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Google announced less than a month ago that it has decided to add three new smartphones to Project Fi, two LG models – V35 ThinQ and G7 ThinQ, and a Motorola handset, the Moto G6. Starting today, customers can pre-order either of LG's new high-end smartphones, the V35 ThinQ and G7 ThinQ, via Project Fi. Neither will go cheap though if you decide to get it outright, as the LG V35 ThinQ can be had for $899, while the LG G7 ThinQ costs no less than $749. The good news is the LG G7 ThinQ is also available for pre-order for $31.21 per month for 24 months, whereas the LG V35 ThinQ is up ... #Google #Android #Smartphones #OS #News @ndrdnws #ndrdnws #AndroidNews

  Earlier this year at I/O, it was revealed that Google Lens would soon arrive in camera apps by other manufacturers , including Motorola, LG, HMD/Nokia, and OnePlus. In the last case, the wait is unofficially over, as version 2.7.19 of the OnePlus Camera app brings a convenient Google Lens shortcut to the camera app for OnePlus devices. OnePlus Camera app v2.6.108 (left) and v 2.7.19 (right), note the extra Google Lens shortcut at bottom left. This new version of the app arrived at our sister site APK Mirror just two days ago, and it's possible that the origin stems from the upcoming Android P Beta 2 for the OnePlus 6. In our testing, it also works with the OnePlus 5T and OnePlus 3, though, and it should likely work for other OnePlus phones as well. Those that install the update should see the new Google Lens shortcut appear on the bottom row in the pane which appears when swiping up from the area surrounding the shutter. Give it a tap, and it takes you to the

Fallout 76 is unlike any other Fallout game we've seen. Here's why. #Google #Android #Smartphones #OS #News @ndrdnws #ndrdnws #AndroidNews

The best shooter on Android just gets better and better. Player Unknown's Battleground (or PUBG for short) is a battle royale-style game that pits you against 99 other players in a heart-pounding survival scenario where you must scavenge for loot, explore the map and stay in the safe zone while taking out your competition. It's a highly competitive game that offers game modes for Solo play, pairing up in Duo mode, or playing as a squad of four, and every playthrough will be unique in its own way. Originally released in China, the mobile version is now available in North America and elsewhere around the world and, in short, the hype is real . Keep reading to learn more about one of the biggest games released for Android in years. Download: Player Unknown's Battleground (Free) Update June 19, 2018: Major update adds first-person mode, Battle Pass Season 1, and a host of other cool features The latest update to PUBG Mobile has introduced a slew of features

The Nokia 5.1 Plus has just stopped by for the usual TENAA certification revealing the key specs of the device. The info comes shortly after the Bluetooth certification hinting at nearing launch. Supposedly the Nokia 5.1 Plus renders Anyway, as usual, the TENAA document lists most of the specs that you'd be interested in. We've got an octa-core processor clocked at 2.0 GHz, so we can safely assume it's one of MediaTek's Helio P-series or Qualcomm's Snapdragon 600-series chipsets. The SoC also features 3GB, 4GB and 6GB of RAM along with either 32GB or 64GB of expandable internal storage. Leaked specs sheet The device will be built around a big 5.86-inch display with 720 x 1520 HD+ resolution with a notched design. The camera department will feature a dual camera setup on the back with a 13MP primary unit and an 8MP front-facing shooter. The battery is rated at 3,000 mAh and it seems that the efficiency of the SoC will determine the overall battery

Wireless carriers have a lot of information about its subscribers, including data pertaining to customer location. Wireless carriers have been selling that data for years, but it looks like U.S. operators are now changing their practices a bit. First up, Verizon Wireless confirmed in a letter to Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) that it would be cutting off location data from third-party brokers, including institutions it has worked with for quite some time, including Zumigo and LocationSmart. The two brokers were able to use that data and sell it off to over 75 different companies. Verizon says it will be axing those partnership deals with the brokers as soon as possible. AT&T has come forward and said the same thing , adding that it will do so "as soon as practical"with no specific date of termination on the books at the time of publication. Sprint , in a statement to The Verge , confirmed that it would be ending the sale of subscriber location data as well. Speci

