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Episode 171: Podcast: “Chat”

Kellen April 20, 2018 2

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're talking heavily about Google's latest messaging adventure, which is their rebranding of RCS Universal Profile to "Chat." We'll talk about what this means for the future of Android messaging, if you should care, and...

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Broadcast live every week, the Droid Life Show is one the best ways for any Android or tech fan to catch up on the latest in industry news. From reviews to rants, each show is a mix of entertainment and straightforward commentary on the topics that matter.

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Episode 170

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,...

Episode 169

Podcast: Galaxy S9 Reviews are In!

Kellen March 30, 2018 2

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're sharing those final thoughts on the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+! Both written and video reviews are in, so...

Episode 168

Podcast: Ditching the Android Part

Kellen March 16, 2018

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we want to talk more about the Galaxy S9 and S9+ now that they are readily available at your local wireless...

Episode 167

Podcast: Android P x Galaxy S9

Kellen March 9, 2018 2

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're running through the week's biggest news - the first developer preview of Android P. It's hard to believe...

Episode 166

Podcast: Looking Back at MWC 2018

Kellen March 2, 2018 5

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're recapping all of the big news out of MWC 2018, like the Galaxy S9, Sony's Xperia XZ2 line, ASUS' iPhone...

Episode 165

Podcast: Yes, Sony, Let’s Do This.

Kellen February 23, 2018 5

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're getting hyped for MWC, which starts this weekend. We've got big events from Samsung and Sony, plus a...

Episode 164

Podcast: Bring on Android iMessage

Kellen February 9, 2018

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're diving into the latest rumors on the Galaxy S9 (because why not?), but also talking through a bunch of...

Episode 163

Podcast: This is (Likely) the Galaxy S9

Kellen January 26, 2018 3

On this return episode of the Droid Life Show, we're reacting to our first clean shots/press renders of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+. We also have a...

Episode 162

Podcast: Best of CES 2018 Show!

Kellen January 12, 2018 4

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're recapping CES 2018 and talking about our Best of CES 2018 picks! We loved the fun stuff that Nanoleaf...

Episode 161

The Droid Life Show: Episode 161 – PEACE, 2017.

Kellen December 29, 2017 5

On this final Droid Life Show of 2017, we're running through another great year in Android. This may not be a day-by-day recap, but we'd love to talk...

Episode 160

RIP, Net Neutrality

Kellen December 14, 2017 21

On this Thursday edition of the Droid Life Show, we're back to cover this week's net neutrality repeal, our OnePlus 5T and Pixel Buds reviews, as well...

Episode 159

Fast Charging Balls

Kellen December 1, 2017 2

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we return from a holiday break to share initial thoughts on the OnePlus 5T after spending the past week with...

Episode 158

OnePlus 5T is Here

Kellen November 17, 2017 4

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're talking (as you probably grabbed from the title) about the latest phone from OnePlus, the OnePlus 5T. We...

Episode 157

No U11+ for You

Kellen November 3, 2017 14

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're recapping the week in Android that included our LG V30 review, the unveiling of HTC's U11+ and the Razer...

Episode 156

Burn-in Man

Kellen October 27, 2017 10

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we'll catch you up on the latest in Pixel 2 XL display drama now that Google has weighed-in with findings from...

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Why Does Everyone Think All-Glass Smartphones are Premium?

Kellen April 23, 2018 10

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Ugh, Let’s Talk About Google and RCS and “Chat” and the Death of Allo and…Ugh

Kellen April 19, 2018 10

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Pixel 3 Wishlist: Give Me These Goodies, Google

Kellen April 18, 2018 10

Since the Pixel 2 XL is my iPhone, it makes sense that the phone I'm most looking forward to in 2018 is the Pixel 3, assuming...

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Android Manufacturers Agree With Apple, the iPhone X is the Future

Kellen April 17, 2018 10

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Kellen April 13, 2018 10

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...

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Tim April 10, 2018 10

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Essential Phone 2 Doesn’t Need to Change Much to be the Phone of the Year

Kellen April 9, 2018 10

After spending this past weekend using almost nothing but the Essential Phone, I'm not even close to kidding with that title....

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5 Reasons the Galaxy S9, S9+ Are Worth Buying

Tim April 5, 2018 10

We thought last year's Galaxy S8 and S8+ had everything we needed from a Samsung device, but in typical Samsung fashion, the...

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Kellen April 4, 2018 10

To say that I prefer the software experience on the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL to the software on the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ is...

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April’s Android Security Update Goes Live for Nexus, Pixel Devices (Updated)

Kellen April 2, 2018 10

Google just dropped the April 2018 security patch for Nexus and Pixel devices on us. At this time, we already have both...

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Video: Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+ Review

Kellen March 30, 2018 10

After posting our Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ written review earlier in the week, our video version is now ready for those who...

