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Verizon is Ready for the ‘Big Game’ This Weekend

Tim February 1, 2021 5

Big events, such as this weekend's Super Bowl, are a great time for carriers like Verizon to convince us that 5G is here and it's magical. It's unfortunate that many won't be able to attend the festivities in Tampa Bay, but the carrier has plenty in store to...

February 2021 Android Security Update Now Available for Pixel Devices

Kellen February 1, 2021 20

A fresh month always means a fresh Android update has been prepared by Google, and we are getting just that to kick off February. Available now, we have the February Android security patch for Pixel phones, with builds for the Pixel 3, Pixel 3a, Pixel 4, Pixel...

Ford Chooses Android Automotive as Infotainment OS of Choice

Tim February 1, 2021 24

Ford and Google announced a strategic partnership this morning, one that will see Android Automotive as the infotainment OS of choice starting in 2023 vehicles. Additionally, Google Cloud will be the automaker's preferred cloud provider, promising to, "...

Galaxy Z Flip 5G Just Got a $250 Price Cut

Tim February 1, 2021 8

Samsung announced this morning that it has permanently cut the price of the Galaxy Z Flip 5G down by $250, meaning the device has a new starting price of $1199. And don't be thinking this is because no one is buying these flip phones. According to Samsung,...

Anker’s Slim 65W USB-C Charger Fits Anywhere, Charges Everything Fast for $30 Today

Kellen February 1, 2021 6

Having a slim charger that can do it all is one of those goals you should set if you haven't met it yet. I can't tell you how handy it has been to have a charger in my kitchen that can fast charge my phone and also handle powering up my laptop when necessary....

Galaxy S21 Pre-Orders are Done But You Can Still Get $700 Off, Extra Freebies

Kellen January 29, 2021 32

We might have reached launch day for the Galaxy S21, S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra, but the deals are still flowing. Samsung, bless their hearts, will give you an instant $700 off if you have a decent phone to trade-in. On top of that, they are tossing in up to $...

Samsung’s One UI 3.1 Kinda Hides Google Device Controls

Tim January 29, 2021 13

When using a Pixel device with Android 11, users can access Google's device controls, such as controls for Nest thermostat or Nest video doorbells, directly from the power menu. What Samsung Galaxy owners are realizing, now that their devices are being updated...

Podcast: We Have the Galaxy S21

Kellen January 29, 2021 2

For this episode of the Droid Life Show, there's really only one thing to talk about - the fact that we have a Galaxy S21 Ultra and Galaxy S21. The phones are finally in the house, we've spent a couple of days with them, and we get to share our initial...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 2

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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 5

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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