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Podcast: OnePlus 8 Pro Review!

Kellen April 17, 2020

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, what else are we going to talk about than the newly announced and reviewed OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro? Well, we have other stuff, but that will kick off this week's chat. We'll also dive into the latest on the Pixel 4a,...

OnePlus 8 Pro Review: A Phone With It All and a Decent Price

Kellen April 17, 2020

The year 2020 will without a doubt be a year we'll never forget. With all that is happening, reviewing smartphones during this time is going to feel like an odd exercise, though I hope it at least gives everyone something to take their mind off of the daily...

Verizon Quietly Expands 5G Footprint, Plans 30 New Cities This Year

Kellen April 17, 2020

Verizon isn't stopping its rollout of 5G across the US even in the face of a pandemic. If anything, it sounds like Verizon is moving along in some cities with fewer obstacles now (there's a lot less traffic on the roads these days), possibly bringing 5G to...

Android TV Gets Quick Access to YouTube TV Channels

Tim April 17, 2020

According to a few users on reddit, a change for Android TV is rolling out, bringing quick access to YouTube TV channels directly on your home screen. As you can see in the header image above, once the change hits your Android TV device, you'll see a list of...

Anker’s Eufy Indoor Security Cam 2K Up for Pre-Order for as Little as $26

Kellen April 17, 2020

There is no shortage of home security options these days, with players like Nest and Arlo and Ring all now competing with smaller companies trying to offer similar experiences at fractions of the cost. Anker's Eufy brand is one of those that has really...

Galaxy Z Flip Update Brings Quick Way to Access Camera’s Flex Mode

Tim April 17, 2020

We haven't discussed the Galaxy Z Flip all too much since posting up our review, likely because it's hard to imagine a lot of people are currently using it in the US. It's a sweet little phone, don't get me wrong, but I don't think many saw it as a practical...

Google Hopes Android TV, Google Play, Wear OS Will Help You During This Pandemic

Kellen April 16, 2020

Sitting at home all-day, everyday isn't as easy or as awesome as it sounds. We all still need exercise, friends, content, motivation, and reminders on ways to get through this pandemic healthy. Google think a number of its services can help in big ways. For...

Thursday Poll: Have You Tried Stadia Yet?

Tim April 16, 2020

If you're in an eligible area of the globe Stadia is now free to join! It's been a few days since this happened, and since that's the case, we're curious if anyone who previously hadn't tried Stadia out has done so. The issue many might run into depending on...

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1.1 Released for Pixel Phones!

Tim December 23, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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