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Android Feature Request: Please Allow Google Play Movies, Netflix Downloads on Android TV

Kellen March 2, 2018 30

As someone who ditched cable well over a year ago in favor of streaming all-the-things, I've found it hard to believe that services like Google Play Movies & TV and Netflix won't allow me to store any content offline on Android TV. It's actually become...

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 5

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 7

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 4

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 25

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 58

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 33

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...

What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025 30

The iPhone 17 won't arrive for months, likely after Google releases its Pixel 10 series. For the most part, all talk around...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 30

Some of you have been lucky enough to receive your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders a day early, thanks to Google's wildly...

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Pixel Watch 2 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 30

The Pixel Watch 2 has been on my wrist for a full week and my list of notes has only grown. I've tested sleep tracking, put...

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Video: Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5 Unboxing!

Tim July 27, 2023 30

Samsung was gracious enough to send us its latest foldables devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. Naturally,...

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Google Pixel 7a Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen May 10, 2023 30

Because the Google Pixel 7a is available today for you to run out and buy at $499, you may not want to wait around for our...

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VIDEO: Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing!

Tim February 3, 2023 30

Unboxing time, baby! We have the Galaxy S23 Ultra in-house, a bit before they're set to make their way to buyers later this...

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Pixel 7 Pro: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim October 13, 2022 30

Fancy new Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro just show up at your doorstep? Perfect, then this video is for you. As is tradition, we've...

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Pixel Watch: First 10 Things To Do!

Kellen October 13, 2022 30

The day that most of you will receive your Google Pixel Watch from pre-orders is here. It's time for you to slap Google's...

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