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Weekly Recap: Essential Already Getting Us Hyped for Sequel

Tim April 13, 2018 4

If you happened to miss any of the Android happenings this week, you done goofed up. Don't worry, though, that's why we're here! Let's catch you right up! Sony's new Xperia XZ2 lineup is now up for pre-order in the US, we basically reviewed the Nest Hello...

DEAL: Anker’s PowerWave Fast Wireless Charger With Quick Charge 3.0 Adapter is $14 Off

Kellen April 13, 2018 6

Anker sells a PowerWave fast wireless charger on Amazon that is powered by a Quick Charge 3.0 adapter for even faster charges when wired directly. That means you can use the wireless charging pad to get that wireless action (fast with Samsung phones), but if...

Did Google Just Out Android P’s Revamped Navigation Bar With Gesture Support?

Kellen April 13, 2018 37

Google posted to the Android Developers Blog today a story about DNS over TLS support in Android P. It's a fun story, if care about things like a built-in Private DNS mode. If you don't, then you may be interested in another part of this story - the screenshot...

Podcast: Essential 2, Phone of the Year

Kellen April 13, 2018 5

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're back to discuss the latest in Android rumors surrounding upcoming devices like the Pixel 3, OnePlus 6, and LG G7 ThinQ. We've got dates for some of their unveilings, confirmed specs on others, and pure mystery...

Android Auto Wireless Gets Enabled for Pixel, Nexus Devices in Latest Update

Tim April 13, 2018 37

Should you be the owner of a compatible head unit and Android device, you can now utilize Android Auto wirelessly inside of your vehicle. To get Android Auto Wireless working properly, you will need a head unit that features WiFi connectivity. If you need...

Sony Xperia XZ2 and XZ2 Compact Now Up for Pre-Order in US

Kellen April 13, 2018 35

Sony has struggled in the US smartphone market for years due to a number of factors. Their lack of a carrier partner, stale design language, and often delayed releases haven't helped get their phones back on the map. This year, that has changed some with the...

T-Mobile Galaxy S7, S7 Edge Receive April Security Patch

Tim April 12, 2018 11

T-Mobile is shipping out the April security patch to owners of the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge. Following the update, the Galaxy S7 will run build number G930TUVS4BRC1, while the S7 Edge will show G935TUVS4BRC1. Also listed are "various bug fixes," but no...

Android P’s Navigation Bar Rotation Suggestion Button is a Sneaky Good Feature

Kellen April 12, 2018 36

Android P has introduced quite a few changes over Android Oreo that have been fun to play with these past few weeks. We detailed most of them here, but one that we haven't talked much about yet is the new rotation suggestion button in the navigation bar. This...

Thursday Question: What Phone Are You Using Right Now?

Tim September 19, 2024 36

Here's a quick question: What phone are you currently using? It's a simple question, but the answers can vary so greatly...

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Android Automotive’s Android 15 Update Brings Much Needed Improvements

Kellen September 16, 2024 36

Google is preparing a big Android Automotive update that appears to introduce several major changes to the platform. They...

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Android 15 QPR1 Beta 2 is Here for Pixel Devices

Kellen September 12, 2024 36

You are all still waiting for the official release of Android 15 on Pixel devices, which should drop within the next several...

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Pixel Watch 3 Review: Bigger and Mostly the Same

Kellen September 11, 2024 36

Google announced its 3rd generation Pixel Watch a few weeks back in two sizes for the first time, with new features added to...

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Three Reasons Pixel 9 Series is Worth the Upgrade

Tim September 10, 2024 36

We came across a post online recently that shared an opinion on the Pixel 9 series, saying that it was "too d*mn expensive"...

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Galaxy S24 One UI 6.1.1 Update Lands in US

Kellen September 9, 2024 36

When Samsung announced a week ago that it was (finally) ready to release the long-awaited One UI 6.1.1 update for most of its...

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Verizon Reduces Autopay Discount by 50% on Older Plans to Get You to Switch

Kellen September 4, 2024 36

Verizon has a new move to try and get you out of your older unlimited plan and onto their current offerings, known as myPlan....

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September 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen September 3, 2024 36

Google just told us that Android 15 won't arrive on your Pixel phone for a few more weeks, so before that happens, they went...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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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Google Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 12, 2022 4

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are here! Well, we've had them for a good week now, but yours should be arriving at any...

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