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DEAL: Galaxy S20 FE is $150 Off!

Kellen November 21, 2020 33

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is an incredible value when fully priced at $699. It's a borderline-absurd value when Samsung regularly shaves off $100 and drops its price to $599. It might be an unbeatable deal right now, though, thanks to a $150 discount that...

Verizon and AT&T Update a Bunch of Samsung Phones

Kellen November 20, 2020 1

Owners of Samsung devices on AT&T and Verizon sure are in for a special week, with updates rolling out for several models. AT&T is updating the Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy S10 line, Note 10+ 5G, and Note 20 line at the moment, while Verizon is updating all...

DEAL: AUKEY Hosts Solid Savings on Wall Chargers, Portable Chargers on Amazon (Up to 42% Off)

Tim November 20, 2020 1

Need a little stocking stuffer for yourself? AUKEY's got you. Over on Amazon, there are big savings on both portable chargers and wall chargers, both of which are nice to have in this world of smartphone mania. The highlights of this sale include a 30,000mAh...

DEAL: Sign Up for Google Fi, Get Pixel 4a 5G for $299 ($200 Off)

Tim November 20, 2020 8

For a limited time, new customers to Google Fi can get a Pixel 4a 5G for the price of $299 ($12.46/mo). This is Google's way of incentivizing folks to come try out the service, which has been doing just fine over the past few years. Related: Pixel 4a 5G Review...

Podcast: Google Photos Made You Mad

Kellen November 20, 2020 1

For this episode of the Droid Life Show, we're returning after a short break to dive into the drama over Google Photos and unlimited backups, which phones we're using now that we've reviewed just about everything for the year, and what's up with the new Google...

lol, Razer Phone 2 Gets an Update. No, It’s Not Android 10

Tim November 19, 2020 12

Razer seems content on not giving Razer Phone 2 owners what they deserve, and instead, juking them so hard they're now huddled together on reddit, excited for the release of basic security patches. Kinda depressing. Razer Phone owners, you seriously deserve...

Pre-Order Cyberpunk 2077 on Stadia, Get Free $99 Premiere Bundle

Tim November 19, 2020 11

Stadia announced this week that should you pre-order 2020's most anticipated gaming title, Cyberpunk 2077, you'll be gifted a free $99 Stadia Premiere Edition. They're really handing these things out lately! The way it works is easy. Go here, order game, and...

DEAL: Fossil Gen 5E Drops to $169, Skagen Falster 3 to $189

Kellen November 19, 2020

Need a spicy little deal on a smartwatch today? Amazon has a bunch of Fossil Wear OS watches on sale, including some from their partner brands like Skagen. The brand new Fossil Gen 5E in a variety of colors and straps is down to $169 ($80 off) and the Skagen...

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

Kellen December 19, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kellen May 6, 2025 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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 33

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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