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Android Nougat debuts at 0.3%, Marshmallow adoption soars to 24%

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Google is out with the numbers for Android distribution for the month of November and this time Nougat has made its debut. The latest Android OS that started rolling out to Nexus devices along with variety of Android phones is now present on just 0.3 percent of devices. Continue reading “Android Nougat debuts at 0.3%, Marshmallow adoption soars to 24%”

Google evaluating firmware update to Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P for fingerprint gesture support

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Google is evaluating a new firmware update to add fingerprint scanner gestures to Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P. The recently launched Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones come with fingerprint gesture features which allows you to “swipe” the scanner to access the notification shade Continue reading “Google evaluating firmware update to Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P for fingerprint gesture support”

Google improves detection and filtering of fraud and spam app installs on Play Store

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Google is taking measures to improve spam detection and fraud system for Play Store installs and app reviews. Continue reading “Google improves detection and filtering of fraud and spam app installs on Play Store”

Google Pixel XL Review

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A pixel is defined as the smallest addressable element in an all points addressable display device. Essentially speaking, it is the smallest component of a much bigger picture. There’s a case to be made that Google really couldn’t have named their new phones better. Where the Nexus phones were accessible devices for developers and enthusiasts to get a taste of Google’s take on Android, the Pixel and Pixel XL are expected to be the torch bearers of Google’s vision for the future of smartphone computing. They are positioned to be hidden away in the background and behave simply like the smallest yet most important element in getting things done for you. Does it succeed at getting anywhere close to this grand dream? Much closer than you’d think.  Continue reading “Google Pixel XL Review”

Google’s Gboard updated with 3D Touch, new themes and iOS 10 emojis

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Google has updated Gboard keyboard app for iPhone and iPad with new features. The latest update that bumps the app to version 1.2 gets support for 3D Touch, new themes and iOS 10 emojis as well. Continue reading “Google’s Gboard updated with 3D Touch, new themes and iOS 10 emojis”

Google Sprayscape VR camera app for Android launched

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Google has launched a new experimental VR camera app for Android. Dubbed as Sprayscape, the app uses device’s gyroscope and takes pictures on the inside of a 360-degree sphere.  Continue reading “Google Sprayscape VR camera app for Android launched”

Google will no longer pre-install Hangouts on Android device, promoting new Google Duo: Report

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Google will reportedly replace Hangouts with Duo in its stock mobile app suite and is encouraging their partners to do the same. Continue reading “Google will no longer pre-install Hangouts on Android device, promoting new Google Duo: Report”

Weekly Roundup: Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Apple iPhone 7, 7 Plus India launch, new Moto Z price and more

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This week Google finally unveiled its flagship Pixel and Pixel XL smartphones at its Keynote event in San Francisco. Also, the company alongside announced next upgrade of the Chromecast, Google-branded WiFi router, Daydream VR headset and the Google Home speaker. Continue reading “Weekly Roundup: Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Apple iPhone 7, 7 Plus India launch, new Moto Z price and more”

Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Chromecast Ultra, Google WiFi and more announced – FoneArena Daily

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Check out the new FoneArena Daily video that gives you a quick roundup of today’s technology news. Continue reading “Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Chromecast Ultra, Google WiFi and more announced – FoneArena Daily”