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Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+ Review

Tim March 26, 2018 10

Samsung's back, offering the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ in 2018. As usual, these will likely be the most popular Android...

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20+ Galaxy S9, S9+ Tips and Tricks!

Tim March 22, 2018 10

We'll soon have up our full review of the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, but as we build up to that, here's a video to help you...

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Verizon CEO Thinks 5G Will Give Your Phone Month-Long Battery Life.

Kellen March 21, 2018 10

Verizon CEO Lowell McAdam, you are a wild man, sir. Speaking at IBM's Think 2018 conference this week, McAdam spent some time...

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Camera Shootout: Galaxy S9+ vs. Pixel 2 XL

Tim March 19, 2018 10

We've got the Galaxy S9+ in the building, and while we're working to have our complete review up this week, we'd like to take...

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GIVEAWAY: Win 1 of 3 Raspberry Rose LG V30s From Droid Life and LG

Tim March 19, 2018 10

At CES this year, LG announced the new Raspberry Rose color for the V30 (pictured above), but unfortunately, the phone never...

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DEAL: SanDisk 200GB A1 MicroSD Card is Just $56 Today

Kellen April 26, 2018 2

SanDisk's made-for-Android 200GB microSD card is a ridiculously low $55.99 today in an Amazon Gold Box deal. This is the A1...

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DEAL: Save $100 on a Nest Cam IQ, Down to $199

Tim April 25, 2018 2

For the next few hours, Woot! is offering Nest Cam IQ smart cameras at greatly reduced pricing, bringing a single Nest Cam IQ...

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DEAL: Anker SoundBuds Slim+ Wireless Headphones are Just $21.99 With Code

Kellen April 24, 2018 2

Anker's SoundBuds Slim+ wireless headphones are discounted at the moment from their usual $29.99 price. With coupon code, you...

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DEAL: US Unlocked Galaxy S9, S9+ are $50 Off + Free $250 SmartThings Home Monitoring Kit

Kellen April 21, 2018 2

Best Buy just dropped the US unlocked Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ price by $50 in one of the first major deals we've...

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DEAL: And Now the Essential Phone is Just $350 (Another $50 Off)

Kellen April 20, 2018 2

Earlier in the week, the Essential Phone dropped to $399.99 in a temporary sale at both Best Buy and Amazon. Today, the Black...

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DEAL: Get a Nest Thermostat E for Only $109, Save $60

Tim April 18, 2018 2

Woot! is offering new Nest Thermostat E units for just $109.99, down from their usual price of $169.99. That's $60 off on a...

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DEAL: Samsung Store Drops Galaxy S9 Carrier Prices to Match Unlocked, Slashes $200 More Off AT&T

Kellen April 18, 2018 2

When the Samsung Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ were first introduced, we praised Samsung heavily for their pricing on the US...

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Verizon Slashes $300 Off Galaxy S9+, Note 8 (No Trade-In Needed)

Kellen April 17, 2018 2

As I just mentioned, Verizon is running a heck of a deal right now on the Pixel 2 XL that gets you not only $300 off, but a...

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DEAL: Pixel 2 XL is $300 Off at Verizon, Includes Free Google Bundle Still

Kellen April 17, 2018 2

Verizon kicked off another solid deal this morning on its top Android phones that will land you $300 off (no trade-in...

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DEAL: Chromecast is Just $25 Right Now at Target

Kellen April 16, 2018 2

Google's 2nd generation Chromecast is discounted almost everywhere right now, but Target has the best price. While most have...

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DEAL: Essential Drops to $399, Lowest Price Since Black Friday

Kellen April 15, 2018 2

Guys, the Essential Phone has dropped once again to $399.99. That's $100 off and its lowest price since that crazy Black...

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Kellen April 13, 2018 2

Anker sells a PowerWave fast wireless charger on Amazon that is powered by a Quick Charge 3.0 adapter for even faster charges...

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DEAL: Google Pixel 2 at Woot Today for Just $499

Kellen April 12, 2018 2

Google's Pixel 2 popped up at Woot today as a daily deal with a good price. For as little as $499.99, you can get into Google...

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Kellen April 11, 2018 2

UE Blast, one of the newest UE Bluetooth speakers that features Amazon Alexa, is a part of a crazy 1-day sale today. You can...

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DEAL: Amazon Galaxy S9, S9+ Deal Adds $400 Bonus Accessory Bundle for Just $100 Extra

Kellen April 6, 2018 2

Shortly after Samsung started selling the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, they offered up a couple of bonus accessory bundles that...

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DEAL: 50% Off Verizon Pixel 2 or 2 XL – Plus Free Home Mini, Chromecast, YouTube TV

Kellen April 5, 2018 2

Verizon kicked off a new deal this morning that they have been hyping for days. It's a 50% off deal on a number of phones (S9...

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