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Netflix App on Android Receives Tablet UI Overhaul, Ahead of iPad Version

Kellen November 15, 2011 34

The Netflix team released an update to their Android app today that includes a new tablet experience for bigger screened devices. The Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet are supported as well, so the timing couldn't have been better. It's very similar to what you see...

Kellen November 14, 2011 309

I'm as confused as you are by that title. The DROID Incredible was supposed to receive Gingerbread (Android 2.3) back in September, but as non-rooted owners of the device know, that sort of happened yet didn't at the same time. It vanished as quickly as it was...

Kellen November 14, 2011 163

This morning, we received photo evidence leading us to believe that the Verizon 4G LTE version of Galaxy Nexus will launch with a bigger 1850mAh battery - 100mAh more than the GSM-Euro version. Also included with that photo was a list of accessories that...

Tim November 14, 2011 36

Quickoffice Pro is one of the most popular, yet highly priced Android apps available. For $15 it gives you access to many cloud storage services for grabbing files on the go, editing documents, and a list of features that is sure to get any office readers we...

Kellen November 14, 2011 2490

It's week 3 of the November Gobbler Gaming Giveaway brought to you by NVIDIA, the Tegra Zone and Droid Life! We have already handed out a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 and Asus Transformer during the first two weeks, but things are about to get even spicier. For...

Kellen November 14, 2011 162

Soooo, the Android team is uploading Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0) source right now. It should be done shortly and from there, it's all up for grabs. This would be the same version as you will see shipping on the Galaxy Nexus, which is Android 4.0.1....

Tim November 14, 2011 29

It has been the talk of the day, that Google would be making the announcement for their Google Music Store on November 16. Invitations just rolled into our inboxes and we are seeing that it is not just Google on the bill. Looks as though T-Mobile is sharing...

Tim November 14, 2011 9

A new version for the YouTube app has just been released, bringing Google's "+1" button to videos. Editing video information while uploading is also going to save you some time if you are constantly uploading videos of your precious kitty. Don't forget to...

Galaxy Z TriFold In US Samsung Stores Tomorrow, But You Can’t Buy It

Tim January 22, 2026 9

Galaxy Z TriFold launch is literally right around the corner, with units headed to select Samsung Experience Stores across...

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What’s Your Carrier’s Device Unlock Policy: T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T

Kellen January 21, 2026 9

One of the hottest topics of the moment for the US wireless industry is device unlock policies or SIM unlock policies. With...

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Verizon Wastes No Time Switching Device Unlock Policy to 365 Days

Kellen January 20, 2026 9

When the FCC cleared Verizon of its 60-day device unlock policy a week ago, we talked about how the government agency, which...

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Samsung Makes New Bixby Official in One UI 8.5 With Perplexity AI

Kellen January 20, 2026 9

The betas of One UI 8.5, as well as supposedly leaked screenshots, showed a potentially renewed investment in Bixby from...

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How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 9

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 9

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 9

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 9

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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 34

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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Netflix App on Android Receives Tablet UI Overhaul, Ahead of iPad Version

DROID Incredible Finally Receiving Gingerbread Update Right Now?

Galaxy Nexus Car Mount for $39.99, 2-Minute Video of the Android 4.0 Camera Software

Amazon Offering $15 Quickoffice Pro As Free App Of The Day

NGGG Tablet Giveaway #3 – Win a Galaxy Tab 10.1, Jambox and $25 Gift Card from NVIDIA and the Tegra Zone

Ice Cream Sandwich Source Available Now, Same Android 4.0.1 Build as the Galaxy Nexus

T-Mobile and Google Hosting Concert Just Hours After Their November 16 Android Event

YouTube App Updated, Brings +1 Button And Video Info Editing While Uploading