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DEAL: Pixel 2 XL is $400 Off at Best Buy Again Right Now

Kellen March 2, 2018 101

I know that Samsung just opened up pre-orders for the Galaxy S9 and you can save quite a bit off one by trading in your phone, but Best Buy has an even better deal on the Pixel 2 XL, which might still be the better phone. Right now, you can grab one for $400...

Podcast: Looking Back at MWC 2018

Kellen March 2, 2018 101

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 X clone, and 5G happenings. We'll also run through our first impressions of Google Clips, review of the Huawei...

Rylo Releases Android Version and App for Actually Legit 360° Camera

Tim March 2, 2018 101

In the world of 360-degree cameras, I've found that most devices are a tad cheesy and not worth the trouble. It's not that the video is bad, but there has never been software that completely utilizes the fact that you're working with 360-degree video. While...

August Adds Support for DoorSense in Google Assistant, Arlo Picks Up Camera Commands

Kellen March 2, 2018 101

This week, two of the bigger names in the smart home world expanded or added Google Assistant functionality to their products. I'm talking about August and Arlo, two companies whose products should probably be on your short list if you are considering diving...

Huawei Will Launch a Huawei Watch 3, But Not Anytime Soon

Tim March 1, 2018 101

Earlier this week, Huawei's CEO Richard Yu confirmed that the company will release a third iteration of the Huawei Watch, but specifically mentioned that it will come at a later time. According to Yu, "It will come later - there’s no hurry because Huawei Watch...

All the Best Galaxy S9 Deals Right Here (Pre-Orders Live!)

Kellen March 1, 2018 101

Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+ pre-orders are here and the deals joining the launch are pretty wild. If you were considering the Galaxy S9, but thought that it might not be worth the upgrade or that you weren't ready to fork out a bunch of cash, you should look at...

Google Clips First Look and Tour!

Kellen March 1, 2018 101

Now that Google's new smart camera is readily available, we went ahead and picked one up to give it a spin. For those who missed it, I'm talking about Google Clips, the camera that wants to sit by your side, so that it can capture the memories while you live...

Thursday Poll: Are You a Fan of the Top Notch Design?

Tim March 1, 2018 101

Kellen and I have both shared our differing thoughts on the trend of top notches, so now it's your turn to let us know how you're feeling about it. It does seem like a very polarizing subject, but rightfully so. On one hand, we have multiple Android OEMs...

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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 101

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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