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  1. Android News

    Nexus Sailfish ROM build.prop sheds light on new details

    Evan Blass has shared the build.prop from the Nexus Sailfish. The file reveals that the phone will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 processor and will have a display with a pixel density of 420. Previously, the phone's processor was listed as an unknown 64-bit, quad-core chip running at...
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    Leak claimed to be the first image of the HTC Marlin

    While we've seen a handful of concept rendering showing off what the Nexus Marlin could look like, a new leak claims to be the first photo of the phone. Unfortunately, it only shows the display since the phone's body is hidden with a protective case and the photo itself is cropped to only show...
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    Nexus 9 will not receive Vulkan graphics API

    A Google engineer has confirmed that the Nexus 9 will not receive the Vulkan graphics API after it was added to other Nexus devices in Android N previews. The reasoning is due to the lack of necessary hardware needed to support Vulkan. Vulkan is an API that makes graphics performance for games...
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    Salesforce will limit official Android support to select Samsung and Nexus devices

    In an effort to save money and improve turnaround time on new features, Saleforce has announced that it will officially only support the Galaxy S5, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S7 and S7 edge, Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note 10.1 and the Galaxy Tab A 9.7 along with the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P. Salesforce users...
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    Deal: Nexus 5X for $235

    The Nexus 5X is up for a great price today. Newegg has the 32GB model in black or white for just $235.
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    July's Nexus OTA update ZIPs are now available for you to sideload

    Google recently released their July security update for Nexus devices, but you can download it and manually sideload the update if you don't want to wait for the OTA update to be pushed to your device.
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    DEAL: Nexus 5X now available for £170 in the UK

    There are plenty of Amazon Prim day deals to keep an eye on today, but if you're on the market for the Nexus 5X and happen to live in the UK, you can now purchase the phone from Carphone Warehouse for £170
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    Here's how the supposed 2016 Nexus could look in different colors

    Someone photoshopped mock renders based on real prototypes of the 2016 Nexus to show different colors. This gives us an idea of what different color models could look like if Google ever chose to make them.
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    July's Android security update for Nexus devices rolls out today

    The July security update is rolling out to Nexus devices, including the Nexus 6P (MTC19X), Nexus 5X (MTC19Z), Nexus 5 (MOB30P), Nexus 6 (MMB30K, MOB30O), Nexus 7 2013 (MOB30P, MMB30M), Nexus 9 (MOB30P), and Nexus Player (MOB30P). You can manually download factory image and OTA files if you...
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    ZeroLemon launches 8,500mAh battery case for the Nexus 6P

    ZeroLemon today announced availability of an 8,500mAh battery case for the Nexus 6P. The case also gives the device a rugged exterior for those who want it on long hiking or camping trips.
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    Here's what the 2016 Nexus phones may look like

    Android Police got their hands on images of the 2016 Nexus phones and created a mockup based on what they saw. The devices seemingly sport an interesting design, including a potential mix between glass and model on the rear.
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    57% of Android devices are vulnerable to encryption bypass attacks

    Google has implemented FDE into Android and this is great at securing your data with encryption. That is, unless a vulnerability can exploit a security hole. And that is exactly what is happening to all Android devices that have yet to receive May's security update.
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    Rumored specs for the bigger of the two HTC Nexus smartphones leak

    HTC is rumored to be producing both Nexus smartphones this year. Earlier this month we got the rumored specs for the smaller one and today the alleged specs of the bigger one has leaked. If true, the Marlin Nexus will have a 5.5" 1440p AMOLED display, Qualcomm SoC, 4GB RAM, 12MP rear camera...
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    DEAL: Nexus 5X with 32GB of storage going for $240 on eBay

    It seems like there's a new deal on the Nexus 5X every few days. If you're fine with buying a new smartphone off eBay, you can now get the 32GB Nexus 5X for $239.99. The seller has already sold over 700 units, but it's not clear how much inventory remains.
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    Google reportedly working on its own smartphone after all

    The technology giant is in discussions with mobile operators about releasing a Google-branded phone that will extend the company’s move into hardware, sources familiar with the discussions told The Telegraph.
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    Google is rumored to be working on a live support app, with screen sharing, for Nexus devices

    The app is tentatively named Google Support, but this could change before it's released to the public. . .if it's ever released to the public. The rumor says the app will connect your device to a Google support representative, similarly to how Amazon and Samsung's support apps do. And it's said...
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    DEAL: LG Nexus 5X on sale for $269

    The Nexus 5X is no stranger to great deals. For the next two days, the phone will be selling for $269.99 on Dailysteals. You only get one color option, so we hope you're OK with Carbon.
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    Leak reveals what hardware specs one of HTC's 2016 Nexus smartphones could have

    It's been rumored that HTC is going to be manufacturing both of the upcoming Nexus smartphones for 2016, and a recent rumor claims to have the details of the smaller device. If true, the device will have a 5" 1080p display, 4GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, 12MP rear camera, 8MP front camera, rear...
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    HTC's Nexus Marlin may launch with Snapdragon 821 processor

    According to the latest rumor, one of the HTC Nexus devices (likely the Marlin) which is being prepped to launch this fall will be equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor. The processor is essentially identical to the Snapdragon 820, but Qualcomm is expected to increase the clock speed...
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    Google now lists the date Nexus devices stop receiving guaranteed updates

    Google has started showing exactly when devices will no longer be guaranteed updates to the latest version of Android. The date is 2 years after the device was launched in the Google Store. For the Nexus 6P and 5X, this means guaranteed updates will end September 2017. However, it's important...
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    HTC's Nexus will reportedly use Snapdragon 821

    The HTC Nexus device rumored to be coming this year supposedly won't use a Snapdragon 820 chipset. Instead, it will use the slightly better Snapdragon 821, which should bring improved clock speeds.
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    Deal: Nexus 5X for $229 on B&H Photo

    B&H Photo has one of the lowest deals ever on the Nexus 5X. It's an unlocked Mint model for $229. Even better is that it comes with free shipping and 2 screen protectors thrown in.
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    DEAL: LG's Nexus 5X selling for $270

    Another week, another Nexus 5X promotion. Daily Steals is now selling the Nexus 5X for a cool $270. The discounted price is only valid for five days, so head on over to their site and snatch one up before they're all gone.
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    Download links for June 2016's Nexus security updates

    The June 2016 Nexus security updates are rolling out over-the-air, but if it hasn't reached your handset yet and you want to flash it manually then you can use this collection of download links to get you on your way.
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    DEAL: Nexus 5X selling for $269.99

    Looks like there's yet another great deal on the Nexus 5X. B&H is offering a $100 discount on the phone when you use promo code "DADSDAY16" at checkout, knocking down the price of the Black or White 32GB model to $269.99. If that wasn't enough, B&H is also throwing in a free screen protector.