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    Updates

    I have two Nokia T20 tablets which are identical, one of them has received the Android 13 update but shows android security update for 5th July 23 the other is still on Android 12 but has security update 5th August 23, I keep checking them both but no change, is this normal behaviour or is there...
  2. AugieTN

    Rumor 5 years of system updates Pixel 8

    Currently a rumor flying around the net, that starting with the Pixel 8 Googles phones will get 5 years of system updates to match Apple. I never keep a phone that long, plus after 5 yrs your battery won't be in great shape.
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    What happens to my data if I uninstall Google Phone App updates

    If I uninstall updates to my Google Phone app, what will happen to data like recent calls, contacts, visual voicemail, etc.? Thanks.
  4. groston

    Renaming a file?

    My Pixel 7 Pro is rooted, however, it still grabs updates, etc., and I want to stop it from doing that. I did some searching and I found that to do this, I could simply rename a few files. However, I have been unable to rename the files. This is what I have done: Installed ConnectBot typed...
  5. T

    System MonCon: Updates

    v1.6.5_ap ☛ Compiled for Android Tiramisu with dependencies update. ☛ Some bug fixes and corrections as suggested.
  6. K

    Help Where do you find out how long a phone will get updates for?

    I want to know how long individual phone models will get updates for before I buy one and I want to be able to look it up for every model I'm interested in. For example in this quote from a review, where did they get that information? "Samsung promises four years of update support—including...
  7. W

    Google Photos Lock Screen

    I love the "Photo Frames" option in Google Photos, and how paired with your Chromecast you can turn your TV into your largest picture frame in the house. Me and my family use it on a daily basis. What would also be great, was if the same type of feature could be applied to your phone's lock...
  8. Android News

    The latest version of the Daydream app brings a redesigned home screen

    A new version of the Daydream VR app is rolling out today, and it's more than just a bug fix. Google says the Daydream Home interface has been tweaked for better content discovery, and the controller should be less annoying in several ways.
  9. Android News

    The latest Google Play Games update adds notification channels and adaptive icons

    The latest update to Google Play Games bumps the version number to v5.2 while also adding adaptive icons and more.
  10. Android News

    You can use Pushbullet to view and respond to Allo messages from PC

    Pushbullet has been updated with support for Allo. The app allows you to view incoming Allo notifications on your PC, and you can also respond to the messages directly from your PC. It's not quite the desktop support Allo needs, but could serve as a nice bridge until we get one.
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    Help Can't receive any update higher than 5.0.2

    Hi I'm writing because I know it's old but I've just got the galaxy s5 I love it but it says online that with the new update just released s5 can get it yet I gave not received it or the 6.0.1 update it says all updates have been installed when I go on software update please tell me how I can...
  12. Android News

    Fitbit gets more intelligent sleep tracking

    An update to Fitbit brings a new Sleep Schedule feature to help you take advantage of the fitness bands' sleep tracking feature. The schedule will help determine the best time for you to fall asleep so you can get a resful night's sleep. It will use a combination of your sleep history and...
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    Help What is the highest update that the Samsung Galaxy 3 can get?

    Hello. I own a Samsung Galaxy 3, and I was wondering whether or not it will be able to update to a higher version. My current version is 4.1.2. Thank you very much.
  14. Android News

    Verizon HTC 10 will get its camera enhancement update starting tomorrow

    Mo Versi has confirmed that the Verizon HTC 10 will get its camera update starting tomorrow, with the firmware already having been approved for rollout. This should be the same update that those with the unlocked handset received not long ago.
  15. Android News

    More Hyundai models are getting Android Auto via DIY upgrades

    Hyundai has announced that more of their existing car models are getting the ability to upgrade to a new dash platform powered by Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Compatible models include versions of the Sonata, Santa Fe, Genesis, Elantra GT, and Tucson that were released within the last couple...
  16. Android News

    Google Play is now rolling out its new "beta" feature

    At Google I/O, Google announced that the Google Play Store would be getting a new feature that makes it easy to find and join/leave betas. That feature now seems to be rolling out to version 6.7.12. Although you may be on the latest version of Google Play, you might not see the tab right away as...
  17. Android News

    Yu Yureka, Yuphoria and Yunique will get Marshmallow next month

    Yu has announced that their 3 phones will get Marshmallow next month. Those devices are the Yureka, Yuphoria and Yunique. These devices originally launched with Cyanogen OS, but the company has made its own Yu-Open-OS that focus on giving users customization options. The update is available in...
  18. Android News

    T-Mobile sends the wrong OTA update to LG G3s.

    A few Reddit users have been receiving their update to Android Marshmallow, but according to the screenshots, the update being sent it out was intended for the LG G4. There have been no issues reported after updating yet.
  19. Android News

    Pebble update revamps health features

    Pebble has updated their Pebble Health app to revamp the smartwatches' health features. New features include daily, weekly and monthly activity comparisons, automatic detection of whether you're running or walking, summaries for sleep and step activities, Smart Alarms to wake you up during your...
  20. Android News

    Google Opinion Rewards is getting a refreshed user interface

    The Google Opinion Rewards app recently got updated to add support for people in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. It seems another change was included as people are starting to see a refreshed user interface. The update seems to be a server-side switch, so although you're on the latest version of...
  21. Android News

    Verizon's Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge get maintenance upgrades

    Verizon has started pushing an update to their Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. They're maintenance upgrades, but they do change quite a bit. Verizon added a roaming indicator when using dual clocks in different time zones, an easier way to check app performance, removed an alert...
  22. Android News

    The Sims FreePlay update adds spa features

    The Sims FreePlay is getting updated with new content today. They've added a new Spa center, so you can take your Sim for a relaxing time. The spa features massages, facials, and manicures/pedicures.
  23. Android News

    OnHub gets smart features with IFTTT support

    OnHub's latest update makes it possible to control your smart home and other things thanks to its new IFTTT integration. IFTTT -- short for If This, Then That - is a service that helps you automatically perform actions based on conditions. If something happens, do this. The update also makes...
  24. Android News

    Samsung Galaxy A3 gets security update in Europe

    The Samsung Galaxy A3 is now receiving the latest security patch in Europe. It's firmware version XXU1BPC2, and those with the device can find it by heading to Settings > About Device > Software Update.
  25. Android News

    Crossy Road update brings online multiplayer

    Crossy Road has gotten a huge update today. There's only one change, but that change is the addition of online multiplayer. You and up to 3 other people can play head-to-head or cooperatively in some classic Crossy Road action.