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Kellen @ Droid Life · 05/06/2024 17:09 EDT

Pixel Watch May Update: It Arrived With the Patches

Google has not yet updated its Pixel phones or foldables or tablets with the May Android security patch, but they have now released the update for the Pixel Watch and Pixel Watch 2. Through a community post, Google says that Pixel Watch devices running Wear OS 4 will be able to update to the May … Continued Read the original post: Pixel Watch May Update: It Arrived With the Patches Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 05/06/2024 15:12 EDT

I Really Like the New Wireless Broadband Facts

The FCC told broadband providers (both wired and wireless) that it wanted them to provide “Broadband Facts” for all of the plans they offered by mid-April of this year. These facts would provide a nutrition label-like lists of features, pricing, taxes/fees, and network info that shoppers could use to make better decisions when it comes … Continued Read the original post: I Really Like the New Wireless Broadband Facts Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life 1 place · 05/06/2024 12:22 EDT

It’s Over for Fossil Smartwatches

A week ago, we told you to head on over to Fossil’s online store to grab one of their last-remaining Wear OS smartwatches that had been dropped to $79. While we made sure you understood to not expect much going forward should you buy one, the price was so good that interested parties needed to … Continued Read the original post: It’s Over for Fossil Smartwatches Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life 1 place · 05/03/2024 12:52 EDT

New Samsung One UI 6.1 Updates, Sony’s Big New Phone Leaks, Pixel 8a Promos

We’ve had a big week for Samsung phones owners, particularly those with slightly older devices that were waiting for the big-ish One UI 6.1 update. For fans of Sony’s obnoxiously expensive, niche phones, we’re getting a first look at that too. And hey, who doesn’t want more Pixel 8a leaks as we approach a launch … Continued Read the original post: New Samsung One UI 6.1 Updates, Sony’s Big New... Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life 2 place · 05/03/2024 11:55 EDT

Galaxy S24 Ultra: An Easy $200 Off, No Trade-in Required

Hey, here’s a decent Samsung deal that doesn’t require a trade-in or anything and is instead just a solid discount. The Galaxy S24 Ultra is $200 off at Amazon. That’s it – that’s the deal. To get the Galaxy S24 Ultra deal, you head over to Amazon, pick the storage (256GB or 512GB) you want, … Continued Read the original post: Galaxy S24 Ultra: An Easy $200 Off, No Trade-in... Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 1 place · 05/02/2024 16:50 EDT

Forget MotoMaker, We Need Pixel Maker

In 2013, I can’t tell you how many Moto X smartphones Kellen and I were buying, thanks to the introduction of MotoMaker. It was a website that allowed buyers to customize Moto X smartphones, which would then get produced right here in the US, then shipped to our home. There were amazing choices, such as … Continued Read the original post: Forget MotoMaker, We Need Pixel Maker Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life 2 place · 05/02/2024 13:17 EDT

Samsung Good Lock Lands on Google Play Store

Samsung Good Lock is an app that every single Galaxy device owner should install. From tablets to phones, this app adds on so many features that take your experience up a couple of levels in the customization department. And now, it’s more accessible than ever, because it’s on Google Play. Before today, to get Good … Continued Read the original post: Samsung Good Lock Lands on Google Play Store Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 3 place · 05/02/2024 12:49 EDT

Audiobook Previews Now on YouTube, Kids Get More Free eBooks

Google Play Books announced a few new ways to access book content this week, such as bringing audiobook previews to its YouTube channel and expanding its library of free nonfiction ebooks for kids. For those free books, Google says that they all fall under the Read & Listen option, which is great for kids as … Continued Read the original post: Audiobook Previews Now on YouTube, Kids Get More Free... Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life 2 place · 05/02/2024 11:34 EDT

AT&T Turbo Lets You Pay $7 for a Better Connection That Your Normal Plan Doesn’t Deliver

Mark this date on your calendars – May 2 is the day wireless carriers in the US decided it was time for you to pay even more to get the high performance data connection that you thought your plan would just deliver. For those times where you want to game on the go or are … Continued Read the original post: AT&T Turbo Lets You Pay $7 for a Better... Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life · 05/01/2024 17:37 EDT

Wednesday Question: What are Your Go To Android Apps?

