Android Games: Free, Paid, and Must-Haves

Location Spoofer Helps Cave Trolls Play Ingress From the Comfort of Home (Update)

Tim November 29, 2012 57

After admitting that I was a self-proclaimed cave troll on last night's Droid Life Show, a reader sent in a tip that will help me and others like me to play Google's Ingress game that relies on actually leaving the house and walking around. The app is called...

Tim November 29, 2012 57

All the way back in July, SEGA poked at us, getting us all excited that Android would see the release of Jet Set Radio sometime this summer. Sure, it's practically December now, but we still love you, SEGA. Starting this morning, you can go pick up the...

Tim November 29, 2012 57

This isn't the first time we have brought up Predators, because frankly, it's a total blast. For a limited time, the game is on sale through Google Play for only a dollar, instead of the usual $2. At this price, it's a steal. What makes the game intriguing is...

Tim November 28, 2012 57

If you have already gone through Tatooine and the Death Star levels of Angry Birds Star Wars, then you're just like me and are patiently awaiting news for when we could see Hoth finally arrive. Well, Rovio just announced that it will be arriving tomorrow as a...

Tim November 27, 2012 57

There are a billion Mario wannabe games on Google Play. In fact, as we all know, it's not just Google Play. It's every console, ever. Today, I stumbled on one that doesn't actually make me run for the hills. It's called Ultra Dario World. Yeah, it's a lame...

Tim November 27, 2012 57

In the mood for a game that will more than likely take you forever to beat? This is Hamilton's Adventure. Released exclusively for Tegra-powered devices, the game mixes an Indiana Jones-type character with some extreme puzzles that would fluster some of the...

Tim November 21, 2012 57

Marvel fans, you can now go get your Hulk on. Moments ago, the Avengers Initiative went live on Google Play for a special promotional price of $4.99. The first episode of this epic masterpiece is played through with the character Hulk, as you track down and...

Eric November 16, 2012 57

On the Droid Life Show this week, I gave a special shout out to a game I found in the Play Store called DareDogs. The game itself is a fun air combat game that pits you and your pups against other planes in an effort to come out the top dog. You can take...

It’s Time for One UI 8 Updates on Your Galaxy S25 Series

Kellen September 15, 2025 7

After several beta builds and an expansion to more devices, Samsung announced today that stable Galaxy S25 One UI 8 updates...

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Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL Review: Still the Best in Android

Kellen September 12, 2025 21

The Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL have been out for a couple of weeks now and we've been testing them for even longer. If...

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Pixel 10 Review: It’s a Pixel 9, But With Magnets

Tim September 11, 2025 22

Apologies for the delay, but here's what you've been waiting for. We have had time to use the Pixel 10 for the past couple of...

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Oh, Google Apparently Pulled Daily Hub on the Pixel 10 Series

Kellen September 9, 2025 8

Apologies if I had any part in its demise, but apparently Google has pulled the Daily Hub feature from its Pixel 10 series....

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Nova Launcher Founder Asked to Step Away, Cease Open Sourcing Efforts

Tim September 8, 2025 36

Kevin Barry, the founder and original developer of Nova Launcher is stepping away from the forever-loved Android launcher app...

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Here’s the Galaxy S26 Edge

Tim September 5, 2025 15

It was only yesterday when we got eyes on the Galaxy S26 lineup of devices in the form of dummy units. As we expected, the...

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OnePlus Creating Own Imaging Engine, Wants to Pass Pinch-to-Zoom Test

Tim September 5, 2025 2

OnePlus CEO Pete Lau wrote a letter yesterday, detailing plans for the Android OEM to build and launch its very own imaging...

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Pixel Drop Live Today, Brings Material Expressive 3 UI to All Pixel Phones

Tim September 3, 2025 31

Google announced the latest Pixel Drop this morning, headed to all Pixel phones dating back to the Pixel 6 lineup (and Pixel...

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DEAL: Buy Pixel 10 Pro, Get $100 in Your Google Wallet

Tim September 16, 2025 57

Google is celebrating its birthday with limited time deals on its latest Pixel devices. For anyone who has had an eye on the...

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Google’s New Pixel 10 Referral Program Smacks 10% Off in First Discount

Kellen September 9, 2025 57

Google sent out emails today to detail their new Pixel 10 referral program for those who were previously in the program. The...

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DEAL: Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra Gets Free Doubled Storage, Up to $800 With Trade-in

Tim September 8, 2025 57

Samsung is providing a very good deal on the new Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra during its launch period, attempting to get as many...

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Two Days Left to Get Free $200 Google Store Credit When You Buy Pixel 10 Pro

Tim September 2, 2025 57

Google's offer of a free $200 credit to the Google Store when you buy a Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL is set to expire on...

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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Ultra is $300 Off

Kellen August 29, 2025 57

Here's a good deal on a phone that isn't the Pixel 10 - Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is $300 off and you don't have to trade-in...

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You Can Get a Pixel 10 Pro for Free

Kellen August 29, 2025 57

The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL are all available from the typical retailers as well as all major US carriers...

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Reserve New Galaxy Tab, Get Free $50 Credit and Upgraded Storage

Tim August 28, 2025 57

Late in the day yesterday, Samsung confirmed its next Galaxy Event will take place on September 4. At that time, we expect...

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DEAL: Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $300 Off, No Trade-in Required

Tim August 27, 2025 57

Samsung is hosting a group of deals on its website this week, maybe in an attempt to steal a bit of Google's Pixel 10 thunder...

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