Android 7.1.2 update rolls out
The new firmware is now available for Pixel C users, coming with a new launcher, a multitasking menu optimized for the larger screen, and more. However, Google still has to make the official announcement.
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Bixby unofficially available for older Samsung handsets
Although it made its debut exclusively for the Galaxy S8 family, the Bixby virtual assistant has just been spotted running on a Galaxy S7 so it seems it can run without problems on older Samsung handsets as well, although this has not been confirmed officially yet.
Samsung releases new Gear 360
Samsung has updated their 4K and VR-capable Gear 360 camera with live streaming capability and a new design.
Enable picture-in-picture mode in Android O
By default, picture-in-picture mode is disabled in the Android O developer preview, but it can easily be enabled in less than a minute.
Samsung Galaxy S8 can be unlocked with a photograph
A video has surfaced of Samsung's new Galaxy S8 being tricked into unlocking with a photograph, raising questions of security.
DDR5 memory is coming, and it is fast
The new standard promises to bring twice the bandwidth and density over current DDR4 memory. Publication is expected to be finalized in 2018.
OnePlus teases Dash Charge energy drink for April Fools
In a strange promotional effort, OnePlus will be giving away limited quantities of Dash Charge energy drinks on April 1st in order to promote the OnePlus smartphone series and its fast-charging Dash Charge accessories.
HTC CBP smartphone hits AnTuTu
The upcoming sibling of the existing HTC U handsets is expected to feature a Snapdragon 835 processor, next to a 2K display, 4 GB RAM, and 64 GB internal storage space, all with Android 7.1.1 Nougat on top.
S Health becomes Samsung Health
Selected countries now get Ask an Expert Telehealth Services via the rebranded service by Samsung, its list of changes also including a new user interface, personalized insights, social capabilities, and more.
BlackBerry KEYone shipments delayed until May
BlackBerry's new smartphone was scheduled to ship in early April. However, it has been delayed by a month, placing it directly in the crosshairs of another upcoming release: the Samsung Galaxy S8.
Samsung says Galaxy S8 and S8+ will not have supply shortage
Samsung expects record-breaking sales of their new flagship duo, the Galaxy S8 and S8+, but according to them, they aren't having any supply issues at all. Hopefully, the rumored chipsets falling behind production schedule were incorrect.
Google encourages developers to make their apps compatible with displays that have an 18:9 aspect ratio
Google wants Android developers to optimize their apps so that they won't have any unsightly black bars when running on new flagship devices including the LG G6, Samsung Galaxy S8, and S8 Plus.
Android Wear 2.0 update halted and delayed
After discovering a bug, Google has delayed any future rollouts of Android Wear 2.0
A closer look at the Samsung Galaxy S8's camera
Samsung wants everyone to know what changes they've made to their camera this time around in their upcoming Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8+.
HTC and LG among phone makers competing to make the Pixel 3
Google's already in talks with manufacturers to create the third iteration of its Pixel smartphones, and according to a Chinese report, the phone makers competing for the contract include HTC, LG, Coolpad and TCL.
Google wants developers to optimize their apps for tall screens
Citing the advent of smartphones featuring expanded screen aspect ratios, Google is encouraging developers to update their apps appropriately. The company's words might fall on deaf ears, however; after several years Google's request for tablet-optimized apps is yet to be fulfilled.
Samsung requires man to sign NDA before replacing faulty phone
A Singaporean man whose S7 Edge overheated was surprised to be served an NDA before Samsung would agree to replace his phone.
Fitbit Alta HR launches globally
Advertised as "the world’s slimmest fitness wristband with continuous heart rate tracking," this smart wearable comes with a battery life of up to a week. The colors available for the classic band are black, blue gray, coral, and fuchsia, while the price tag reads $149.95 USD.
Lenovo B Smartphone Review
A Lenovo for first-time smartphone users. The Lenovo B smartphone is already available for less than 100 Euros (~$108). Its fixed-focus camera or TN display may cause disappointment, but at least there is LTE and a replaceable battery. Whether this is enough to top other low-cost smartphones, we'll clarify in the following test.
Mediatek MT6735M, ARM Mali-T720, 4.5", 144 gNubia N1 Lite smartphone now available for 160 Euros
ZTE's already wide selection of budget smartphones has gotten even larger with the new N1 Lite. The smartphone offers a large 5.5-inch display, attractive Black and Gold design, and even a fingerprint reader for an entry-level price.
Garmin Forerunner 935 sport watch now official
This premium GPS running and triathlon watch allows its users to see all six running dynamics, but it can also track sleep patterns and more. It can be acquired in black already, carrying a price tag of $499.99 USD.
United States House of Representatives votes to allows ISPs to sell browsing history
Both the House and Senate have now voted to allow ISPs to sell the personal data of their customers. The measure will go before President Trump, who is expected to sign the bill into action.
Dual-camera Micromax Dual 5 smartphone now official
This new 5.5-inch handset is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 652 processor, next to 4 GB RAM, 128 GB internal storage, and two 13 MP sensors on the back. It will go on sale in India in about two weeks for roughly $385 USD.
Andy Rubin's new smartphone will run Android
A recent tweet by Google's Eric Schmidt confirms that the "Essential" smartphone will use the Android OS. The tweet points to Andy Rubin's recent teaser image as an example of a "phenomenal new choice for Android users."
Galaxy S8 and S8+ official specifications
After weeks of leaks, the Galaxy S8 and S8+ have finally been officially revealed at Samsung's Unpacked 2017 event.
HTC 10 gets Android Nougat on Verizon
This flagship on Verizon Wireless gets the update more than four months after its unlocked siblings received Android 7.0 in the US. The official change log is not available yet, but it should come with the latest security patch from Google included.
