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Verizon is pushing the Android 10 update for the Galaxy S9 on its networks. This update brings features like gesture navigation along with Samsung’s One UI 2.0 upgrade. Verizon has been relatively slow with the Galaxy S9 Android 10 update as some rival carriers have offered the update in January. This is likely to be
Google’s new Android 11 Developer Preview has uncovered some new features on the Pixel 4, prominent among these being the new Motion Sense Gesture. Android 11 on the Pixel 4 also comes with a toggle in the Settings to improve touch sensitivity while using screen protectors. Android 11 is expected to be detailed further during
Google Earth is one of the best-known sources to have a closer or farther glimpse of our earth without needing an internet connection. Well, the app for Android has just gotten a lot better thanks to a new update. Starting today, Google Earth users will see millions of stars surrounding the earth while zooming out
Samsung has officially started the Android 10 rollout for the Galaxy S9 and the Galaxy S9+ in parts of the U.S. as well as Germany. More regions are expected to get the update over the coming weeks, while the wait may even be months depending on the carrier you’re using it on. What’s surprising is
While LG is not the quickest to send software updates to its phones, the company finally started sending out the Android 10 update to the Verizon variant of the LG G8 ThinQ around two days ago. While the changelog mentioned a healthy list of changes, it missed out on one feature that did make the
If you’re still using an older Sonos smart speaker at home, there’s some bad news waiting. The company has announced that starting in May 2020, legacy Sonos devices will stop receiving software updates and new features. Here are the devices that are falling out of favor with the company: Original Sonos ZonePlayers Sonos Connect Sonos
While almost every carrier variant of the Galaxy S10 has received the Android 10 update in the U.S., it’s now time for the unlocked models in the U.S. to get the same treatment. Users of the unlocked Galaxy S10e are reportedly seeing the update already, which means it shouldn’t be long before we see the
Just as mentioned a few weeks ago, Sony has started the rollout of Android 10 for the Xperia 1 and Xperia 5 handsets. The updates are arriving on both handsets with the version number 55.1.A.0.748. It is worth pointing out that Sony will also send out the update to devices like the Xperia 10, Xperia
Security firm Checkmarx has discovered a major new vulnerability on the Android platform that could pose a great threat to the users. Apparently, this bug allows any rogue app to simply take control of your microphone and camera without acquiring prior permissions. However, customers should be relieved for now knowing that this vulnerability cannot yet
While OnePlus is currently focused on the OnePlus 7T and the 7T Pro, today marks the end of the road for the OnePlus 3 and the 3T. OnePlus is sending out the final security updates for the handsets, which means that it will no longer receive official security support from OnePlus. The update itself doesn’t
For those aware of LG and its smartphones, you will know that the manufacturer is relatively slow when it comes to software updates. While multiple smartphone brands have already announced plans for Android 10, LG was relatively silent. Well, that changes today with the Korean manufacturer announcing the Android 10 update for the LG G8
Just as T-Mobile started sending out the “Night Mode” camera update for the Galaxy S9 and the S9+ yesterday, the carrier is now sending out a smaller update to the Galaxy S8 and the S8+. This brings the firmware version on the two devices to G950USQU6DSH8 and G955USQU6DSH8. In terms of changes, Samsung mentions that
T-Mobile has just started sending out a significant camera update for the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the S9+. This update finally brings the coveted “Night Mode” camera feature to the two devices which will assist greatly in low-light situations. This feature was introduced with the Galaxy S10 and S10+ earlier this year. It’s no secret
Samsung has provided most of its devices with Android Pie updates, which includes some older mid-rangers. However, even if these devices are eligible for the update, carrier versions often take their sweet time. But Verizon begs to differ as it has finally started rolling out the Android 9 update for Samsung’s 2018 Galaxy J3 and
Nokia has just announced the rollout of Android 10 for the Nokia 8.1 mid-ranger, making this a first for the company this year. The manufacturer also plans to update a few other smartphones, but as of now, the Nokia 8.1 is the only device getting this honor. In terms of changes, there are going to
A recent Pixel 4 leak, among the many, mentioned that the handset will pack an automatic car crash detection feature. While not a lot of details were available then, things are getting much clearer now. According to a new revelation by XDA, this feature will also see the renaming of the Emergency Information app available
With Android 10 expected to bring a system-wide “Dark Mode” theme, the Gmail team has just seemingly updated its Android app to reflect these changes. Users who found the changes flocked to the Android page on Reddit to share the news. It is said that users can now find the feature on the latest version
According to a screenshot posted on Reddit, OnePlus could be aiming to bring Android 10 to its devices around the same time as Google sends out the update to its Pixel devices. If reports are accurate, Google is expecting to begin the update rollout to its compatible Pixel devices by the 3rd of September. So
Over this past weekend, the Google Photos Twitter account officially confirmed an upcoming feature on its app that can allow users to search for text in the photos. This can be helpful while searching for documents or Wi-Fi passwords. The company will use optical character recognition or OCR for this feature, which can be found
Google Pay for Android has just been updated, and among the list of changes is a new dark mode which is a good change from the standard white background. It is said that the change is rolling out with v2.96.264233179 of Google Pay, so be sure to be on the lookout for an update. The