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Action Launcher Arrives on Google Play for $4, a Minimal Launcher to Say the Least

Kellen December 7, 2012 24

Today, a new 3rd party launcher called Action Launcher is making the rounds. It's from the creator of Tweet Lanes, one of the more popular Twitter apps available. This new launcher runs $4 in Google Play, a price similar to Nova Prime or Apex, only it has...

Tim December 7, 2012 9

If you are big into security and protecting your data, while also being big into open source, then check out aeGis. Made by a member of the CyanogenMod development team, this application is based on configurable SMS passphrases. Whether you need to remotely...

Kellen December 7, 2012 38

Last week, we saw a Galaxy Camera variant cruise through the FCC with a 4G LTE radio inside, one that was ready to jump on Verizon's 4G LTE network. Neither Big Red nor Samsung would confirm that the device was on the way, but they no longer need to as an...

Tim December 7, 2012 58

Today, Samsung is launching the Galaxy Muse, a 4GB MP3 player that pairs up your with Galaxy S3 or Note 2, syncs music, then allows you to leave your phone behind as you go for a jog. For easy syncing, Samsung released an application that allows for connection...

Kellen December 7, 2012 16

On Sunday, RadioShack is kicking off a pretty big BOGO (buy one get one) deal for a number of phones. For example, if you buy a Verizon Galaxy S3, they'll toss in a Samsung Stratosphere 2 for free. Or if you buy an original DROID RAZR, they'll give you another...

Kellen December 7, 2012 620

The final day has come. All week, we have been handing out $25 Google Play gift cards to the fabulous readers of Droid Life, but this is your final chance. Well, final chance for this week. If you listened to the DL Show this week, then you know the next two...

Kellen December 7, 2012 81

We have been following the saga that is the Jelly Bean update for Verizon's Galaxy S3 for some time now. At least three different Android 4.1 updates have leaked for the phone, none of which have become official, at least not yet. Last night, another leaked as...

Everything New in Android 17 Beta

Kellen February 13, 2026 81

Android 17 Beta is officially live and we've got it up and running on a Pixel 10 Pro. You could have it on your device as...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Actually Here for Your Pixel

Kellen February 13, 2026 81

UPDATE FEBRUARY 13 - Google tried to ship out the first Android 17 Beta 1 update a couple of days ago, but something forced...

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Pixel 10a Renders Show Flush Backside, Full Color Lineup

Tim February 12, 2026 81

We have already seen a few Pixel 10a renders, but as we have gotten closer to a launch day, the quality of said renders has...

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Android 17 Beta 1 is Releasing “Soon”

Kellen February 10, 2026 81

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 81

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 81

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 81

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 81

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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 24

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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Action Launcher Arrives on Google Play for $4, a Minimal Launcher to Say the Least

aeGis – Security App From a Member of The CyanogenMod Development Team

Galaxy Camera Confirmed for Verizon Thanks to Samsung Site

Samsung Galaxy Muse – $50 MP3 Player That Pairs Perfectly With Your Galaxy Device

RadioShack Hosting BOGO Deal: Buy a Verizon Galaxy S3, Get a Stratosphere 2 Free and $50 Google Play Card

Contest: Last Day to Win a $25 Google Play Gift Card From Droid Life! (Updated: Winners Picked!)

Fourth Jelly Bean Update Leaks for Verizon’s Galaxy S3 as VRBLK3