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The first update for Android 11 developer preview is live

The developer preview of Android 11 has received its first update to deliver pattches and fix some of the bugs that came with the first version

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Android Pie spoiled for Nokia 7 Plus users who just got fourth beta

Those who were hoping to get an early jump on the official Android P build with the Nokia 7 Plus are a little disappointed, but a follow-up should be soon.

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Eventually, Android will have toggle for Dark Theme UI

Android users have been thirsty for a dark theme for years. Pixel 2 owners only have this feature on an wallpaper-contingent basis.

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Essential Phone will get standard 3-year software update schedule

The company insists that the Essential PH-1 will remain on its normal software update schedule through mid-2020, even as the fate of the company is uncertain.

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Global private DNS in Android P and a new navigation mode

It's not just about security while internet browsing, but also an iPhone X user interface motif that might get imported to Android P, according to some conspiratorial monitors.

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Android P rhymes with HP Elite x3 | #PNWeekly 295

The FBI recruited Best Buy employees as an arm of the law, but did it breach citizens' Fourth Amendment rights? That plus Android P and HTC phone feedback on our show!

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5 updates in Android P Developer Preview scheme, final launch in Q3

The second developer preview will be released at around the time of Google I/O. Even with five scheduled updates in total, Android P is expected to go public in the third quarter.

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Android P Developer Preview begins with big new media codecs supported

Other big points for app makers include a flooding threshold for to encourage the API level support and idle state apps not being able to record device sensor data. Images for Pixel phones are available.

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Factory resetting in Android 8.1 Developer Preview can brick device

If you have a problem and happen to have forgotten your unlock code for some reason, you better hope you don't need a factory reset.

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Project Treble seeks to put Android updates on the fast lane

Another feature to look forward to on Android O is one that will ease the burden on manufacturers and carriers dealing with device software.

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Why is Google afraid of the dark… theme?

Dark themes and Night Mode have been cut from the latest Android N Developer Preview BETA. Why is Google afraid of the dark?

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