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  1. Android News

    Users with Android 8.1-powered Pixels and Nexuses are reporting swipe issues

    A large number of reports on Reddit as well as Google's online forums indicate Pixel and Nexus users are facing swipe-related problems with their units after updating to Android 8.1 Oreo.
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    Huawei-made Nexus tablet was cancelled and it's a good thing

    9to5Google is reporting that last year's Andromeda tablet rumors were accurate, but Google has decided to shelf the project. That's a good thing, since Huawei-made Nexus 6P has had so many problems that Google is replacing them with Pixel XL devices.
  3. Android News

    Android 8.0 Oreo now rolling out to Nexus and Pixel devices

    Google is now rolling out Android 8.0 to its Pixel and Pixel XL, Pixel C, Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X, and Nexus Player.
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    aptX Bluetooth streaming won't work on the Nexus 6P or 5X

    One of the many new features in Android O is support for aptX Bluetooth streaming. aptX is a series of streaming protocols owned by Qualcomm, that feature much lower latency compared to normal Bluetooth audio streaming. But it looks like Nexus 5X and 6P owners won't be able to use it.
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    Google has posted the May OTA images for Nexus and Pixel devices

    Google has posted the lastest OTA images for the Nexus and Pixel devices as of May 2017.
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    Google is downgrading the Nexus 6 from Android 7.1.1 to Android 7.0 to fix Android Pay issues

    Nexus 6 users are reporting that their phones are being downgraded from Android 7.1.1 to Android 7.0 in an effort to bring back support for Android Pay. Google's payment service was inadvertently broken when the company rolled out Android 7.1.1 to the device.
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    Android 7.1.2 Nougat may be released on April 3rd

    According to Rogers, Android 7.1.2 Nougat will be coming to Nexus and Pixel devices on April 3rd.
  8. Android News

    Google Camera 4.3 update allows you to turn off the shutter sound

    If you own a Pixel or Nexus device, you can now turn off the camera's shutter and timer countdown sounds. The new option can be found inside Settings > Camera sounds
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    Google Play Service's Instant Tethering feature is now rolling out to Nexus and Pixel devices

    Last month we learned that the Google Play Services 10.2 update would come with instant tethering and now that feature is rolling out. However, you have to have a supported Pixel or Nexus device running the latest version of Nougat to get the option of turning it on.
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    Some Nexus 6P users are having Bluetooth issues with Android 7.1.1 Nougat

    Nexus 6P and 5X owners are reporting that their in-car Bluetooth is not working after updating to Android 7.1.1 Nougat. Google has yet release a fix for this issue.
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    The Sprint Nexus 6P is starting to receive the January security update

    Sprint has started pushing the latest Android security update for the Nexus 6P, which bumps the security level to January 5th.
  12. Android News

    Google fixed a high-severity Nexus 6 and Nexus 6P exploit

    Google has patched an exploit which allowed hackers to take over the onboard modem during boot-up of the Nexus 6 and Nexus 6P.
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    The Australian Nexus 6P will get the January security update on January 4th

    Vodafone has confirmed the Nexus 6P will be updated with the January security update on January 4th. The update's build number will be "N4F26I" and will bump the patch level to January 5.
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    Android 7.1.1 Nougat coming to the Nexus 6P and Pixel devices in Canada on December 5th

    According to Rogers, a Canadian carrier, Android 7.1.1 Nougat will be released for the Nexus 6P, Pixel, and Pixel XL on December 5th.
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    Android 7.1.1 Nougat will be released on December 6th

    According to Vodafone Australia, Google will begin rolling out the Android 7.1.1 Nougat update to the Nexus 6P starting on December 6th. The update will happen in phases and will take about 2 weeks.
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    LG has started issuing refunds to some Nexus 5X owners

    There have been issues with the Nexus 5X and it seems LG is beginning to issue full refunds for some owners.
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    The Nexus 6P is technically compatible with the Daydream View headset but you shouldn't use it

    Now that the Daydream View headset is available, those who are interested in VR will want to test things out, but don't have the money to spend on the Pixel or Pixel XL. The Nexus 6P is technically compatible with the new VR headset but due to performance constraints, the Nexus 6P shouldn't be used.
  18. 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.
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    How to: Get Motorola's Active Display on the Pixel or Nexus

    If you want to take advantage of Motorola's Active Display features on your Pixel or Nexus device, the folks at WonderHowTo have put together an in-depth guide. The process includes rooting your device and installing an app called Ambi-Turner.
  20. 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.
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    Google says they have "no plans" for future Nexus products

    Earlier we learned that Google had removed all Nexus phones from the Google Store and now we know why. The company has come out and said they don't have any plans to introduce additional Nexus products.
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    Code reveals that Google uses The Verge's website to benchmark Nexus devices

    ARM developed the Work Automation framework to benchmark various parts of smartphones and tablets. Mishaal of XDA was able to find some of these framework scripts within AOSP code and found out that Google is using TheVerge.com to test its Nexus devices.
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    Google plans to launch Andromeda on a Nexus Huawei tablet and Pixel laptop

    Earlier this morning Android Police revealed that Google plans on releasing a new Pixel laptop featuring Andromeda, a hybrid between Android and Chrome OS. Now 9to5Google is reporting that they'll also debut Andromeda on a new Nexus tablet that's being produced by Huawei.
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    9to5Google's senior editor says Nexus isn't dead

    The glut of Nexus and Pixel rumors over the past few weeks has been overwhelming, but Stephen Hall of 9to5Google tweeted something interesting this morning. While rumors suggested that the Google Pixel phones would replace the current Nexus line, Hall tweeted one simple line that seems to...
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    iPhone 6+ vs. iPhone 7+ vs. Huawei 6P: Low Light Camera Comparison

    With the release of the new iPhone 7, many users are deciding whether to upgrade from a previous iPhone or deciding between Apple and Google's competing flagships. If lowlight photography is a selling point for you, check out this camera comparison from an IMGUR user who has these 3 devices...