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Lenovo Smart Clock Review: About as Exciting as a Clock Can Be

Tim June 3, 2019

Here we are, reviewing smart clocks. 2019 is awesome! After waiting months for Lenovo to release the Smart Clock since its unveiling at CES this past January, the time has come! Priced at just $79, there isn't a lot you need to know about this little device,...

DEAL: Unlocked 256GB Galaxy S10e is $650 Right Now, Others $200 Off Too

Kellen June 2, 2019

Samsung wants you to buy a Galaxy S10 with a lot of extra storage right now. If you buy any of the Galaxy S10 family members with 256GB or more of storage, they'll slash $100 off. If you decide you want a Galaxy S10 with that much storage, B&H Photo will...

DEAL: Fossil Sport Drops to $154 at Amazon, Explorist Gen 4 to $150

Kellen June 2, 2019

Amazon is hosting a huge sale on two of the best Fossil smartwatches at the moment, with the Fossil Sport down to its lowest price ever. We aren't sure the occasion, but if you want a Fossil Wear OS watch, this is the time to buy. As I mentioned, the Fossil...

DEAL: Google Nest Hub for $67, Down From the Usual $129

Tim May 31, 2019

For a limited time, massgenie is hosting a big time sale on Google Nest Hub units, the smart displays from Google that used to be called Home Hubs. Thanks to the deal hitting its Power Deal minimum, the units are going for just $67, which is an insane mark...

Podcast: Moto Mods Live!

Kellen May 31, 2019

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're catching up on a couple of weeks worth of news, but will kick off with the Moto Z4. Motorola is back with another Moto Mod-ready phone that has some decent upgrades and a not-terrible price. We'll also dive into...

Report: Amazon Has Interest in Buying Boost Mobile

Tim May 31, 2019

For the merge between T-Mobile and Sprint to take place, it's been reported that the joined companies, known as the New T-Mobile, would have to sell off Boost Mobile, a Sprint-operated prepaid brand. A likely buyer appears to be Amazon, as reported by Reuters....

New Google Home Device Stops at FCC, but What the Hell is It?

Kellen May 31, 2019

I don't know what exactly it is, but a new Google "media device" showed up at the FCC this morning with a model number that looks like it would fit nicely into the Google Home or Google Nest families of products. The device is listed under Google's FCC ID as...

Google Play’s Latest Redesign is Rolling Out, Brings That Bottom Bar Hotness

Tim May 31, 2019

The latest redesign for Google Play is now hitting user devices, spotted by the fantastic folks over on reddit. The major change is the addition of a bottom bar for navigation. There are dedicated sections for Games, Apps, Movies, and Books. Previously, these...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 2

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 5

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 6

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 3

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 12

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 4

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 2

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 12

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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There’s a Way to Get $700 Off a Pixel 10 Pro XL

Kellen December 22, 2025

While we typically recommend buying phones unlocked and without a contract that ties you to a carrier, there are some...

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This Pixel Watch 4 at $150 Off is Almost Gone

Kellen December 22, 2025

When the Pixel Watch 4 first released, it sure looked like a device that might not have been a major upgrade over the Pixel...

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Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025

The Galaxy Watch Ultra is not an inexpensive watch on most days. $650 for a smartwatch will never be an easy amount to...

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Samsung Goes Instant $400 Off on Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen December 18, 2025

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is $1,000 off if you have a trade-in or an instant $400 off without one. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 deals...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025

Google is pulling out all of the promos from several services to try and get you to buy one of their new Pixel 10 series...

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Google Pixelsnap Qi2 Charger Gets First Ever Discount

Kellen December 16, 2025

The Pixel 10 series features a handful of upgrades, but one of the most noteworthy is the introduction of Qi2 and magnets...

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DEAL: Pixel Watch 3 LTE With a 40% Drop in Price is Best Ever

Kellen December 16, 2025

The Pixel Watch 4 is a winner of a watch because Google brought a couple of fun upgrades for 2025. However, the Pixel Watch 3...

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