From Droid Life

  • Report: New Exynos Modem for Pixel 9 Lineup, Plus Satellite Connectivity

    Since early this year, there’s been no shortage of Pixel 9 leaks and rumors. We’re now officially midway through April and there appears to be no stoppage in sight. Over the weekend, a new report dropped that claims Google will outfit the upcoming Pixel 9 series with a brand new Exynos modem, as well as … Continued Read the original post: Report: New Exynos Modem for Pixel 9 Lineup, Plus Satellite Connectivity

  • Google Smacks $150 Off Pixel 7a, Down to New Low

    Pixel 7a is a good phone, one that supports the flashing of the latest Android 15 Beta 1 build. If you’re looking for a phone capable of that or may need a less expensive second phone, you can have the Pixel 7a for just $349. Related: Read Our Pixel 7a Review $150 off its usual … Continued Read the original post: DEAL: Pixel 7a Down to New Low of $349

  • Here’s the Pixel 8a in Every Color

    It was only a few days ago when we saw an actual photo of the upcoming Pixel 8a. As we continue to push towards Google I/O next month, it’s a safe bet we’ll continue seeing more of this device, and with that said, here’s the Pixel 8a in every color we expect to see at … Continued Read the original post: Here’s the Pixel 8a in Every Color

  • Android 15 Beta 1 Issues Include Busted NFC, Other Various Bugs

    We have a fresh Android build on our hands, that being Android 15 Beta 1. Released just yesterday afternoon, folks are already compiling lists of what’s borked. Thankfully, the lists aren’t too long, though, if anyone was on the fence about flashing this beta to their daily driver, they may want to see if these … Continued Read the original post: Android 15 Beta 1 Issues Include Busted NFC, Other Various Bugs

  • Google One VPN Shutting Down Because No One Uses It

    In late October of 2020, Google added a VPN service to its 2TB storage plans. In early 2023, the company expanded the same VPN to all of its plans, but apparently that still hasn’t helped boost user numbers. With Google not being one to support an unused product for long, removal of the VPN has … Continued Read the original post: Google One VPN Shutting Down Because No One Uses It

  • The First Android 15 Beta for Your Pixel Arrived

    Right on schedule, Google has released Android 15 Beta 1 for your Pixel to download and dance with. We’ve already been through two Android 15 Developer Preview builds from February and March, so now we get into the beta program kickoff period. It’s time to see if big changes are here for Android 15 or … Continued Read the original post: The First Android 15 Beta is Here!

  • Google, We Want a Depth Effect for Android Wallpapers

    Customization possibilities on Android nearly endless, but sometimes, a new thing gets showcased that isn’t available for everyone. When that happens, the process of me lobbying Google to make it native to Android begins, with the latest entry being this depth effect for wallpapers on Android. Enabled by 3rd-party developer @Siavash7999 and showcased by our … Continued Read the original post: Google, We Want a Depth Effect for Android Wallpapers

  • DEAL: Trade In Your Really Old Tablet, Get Pixel Tablet for $250

    Google is offering improved trade-in values on older Android and iOS tablets right now, bringing the price of a Pixel Tablet down to at least $250. If you have a newer trade-in tablet, your price will be even lower. For example, if you have an iPad (6th Gen), a tablet that was released back in … Continued Read the original post: DEAL: Trade In Your Really Old Tablet, Get Pixel Tablet for $250

  • OnePlus is Adopting Google’s Gemini, Plans 100 New AI Features

    When OnePlus announced earlier this month that they were bringing AI to a bunch of devices, I was surprised to not see Google’s Gemini mentioned. Knowing that Google is leading the charge when it comes to AI on mobile (look at the Galaxy S24 series), I figured they were behind OnePlus’ AI future. As it … Continued Read the original post: OnePlus is Adopting Google’s Gemini, Plans 100 New AI Features

  • Slash Quest, Once an Apple Arcade Exclusive, Now on Android

    Slash Quest, once an Apple Arcade exclusive, is now available for Android gamers. Published by the fine people at Noodlecake, the game is a cute title about a not-so-talented knight attempting to retrieve a talking sword and bring it back to the land’s Queen. You can watch the trailer below to get an idea of … Continued Read the original post: Slash Quest, Once an Apple Arcade Exclusive, Now on Android

  • Fitbit’s New Sleep Experience Lands in the App

    Fitbit is rolling out a redesigned sleep experience this week to give you info that’s easy to see, including all of your previous night’s sleep at a glance without having to go looking for it. In this new sleep experience, things like sleep duration, sleep score, and a timeline of your sleep stages are all … Continued Read the original post: Fitbit’s New Sleep Experience Lands in the App

  • T-Mobile’s “Broadband Facts” Tell You Everything About Plans, Including Fees and Speeds

    It was April Fools Day, and so I wasn’t paying attention to many announcements, because the days of companies trolling us all have ground my brain into the most negative state on April 1 each year, but T-Mobile had real news to share. Last week, T-Mobile announced big changes to the way it presents the … Continued Read the original post: T-Mobile’s “Broadband Facts” Tell You Everything About Plans, Including Fees and Speeds