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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/08/2026 17:25 EDT

Best Samsung Messages Alternative

Since you saw the news earlier in the week about the end of Samsung Messages, you might be looking for an alternative. Is there even a Samsung Messages alternative that you’ll like? Is it just Google Messages or are there other choices? I have bad news. Well, unless you like having limited choices. And by... Read the original post: Best Samsung Messages Alternative Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/08/2026 13:35 EDT

Visible vs. Mint Mobile: Picking a Prepaid Plan

As long as traditional wireless carriers continue to increase prices on their standard plans and this economy remains as shaky as ever, I’m going to keep advocating for people switching to prepaid options. Prepaid plans often include more than you expect with a price you might not believe. The two prepaid options we tend to... Read the original post: Visible vs. Mint Mobile: Picking a Prepaid Plan Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 3 place · 04/08/2026 11:23 EDT

Galaxy Z TriFold Back on Sale This Friday

In two days, Galaxy Z TriFold returns. Surprising to some, as it was reported that Samsung was discontinuing this phone after stocking it online only one time, April 10 on Samsung’s website and in Samsung Experience stores is where you can find one. This phone sold out ridiculously quick last time. We aren’t exactly sure... Read the original post: Galaxy Z TriFold Back on Sale This Friday Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/08/2026 01:50 EDT

Samsung April Updates Hit Galaxy S26

With a new month upon us and Google already pushing April updates to its Pixel line of devices, Samsung is ready to get in on the fun. The Galaxy S26 series is already getting the April update and you can download it today. The update is not large, since we are all just waiting for... Read the original post: Samsung April Updates Hit Galaxy S26 Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/08/2026 01:37 EDT

Google Home’s Gemini Expands, App and Workspace Become Friends

Google’s quick pace at updating Gemini for Home and the Google Home app continues this week with expansion to new countries and languages, plus more Google Home support for Workspace accounts. Google detailed the changes in the late night, saying that they are welcoming in Gemini for Home users in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland,... Read the original post: Google Home’s Gemini Expands, App and Workspace Become Friends Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/07/2026 14:31 EDT

Google Fixes 5 Bugs in April Pixel Update

As a part of the April Google Pixel update, Google has included several bug fixes that could take care of something that was driving you nuts. There are 5 mentioned fixes and they touch on things like game crashes, missing search bars, and a fix for Quick Share crashing. This April Pixel update isn’t considered... Read the original post: Google Fixes 5 Bugs in April Pixel Update Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/07/2026 14:13 EDT

2026 April Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone

The April Google Pixel update is rolling out to your Pixel device with a handful of bug fixes. This is not a Pixel Feature Drop month, so don’t expect major changes following last month’s big update. If you own a Pixel 6 up through the new Pixel 10a, you will receive an update. I’ve got... Read the original post: 2026 April Pixel Update Available for Your Pixel Phone Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/07/2026 14:12 EDT

Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 Updates are Missing: Here’s What is Happening With Your Pixel

The expected Pixel update schedule has changed in recent months for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series. Both the Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 series of phones should still be supported through 2026, 2027, and beyond, we’re just starting to question what the cadence for updates will be going forward. I bring this up... Read the original post: Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 Updates are Missing: Here’s What is... Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/07/2026 13:00 EDT

Chrome Adds Vertical Tabs for the Crazies

Google is adding two pretty major changes to Chrome on your desktop, one of which you’ve either been begging Google to add or that might completely offend your internet browsing brain. The other is for the readers among us. Vertical Tabs in Chrome Google has (is) adding an option that can move your Chrome tabs... Read the original post: Chrome Adds Vertical Tabs for the Crazies Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/07/2026 12:57 EDT

AT&T’s Best Unlimited Plan

For those looking for the best AT&T unlimited plan, the choices are pretty simple to narrow down, thanks to AT&T only offering 3 different plans. Unlike T-Mobile, who has more plans than I can keep track of, AT&T has a straight-forward line-up of unlimited data options with clear descriptions for features. I’ve got to be... Read the original post: AT&T’s Best Unlimited Plan Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life · 04/07/2026 12:52 EDT

