If you think about it, the Google Home is just a way for Google’s virtual assistant to express itself. Assistant can live in speakers and headphones, smart displays and smartwatches, but the core function of the Google Assistant is to always be there when you need it. That’s why the Google Home was made to blend into your home decor and that’s also why it looks like an air freshener.
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The Dolphin Android emulator lets you play GameCube and Wii games on your Android device. After a two-years-long hiatus, the Dolphin emulator is back on the Google Play Store. While it’s still in beta, the Dolphin team is committing to monthly updates of the Android version. Although other emulators for the GameCube/Wii exist, the de facto program for playing old Nintendo console games is Dolphin. Pretty much every popular game for the two consoles is playable on Dolphin on PC, and you can even hook up your Wiimotes to preserve that classic feel.
Android is the world’s most popular mobile platform, as there are thousands of models at various price points. But you wouldn’t know that looking at Pornhub’s 2019 Year in Review.
The adult streaming service revealed that iOS accounted for 52.8% of all mobile traffic in 2019. Meanwhile, Android accounted for 46.6% of traffic this year. Other platforms accounted for 0.5% of traffic.
In fact, Pornhub said Android traffic dropped by 14% compared to 2018, while iOS traffic rose by 19%.
OEM updates are typically a constant cause for concern among the Android enthusiast crowd. If Apple’s iOS deployment could be seen as a “best case” scenario, the sheer number of handsets running Google’s mobile OS – as well as the number of manufacturers who provide them – have basically rendered all but the Nexus devices subject to sluggish software refreshes. The problem gets even worse when considering the prospects of non-flagship devices.
Update, May 12, 2020 (02:30 PM ET): Yesterday, we found out some more info on the Huawei P30 Pro New Edition as it relates to Germany (and likely the rest of Europe). Now, though, we have some info for the device as it pertains to the United Kingdom.
According to Huawei, the P30 Pro New Edition will be available in the UK starting June 3, 2020. It will be available in Silver Frost only and will cost £699 (~$859).
Most Android Phones out there are rocking Android 2.2, or Froyo. While decent, most are wanting to get their hands on Gingerbread, or Android 2.3 on their phone of choice as soon as possible. With all of this being said, many are wondering what the main differences are between what they have right now, and what they can expect (and look forward to) as soon as they can get Gingerbread goodness on their device.
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Verizon will sell the LG Wing for $1,000 when it launches on October 15. Pre-orders start October 1. It’s the first US carrier to commit to a release date for the rotating phone. You no longer have to wonder when you can get your hands on the LG Wing, although you may have to be picky about your choice of carrier. Verizon (disclaimer: this author also writes for Verizon-owned Engadget) has announced an October 15 release date for the LG Wing for a price of $1,000 up front, or $41.
Samsung’s Galaxy S3 has only been official for just over a week and is yet to see the light of day in any part of the world, but has already provoked more controversy and passion than probably any other Android-based smartphone in history.
It’s practically impossible to find someone interested in technology who doesn’t have a strong opinion on Sammy’s new flagship phone, with feelings ranging from disappointment and anger to excitement and enthusiasm.
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Reliable leaker Ice Universe tweeted some rumors about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10. According to the leaker, the Galaxy S10 will not have an iris scanner, instead focusing only on the ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor. Ice Universe also claims the fingerprint sensor area might cover about 30 percent of the phone’s display. The Samsung Galaxy S10 isn’t due to launch until 2019, but we’re already seeing quite a few leaks and rumors about the upcoming smartphone line.
Full HD displays in premium handsets are a regular sight amongst hardware spec tables, and companies are often keen to tout their display as the next big thing when when you look at a manufacturer’s website. Currently, LCD tops the table as the most commonly used technology when it comes to HD screens. You’ll find one in the 4.8-inch HTC One, 5-inch Sony Xperia Z, ZTE Grand S, OPPO Find 5, the 5.