When I power on a new phone and begin to set it up, there’s a certain list of apps that I absolutely have to download before I begin using it as my daily driver. Things like Telegram, Nest, TikTok, Marvel SNAP, and Starbucks are my absolute go-to Android apps. If I have a phone on … Continued Read the original post: Wednesday Question: What are Your Go To Android Apps? Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life 3 place · 05/01/2024 14:36 EDT

Mint Mobile Officially Joins T-Mobile

After more than a year of clearing approvals, T-Mobile has officially acquired Mint Mobile. More broadly, they’ve actually acquired Ka’ena Corporation, which Mint Mobile falls under, as well as a couple of other semi-related brands. Mint is the big one here, though, so let’s talk about what this news means for Mint customers going forward. … Continued Read the original post: Mint Mobile Officially Joins T-Mobile Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 05/01/2024 12:07 EDT

New “Premium” Galaxy Watch Models, T-Mobile Old Plan Price Hikes, New Mobvoi Watch

In the world of tech news, we’ve always got time for teases from Samsung when it involves new premium Galaxy Watch devices. Our eyebrows will also never stop raising whenever a carrier talks about older plans and how they might optimize pricing on them. Last, we can’t forget about some of the smaller players in … Continued Read the original post: New “Premium” Galaxy Watch Models, T-Mobile Old Plan Price... Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 2 place · 05/01/2024 11:29 EDT

DEAL: Fossil Giving Away Gen 6 Watches at $79

In January of this year, Fossil made the decision to exit the Wear OS market and not produce any new smartwatches. However, that didn’t mean they would stop supporting existing customers or even stop selling inventory on shelves. Well, it’s looking as if Fossil is ready to clear out the warehouse, marking down its Gen … Continued Read the original post: DEAL: Fossil Giving Away Gen 6 Watches at $79 Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life · 04/30/2024 19:02 EDT

Time’s Running Out to Get Pixel 8 Pro at $799 ($200 Off)

You have four more days to snag a Pixel 8 Pro at its discounted price of $799, a whopping $200 off the usual price. Considering that this device is the one we personally recommend to both family and friends whenever asked about Android phones, it’s only natural that we recommend it to all of you … Continued Read the original post: Time’s Running Out to Get Pixel 8 Pro at... Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/30/2024 16:16 EDT

Google Phone Gets Audio Emoji Feature

Google can’t find time to add RCS support to Google Voice, but you know what they can find time for? Adding poop sounds to your phone calls. Rolling out today to the Google Phone app, you can take the misery of a phone call up 7 notches with new Audio Emoji. AUDIO EMOJI, WHAT?: This … Continued Read the original post: Google Phone Gets Audio Emoji Feature Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 2 place · 04/30/2024 12:55 EDT

Pixel Watch 3: Wishlist Includes Better Fitness Tracking and Wireless Charging

We’re quite certain that Google will release the Pixel Watch 3 later this year, which will include for the first time in Pixel Watch history, two size options. That move alone is already nailing one of the wishlist items for many Android fans, but what else are people hoping to get from Google’s upcoming Wear … Continued Read the original post: Pixel Watch 3: Wishlist Includes Better Fitness Tracking and... Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/30/2024 12:22 EDT

Fitbit Pay to Google Wallet: End Date to Switch Nears, Impacted Device List

Fitbit Pay is going away and you’ve been warned. A previous announcement for the ending flew under the radar in March, but Fitbit is now sending out notices to Fitbit users who might be impacted. In the email, Fitbit explains that Fitbit Pay will still work until July 29, but users will need to transition … Continued Read the original post: Fitbit Pay to Google Wallet: End Date to Switch... Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life 2 place · 04/30/2024 11:56 EDT

Google Pixel 8a: Price Increase Reportedly Unlikely, $499 to Start

Throughout our coverage of the upcoming Pixel 8a from Google, we’ve operated under this idea that we might pay a higher price than we did for the Pixel 7a, which was more expensive than the Pixel 6a that came before it. Now, a fresh report suggests the price will remain the same for this year, … Continued Read the original post: Google Pixel 8a: Price Increase Reportedly Unlikely, $499 to... Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 3 place · 04/29/2024 17:04 EDT

Android 15 Could Intro New At a Glance Widget for Lock Screen

On Pixel smartphones, owners are likely familiar with the At a Glance widget. It shows current calendar happenings, weather, and other information directly on your home screen. In Android 15, it’s looking like Google is cooking up an At a Glance widget for your lock screen, capable of bringing you the same great information. According … Continued Read the original post: Android 15 Could Intro New At a Glance Widget... Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 3 place · 04/29/2024 14:27 EDT

DEAL: Pixel Watch 2 is Back to $299 ($50 Off)

Google has gone ahead and enabled its $50 off promotional price on the Pixel Watch 2. We don’t see this deal too often, so when available, it’s never a bad deal to consider if you’re in the market for a Wear OS smartwatch. If you want the cellular option, you’re in for bigger savings, with … Continued Read the original post: DEAL: Pixel Watch 2 is Back to $299 ($50... Read more ›

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