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ProtonAOSP 12.3.0 brings Android 12L to Pixel 6 and 6 Pro ahead of Google rollout
While we await Android 12L for the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro, the ProtonAOSP custom ROM has managed to beat Google to the punch with version 12.3.0.
Expand Expanding CloseOnePlus has rolled out the February security patch to these phones
OnePlus promises to deliver regular system updates for its wide array of smartphones for at least two years and in some cases longer for flagships, so let’s see how they’re handling the February 2022 security update.
Expand Expanding CloseOpting out of Android Beta Program today wipes your Pixel as bug serves 12 QPR3 OTA on 13 DP1
Google surprisingly rolled out Android 12 QPR3 Beta 1 today, and it should be a straightforward upgrade for most users. However, those who want to opt out of the Beta Program will have to wipe their phones, and a bug is affecting Android 13 Developer Preview 1 devices.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle pledges $3M, engineering to expand Data Transfer Project behind Google Takeout
Google today announced “new investments and continued collaboration with industry partners” for the Data Transfer Project (DTP) that it launched in 2018 to make switching to competing services easier.
Expand Expanding CloseHBO Max giving some subscribers three-month YouTube Premium trial
The latest subscription service in recent months to provide a free extended trial of YouTube Premium is HBO Max. What’s interesting is how both offerings are more similar than not and somewhat compete for the same audience.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid app deals of the day: Galaxy Trader, Dungeon Warfare 2, and more
Wednesday’s best Android app deals are now ready and waiting below. We also have notable promotions running on Samsung’s new Galaxy S22 as well as its Galaxy Tab S8/+ alongside Google’s 2-pack of Nest Wifi routers, but for now it’s all about the software discounts. Courtesy of Google Play, today’s app deals are headlined by titles like Galaxy Trader, Dungeon Warfare 2, Scalar Pro, Super Runner Pro, and more. Head below the fold for a closer look at all of today’s best Android game and app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle releases Android 12 QPR3 Beta 1 to start previewing June’s Pixel Feature Drop
Following the launch of Android 12L on Monday, Google today announced Android 12 QPR3 Beta 1 as part of a new, more frequent Beta Program to preview the next Feature Drop — which coincides with Quarterly Platform Releases — expected in June.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle shares grand vision of tablets surpassing laptop sales, ‘tablet-first’ Android apps, more
During today’s The Android Show, Google discussed its recent work in the large-screen device space and its grand vision for the form factor, including “tablet-first” apps.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play Store now lets you pay for apps, games, and more with your Play Points balance
If you have amassed a large pile of Google Play Points, you can use your existing balance for purchases on the Play Store.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Stadia adding Cities: Skylines, Overcooked, and Golf With Your Friends starting in April
In one of the more exciting additions to its library in quite some time, Google has today announced that Stadia will be adding Cities: Skylines, Overcooked, and Golf With Your Friends starting in April 2022.
Expand Expanding CloseChrome OS will soon let you set your wallpaper from Google Photos [Update: Enabled]
Chrome OS will soon have a way to set your wallpaper to one of your favorite images or albums from Google Photos.
Update: This feature is now available in the latest Chrome OS Canary builds, allowing us to see Google Photos integration in action.
Expand Expanding Close‘Aloud’ from Area 120 wants to make dubbing YouTube videos just a minutes-long process
The latest project from Area 120, Google’s house incubator, is called “Aloud,” and it lets YouTube creators “quickly and easily dub their videos into multiple languages.”
Expand Expanding CloseDeals: Samsung Galaxy S22 now $100 off, first cash Galaxy Tab S8/+ discounts, more
All of today’s best deals are now live with Samsung’s new Galaxy S22 smartphone at $100 off. That’s alongside the first cash discounts on its Galaxy Tab S8/+ tablets as well as Google Nest Wifi routers from $139. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.
Expand Expanding CloseMotorola’s Android Auto dongle has been out of stock for over a month, scalpers double the price
Wireless Android Auto is a convenient feature, and judging by the popularity of the Motorola MA1 and AAWireless, it’s also something a whole lot of people want to get their hands on. Unfortunately, the Motorola MA1 has been left completely out of stock across all storefronts for over a month now, and scalpers are taking advantage of the unmet demand.
Expand Expanding CloseCarl Pei’s Nothing to confirm ‘product roadmap’ at March 23 event
After recent leaks and teases, Carl Pei’s Nothing is moving closer to a follow-up to the ear(1) earbuds with March 23 event planned to discuss the future “product roadmap” which could include an Android-powered smartphone.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy F23 launches in India priced at $200 w/ Snapdragon 750G, 120Hz display, more
While we’re very much anticipating a new wave of affordable Samsung A-series smartphones, the low-end lineup has increased with the launch of the Galaxy F23 in India.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Play Books widget swaps out Honeycomb for Material You, now rolled out
Back in December, Google announced new widgets for Photos and YouTube Music. An updated widget featuring Material You for Play Books was also previewed and is now widely rolled out.
Expand Expanding CloseGoogle Lens on Android updated to make browsing for images on your device easier
Last year, Google updated Lens on Android to prioritize screenshot analysis over the live viewfinder. Google Lens has now been tweaked to make browsing your phone for images easier.
Expand Expanding ClosePixel phones showing Feature Drop splash screen directly after updating for some
Besides a push on social media, Google informs Pixel owners about quarterly Feature Drops directly on their phone. The Pixel Tips app now looks to be showing a splash screen highlighting what’s new immediately after you update.
Expand Expanding Close[U: US models too] Samsung has stopped including a charger with its most affordable phones
The trend of stripping chargers from being included with smartphones has become the standard on most flagship devices at this point, but budget-oriented devices have generally been left alone. That seems to be changing for Samsung, though, as the company has stopped including a charger with its most recent mid-range and low-end affordable Android phones.
Expand Expanding CloseAndroid app deals of the day: Dungeon Village 2, klocki, Dream Park Story, and more
All of Tuesday’s best Android app deals are now up for the taking alongside offers on Samsung’s refurbished Galaxy Tab S7/+ lineup and Jabra’s Elite 7 Pro ANC earbuds with onboard Google Assistant. Our Google Play Android game and app deals are headlined by titles like Dungeon Village 2, klocki, Dream Park Story, Earth 3D – World Atlas, and WiFi Analyzer Pro. Head below the jump for a complete look at all of today’s best Android app deals.
Expand Expanding CloseGalaxy S22 Ultra teardown shows off the S Pen slot, waterproofing measures [Video]
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has been available for a couple of weeks now, and so far, the verdict is that of a solid contender. To add, it looks like the quality isn’t just surface deep in this Galaxy S22 Ultra teardown.
Expand Expanding CloseHow to enable Lockdown on Google Pixel – and why you might want to
Lockdown is a feature on Google Pixel meant to protect your phone if someone tries to access it without permission — something no one wants, but some people have experienced, unfortunately. This guide will go through exactly how to enable the feature.
Expand Expanding CloseNew Pixel ‘Curated Culture’ backgrounds mark International Women’s Day
Like last year, the March drop of “Curated Culture” wallpapers for Pixel celebrates International Women’s Day. Their availability coincides with the Feature Drop and Android 12L.
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