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Question of the Day: What’s Your Favorite Google Assistant Feature?

Kellen November 17, 2017 160

I've found in recent months that I use the Google Assistant more and more. That could be because I've tried to add more Google Home units around the house and my wife and I enjoy yelling at them, but it's more likely that I'm using it more because Google keeps...

Xiaomi Launches Select Lifestyle Products to Amazon, Like Earbuds and a Robot Builder

Tim November 17, 2017 160

Xiaomi has hit Amazon in the US, launching a few lifestyle products that could be solid holiday gift ideas. On Amazon, there's four products highlighted currently. We have a 10,000mAh power bank for just $30, in-ear headphones for $26, some fancy Mi headphones...

Here are a Couple of Free Android-Themed Justice League Wallpapers

Kellen November 17, 2017 160

To celebrate the arrival of the new Justice League movie, Google has already teamed up with Warner Bros and DC to promote the film through Android Pay. We talked earlier in the week about how you can unlock a bunch of fun animations starring Justice League...

OnePlus 5T is Here

Kellen November 17, 2017 160

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'll dive into the upgrades over the 5, if it's a phone to consider, and also about where OnePlus is headed....

T-Mobile is Doing a BOGO Free Phone Deal Right Now

Kellen November 17, 2017 160

T-Mobile brought back their buy one, get one free phone deal today to kick off their holiday shopping season. That means you can buy two Galaxy S8 or Note 8 devices and one will be free, as long as you follow a set of steps and don't expect that second phone...

YouTube TV App Makes Its Way to Select LG, Samsung Smart TVs

Tim November 16, 2017 160

Announced today, the official YouTube TV app is available for owners of a Smart TV from LG and Samsung. While specific models aren't stated on YouTube TV's support page, it does list years, being 2016 and 2017 models. If you own a Samsung Smart TV and would...

DEAL: Amazon Echo Show is $30 Off Today Only

Kellen November 16, 2017 160

The Amazon Echo Show is currently discounted by $30 to just $199.99, thanks to it being labeled as one of Oprah's Favorite Things. Unfortunately, the deal is only good for today, according to the listing. If you want one, you better jump on this. To recap, the...

Download: OnePlus 5T Wallpapers!

Kellen November 16, 2017 160

The OnePlus 5T won't be out until November 21, but we have been blessed with its wallpapers already this afternoon. Hampus Olsson, the guy who has made OnePlus phone wallpapers for years, dropped the 5T pack on us and it is as good as ever. Below, we've...

Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 9

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 2

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 1

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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December Pixel Watch Update Rolls Out to Pixel Watch 2 and Above

Kellen December 9, 2025 6

Google announced new features for the Pixel Watch 3 and Pixel Watch 4 this morning, but didn't tell us exactly how those...

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Pixel Watch 4 Updates Bring New Gestures, Smarter Smart Replies

Kellen December 9, 2025 1

The Pixel Watch 4 is seeing its own little Feature Drop this morning with a handful of new features. Google is adding a...

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Google Sends First Big Update to Android XR and Galaxy XR With PC Connect, More

Kellen December 8, 2025 1

Google finished hosting the latest in "The Android Show" today and the topic at hand was Android XR. We knew this show was...

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YouTube Premium Kicking 40% Off Pixel 10 for Subscribers

Kellen December 17, 2025 160

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 160

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 160

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 160

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 160

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 160

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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We’re at the Point Where You Only Buy a Pixel 10 Pro if It’s $300 Off

Kellen December 8, 2025 160

Paying full price for Google's Pixel devices is certainly a thing you could do. If you are the type to buy something on the...

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Samsung Pulls Out Galaxy S25 Ultra Deal I’ve Never Seen Before

Kellen December 7, 2025 160

Even with last weekend well behind us, there are still Cyber Week deals to be had through places like Samsung. They appear to...

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