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Google’s Pixel and Pixel XL are Showing Up at a Bunch of Retailers Already, Revealing Almost Everything

Kellen October 2, 2016 277

As you all know, Google is hosting an event on October 4 (that's Tuesday) to show off its new hardware to take us through 2016. We are expecting things like Google Home, Google WiFi, a new Chromecast, and of course, two knew phones called Pixel and Pixel XL....

Google Event Expectations

Kellen September 30, 2016 277

On this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're straight prepping for next Tuesday. What's happening next Tuesday, you ask? Oh, just Google unveiling the Pixel and Pixel XL, Google Home, Google WiFi, Chromecast Ultra, and Daydream. Yep. If that's not enough for...

Don’t Miss These Android Stories: September 30, 2016

Kellen September 30, 2016 277

Next week is the week of weeks around these parts, so that meant this week was full of lead-up stuff. For example, we started to see more official renders of devices like the Pixel, Pixel XL, and Chromecast Ultra. We also heard new rumors about "Andromeda,"...

Video: 20+ Galaxy Note 7 Tips and Tricks

Tim September 30, 2016 277

Our review may be long since done, but it's entirely possible that you have yet to master Samsung's TouchWiz. Especially on the Galaxy Note 7, this device packed full of features, often times hidden, so we're hitting you with a 20+ Tips and Tricks video....

DROID Turbo 2 Update With WiFi Calling is on the Way

Kellen September 30, 2016 277

DROID Turbo 2 owners, a new update is on the way to your phones through Verizon. The update will arrive as software version 24.31.22 and will include WiFi Calling, along with the latest Android security updates. And yep, that's it! To grab it, head into...

Google Maps on Android Will Now Show Your Calendar Events in a Special List of Places

Kellen September 30, 2016 277

Because most Google apps these days talk to one another, today's feature introduction to Google Maps comes as no surprise and is most definitely a welcomed addition. For Android users, Google Calendar events will start showing up in Maps under Your Places>...

DEAL: Unlocked LG G5 for $479 ($150 Off), Includes Another $170 in Freebies

Kellen September 30, 2016 277

The LG G5 may not be the best phone of 2016, yet I would argue that it's still a good enough phone to own at the right price. Is $479 the right price? Perhaps. B&H Photo is currently selling the flagship from LG at that price, which is a cool $150 discount...

DEAL: Jaybird Freedom Earbuds for $149 With Code ($50 Off)

Kellen September 30, 2016 277

Jaybird's newest set of wireless earbuds, the Freedom, can be had through the Jaybird store today for $149.95, a $50 discount. All you need to do is plugin in coupon code "FREE149" at checkout and the price will drop from $199.95. That's a good deal for...