PUBG Mobile is a great mobile battle royale game, and unlike Fortnite, is currently available on Android ( though Fortnite is coming soon ). A new update brings some goodies as well as a new way to spend real money, though it isn't all that intrusive. The new feature is called Royale Pass and it adds content for both paying and non-paying players. You can advance through the pass by ranking up, and some of the free ranks will give you things like in-game money, experience, and cosmetic items. If you want to earn more rewards, you can upgrade to one of the paid tiers. The first tier costs $10 and the second costs $35, and both will add a lot more rewards to every rank you get. And of course that fee is per season, so once the season ends you'll have to buy it again. This system is pretty much identical to Fortnite's Battle Pass, even in the way the menu is structured. Thankfully, if you don't want to pay you're not penalized. This isn't exactly pay to

Smartphone buyers want full-screen phones but they don't like notches, and so the Oppo Find X takes a different route. Its slide-out camera array delivers both practicality and drama to the new Android handset, unveiled officially today in Paris, France. It's all about the slide At first glance, you'd be forgiven for thinking that the Oppo Find X did without … Continue reading #Google #Android #Smartphones #OS #News @ndrdnws #ndrdnws #AndroidNews

Be cautious when you see the headlines for this device – most people want to say one of two things. One, this is the device that will bring VR mainstream! Two, this device isn't any different than any smartphone VR system, and isn't worth your time. Today we're going to be real about this situation: If you've got $200, you … Continue reading #Google #Android #Smartphones #OS #News @ndrdnws #ndrdnws #AndroidNews

The Oppo Find X blends a seamless body style with unique functionality, and popular features like Google Lens. Oppo Find X Introduction & Display Oppo has officially unveiled its latest smartphone, the Find X, which follows some industry trends but deviates from others to attempt at offering something unique enough to capture the consumer's attention. The most noticeable thing about the phone is that it comes with a nearly bezeless screen that has no notch, a trend which more than a few smartphone manufacturers have implemented in new phones for 2018. Oppo on the other hand has chosen to forego this particular trait, citing that it believes in beautiful design, but to combat the loss of an area on screen where the front-facing camera would have been, Oppo has instead chosen to implement a hidden camera design which it calls the Stealth 3D camera, complete with mechanical components that will slide the camera module up int view when the user is ready to take photos. Impleme

It took a while for them to decide, but the World Health Organization (WHO) has now classified " gaming disorder " as a legitimate type of addiction. The WHO has included those who are "addicted" to gaming as part of the latest version of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), but of course, there are people who don't agree with them. That said, there are millions of gamers around the world, and we feel that it could be said that some of these gamers are actually addicted to gaming . According to the WHO, there are three primary criteria which should be seen to evaluate gaming addiction . First, the addiction manifests in impaired control over gaming – that is, the gamer being unable to control the frequency, intensity, or duration of when he/she has gaming sessions. The second criterion sees gamers giving increased priority to gaming, and that it takes precedence over other life interests and daily activities. Lastly, gaming will escalat

YouTube Premium, Pokemon Go, and Datally (Podcast #14) It has been another quiet few days in the world of smartphones, but there's still plenty to talk about today. In this episode of the AndroidGuys podcast, we discuss a number of Google endeavors as well as major new features to Pokemon Go. Listen in as Scott and Andrew tackle Android Messages, Datally, YouTube Premium, and more. Topics It's our goal to keep these podcasts short but there's a reason we lovingly refer to it as "The 15-minute podcast that's never 15 minutes". We hope you enjoy the show! Don't Miss Subscribe to the AndroidGuys Audio Experience! You can download or subscribe to the podcasts wherever you normally find your favorite shows. For your convenience, you can also click the links below. Google Play Music | Simplecast | iTunes  | Stitcher  | Pocket Casts For questions, concerns, or general feedback about the podcast feel free to cont

The LG G7 ThinQ and the LG V35 ThinQ on Project Fi are now up for pre-order. The LG G7 is priced at $749, while the LG V35 costs $899. Buyers will get a $100 Project Fi service credit with the purchase of either phone. If you've wanted to get your hands on either the LG G7 ThinQ or the newer LG V35 ThinQ , you have a new outlet. Project Fi , Google's MVNO carrier, is now offering both of these new LG flagship handsets for pre-order. Editor's Pick LG G7 ThinQ review: Bright, loud, and smart Update (6/1):  The LG G7 is now available! Buy it from the following retailers: Get the LG G7 on Sprint Get the LG G7 on Verizon Get the LG G7 on T-Mobile Get the LG G7 … If you want to get the LG G7 ThinQ, Project Fi is selling it for $749 or for $31.21 a month for 24 months. The LG V35 ThinQ is more expensive at $899 or for $37.46 a month for 24 months. Google is offering a $100 Project Fi billing credit when you purchase either phone, but

