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Nexus 6 experiencing burn in problems after just a few days of use

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsNovember 2, 20190Comments

After the pre-order issues users have just discovered another mayor issue with the Nexus 6. According to Eric Griffin and several other Nexus 6 users the AMOLED display used on the latest Nexus has some issues causing to burn-in frequently displayed images on the screen like the task bar and keyboard. "Unbelievable... Just got my #Nexus6 and I am…

4 reasons you should enable Developer mode on Android L

Google, MobileNovember 2, 20190Comments

If you run Android and love the freedom that you get when it comes to customizing the OS, enabling developer mode is a must-have. With Developer mode enabled, there are several tweaks and changes you can make that you can't make if you don't have it enabled. Lets take a look at 4 reasons why…

Android L official name could be Lemon Meringue Pie

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsNovember 1, 20190Comments

Google has a history of naming their Android versions after their favorite snack with names like Cupcake, KitKat, Jelly Bean and Ice Cream Sandwich. Android's latest Version which is called Android L didn't seem to have been named directly after a snack but the L does create some posibilities as users claim it stands for…

Material Design inspired Nexus Christmas 2014 Wallpapers

Google, MobileOctober 30, 20190Comments

Apparently our list of 140 material design inspired wallpapers were still missing a few festive Christmas 2014 wallpapers. Who doesn't love Christmas? While we all have our different ways to make it feel Christmassy changing the wallpaper of your phone can be one of them and with Google's recent Material Design makeover your 2013 wallpaper just…

How to disable WhatsApp Calling Feature

Apps, Google, MobileOctober 29, 20190Comments

WhatsApp recently introduced a new feature that enables users to make VOIP calls to other WhatsApp users. The feature was added back in Whatsapp 2.12.19 but since then there has been no setting that allows a user to disable WhatsApp calling.WhatsApp Calls can get quiet annoying and there is no good way to block a single…

Is Android Silver dead?

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsOctober 29, 20190Comments

Several months back we did an in-depth coverage on Android Silver which for those who don't remember is a program in which Google was going to work closely with several OEMs and carriers to create high-end smartphones like the Nexus line up of device that run a stock version of Android .According to a new report from…

How to record a phone call on Android

Google, Mobile, TechnologyOctober 27, 20190Comments

There could be many different reasons why you would want to record a phone call between you and someone else and it is handy to know how to do so. Any Android device has the ability to record a call, lets take a look at how you can record a phone call android and save…

How to install Google Apps on Cyanogenmod CM11

Google, MobileOctober 26, 20190Comments

You might love Cyanogenmod and Google Apps, but the thing is you can't have both at the same time, or can you? Gapps don't come pre-installed on Cyanogenmod (since they are Google branded applications) but that doesn't mean there is a way you can install the Play store, Gmail, Maps and many more Google apps on…

Users reporting charger issues with Samsung Gear Live

Gadgets, Google, Personal Tech, Samsung, Tech NewsOctober 25, 20190Comments

Samsung has recently announced the new Samsung Gear Live, a version of the Gear smartwatch but instead of running on Tizen, the watch runs Google's latest operation system Android Wear. We have previously made an article about Galaxy S4 caching fire while charging and it seems that Samsung hasn't been having much luck when it comes…

How to install Android L Keyboard on any Android device without rooting

Apps, Google, MobileOctober 23, 20190Comments

In Google's new version of Android L it has made several improvements to the keyboard. Currently Android L developer preview is only available on the Nexus 5 and Nexus 7 (2013) but you can now install the keyboard on any device running Android 4.0+[This doesn't require to root your device] Head over to the Play…

Samsung Galaxy S5 release date is February 2014

Google, Mobile, Tech NewsOctober 21, 20190Comments

We know Samsung has been working on a new Galaxy S smartphone for some time now. A new report by KoreaHerald claims that the new Samsung Galaxy S5 will feature a new 64-bit ARM chip, a back metal body instead of plastic and will be available February 2014.It has been rumored for some time that there will…

How to customize Android gestures and button actions

Apps, Google, MobileOctober 21, 20190Comments

We are all familiar with some of the gestures that allow us to easily use Android, change from one app to the other one and much more. But recently, several new devices on the market have implemented gesture based actions like the Galaxy S5 which allows you to unlock your device or enter an app…