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  1. Android News

    Samsung's Galaxy On7 2016 just passed through the FCC

    The last time we heard about the Galaxy On7 2016 was earlier this month when it received certification in China via TENAA. Now, it seems Samsung is taking the device stateside as the FCC has just published its certification papers for it.
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    FCC approves HTC's 2 Nexus phones

    The HTC Sailfish and HTC Marlin have hit the FCC. The documents confirm HTC as the manufacturer, as well as proof that they will be Nexus devices. The documents also confirm that the devices are usable on all carriers and their respective LTE networks.
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    It seems NVIDIA has cancelled the NVIDIA Shield tablet X1

    A new FCC filing shows that NVIDIA is requesting the FCC to dismiss the grants they received on an unannounced tablet (that was rumored to be the X1 tablet). The reason in the report says that it was for "business reasons" and that the "product has been cancelled."
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    ASUS preparing circular smartwatch

    ASUS is working on a circular smartwatch. Evidence of its existence has hit the FCC. The device may be an affordable option compared to the more expensive models currently on the market.
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    FCC tablet listing is likely the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7

    A Samsung tablet has just been approved by the FCC. While the FCC listing only shows an image of the back side of the tablet, it's dimensions and the presence of two docking pins indicate that the device may be the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7.
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    FCC signs agreement to streamline 5G infrastructure deployment to help speed things along

    The FCC has just announced an agreement to streamline 5G infrastructure deployment. They want the United States to get 5G wireless connectivity as quickly as possible and they're taking steps to help speed things along.
  7. Android News

    The Samsung Galaxy On5 (2016) passed through the FCC

    Samsung's latest budget handset, the Galaxy On5 (2016), has seen many rumors but is ready for primetime after passing through the FCC. The device is expected to be released in October and feature the following specs: - 5-inch display - 1.4GHz Exynos 7570 processor - 2GB RAM - Android 6.0.1...
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    Mysterious Samsung tablet revealed by the FCC could be the successor to 2013's Galaxy Note 8.0

    The Samsung SM-P585 has made an appearance on the FCC's website, revealing its product name, a rear diagram and its WiFi and LTE connectivity bands. While there is no information regarding which of Samsung's tablet lines the device will be a part of, the SM-P585's diagram shows that it features...
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    Xiaomi Mi Box with Android TV passes through FCC

    Xiaomi's Mi Box with Android TV has been spotted at the FCC. The Android TV box was already announced at Google I/O 2016. This should mean an announcement will soon be made in terms of availability.
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    FCC announces rules for building out 5G

    FCC today announced that it has adopted new rules for the development of 5G networks. The rules mainly cover the usage and availability of spectrum above 24GHz. It makes it clear for carriers and vendors what their limitations are when building the technology.
  11. Android News

    Six Samsung Galaxy Note 7 models get approved by the FCC

    The FCC has certified the SM-N930V, SM-N930A, SM-N930P, SM-N930T, SM-N930R4 and the SM-N930W8 - six different models of the Samsung Galaxy Note 7. While specific service providers are not mentioned in the FCC documents, the Note 7 is expected to launch on all major service providers in the US>
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    Things to know about the FCC's 5G vote that will take place tomorrow

    Wireless service has gone through different generations (2G, 3G, 4G) and the next one will naturally be called 5G. Tomorrow, the FCC will be voting on a foundation for what will be classified as 5G. This vote is just one of the many, many steps that will need to be taken in order to standardize...
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    Samsung Galaxy C5 and C7 pass through the FCC

    Samsung's latest affordable phones are almost here. The Samsung Galaxy C7 and Samsung Galaxy C5 have both passed through the FCC. This doesn't mean the devices will be sold in the US, but it's a possibility.
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    International Samsung Galaxy A9 variant passes FCC

    The Samsung Galaxy A9 is about to start reaching global markets soon. It has appeared at the FCC, meaning it's approved for sale and use in North America.
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    Net Neutrality rules upheld in appeals court

    Net Neutrality proponents scored a major victory today. An appeals court upheld the ruling that would ensure carriers and internet providers can't manipulate bandwidth, something that would allow a provider to offer faster speeds to certain sites over others. The appeal ensures that Net...
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    New Nexus Player reportedly stops by the FCC

    Last month we saw Google remove the Nexus Player from the Google Store and haven't heard anything about it since. Liliputing is reporting (although no link was cited), that a new model has been certified by the FCC. So far, it's been discovered that it has a modified WiFi antenna layout, an...
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    A Florida commuter was fined $48k for using cellphone jamming equipment to and from work

    For the last 16-24 months, a Florida man used some cellphone jamming equipment during his commute to and from work. The person has finally been caught and has been fined $48,000 for using the equipment.
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    Samsung's Galaxy C5 passes through the FCC database

    Samsung's latest device, the Galaxy C5 has made its way through the FCC approval process. The device will feature the following: 5.2" AMOLED display 16MP rear-camera 8MP front-facing camera Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor 4GB RAM 32GB or 64GB of storage MicroSD compatibility up to 128GB...
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    Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016) gets approved by the FCC

    It looks like the unannounced 2016 Samsung Galaxy J will be heading to North America as it was just spotted on the FCC's database. The only details revealed by the listing id the phone's 1,500mAh battery, but rumors suggest it will come with a 4.7-inch display, 1.5GHz Spreadtrum SC8830...
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    Unannounced NVIDIA tablet surfaces on the FCC website

    Not much is revealed in the recently discovered FCC filing, but there are a few things detailed on the website. The filing says the dimensions will be 215mm by 120mm, it will have a micro USB port and support 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Bluetooth LE. Nothing else is known but this could be...
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    The FCC and FTC are investigating OEMs and carriers about smartphone security updates

    Today, the FCC has announced they are launching an inquiry into how mobile devices are being updated. They have sent in a number of questions to mobile carriers in the United States and have also been in contact with 8 smartphone OEMs. The FCC mentions Stagefright in their announcement as this...
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    Energous has gotten its first wireless charging concept passed through the FCC

    Energous, the company behind WattUp -- a wireless charging technology that can charge devices using radio waves that are converted to AC power -- is expected to reveal their first FCC-approved concept today. WattUp makes it possible to charge devices by pulling their power from air. This means...
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    The FCC is ready to adopt the real-time text (RTT) protocol proposal for text messages in the US

    The FCC is getting ready to adopt what is known as the RTT (real-time text) protocol and plans to have wireless carriers transition to it by December 2017. The difference between RTT and our current system is that messages are sent immediately as they're typed. This new protocol is also said to...
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    The FCC wants to prevent price hikes when 5G comes around

    The FCC is working to regulate wholesale of data in the US for telecommunications companies. The new regulation aims to prevent huge price hikes whenever new levels of data capacity are achieved. The legislation is currently targeting landline internet services, however the FCC also supposedly...
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    Google doesn't agree with the FCC's privacy protection proposal for set-top boxes

    The FCC is trying to make cable boxes more open, which would allow companies like Google to get into more homes with Android TV. The FCC's proposal, in regards to consumer privacy, is a step in the wrong direction according to Google. The company feels that rules already in place by the FTC...
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