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After initially being shipped out with Android Kitkat, the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 received a steady stream of updates from Android Lollipop, to what seems like its final version, Android Marshmallow in mid 2016. The Android Marshmallow brought with it a breath of fresh air, with tweaks to Samsung's Touchwiz, the Doze feature and an updated S-Pen menu. With Android Nougat rolling out on more and more Samsung devices, we now await confirmation from Samsung if the Note 4 will receive the latest android version or not.
Galaxy Note 4 tips and tricks
How to reset the Galaxy Note 4 for better performance
Buy now: Galaxy Note 4 from AT&T | Sprint | T-Mobile | Verizon | eBay
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Many people see adverts as the scourge of the internet but they remain the major, and in many cases, only, revenue stream for online media publishers. Another blow has been struck to online advertising recently, however, as a study has revealed how it could constitute for as much as 79 percent of the mobile data consumed by each web page.
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Android Marshmallow isn't an overhaul of everything you thought you knew about Android. Rather, it's a refinement and extension of the core features and functionality of Android Lollipop. In this Android Marshmallow review, I take a look at the major features of Google's latest OS version to let you know where it hits, where it misses, and where it has room to improve.
How to download and install Android O
Android Marshmallow tips and tricks
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The status of the Sony Xperia Z6 is up in the air. A Sony Country Manager told AndroidPIT at MWC 2016 that the Xperia Z6 has been replaced by the Xperia X Performance, but this statement was quickly retracted. Read the full story at the link or see previous Xperia Z6 coverage below. Based on current information, it seems entirely possible that the Xperia Z line has ceased.
Sony Xperia X review [hands on]
MWC 2016: latest news and highlights
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Verizon is currently rolling out the LG G3 Android Marshmallow update in the US. Find out the latest LG G3 Android update news below in the highlighted section, and keep an eye on the update table below to see how the major carriers are progressing with the update.
LG G3 tips & tricks
Buy Now: LG G3 from Verizon | AT&T | Amazon | T-Mobile
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The Samsung Galaxy S3 was originally offered with the Android Ice Cream operating system, and then received both the Jelly Bean and KitKat updates up to Android 4.4.4. The latter included an update to guard against the Stagefright exploit. Android Lollipop, Marshmallow and Nougat were not officially rolled out to the S3 but custom ROMs are available. A word of caution though: using custom ROMs will void any warranty you may have so make sure you've backed everything up before your flash your phone. Read on to find how to get the latest Android OS on your Galaxy S3 device.
Samsung Galaxy S3 tips and tricks
How to downgrade the Galaxy S3 back to Android 4.1.2
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The Samsung Galaxy Note 3 originally came out of the box with the Jelly Bean Android operating system. Samsung offered software updates up to Android 5.0 Lollipop for the standard Galaxy Note 3, however Galaxy Note 3 NEO did receive a later iteration with Android 5.1.1, after which Samsung stopped offering system upgrades to all Note 3 devices. Luckily, it is still possible for you to get more recent versions like Android Marshmallow or Android Nougat on your Galaxy Note 3, though we must point out that these are through unofficial channels and therefore you choice to use them is at your own risk.
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 tips and tricks
The best custom ROMs for Android
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Every year, smartphone manufacturers bring out a brand new flagship device for us all to get excited about. With this cycle and the number of manufacturers out there, it’s easy to forget what was top of the line just a few years ago. So with the launch of the new Nexus handsets from Google, let's take a step back through time and take a look at the evolution of the Nexus series, including the newest arrivals, the Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P.
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It’s still too soon to upgrade from the Samsung Galaxy S4 to a new phone. That’s the truth. There’s one simple reason why the Galaxy S4 was one of the best smartphones Samsung ever produced: it was made while Samsung was at the peak of its game.
Samsung Galaxy S4 update news
Samsung Galaxy S4 battery tips
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Sony's problem child, the Xperia Z3+, has received what is probably the most important update it ever will. With the new firmware arriving only hours ago, the overheating camera app issue which we uncovered this week should be corrected. We installed the new firmware on our Z3+ and have the results for you right here.
Sony Xperia Z3+ vs Xperia Z3 comparison
