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Category: Android
Android 8.0 Oreo adoption rate climbs to 0.3%, Nougat hits 20.6%
The latest Android distribution numbers for November are in, and they show that Android 8.0 Oreo is now on 0.3% devices, while Nougat retains to close to 17.6% devices. Though features wise Google is doing a great job, it is the adoption that is moving slow.
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Google Files Go beta lets you free up space on your Android phone
Google has silently published Files Go, an unreleased app on the Google Play Store. It is a smart file manger that lets you manage your files or filter them by source and also lets you free up space on your phone by cleaning unused apps, clear up cache and delete unwanted media, downloaded and duplicate files. This will be more useful for those who are using Continue reading “Google Files Go beta lets you free up space on your Android phone”
Google rolls out November Android security update for Pixel and Nexus devices
Google has started rolling out new over-the-air (OTA) update for Pixel and Nexus devices and also posted factory images as part of monthly Android Security release. The latest update this month fixes several critical issues in Framework, Media framework, System and components and also fixes KRACK WP2 Wi-Fi protocol vulnerability. It also adds saturated color mode for Pixel and Pixel 2 XL smartphones. Continue reading “Google rolls out November Android security update for Pixel and Nexus devices”
Xiaomi Mi Max 2 MIUI 9 stable update starts rolling out in India [Update – Download links]
Update: After the Redmi Note 4, MIUI 9 Global Stable update is now rolling out for the Mi Max 2. You can download the zip file from here or just get the OTA zip file from here (MIUI 8.5.9.0 to 9.0.1.0) and flash it manually, if you don’t have the update yet. Continue reading “Xiaomi Mi Max 2 MIUI 9 stable update starts rolling out in India [Update – Download links]”
LG V30 Android 8.0 Oreo update rolling out through preview program in Korea
LG introduced the V30 smartphone at the IFA in August running Android 7.1.2 (Nougat) and it already promised to offer Oreo update for the phone. Now LG has started rolling out Android 8.0 (Oreo) update for the V30 users in South Korea through LG OS Preview program. It is available for all the carriers.
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HTC U11 Life Android One phone with 5.2-inch 1080p display, Snapdragon 630, Edge Sense announced
Razer Phone with 5.7-inch QHD 120Hz UltraMotion display, Snapdragon 835, 8GB RAM announced
Razer today announced the most expected Razer Phone at an event in London, months after it acquired Nexbit. The phone packs a 5.72-inch Quad HD 120 Hz UltraMotion display delivering fastest refresh rates and smooth graphics suitable for gaming. UltraMotion’s adaptive refresh technology synchronizes the GPU and display to remove image tearing or lag while driving efficient power usage, says Razer.
Google launches Fast Pair Bluetooth pairing for Android devices running 6.0 Marshmallow and above
With an aim to simplify the wireless connectivity between gadgets, Google has introduced ‘Fast Fair’ which is now a more convenient way of connecting all wireless accessories to your Android phones running Android 6.0 Marshmallow and above.
Xiaomi testing a new Android 7.1 Nougat stable update for Redmi 4
Xiaomi launched Redmi 4 running MIUI 8 based on Marshmallow and also announced Nougat preview for Redmi 4 in the same event back in May, Nougat based MIUI Beta ROM was rolled out to Global Redmi 4 users in August. Continue reading “Xiaomi testing a new Android 7.1 Nougat stable update for Redmi 4”
OPPO F5 with 6-inch FHD+ full-screen display, 20MP front camera announced
OPPO just announced F5, the company’s latest selfie-focused smartphone at an event in Philippines, as it had promised. It has a 6-inch full HD+ 18:9 full-screen display and has a 20-megapixel front-facing camera with A.I. beauty recognition technology that scan 200 facial recognition spots to beautify a selfie shot perfectly and also offers bokeh effect. It also has face unlock feature to quickly unlock the phone. Continue reading “OPPO F5 with 6-inch FHD+ full-screen display, 20MP front camera announced”
Google releases Android 8.1 Developer Preview for Pixel and Nexus devices
Google released final Android 8.0 (Oreo) update back in August. Today it has released the first Android 8.1 Developer Preview for Pixel and Nexus devices. The latest update includes a set of targeted enhancements including optimizations for Android Go and a new Neural Networks API to accelerate on-device machine intelligence. Continue reading “Google releases Android 8.1 Developer Preview for Pixel and Nexus devices”
Get Stock Android-like Notification Center in MIUI with Material Notification Shade
MIUI is amongst the most popular android skins but there are few things we do not like about MIUI and one of them is MIUI notification panel because it lacks basic stock android features like Quick reply and painful two finger swipe down to expand notifications gesture.
If you ever missed quick reply feature and want a not so difficult way of expanding notification on your Mi/Redmi device, this tutorial is a must read for you because we have found an interesting app that replaces the notification panel with a stock like notification panel and at the same time gives you freedom of customization. Continue reading “Get Stock Android-like Notification Center in MIUI with Material Notification Shade”
Google Lens update now rolling out for Pixel and Pixel XL through photos app
Google Lens which was showcased at the Google I/O back in May and was demoed at the Pixel event earlier this month was one of the many announcements that caught the attention of many. With some room for further improvement, Google Lens is an interesting feature to have on smartphones. Now, it seems like the update is being rolled out to the first-gen Pixel and Pixel XL through Google Photos app.
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Sony Xperia XZ Premium Android 8.0 Oreo update starts rolling out
Sony introduced Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Compact smartphones with Android 8.0 (Oreo) out of the box back in August. It also confirmed list of smartphones that will get the Android Oreo update. Today the company has started rolling out Android 8.0 (Oreo) update starting from Xperia XZ Premium. Continue reading “Sony Xperia XZ Premium Android 8.0 Oreo update starts rolling out”