Google makes updated Android builds available for its devices every month, and the time has come for October’s downloads to go live for Google’s new phones. You can grab …Read More
Archive for October, 2020
Google posts October system images and OTA files for the Pixel 2 and 2 XL, but they only have September patches
October 16th, 2020 
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Google acknowledges Pixel 2 XL display issue, is ’actively investigating’
October 15th, 2020 Marty Figgs If you keep your eye on Android news, and particularly if you have any interest in Google’s latest hardware, it will be no surprise to you that the screen …Read More
You can now ask Google Home to play news videos on your TV
October 14th, 2020 Marty Figgs The Google Home doesn’t have a display of its own, but it’s becoming very good at controlling other screens around your house. You can start playback of content from …Read More
Essential Phone gets a permanent price drop to $499
October 13th, 2020 Marty Figgs Besides the poor camera performance, perhaps the biggest complaint with the Essential Phone was the price. While the phone definitely had a premium design with a good software experience, …Read More
Mercedes adds fingerprint support to its otherwise-terrible app
October 12th, 2020 Marty Figgs If you have a recent Mercedes-Benz, you may have used the ‘Mercedes me’ app. It allows you to manage your car remotely, including starting the engine (2016 models or newer) …Read More