... Google Home users in the United Kingdom are now able to access a second video screaming service by way of Google Home: Channel 4's All 4. This is the second video-on-demand service compatible with Google Home in the UK, after Netflix. All 4 streams some popular shows like "The Handmaid's Tale" and the original "Shameless" series. Users are able to call up shows on All 4 on their TVs just by asking; no need to specify the service when issuing the command. Playback can also be controlled by voice, with commands like "pause," "play," et cetera. International support for Google Home-compatible video services is still lagging behind US options. Compared to the UK's two choices, here in the States, we have access to a total of 10 services including Netflix, YouTube TV, and HBO Now. It's nice that additional services are coming, but I'm sure our overseas friends would appreciate it if they'd

The research team behind IBM Watson has just presented an AI capable of debating with people, which could be used for helping organizations make better decisions. Project Debater takes its opponent's arguments into account, along with information from its massive database of papers, and crafts its own arguments. It can even crack jokes, but that's not the only human-like thing about it.  I am afraid of getting hacked. You too? Project Debater got to show off its skills in two debates, on space exploration and telemedicine, against human opponents who happened to be debate champions. It works by pulling information from its database full of hundreds of millions of articles and uses that to craft a compelling argument which can be in response to points made by a human, rather than merely presenting information. This style of free-form debate is another big step forward in AI, beyond the template responses of virtual assistants

For the second time in less than a month, customers who want to grab LG's latest flagship smartphone, the V30S ThinQ, can do so for a much lower price than MSRP. Late last month, the phone got a consistent discount on the phone, but the deal wasn't available for too long. Starting this week, B&H Video has re-enabled the same deal, so everyone can buy the LG V30S ThinQ for just $599.99 outright. Well, considering the smartphone is usually available for purchase for $930, this is quite a massive discount. The LG V30S ThinQ has few downsides hardware-wise, such as the fact that it ... #Google #Android #Smartphones #OS #News @ndrdnws #ndrdnws #AndroidNews

T-Mobile and Sprint promised the FCC today that their proposed merger will lower costs for consumers and create more jobs. They also launched a website laying out the advantages of the New T-Mobile to the general public. Combining the third and fourth largest U.S. carriers is a controversial idea. Megamergers typically lead to higher costs for consumers and significant layoffs, not the opposite. It's up to the two companies to convince the FCC that things will be different this time. The combination will be called T-Mobile, and will be headed by John Legere, T-Mobile's current CEO. Legere is positioning the New T-Mobile as a stronger competitor to the "entrenched leaders of the wireless industry," by which he means Verizon and AT&T, who have 33.8 percent and 30.9 percent of the U.S. market, respectively. Will it fly? The $59 billion deal is still just a proposal. T-Mobile and Sprint have to get their merger past government regulators. And this

US wireless carriers are making headlines today by pledging to cut back on the sale of your location data to some shady middle men who were turning around and re-selling that data. News of these resellers first came to light a few weeks ago when one of them was found to have exposed a whole bunch of real-time locations of customers. For back story on the entire situation, feel free to read this and this . If you don't have time for either, here are the basics. US carriers like Verizon and AT&T have collected your location data and then sold it off to 3rd party resellers who then sell it off to someone else who might have a service to provide. It's apparently a pretty lucrative thing that also has little federal regulation around. A bunch of that data was exposed without much effort, which is not good, since real-time location data would allow someone to know exactly where you are at all times. I'm sure you can think of things that someone could do by knowing

Oppo has announced the 1,699-euro Find X Automobili Lamborghini Edition. The special version of the Find X includes SuperVOOC, which will charge the phone's battery to 100 percent in just 35 minutes. The phone also comes with 512GB of storage, as well as Lamborghini's logo on the back. The official reveal of the Oppo Find X in Paris had a major surprise at the end of its press event. The company announced it will release a special Find X Automobili Lamborghini Edition of the phone, which will use Oppo's SuperVOOC fast battery charging technology. How fast is it? Oppo claims that the 3,400mAh battery on this phone would take 90 minutes to fully charge with the company's standard VOOC charging tech. The SuperVOOC flash charging hardware in the Find X Lamborghini Edition has a maximum charge of 50W and can fully charge the phone's battery from 0 to 100 percent in just 35 minutes. This edition of the phone will also have 512GB of onboard sto