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Weekly Recap: DL Show Looking Extra Fresh, You Should Check It Out

Kellen May 25, 2018 2

We thought that this week might be a slower week in terms of big news, but that wasn't really been the case. We got the HTC U12+, learned that Essential might be killing their next phone, heard rumors that Samsung is returning to Wear OS, and saw the launch of...

DEAL: Nest Thermostats are Up to $50 Off, Plus You Get a Free Google Home Mini

Kellen May 25, 2018 2

Since it's Memorial Day Weekend, the deals are flowing at tech retailers. We already told you about that sweet Nanoleaf Aurora deal, but this one might be better. Best Buy has all sorts of discounts on Google Home bundles, including this drop on Nest...

DEAL: Get a Nanoleaf Aurora Rhythm Starter Kit for $30 Off, Down to $199

Tim May 25, 2018 2

Nanoleaf Aurora, one of my favorite smart lighting systems on the market, is currently on sale at Best Buy thanks to Memorial Day. With the promotion, Best Buy is listing a Rhythm Starter Kit for $30 off its usual price, bringing it down to $199. Included in...

Essential Pushing Update to Android P Beta Users, Fixes Cellular Issues and More

Tim May 25, 2018 2

Essential is in the process of sending out an update via OTA to users of the Android P beta, something we weren't quite expecting today. Earlier this week, it was reported that Essential has essentially cancelled any plans for an Essential Phone 2, which was...

Great: Ads Showing Up in the Google Feed

Kellen May 25, 2018 2

As if the Google Feed, formerly known as Google Now, couldn't fall further into the hole of questionable Google decisions that ruin perfectly great products, some users are now seeing ads in-between article cards. Great! Exactly what we were looking for. We...

Podcast: Swimming in Phones

Kellen May 25, 2018 2

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're back to talk about this week's big phone announcement of the HTC U12+. Does it stand a chance? How good is it? Should you buy one? We'll tackle all of that after spending some time with the phone earlier in the...

Pioneer’s New In-Dash Receivers Support Wireless Android Auto, Start at $699

Tim May 25, 2018 2

Pioneer announced a new lineup on in-dash receivers last night, all of which support Android Auto. Not only do they support Google's mobile platform for cars, but they support it wirelessly, meaning there is no need to always plug your phone into your vehicle...

LG G7 ThinQ Now Up for Pre-Order at Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint

Kellen May 25, 2018 2

The LG G7 ThinQ is up for pre-order at all of the major US carriers that decided to sell it. That would mean everyone except AT&T, who passed on the device for a re-make of the V30 later this year. The prices you'll find at Verizon, T-Mobile, and Sprint...

How to Claim the $20 Verizon Outage Credit

Kellen January 15, 2026 11

Verizon announced today that it would give all of its customers a $20 credit after experiencing a 10-hour outage yesterday....

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones

Kellen January 14, 2026 3

Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After...

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Google Just Gave Gemini “Personal Intelligence”

Kellen January 14, 2026 3

Google's Gemini now has Personal Intelligence and can reason across your data, assuming you give it access. For AI as an...

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2026 January Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

Kellen January 12, 2026 10

We've entered 2026 and the first Google Pixel update of the year is here. For those with a still-supported Pixel phone or...

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Apple to Use Gemini to Power New Features on iPhone

Tim January 12, 2026 5

Google and Apple released a joint statement today, announcing a multi-year collab which will bring Gemini to Apple's...

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Galaxy S25 Sales Going Up When It Should Be Going Down

Tim January 12, 2026 7

There's something funky going on with Samsung's Galaxy S25 series sales numbers. As one might imagine, after the first few...

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Google Gave Your Gmail 3 Actually Useful Gemini Features for Free

Kellen January 8, 2026 7

Not that any of us expected Google to dial back on the Gemini push as we enter 2026, but I'm also not sure I anticipated them...

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T-Mobile’s New “Better Value” Has Lots of Data and a 3-Line Requirement

Kellen January 7, 2026 9

T-Mobile announced its new Better Value plan with all of the data, included streaming perks, and a 3-line requirement. T-...

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Samsung Smacks $1,000 Off Galaxy Z Fold 7

Kellen January 16, 2026 2

The Galaxy Z Fold 7 remains the best foldable in the game. In my opinion, there isn't a foldable close to this one - it's...

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“Final Call” on Google’s $250 Off Pixel 10 Pro Deal

Kellen January 15, 2026 2

We know this isn't actually the "final call" on Pixel 10 Pro deals because Google is always running deals on its smartphones,...

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Galaxy Watch Ultra for $329 Currently Unbeatable ($320 Off)

Tim January 15, 2026 2

For Android users looking to match what Apple offers with the Apple Watch Ultra, the Galaxy Watch Ultra is currently the...

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Pixel 10 Pro Slapped With Fresh $250 Off Discount

Kellen January 4, 2026 2

Google opened up its New Year's deals this weekend, bringing a new wave of discounts to all of its newest and best products....

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Pixel Watch 4 Gets $100 Discount to End the Year

Kellen December 31, 2025 2

Grabbing a Pixel Watch 4 to end 2025 is a thing you can do at its biggest discount to date. The LTE models are all $100 off,...

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Samsung Likes Taking $250 Off Its Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 30, 2025 2

Starting off a new year with a new phone sounds like a pretty fun idea to me. As someone who switches phones every month or...

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Galaxy Watch Ultra at $399 Still Available ($250 Off)

Tim December 26, 2025 2

For those with an aging Galaxy timepiece on the wrist, now is a good time to consider an upgrade. Samsung is offering very...

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Samsung Takes $1000 Off Galaxy Z Fold 7, Provides Free Storage Upgrade

Tim December 24, 2025 2

The holidays are a great time spoil others, but maybe it's time you were just a tad bit selfish and thought about your own...

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