In a software update that is now available, Galaxy XR has received Android Enterprise support, as well as a few everyday user-facing upgrades. For Enterprise users, feel free to check out Samsung’s blog for all of the latest enhancements. For the presumably few of you still rocking Galaxy XR, the new features rolling out include... Read the original post: Galaxy XR Gets Handful of New Features Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/07/2026 12:36 EDT

Gemini Tries to be Better About Mental Health

If there’s one thing Gemini should be good it, it would be recognizing patterns from conversations that might signal a person in need of help. Google believes it could be useful for this and has announced better access to crisis support, as well as funds to support global hotlines. In a blog post talking about... Read the original post: Gemini Tries to be Better About Mental Health Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life · 04/07/2026 11:33 EDT

Gemini Can Now Help Write Your Google Maps Contributions

For my fellow Local Guides, who utilize Google Maps to contribute reviews of establishments and share photos of locations and food, Google is offering 3 new features to use. The big one is Gemini-powered captions. When you upload a photo to go along with your review or whatever else you might be adding to Maps,... Read the original post: Gemini Can Now Help Write Your Google Maps Contributions Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/06/2026 17:20 EDT

Google Photos Adds Video Playback Speed on Android

Google Photos users on Android, you can now change playback speed of videos. This new feature is rolling out now, Google announced today as a “top request” from the community. To adjust video playback speed in Google Photos, you’ll open the Photos app, tap on a video you want to edit, tap the 3-dot menu... Read the original post: Google Photos Adds Video Playback Speed on Android Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life · 04/06/2026 14:37 EDT

Galaxy S27 Pro, New Fourth Model, Will Ditch S Pen

Just last week we asked if a smaller Galaxy Ultra device, one that might need to ditch the S Pen, would interest you. Now reported out of South Korea, Samsung is readying a Galaxy S27 Pro, a device that will fill a space between the Galaxy S27+ and Galaxy S27 Ultra. While we don’t have... Read the original post: Galaxy S27 Pro, New Fourth Model, Will Ditch S Pen Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life · 04/06/2026 12:47 EDT

Samsung Messages Will be Discontinued in July

Samsung has announced that it will discontinue its Samsung Messages application in July of this year. All users are being asked to upgrade to Google Messages as their default messaging app. This move comes as no shock. Google Messages has been the default messaging app on Galaxy devices for a bit now, so as long... Read the original post: Samsung Messages Will be Discontinued in July Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life · 04/06/2026 12:16 EDT

Japan Getting Exclusive Pixel Color

Google Japan is teasing an exclusive Pixel release. The teaser includes a photo that translates to “Japan limited model,” plus the post says, “We will deliver it with artistic special specifications.” We are unsure which Pixel model is getting this exclusive treatment, but the Pixel 10a or Pixel 10 Pro could be a safe bet.... Read the original post: Japan Getting Exclusive Pixel Color Read more ›

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Kellen @ Droid Life · 04/06/2026 09:41 EDT

Visible’s Best Plan is 50% Off for a Year

Choosing a wireless plan in 2026 isn’t much different from 2025. With the economy all sorts of messed up, you should be looking to get as much of a plan as you can for as little money as possible. If you want extra cash in the bank to help you fill up that tank of... Read the original post: Visible’s Best Plan is 50% Off for a Year Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 1 place · 04/03/2026 13:20 EDT

DEAL: Galaxy S26 Ultra With Free Storage Upgrade as Low as $579 ($920 Off)

Samsung is offering account holders a very enticing offer on its latest flagship device, the Galaxy S26 Ultra. For those eligible, the company is offering a free storage upgrade, from 256GB to 512GB, as well as including very good trade-in pricing to get you to consider upgrading to its newest phone. With a max value... Read the original post: DEAL: Galaxy S26 Ultra With Free Storage Upgrade as Low as... Read more ›

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Tim @ Droid Life 2 place · 04/03/2026 11:44 EDT

Friday Question: Would You Buy a Smaller Galaxy Ultra?

Google takes a similar approach to Apple, selling two size options of the Pixel 10 Pro, its flagship model. You have the Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL. Basically identical specs, with exception to things having to do with size — display size, battery size, etc. As we all know, Samsung does not... Read the original post: Friday Question: Would You Buy a Smaller Galaxy Ultra? Read more ›

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