Sluggish chipset production may limit supply of Samsung's upcoming flagship smartphones
Due to the slow rate of production, Samsung may not be able to get their hands on enough Snapdragon 835 and Exynos 8895 chipsets to meet demand, insider sources say. A supply shortage could have a significant impact on Samsung's sales.
The Galaxy S7 could have an overheating issue
Last month, Samsung attempted to cover up a Galaxy S7's battery failure. Can they be trusted after the Note 7's failures and now this?
LG displays UX 6.0 features in new video
LG's new flagship contains a ton of new hardware and software features. Can these upgrades keep the G6 competitive?
Moto G5 hits India next week
Although the Motorola Moto G5 was unveiled at MWC 2017 next to the Moto G5 Plus, this Snapdragon 430-driven Android smartphone is set to arrive in India more than two weeks after its sibling.
HTC's Ocean device will drop codename and launch as the HTC U
The HTC Ocean smartphone has been the subject of various leaks and rumors; this latest leak claims a name change, doubles down on high-end specs, and reveals a unique way of interacting with the device.
Microsoft Office can run on Chromebooks via CrossOver
Using CrossOver Android, James Ramey (president of CodeWeavers) was able to run MS Word 2013 on his Asus Chromebook Flip C100. The group plans to have a preview of the software released before the end of the month.
LG TONE FREE wireless earbuds hit Best Buy
These headphones were unveiled back at CES 2017 in January, and now they are finally available for purchase. Best Buy has them up for sale both in stores and online, carrying a price tag of $199.99 USD.
Andy Rubin shares a teaser image of his new smartphone
The father of Android reveals the first image of his new smartphone. The device will be the flagship product for Andy Rubin's company, Essential Products Inc., and is expected to arrive later this year.
Unofficial Android O Pixel Launcher available for Marshmallow and Nougat
Although the latest Pixel Launcher app was made to work with Android O Developer Preview, one XDA Forums user made it available for download to those running at least Android 6.0.1, who should be able to have the launcher up and running quite easily.
OnePlus 3T Midnight Black now available for purchase
One week ago, the Chinese brand finally announced the arrival of a Midnight Black color option that would join the existing Gunmetal and Soft Gold. Now, the blackness unfolds with a price tag of $479 USD.
Opera Mini to offer fast access to downloads and more
In the coming weeks, this mobile browser will gain many useful features, including the ability to automatically scan sites for downloadable multimedia content, a new Facebook notification bar, various UI improvements, and more.
Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge in the US get updated
While the unlocked Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge flagships in the US receive one more Marshmallow update, their siblings on T-Mobile that already got updated to Nougat get this month's security patches.
Motorola Moto X 2017 specs surface online
After being mentioned in a few rumors, the upcoming Moto X handset shows up in a set of images that also reveal a few key specs - Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor, 3 GB RAM, and 32 GB internal storage.
Phoenix OS 2.0 Alpha brings Android 7.1 to desktops
While Android was not designed to work as a desktop operating system, those who would like to employ it in this manner can use Phoenix OS. The early 2.0 Alpha build is based on Android 7.1 and integrates a taskbar, a start menu, support for windowed apps, and more.
Xiaomi sold 250k Redmi 4A smartphones in four minutes
This affordable handset went out of stock last week as no less than 250,000 units were sold in a flash sale via Amazon.in in less than five minutes. However, over one million potential customers chose to be notified about the availability of this smartphone.
Snapdragon- and Exynos-powered Galaxy S8 flagships hit AnTuTu
Thanks to this popular benchmark database, the detailed specs of the upcoming Galaxy S8 flagships are now public. The processors used are Samsung's Exynos 8895 and the Snapdragon 835 chip by Qualcomm.
You can now talk to Cortana from your Android lock screen
Cortana for Android's latest update brings all of the virtual assistant's features to the lock screen. You can now ask questions and issue commands without having to unlock your phone.
Rising from the ashes: Samsung will sell refurbished Galaxy Note 7 devices
Samsung confirmed today that they will attempt to refurbish and sell recalled Galaxy Note 7 smartphones. Phones that are not qualified for refurbishment will be torn down and recycled.
Xiaomi Mi6 and Mi6 Plus specs leak online
Both handsets allegedly use the high-end Snapdragon 835 processor, next to up to 6 GB RAM. However, the smaller Mi6 is said to come with a Marshmallow-based firmware, while the 5.7-inch Mi6 Plus is rumored to run Nougat out of the box.
Google Play gets a "Free App of the Week" section
This new section is apparently available for US users only at this time. Out of the roughly three million apps on Google Play, the first one to be featured as the "Free App of the Week" is the $2.99 USD Card Wars - Adventure Time by Cartoon Network.
AT&T might bring Huawei handsets to the US
Huawei handsets arrived officially in the US last August, when the Honor 8 premium smartphone made its debut via Best Buy, Amazon, and other major retailers. Now, the Chinese brand is in talks with AT&T to add a HiSilicon-powered handset to the carrier's portfolio.
Movado Connect smartwatch coming this fall
This upcoming smartwatch has been designed specifically for Android Wear 2.0 and is expected to launch offering five styles for men. Its features will include Google Assistant, an "Always On" display, and more.
T-Mobile HTC One M8 getting Nougat
T-Mobile is rewarding loyal, longtime customers by updating the HTC One M8 with Android 7.0 Nougat.
MyKronoz ZeTime smartwatch coming in September
Advertised as the world’s first fully hybrid smartwatch, the Swiss ZeTime brings together a touchscreen and a mechanical watch, promising to offer up to a month of autonomy on a single charge.
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