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Daydream Summer Sale Has VR Titles on Sale for Up to 60% Off

Tim August 11, 2017 1

Do you enjoy virtual reality? Or, maybe, your Galaxy S8 just received Daydream support and you're ready to give it a try? Well, now would be a good time. Launched today, Google is hosting a "Daydream Summer Sale," marking a few VR titles up to 60% off. As for...

OK, Yeah, the Moto X4 Looks Pretty Hot

Kellen August 11, 2017 1

Yesterday, I shared some not-so-friendly thoughts about the yet-to-be-announced Moto X4. My approach there was two-fold, really: 1) The Moto X line has always been about customization, not shiny glass coating with limited choices; and 2) It seems unnecessary...

Moto X4 Leaks and I Don’t Get It

Kellen August 10, 2017 1

Ready to see some pictures of the yet-to-be-announced Moto X4? Cool, here you go. Now someone explain to me why this phone exists? Anyone? Because we already have the super low-end Moto E4 line, the mid-tier Moto G5 line (with S models on the way), and the...

Did You Get YouTube’s New Sharing/Messaging Feature?

Kellen August 10, 2017 1

On Monday, YouTube announced its new sharing feature for at least the third time (that's not an exaggeration), suggesting that it was finally rolling out to everyone. I still didn't get access until Tim invited me yesterday, but it is readily available now to...

SEGA Classic Ristar Now Available for Android

Tim August 10, 2017 1

All the way from 1995, SEGA's Ristar is now available for Android and iOS devices. While I may have only been 5 years old in '95, I understand the importance of this character, as it was based off an original idea that would later become Sonic the Hedgehog....

Why Aren’t You Just Waiting for the Pixel 2 and Pixel XL 2?

Kellen August 10, 2017 1

I don't ask that question because I have anything against the soon-to-be-announced Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or LG V30 or iPhone 8. I ask it because after experiencing last year's Google Pixel and Pixel XL for months, taking a break to review other flagship...

#TBT: The Funkiest Designed Android Phones in Recent Memory

Tim August 10, 2017 1

During last week's The Droid Life Show, I was reminded of the Samsung Continuum. You know, the phone from 2010 that had a ticker display below the capacitive buttons? Either way, it got me thinking, let's highlight a few of the Android devices that we would...

DEAL: Moto G5 Plus is Just $179.99 Today at Amazon ($50 Off)

Kellen August 10, 2017 1

The Moto G5 Plus (our review) is a budget-friendly phone that performs closer to a high-end phone. It's a good phone first, but when you factor in the reasonable price, it becomes a steal and a phone anyone without $700 to blow on a phone should consider. And...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025 1

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 2

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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 1

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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