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  • Google’s Phone App for Nexus Devices Gets Spam Calling Protection

    Google’s Phone App for Nexus Devices Gets Spam Calling Protection

    Google is updating the Phone app that is included on their Nexus devices to include spam protection against unwanted calls. The newest version of the app will alert you as a call is coming in if it may be a “suspected” spam caller (see below) and then let you take additional actions on it.

    With Caller ID & spam protection turned on, users will be able to both block and report spam calls. From within the Recent calls log, a tap on a call you’d like to report will offer up an option to “Block / report spam.” You should see options to both report as spam and then block, assuming you want to do both.  (more…)

  • DEAL: Nexus 5X 32GB for $240, Nexus 6 for $280

    DEAL: Nexus 5X 32GB for $240, Nexus 6 for $280

    To head into the weekend, we’ve got a couple of decent deals for you on Nexus devices, assuming you need a good phone on the cheap that actually receives software updates and security patches. You can pick-up last year’s Nexus 5X with 32GB storage for just $239.99 or the previously released Nexus 6 32GB for $279.99.

    The Nexus 5X is available at the price ($160 discount) in either white or black as a brand new unit and is shipped to you for free. This is the US model, so it’ll work on all US carriers, including AT&T and Verizon.

    As for the Nexus 6, the listing states that it is “new other,” which means it might come in packaging other than its original retail box. It doesn’t say refurbished, so it still should be an unused phone. You can choose from either white or blue models and it too ships for free.

    eBay Links:  Nexus 5X ($239.99) | Nexus 6 ($279.99)

  • Android N Developer Preview 5 Now Available! The Final Preview! (Updated)

    Android N Developer Preview 5 Now Available! The Final Preview! (Updated)

    Android N Developer Preview 5 just got posted and is available for the flashing! As of right now, it looks like all supported devices are getting Android build NPD90G. Note that this is the final developer preview before the stable version rolls out “later this summer.”

    Again, the supported devices include the Nexus 5X, Nexus 6, Nexus 6P, Nexus 9 (WiFi and LTE), Nexus Player, Pixel C, and the General Mobile 4G (Android One) device.

    We’re still looking through the changes and will update this post.  (more…)

  • Pokemon GO Now Works With Android N!

    Pokemon GO Now Works With Android N!

    Android N Developer Preview users who have been left out of all the fun that is Pokemon GO, can now catch ’em all. An update pushed this morning adds support for Android Nougat. Look, that phone above is the Nexus 5X and installation is possible!  (more…)

  • July’s Android Security Update Kicks Off Today With Factory Image Files, OTA Files

    July’s Android Security Update Kicks Off Today With Factory Image Files, OTA Files

    Google is pushing out July’s Android security update to Nexus devices today and has done so by already publishing both factory image and OTA .zip files. They also provided the typical security bulletin as well.

    As of right now, we have Android 6.0.1 files for the Nexus 6P (MTC19X), Nexus 5X (MTC19Z), Nexus 5 (MOB30P), Nexus 6 (MMB30K, MOB30O), Nexus 7 2013 (MOB30P, MMB30M), Nexus 9 (MOB30P), and Nexus Player (MOB30P).

    UPDATE:  Pixel C files for July are now available as build MXC89K.  (more…)

  • DEALS: Unlocked Galaxy S7 Duos Just $499, 32GB Nexus 5X for $239

    DEALS: Unlocked Galaxy S7 Duos Just $499, 32GB Nexus 5X for $239

    eBay has cooked up two serious deals today that include the Samsung Galaxy S7 and the Nexus 5X. The Galaxy S7, in all its unlocked, dual-SIM glory, can be had for just $499, while the Nexus 5X with 32GB of storage is all the way down to $239.

    If you are interested in the Galaxy S7, I’m not sure you will find a better deal than this. This is a 32GB unlocked version with dual SIM slots, so you can travel easily with this phone without swapping SIMs. This particular variant is model SM-G930FD and works on GSM networks in the US like T-Mobile and AT&T. It will not work on Verizon or Sprint. The only real issue here is that it more than likely won’t work with Samsung Pay because of its international nature.  (more…)

  • DEAL: 32GB Nexus 5X for $260 at Daily Steals With This Coupon Code ($140 Off)

    DEAL: 32GB Nexus 5X for $260 at Daily Steals With This Coupon Code ($140 Off)

    Nexus 5X deals never seem to go away and the latest is one of the best we have seen to date. Over at Daily Steals, you can grab the 5X with 32GB storage for just $259.99 after coupon code. That’s a solid $140 discount.

    To get the deal, head over to Daily Steals through the link below, add the device to your cart, and then use code “NexusEmail10” at checkout to see an extra $10 drop off the price.

    Our Nexus 5X review is a good place to start if you are considering buying one.

    Daily Steals Link

  • Google Listing Android Update Death Dates for Nexus Devices (Updated)

    Google Listing Android Update Death Dates for Nexus Devices (Updated)

    As we already know, Android software updates typically last for two years following the launch of a device. This goes for pretty much every OEM, although, not every device sees that type of support. However, when it comes to Google and its lineup of Nexus devices, the company is usually quite good about supporting its smartphones and tablets.

    Listed on a support page this week, Google is now detailing the timeframes that owners of these select devices should start really thinking about an upgrade. For Nexus phones and tablets, the Android software updates will last “at least” two years, but for security patches, the updates will continue for about three years after launch.  (more…)