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Nothing’s “Ear 1” Earbuds Catch a Bit of a Delay

Kellen June 18, 2021 8

The first product from Carl Pei's Nothing company was supposed to be revealed this month as a pair of earbuds called "Ear 1." With mostly silence surrounding the brand since setting that date, we were beginning to wonder if Ear 1 would arrive on time or if...

Podcast: I Like Android 12 A Lot

Kellen June 18, 2021 2

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're talking Android 12 Beta 2 and just how awesome it is, with its wallpaper theming, new gesture, revamped notification area, and more. We'll also dive into the latest on the Pixel 6, Wear OS' saga between Google and...

You Can Now Pin Conversations in Google Messages

Tim June 18, 2021 5

Google is beginning to push a new function out to its Messages app, that being the ability to pin up to three conversations to the top, allowing you to quick access your go-to conversations. To pin a conversation, you'll simply long press on a thread while on...

Good Day to Grab a Google Nest Hub, Since They are Discounted

Kellen June 18, 2021

As we cruise into Father's Day weekend, a bunch of deals have surfaced on a number of our favorite products. One of those would be the Nest Hub line from Google, where you will currently find both the Nest Hub (2nd Gen) and Nest Hub Max with solid price drops....

NVIDIA SHIELD TV Gets Discover Tab

Tim June 17, 2021 4

If you boot up your updated SHIELD TV device this afternoon, you'll likely notice a change. Starting this week, the Discover tab is headed out to all SHIELD TV units, with rollout expected to be completed by next Thursday. The Discover tab lives next to your...

Google Tells Qualcomm to Chill With Its Wear OS 3.0 Talk

Kellen June 17, 2021 19

The new Wear OS 3.0 update is potentially going to be big for Google's wearable ecosystem. They've worked with Samsung to bring it to reality through a couple of watches that should arrive shortly, plus they have Fossil lined-up with a premium Gen 6 watch....

Godzilla Battle Line Released Worldwide for Android

Tim June 17, 2021 1

Godzilla, for me, is right up there with the Alien franchise. It's my childhood, so whenever something Godzilla-branded makes its way to Google Play, you better believe I'll be checking it out. Unfortunately, TOHO, the company behind Godzilla, doesn't have the...

Google Pixel Buds A-Series Now Available!

Kellen June 17, 2021 17

Google's latest and most affordable true wireless earbuds, the Pixel Buds A-Series, are now available at a store near you. At $99.99, Google managed to shave off $80 from the Pixel Buds (2nd Gen), a pair of earbuds that sounded amazing on paper and were a joy...

Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 is Here for Pixel Devices!

Kellen November 12, 2024 17

Google teased the kick off of Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 as coming "soon" at the beginning of the month. Today, they went ahead...

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Pixel Watch November Update Could Release Today (Updated: Yep)

Kellen November 12, 2024 17

The Pixel Watch has had an awkward last month since Google released Wear OS 5 to the Pixel Watch 1 and Pixel Watch 2. After...

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Google Shows Off Unreleased Pixel Watch Performance Loop Band Again

Kellen November 7, 2024 17

Google keeps teasing us by regularly showing off a Pixel Watch band that they just won't release, even though we've begged...

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November 2024 Android Security Update Available for Google Pixel Devices

Kellen November 6, 2024 17

Following up the massive Android 15 update from last month for all of Google's still-supported Pixel devices, we have the...

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Google Play Promo Slashes 30% Off Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro XL

Kellen November 4, 2024 17

Spending money on Google Play isn't something that everyone is going to be down to do on the regular. That said, there are...

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Android 15 QPR2 Beta is Coming Very Soon

Kellen November 1, 2024 17

Even with yesterday's big news about Android 16 shipping months earlier than we are used to, Google is still prepping for the...

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OnePlus 13 is Official With Solid Upgrades in Battery, Processor, Design

Kellen October 31, 2024 17

OnePlus continued its tradition of announcing its new flagship phone for China today with no word of when or if that device...

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Nest Thermostat (4th Gen) Review: A Stunner of a Smart Home Device

Kellen October 29, 2024 17

The new Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) arrived in late August as a major upgrade to the previous "Learning" model, as...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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 8

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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