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Google Assistant is Reportedly Enabled on Some Non-Pixel Phones with Alpha Version of Google App!

Google Assistant is Reportedly Enabled on Some Non-Pixel Phones with Alpha Version of Google App!

In what could be called as a surprising news, some of the users of non-Pixel phones are reporting that the latest Alpha version of the Google App is bringing the popular Google Assistant to their phones, according to Android Police. 

The report also cites that several people at Android Police after installing the latest Google App Alpha version enabled the Google Assistant on their non-Pixel phones. However, on some phones, the feature did not appear. So, it must be some bug, or maybe Google failed to remove the lines of code.



Besides this, we tried installing the APK provided by Android Police on a Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, but no luck for us as well. If you people want to give a shot at the new Alpha version, you can download the APK from apkmirror.com. Also, do make a note that the APK is an Alpha version and will have many bugs. 

Download: 6.13.5 alpha | Via: AndroidPolice

Toast's Wood Cover For The Google Pixel is Simply Sublime

Toast's Wood Case For The Google Pixel is Simply Sublime


Google's Pixel and Pixel XL are one of the best Android Smartphone you can buy out there. Both of the devices come in three different color choices Very Silver, Really Blue, and Quite Black.

The Google Pixel and Pixel XL look stunning in the stock colors, but one can make it more stylish by adding Real wood-made cover.



U.S. company Toast offers wrap cover for both the standard, 5-inch Pixel, as well as the larger Pixel XL. You’ll be able to skin the front, back, glass, and logo on the Pixel with a variety of different options including walnut, ash or ebony. The kit costs $44, you can also select catchy etchings, custom text for $5 extra.

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Toast's Wood Case For The Google Pixel is Simply Sublime

OnePlus Teases Something for this Valentine's Day!

OnePlus Teases Something for this Valentine's Day!


Chinese smartphone vendor, OnePlus has something under their sleeves for this Valentine's day. The company, on their official YouTube channel, posted a video in which everyone says 'I Want You.' 

However, we're not sure on what OnePlus is actually teasing about. But surely, something big is coming from OnePlus. Also, at the end of the video, they stated as 'Get whatever you want this Valentine's day.' 


We believe that the company might offer some massive discounts on all of their products or, there can be a new Red colored variant of the OnePlus 3/3T coming in, but we're not sure up to what extent this is true. 

That said, everything is still under wraps for now. We will update you once after receiving further info regarding what OnePlus is up to.

All the Variants of Apple iPhone 8 to Feature Wireless Charging: KGI Analyst


Apple will be working hard to bring many changes in their upcoming iPhone 8, which will also mark the 10th year for Apple iPhones. With that said, leaks and rumors are pouring in regarding the phone. 
This time, popular Apple analyst from KGI Securities, Ming-Chi suggest that all the variants of Apple iPhone 8 will have support for wireless charging, which also means that the iPhone 8 will move away from the metal bodies and we will be back to iPhones with the glass body. 
According to the analyst, the Apple iPhone 8 will be released in three variants and all of them will have support for wireless charging. Also, the iPhone 8 will use an OLED display, which further results in price hike and rumors say that it will cost more than $1000 (approx. Rs. 67,000).

LineageOS for Motorola Moto Devices: Download and How to Install

LineageOS for Motorola Moto (Moto E, Moto G, Moto X) Devices: How to Download and Install

Lineage OS (Another open-source operating system for smartphones and tablet, based on the Android mobile platform) will be a continuation of what CyanogenMod was. The LineageOS 14.1 is based on Android 7.1.1 Nougat and has same build number system as CyanogenMod's.



Lineage OS Official builds are now available for many devices, In this article, we will share the list of Motorola Moto devices that already got Official LineageOS nightlies.

LineageOS for Motorola Moto Devices: Download and How to Install


The latest Moto Smartphones to get LineageOS 14.1 nightlies are as follows:



How to Install LineageOS on Motorola Moto Devices-

Prerequisite: 

  • A Moto G, Moto E, or Moto X Smartphone
Steps:

1. Unlock your Device's bootloader by following this Official Guide by Motorola


2. Download and Install TWRP on your Device by following "How to Install TWRP on "Your_Device_Name" at XDA-developers".

3. Download LineageOS for your Device from the appropriate above link and save it into your Device's External Storage.



4. Boot your Moto Smartphone to fastboot mode, Select recovery.

5. Clear Data, Cache and system (if needed)

6.  Select Install ZIP from SDcard, choose the LineageOS file, you downloaded earlier.

7. Reboot your device and enjoy Lineage Custom Rom based on Latest AndroidOS on your device.

Comment below If you find any problem Installing LineageOS on your Device or If you have already Installed, Do Share your thoughts.


Google Assistant Can Now Control Smart Devices with a New 'Home Control' Feature



Google Assistant, the personal digital assistant exclusive to Pixel phones is now getting a new update with which the assistant can control Smart devices with the help of a new 'Home Control' feature. 


This feature was earlier announced, maybe last month along with the integrations, Belkin, Honeywell, and Wemo. Also, Google Assistant can now control the Nest, Philips Hue, and Samsung SmartThings. 





According to 9to5google, this feature is already live on their both Pixel phones with latest Google Play Services version and the latest beta of Google App. There's a new tab called as 'Home Control' present under the Settings of Google Assistant. 

But, there is no timeline on when the feature will roll out to public, but this is a much-needed addition for several people out there.

OxygenOS 4.0.3 is now rolling out for the OnePlus 3

OxygenOS 4.0.3 is now rolling out for the OnePlus 3


Following the OxygenOS 4.0 and 4.0.2 based on Android 7.0 Nougat, the company is now rolling out OxygenOS 4.0.3 OTA update for the OnePlus 3.

Apart from Android 7.0 Nougat Interface and Features, Here are some highlights of OxygenOS 4.0.3 update for the OnePlus 3-




  • Added Wi-Fi IPv6 Support toggle
  • Optimized Smart Wi-Fi Switcher, if turned on, device will switch to data connection if Wi-Fi signal is consistently poor
  • Fixed crashes for Line
  • Increased stability of the Camera app
  • Optimized exposure when taking night time photos
  • Updated Audio Parameters and improved the quality of audio recordings
  • Updated APN settings for select carriers
  • Amazon Prime App will be pre-installed for India Users


After update, users might face fluctuations in WiFi connectivity, but here's how you can fix this issue- 


  • If you experience frequent WiFi disconnections, please go to Settings > Wi-Fi > Configure WiFi (Top right hand corner) > Scroll to bottom of the page and check the IP address format (IPv4 = Single line, IPv6 = Multiple lines)> If the IP address is IPv6 based, then turn off the IPv6 Support toggle and see if the disconnections stop.
  • If you experience frequent WiFi disconnections due to switches between WiFi and data, please try turning off the Smart Wi-Fi Switcher at Settings > Wi-Fi > Configure WiFi and see if the disconnections stop


Source: OnePlus