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Galaxy S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge+, and S6 Active Won’t Receive Anymore Security Updates (Updated)

Tim April 2, 2018 20

According to Samsung's security website, the Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy S6 Edge+, and Galaxy S6 Active are done receiving Android security updates. UPDATE 4/2 (6:31PM): Samsung added the S6 Edge+ and S6 Active back to their security update list tonight...

Moto G6 Shows Up at Fry’s With $250 Price, May Launch

Kellen April 2, 2018 20

As we mentioned at the end of last week, the Moto G6 family must be days away from an unveiling. In fact, it's looking more and more like April 3 (tomorrow) might be the day, as has been suggested on promotional imagery since we first outed them back in...

T-Mobile Galaxy Note 8 Joins the Oreo Update Party

Kellen April 2, 2018 20

Following AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint Galaxy Note 8 units picking up updates to Oreo last week, T-Mobile joined the fun over the weekend. The update sure seems to be live for everyone who owns it, as a number of readers let us know about it. The T-Mobile...

Weekly Recap: Easter Bunny x S9 Reviews

Kellen March 30, 2018 20

Another big week around these parts! We posted both written and video reviews of the Galaxy S9 and S9+. Our opinions on both are probably what most expected, even if Samsung fankids are throwing some fits. Overall, we found both to be really good phones, but...

Always On Display for Galaxy S8, Note 8 Updated to Support GIFs

Tim March 30, 2018 20

An update for Always On Display on the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8+, and Galaxy Note 8 includes GIF support, just as it is on the new Galaxy S9 and S9+. With this, users can select from a number of fancy preloaded GIF animations to play on their Always On Display,...

You can Download and Use the Pixel 3’s Double Bubble Launcher Right Now

Kellen March 30, 2018 20

Yesterday, the folks at XDA discovered what they believed to be a new Pixel Launcher search bar style that was being built for the upcoming Pixel 3 or Pixel 2018. It featured a double bubble layout, with the microphone for Google Assistant sitting on its own...

Podcast: Galaxy S9 Reviews are In!

Kellen March 30, 2018 20

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 you'll want to tune in to find out if we're sticking with either phone going forward. After that we'll move on...

MyFitnessPal Informs Users of Data Breach, Usernames and Passwords Compromised

Tim March 30, 2018 20

Yesterday, MyFitnessPal announced a data breach, one that affects its database of usernames, email addresses, and passwords associated with those accounts (the majority with the hashing function called bcrypt used to secure passwords). While MyFitnessPal...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 3

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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YouTube TV Will Offer 10 Genre-Specific Plans in 2026

Tim December 10, 2025 18

More choice and more flexibility. That's what everyone has been clamoring for lately. If you'll recall, YouTube TV used to be...

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This Galaxy Watch Ultra Kicked to 50% Off

Kellen December 19, 2025 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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 20

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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Best Buy Kicks Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra to $699 ($500 Off)

Kellen December 16, 2025 20

The final days of Xmas shopping are upon us and you may be looking for a last minute deal to finish off a shopping list or to...

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Google Sends Out $200 Credit Towards Pixel 10 Pro, Bringing Price to New Low

Tim December 15, 2025 20

Google is sending out $200 in credit towards the purchase of a Pixel 10 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL to eligible members, which can...

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Verizon Offers $25/Mo for 4 Lines, Free Flagship Phones For Those Who Switch

Tim December 15, 2025 20

Those following carrier news in 2025, you may be aware of Verizon's struggles. Last month, the company's new CEO announced 13...

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