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  1. Android News

    Charles Chow continues working on Camera NX to bring Pixel camera features to Nexus phones

    Camera NX is also known as a Google Camera modification that was originally released for the Nexus 5X. The developer behind this app recently pushed out an update that removes the lag from HDR mode, and brings HDR+ mode to the Nexus 5X and 6P.
  2. Android News

    CyanogenMod 14.1 is being released for a handful of devices

    CyanogenMod 14.1, which is based on Android 7.1 Nougat, is being released for a handful of devices including the Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X, OnePlus 3, and LG G4.
  3. dsquires47

    How to correct Nexus 5x phone info displayed to called phones

    hi and thanks, i just received a new google nexus 5x smartphone. the number supplied to me was from an area code close, but not mine and apparently, a number someone else had used. when i called friends, the caller id on their phones showed an unfamiliar number and they did not answer. how can i...
  4. Android News

    New data shows Pixel adoption rate is much faster than Nexus

    Analytics firm Appboy has new data that may correlate to the amount of Pixel devices sold in the first week. According to them, early indications are that the Pixel and Pixel XL phones outperformed the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P in week 1 sales by almost double. The figures still pale in comparison...
  5. Android News

    Google is evaluating fingerprint gestures for Nexus 5X and 6P

    Google debuted the ability to use the fingerprint scanner to navigate the UI on the Pixel and Pixel XL. This functionality did not come to the Nexus phones from last year. The early thinking is that the fingerprint sensors didn't have the necessary technology, however Google has confirmed that...
  6. Android News

    A Googler explains why fingerprint swipe gestures aren't coming to last year's Nexus devices

    The Pixel and Pixel XL include fingerprint swipe gestures which led folks to hope that this feature would come to the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P. Unfortunately, this did not happen and the reason is that the Nexus devices feature an older firmware which does not include support for gestures.
  7. Sanderf90

    Help When calling microphone barely works.

    For the past few days I have noticed that during calls people can't hear me. I tried it myself calling to my voicemail and indeed, if I listen very closely I can hear myself... but barely. Turning on speakerphone seems to resolve that issue. Other apps using the microphone (ok google, video...
  8. Android News

    Google employee says night light and fingerprint swipe gestures will not make it to Nexus phones

    With the release of the Android 7.1 developer preview, we have learned from Google that night light and fingerprint swipe gestures will not be coming to the Nexus 5X or the Nexus 6P.
  9. wyelkins

    Nexus 7.1.1 Developer Preview

    Just got it tonight! No real problems yet. Got a restart option on the Power Menu!
  10. Android News

    Google launches the Android 7.1 Developer Preview for the Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P, and Pixel C

    Earlier this month we learned that Google would be releasing the Android 7.1 dev preview sometime in October. That time has come as those with the Nexus 5X, Nexus 6P and Pixel C can enroll via the Android Beta Program right now.
  11. Android News

    The version of Google Camera found in the Pixel system dump has been ported to 7.0 Nexus devices

    A new version of the Google Camera was found in the Pixel system dump that was leaked this month. At the time, it wasn't working on any other smartphone, but community developers at XDA were able to port it to Nexus devices that are running Android 7.0 Nougat.
  12. Android News

    You can save $100 off the Nexus 6P and $150 off the Nexus 5X when purchasing through Project Fi

    In an effort to celebrate the release of Project Fi group plans, Google is offering $100 off the Nexus 6P and $150 the Nexus 5X when you purchase and activate the devices through Project Fi.
  13. U

    Help Nexus 5X vs Huawei P9 Lite: Network Performance, Hotspot, LTE-A

    Hello, I have a WiFi-AC compatible computer and I mostly use my phone as Hotspot, in fact most of my 10GB/month are used that way. And I don't use it that much a part for calling while working, I'm not interested at all in photos, movies, games and whatever non professional use of the phone. I...
  14. Android News

    Should you upgrade to the Google Pixel from the Nexus 5X?

    Now that the Pixel and Pixel XL has been announced, the folks at Android Central take a look at whether you should upgrade from the Nexus 5X to the regular Pixel.
  15. P

    Setting Up Problems

    Hello, I am Bose from Bangalore, India. Last week when I was in US, I bought LG NEXUS 5X LG-H791 32 GB Factory Unlocked EU Smartphone from Amazon. I was informed that this phone will work in India. In the box no Operating Instructions/Set up guide was found ? Does this phone accept mini SIM...
  16. S

    Nexus 5x camera autofocus broken

    Hi guys, the autofocus on my camera no longer works. It happened around the time when I loaned the phone to my father in law to use as a flashlight in the garage, but unfortunately he could not figure out how to turn it off, so the flashlight was left on for over an hour. The auto-focus has...
  17. Android News

    Android 7.1 will be available as a dev preview for current Nexus devices and the Pixel C this year

    Google has confirmed that Android 7.1 Nougat will be coming to the current Nexus devices (6P, 5X, 9), along with the Pixel C, as a developer preview before the end of the year.
  18. Android News

    October Android Security updates are now rolling out

    The October edition of Google's Android Security update is heading out to multiple Nexus devices. The Nexus 6P, 5X, Nexus Player, Nexus 6, Nexus 9 WiFi, Pixel C, and Nexus 5 are all getting rollouts today. Factory images and OTA download links are available.
  19. Android News

    A video shows the history of the last six years of Nexus smartphones

    Zachary of Android Police has put together a video that shows how the Nexus program has evolved over the years. Starting with the first Nexus phone, we see how the designs have changed throughout the years and what made each one special.
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    Diplay clock in standby?

    Is it possible to display the clock when the phone sleeps and goes into standby? I can only see the clock if I press the power button to pull it out of stanby. 5x running Nougat, screen saver is On and set to Clock
  21. Spdfreak34

    New gallery app

    Does anyone use a 3rd party gallery app? I really don't like Photos. Can anyone recommend an alternative? Ideally something that is only a gallery. . I don't need/want features like cloud backup or making a slide show. Something simple is best.
  22. Android News

    Some Nexus 5X users are experiencing bootloops after updating to Android Nougat

    According to the Nexus Help Forums, there are some users who are experiencing bootloops after updating to Android 7.0 Nougat. According to a Google employee on the thread, the issue is hardware related and suggests contacting support for warranty and repair options.
  23. Eli Porter

    Help Nexus 5X Crashes then, then doesn't reboot properly

    Just watch this video I recorded with my crappy ass camera. The audio explains everything.
  24. P

    App to stream music off USB C memory stick

    So I'm looking for an app capable of playing music off music stored on a usb type c memory stick. The phone finds the files fine and I can use the stock file explorer to play a file, but I can't find any aids that can play the files. I've tried Blackplayer, PowerAmp, Pi Player, none can see the...
  25. Android News

    Deal: Snag the 16GB Nexus 5X for just $239.99 from Expansys

    Expansys is running a special promotion on the base model Nexus 5X which will only run you $240 with $5 shipping.