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Next Week, Folks

Kellen April 14, 2017 4

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're talking LG G6 now that our reviews have wrapped up and are posted, as well as the latest in Galaxy S8 talk, since that phone arrives next week. Next week, folks, it's a big week in Android. We've got other stuff...

Weekly Recap: Wait for the Galaxy S8 Soon Draws to a Close

Tim April 14, 2017 30

As the work week comes to an end, we draw that much closer to the official launch of the Galaxy S8. It's happening next week, folks. In the meantime, there's plenty of other stuff going on. We gave you five awesome reasons to buy the LG G6 (it's a great phone!...

DEAL: Buy Google Home From Newegg, Get a Free TP-LINK Smart Plug ($30 Value)

Kellen April 14, 2017 8

I figured Easter weekend would bring better deals, but so far the line-up is looking pretty weak. Still, this deal on a Google Home that includes a free TP-LINK HS100 smart plug outlet is solid. Basically, you pay $129 for the Google Home and get the smart...

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Teaser Trailer #1 is Here…

Kellen April 14, 2017 58

As is almost always the case, I'll just leave this here without comment, but yes, the Star Wars: The Last Jedi teaser trailer #1 is here. XMAS, GET HERE NOW. Enjoy. The movie arrives December 15. https://twitter.com/starwars/status/852913950060494848?ref_src=...

Report: Galaxy S8 Active Headed to AT&T, Naturally

Tim April 14, 2017 45

To the surprise of no one, AT&T is reported to be the exclusive carrier for the Galaxy S8 Active, an upcoming device from Samsung that will almost certainly take the gorgeous piece of work that is the Galaxy S8, then ruggedize it and make it look...

DEAL: Original Huawei Watch is Just $165 at Amazon Right Now (Updated)

Kellen April 14, 2017 41

The original Huawei Watch might still be one of the best smartwatches on the planet (our review). Actually, no, it is one of the best. With its classic design, fantastic AMOLED display, solid performance, and and range of variations, I'd still choose this...

DEAL: Aukey Car Charger With Both Quick Charge 3.0 and 5V/3A USB Type-C Ports is Just $9

Kellen April 13, 2017 35

I think I found your next car charger. The AUKEY dual port car charger with both USB Type-C (5V/3A) and Quick Charge 3.0 USB ports can be had at Amazon right now for just $9 with code. It typically runs $20, so we're talking a heck of a deal. With this, you'll...

Dropbox Brings Doc Scanner to Android, Paper Now Offered Offline

Tim April 13, 2017 11

Announced earlier this week and now rolling out, Dropbox is bringing its awesome Doc Scanner feature to Android users. For anyone keeping score, this feature was first made available on iOS back in June, 2016. That's not quite a year ago, but close enough for...

Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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 11

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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Samsung Launches One UI 8.5 Beta on Galaxy S25 Ultra

Kellen December 8, 2025 11

The signs suggesting that Samsung was about to release One UI 8.5 in some form were there, like this massive changelog and a...

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

Kellen December 7, 2025 11

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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Google Added 9 Sweet New Features to Your Pixel in Big Update

Kellen December 2, 2025 11

Following the release of several beta builds over a number of months, Google released Android 16 QPR2 today in stable as the...

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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 4

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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