Guest Robert Nazarian Posted July 21, 2014 Posted July 21, 2014 http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/9b566a71c6f043e05101bce2a0a57a35.jpg The G3 just became available and LG already announced a new device, the G3 Beat. The Galaxy Note 4 is shaping up to be the most powerful phone in the universe, but will it keep Samsung’s profits from declining? NVIDIA is going to give it another go with the Shield. This time it’s going to be a tablet, but will consumers actually buy this one? Google and Samsung try to unify home automation, but is that even possible? It’s time to get caught up and get ready for what is sure to be another big week in the world of Android. Reviews LG G Watch and Android Wear review: The smartwatch revolution has begun Accessories Samsung gets into mobile audio market with new Level portfolio Android Wear Minuum shows off early beta of Android Wear keyboard Google will release a custom watch face API for Android Wear soon, current watch faces may not work with it Apps – New 120 Sports takes its online network to Android with new app Amazon Prime Instant Video might finally come to Android devices Apps – Updates Popcorn Time gets a boost with Chromecast support and quicker downloads [APK Download] Google Play update version 4.8.22 brings usual bug fixes ESPN updates its fantasy football app with new push notifications and user interface Chrome for Android updated with improved text rendering for non-mobile sites [APK Download] Google Wallet updated with ability to store gift cards and more [APK Download] Google Maps now has richer biking navigation and voice input DirecTV opens NFL Sunday Ticket to users without satellite service, but there is a catch Amazon announces Kindle Unlimited subscription service Facebook testing new Buy Button for purchases within the social platform Kik messaging service updated to include live location tracking from Glympse Carriers AT&T adds Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 to its lineup online today HTC Desire 610 to hit AT&T on July 25th LG G Pad 7.0 with LTE headed for AT&T Sprint rolling out update to LG G3 and G Flex to activate WiFi Calling Softbank’s Son getting ready for long merger battle T-Mobile’s equipment installment plan for accessories starts July 20 Verizon adds 4G LTE to prepaid ALLSET PLANS Verizon’s LG G3 has a removable battery Verizon Edge now allows tablets to be paid over time Android 4.4.4 changelog for Motorola DROID line (2013) gets posted Chrome Google working on fixing laptop battery drain bug in Chrome Chromebooks Microsoft planning on launching ultra-cheap laptops to compete with Chromebooks Chromecast Popcorn Time gets a boost with Chromecast support and quicker downloads Gaming NVIDIA is working on a new gaming console Kim Kardashian: Hollywood brings star’s power to mobile gaming NVIDIA Shield tablet press render leaks, shows front stereo speakers NVIDIA will announce the Shield Tablet on July 22nd alongside a wireless controller Guardians of the Galaxy: TUW blasts into Google Play Game of Thrones Ascent now available on Google Play Google Relive Google I/O in under 2 minutes Jumping Ship: Google Glass lead creator ditching for Amazon Pharmaceutical giant Novartis pairs with Google to make smart contact lenses a reality Google will indicate if devices are not compatible with websites before opening Alan Mulally, former Ford Motor Company CEO, joining Google’s Board of Directors Google partners with Udacity to teach about Android app development Latest Maps update allows you to take tour of London in 3D Google, Samsung have growing tension over wearables Google+ Google+ discontinues “real names” policy Hardware MediaTek’s new high-end octa-core processor allows for super slow motion playback Google opens Project Ara hardware application to develop modules Home Automation New Thread wireless standard in the works for home automation Samsung chatting with SmartThings about purchase for around $200 million Phones – Amazon Amazon launches inaugural Fire Phone commercial, focuses on free Prime subscription Phones – Android One Android One program to hit India this October Phones – Google Play Edition [Deal] Expansys offering close-out deals on Google Play Edition devices Phones – HTC HTC Desire 610 to hit AT&T on July 25th HTC One (M7) gets a taste of Android L Phones – LG LG G3 S (or G3 Mini) receives certification in China, user manual leaks LG’s G3 Beat will go on sale July 18th in South Korea Verizon’s LG G3 has a removable battery Sprint rolling out update to LG G3 and G Flex to activate WiFi Calling Phones – Motorola Battery cover image leaks for unknown Motorola device [Deal] Motorola offering up to $125 off Moto X — deal expires next week Moto Maker to come to Mexico this week Android 4.4.4 changelog for Motorola DROID line (2013) gets posted Phones – Nokia Microsoft killing off future Nokia Android-based smartphones Phones – Samsung Samsung’s premium metal phone could be the Galaxy Alpha Details brought to light about Samsung Galaxy Note 4 ultraviolet sensor Leaked list of Samsung Galaxy Note 4 APK files suggest new features on the way LTE-A Galaxy S 5′s 2k screen gets reviewed, shows improvement over current models Samsung already losing market share ahead of iPhone 6 launch Samsung’s SM-G850 appears in benchmark database Samsung will launch an LTE-capable Galaxy S 5 in India later this year Phones – Sony Sony Xperia Z3 arrives in the United States courtesy of FCC testing Project Ara Google opens Project Ara hardware application to develop modules Smartwatches Best Buy now carrying Samsung Gear Live and LG G Watch HTC to enter the smartwatch game, according to new leaked photo Turn your Sony SmartWatch 2 or SmartBand into a game controller with “Aces of the Luftwaffe” Minuum shows off early beta of Android Wear keyboard Tablets LG G Pad 7.0 with LTE headed for AT&T NVIDIA Shield tablet press render leaks, shows front stereo speakers NVIDIA will announce the Shield Tablet on July 22nd alongside a wireless controller The rear covers on Samsung’s new Galaxy Tab S tablets are deforming due to processors overheating Updates HTC One (M7) gets a taste of Android L Android 4.4.4 changelog for Motorola DROID line (2013) gets posted Tablets AT&T adds Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 8.0 to its lineup online today Miscellaneous Samsung suspends business with factory in question in midst of child labor allegations New Console OS wants to bring Android to the desktop HTC losing more executives Patent filing reveals Samsung is testing new S Pen technology Samsung considering possible partnership with Under Armour to compete with Apple – Nike collaboration Amazon has ebook subscription in the works Google, Samsung have growing tension over wearables Samsung assisting Qualcomm with mobile processor production Come comment on this article: TalkAndroid Weekly Recap for July 14 – July 20, 2014 Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more! http://androidforum.us/data/MetaMirrorCache/54e2eedc0809597318021bc0642416ec._.gif News via TalkAndroid
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