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Sprint, T-Mobile Merger is Apparently No Longer Happening

Kellen October 30, 2017 59

According to Nikkei and the Wall Street Journal, Sprint and T-Mobile are no longer negotiating and will likely soon call off steps towards a merger. That news comes as somewhat of a shock, as reports for weeks have suggested that the companies may announce a...

DEAL: Amazon Echo Dot is $10 Off Today (Just $39.99)

Kellen October 30, 2017 59

The Amazon Echo Dot is seeing a $10 discount today at almost every retailer that sells it. That drops the already-reasonable $50 price down to just $40. That also drops the Echo Dot under Google's new Home Mini in case you were trying to decide which to get....

YouTube TV App for Android TV Now Official, Rolling Out This Week to Select Devices

Tim October 30, 2017 59

We just posted a piece that detailed NVIDIA's teasing of a YouTube TV app for Android TV, but now, YouTube has gone and made it official. The native YouTube TV app will start rolling out this week to select Android TV devices, such as the NVIDIA SHIELD TV,...

NVIDIA Says SHIELD TV 6.1 Update Arrives This Week, Hints at YouTube TV Android TV App Too (Updated)

Kellen October 30, 2017 59

NVIDIA's SHIELD TV units recently picked up a major update to v6.0 that included Google Assistant for the Android TV platform. It's major in that Google Assistant turns Android TV into a control hub for your home life by allowing you to get info, access smart...

Verizon Galaxy S8 and S8+ Get KRACK Security Patch

Kellen October 30, 2017 59

Verizon's Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+ picked up new updates over the weekend that were aimed at patching the KRACK WiFi security vulnerability that affects many WiFi connected devices. We haven't touched on KRACK much, but if you are interested in...

Weekly Recap: 2018 Pixel Codenames, Displaygate Part 2, and Much More

Tim October 27, 2017 59

With so much going in Pixel 2 XL display drama-land, Essential dropping the price of its phone, and even us posting the codenames for the 2018 Google Pixels, this week was packed. Earlier in the week, we even found time post up our Pixel 2 & Pixel 2 XL...

Best Deals on This Friday Afternoon: $100 Off Pixel 2, $500 Off Sony 55″ 4K TV, $100 Off UE Megaboom

Kellen October 27, 2017 59

It's Friday, so how does a big dump of tech deals sound? Below, we've gathered up some of the better deals you'll find as we head into the weekend. As of right now, we've got big discounts on Sony Android TVs at Best Buy, typical $100 discounts on the Galaxy...

Burn-in Man

Kellen October 27, 2017 59

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we'll catch you up on the latest in Pixel 2 XL display drama now that Google has weighed-in with findings from their investigation over burn-in reports. In short, they are giving everyone a 2-year warranty, think the...

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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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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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 59

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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