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Here are the OnePlus 8 Pro Specs and Renders You Asked For

Tim March 26, 2020

We are sort of assuming OnePlus will soon launch the OnePlus 8, so it's no surprise that the internet is seeing a healthy fixin' of leaked specs and renders right now. This week, we're getting OnePlus 8 Pro renders from iGeeks Blog, as well as specs for both...

Google Pixel Buds Stop at FCC in Preparation for Launch

Kellen March 26, 2020

We've got another Pixel Buds (2020) sighting! This time, Google's 2nd generation wireless earbuds have stopped through the FCC for approval as they prepare to launch. Google told us as they announced the new Pixel Buds 2 that they would arrive in the spring of...

Home Depot has Nest Hub Max at $50 Off Right Now

Kellen March 25, 2020

I'm up to 2 or 3 smart displays in my house and I get quite a bit of use out of them. The info they present, like reminders, the weather, and recipes, are all handy to have in almost every room. I also get mileage out of their Assistant abilities, smart home...

Thanks to Ads, Google May Soon Make Hundreds of Movies Free to Watch

Tim March 25, 2020

Ads can suck. On the other hand, in some cases, they can be cool. Take for example the latest development inside of the Play Movies app, and by inside, I mean hidden within APK code that was sniffed out by the good people over at XDA. According to a recent...

Stadia Pro Users Getting Three More Free Games for April, Includes Serious Sam Collection

Tim March 25, 2020

Stadia Pro users are being gifted another three games for the month of April, which is great for anyone stuck inside and still subscribed to Google's cloud-based gaming service. The first game is Spitlings, a fast and fun arcade game you can play with four...

Verizon Should Have Given You 15GB of Extra Data Today

Kellen March 25, 2020

Since it's now March 25, you should have received a data bonus today from Verizon. From today through April 30, Big Red is offering up an extra 15GB of data to use across nearly all of their plans. We told you about this move a couple of days ago, but there...

Totallee Makes the Best Minimal Cases for the Galaxy S20 Lineup

Tim March 25, 2020

After my Galaxy S20 Ultra review, I didn't stop using the device. It's my daily driver and I'm proud of that. To ensure I keep my device safe from little drops and scratches, I have been using a thin, minimal case from Totallee. We've covered their goods in...

Stuck at Home Review: EwinRacing Champion Series Gaming Chair

Tim March 25, 2020

Like many of you, I am stuck at home, riding out this damned COVID-19 pandemic. To pass the time, I noticed I've been spending a lot more time on my rump in the home office, whether it be writing things for Droid Life or extended sessions of Call of Duty:...

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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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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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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