out”

Kellen December 13, 2012 52

Many of you may be making final holiday present preparations, so we thought an update to the status of the Nexus lineup in the Google Play was in store. If you were planning to pickup a Nexus 4 8GB, Nexus 7 16GB, or Nexus 10 32GB, you should probably consider...

Kellen December 13, 2012 58

Two days ago, we noticed that Google had updated the factory images page for their Nexus lineup. For whatever reason, this update removed the Nexus 4 and all accompanying files, a move that we weren't initially concerned about. While it was odd that their new...

Kellen December 13, 2012 8

Here we go! The Droid Life Show episode 9 is going down tonight. During tonight's broadcast, we are planning to talk about Android-on-Android crime, what was awesome about 2012, if being rooted really matters anymore, and which OEM do we expect to have a big...

Tim December 12, 2012 25

We're nearing the end of 2012. It's been one wild ride so far, so let's start capping it off with another episode of The Droid Life Show. Episode 9 will air tonight at 6pm Pacific, so be sure to swing on back by and join in on the fun. We'll be talking about...

Kellen December 12, 2012 130

Well, it was fun while it lasted. While that whole iOS Maps fiasco was something the world had more than a good time with, Google has gone ahead and ruined some of our fun. Google Maps, with full turn-by-turn navigation, is now available for the iPhone. This...

Tim December 12, 2012 53

Goodbye SoundHound and Shazam, hello Sound Search! Google's very own music recognition widget is now on Google Play, allowing users to instantly recognize music which will then link you to Google Play for purchase. Previously only available to devices running...

Tim December 12, 2012 59

On December 20, Verizon is to light up a few new northwest 4G LTE markets here in Oregon and in Washington state. Currently, VZW sits at well over 400 4G LTE markets, with plenty more on the way as they intend to stretch their LTE over the entire 3G footprint...

Kellen December 12, 2012 26

If you are planning to pick up a new phone from Verizon between now and December 25, you'll be pleased to learn that you have an extended window to return it should you decide it's not the phone for you. Big Red, according to their updated return policy, is...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 26

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 26

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 26

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 26

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 26

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 26

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 26

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Verizon’s Best Prepaid Plan

Kellen January 6, 2026 26

Prepaid is something all of us should consider in this day. As traditional postpaid wireless unlimited plans only increase in...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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 52

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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Nexus Availability Update: Nexus 7 16GB, Nexus 10 32GB, and Nexus 4 8GB “Sold Out”

JBQ on Pulled Nexus 4 Factory Images: “I Can’t Comment on That”

Android-on-Android Crime

The Droid Life Show Episode 9 is Live Tonight at 6PM Pacific!

Google Maps Available for the iPhone, Making Fun of Apple Now Slightly Less Fun

Google Sound Search Widget Now Available Through Google Play

Verizon to Light Up a Few Northwest 4G LTE Markets on December 20

Verizon Extends Return Period for New Devices From Now Until January 15