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June 30
- Here's the Android Nougat statue at the Googleplex!
- Google Maps shows its rainbow side with Toronto Pride Parade details
- Android N is Nougat!!!
- AT&T customers can claim free movie ticket as part of new rewards program
- Quick comparison: 2016's mid-range Android challengers
- Take advantage of the Oculus Summer Sale to add some VR games to your collection
- MIUI 8 public beta kicks off July 11, stable build hitting August 16
- Here's a list of all the 'Ok Google' commands you've never heard of
- Experience what it's like to be deadmau5 with this Cardboard VR game
June 29
- Note-taking alternatives now that Evernote is more expensive
- Chevrolet offers more data for the money with its OnStar 4G LTE plans
- Verizon introduces LTE network extender for homes and businesses
- PlayStation Vue app now streaming on Android devices
- Samsung S-View Flip Cover review for Galaxy S7 edge
- Yahoo Sports gets a new look, live video, and more
- BLU announces the R1 HD starting at just $100 unlocked
- Get the new Moto G4 cheap from Amazon — if you don't mind lock screen ads
- Finding watch faces for Android Wear
- SanDisk announces new super-fast 256GB Extreme UHS-I microSD card
- Evernote hikes up prices, limits free users to two devices
- Oakter brings home automation to India
June 28
- Slack brings replies to your wrist with Android Wear support
- Facebook launches Save and Share extensions for Chrome
- When you buy a Chromebook, get as much storage as you can
- Amazon introduces Page Flip to help you page through ebooks while saving your spot
- Wileyfox Spark hands-on: What an £89 Android phone looks like
- Wileyfox Spark, Spark X, Spark+ specs
June 27
- Android Pay officially launches in Singapore
- How, exactly, would a 'Google phone' fix what Nexus hasn't broken?
- U.S. Cellular support now officially available in Project Fi
- More-detailed satellite images headed to Google Maps and Earth
- Google reportedly working to launch in-house developed phone later this year
June 26
- Grab a limited edition Android Namey McNameface t-shirt now!
June 25
- The malicious 'Godless' exploit found in a few Google Play apps sounds scary, but that's about it
- Android Central 294: ChromeDroid FTW
June 24
- Where to buy the Sony Xperia XA in Canada
- Maybe Google just found its social network after all
- How to try ChromeOS on a virtual machine before you buy a Chromebook
- YouTube announces mobile live broadcasting coming 'soon' for everyone
June 23
- MTS shareholders vote to approve $3.9 billion acquisition by Bell
- Instagram's 'Explore' tab gets more personal with recommended video channels
- Google Play Movies & TV finally gets Android TV playback right in new update
- Which Canadian carrier is the best at pushing Android updates?
- The pocket-sized ASUS ZenBeam E1 will project from your phone, Chromecast and more
- How we'd change the Nexus 6P
- Nextbit plans battery life boost for Robin in future OS update
- When will Android 7.0 Nougat be released?
- HTC is sending out invitations for a closed Sense Home 8 beta on non-HTC phones
June 22
- theScore esports now keeps you up to date with competitive Call of Duty, Starcraft and more
- Dropbox is adding several new and improved productivity tools
- Reach for the sky this Wallpaper Wednesday
- Mobile World Congress Americas to launch in the U.S. in September 2017
- Where to buy the Moto G4 Plus in Canada
- Latest Android N build breaks Google Maps on Android Auto [Update: Fixed]
- New report states the Galaxy Note 7 will only come with a curved display
- Former HTC CEO Peter Chou retires from company
- Here's when your Nexus phone or tablet will stop receiving guaranteed updates
June 21
- This week's 'T-Mobile Tuesdays' offers extended through Friday
- Motorola's design lead Jim Wicks departs after 15 years
- Best comic reader apps for Android
- The Chrome dev channel can be unstable, and it might not be your thing
- Family Locator is offering access to its flight tracking feature for free
- This is what it's like (so far) to use Android apps on a Chromebook
- You won't want to miss these huge savings on Nova Launcher Prime
- This is the lowest price we've seen for an unlocked BlackBerry Priv!
- Quick comparison: Honor 5C versus Honor 5X
- Ultimate Ears' Boom 2 and Megaboom pick up Google Now integration
- Google enables new two-step 'prompt' log-in verification from your phone
June 20
- Do you need a mouse to use Android apps on your Chromebook?
- Starbucks offers 2-for-1 Frappuccino deal when using Android Pay
- How to update Android apps on your Chromebook
- Fitbit's new Sleep Schedule feature addresses the other piece of fitness success
- You can save 35% on these awesome skins for your favorite Android devices
- Vodafone's Smart Platinum 7 is now available in the UK
- OPPO brings great photography to entry-level phones with the affordable A37
June 17
- Android Central 293: Uncle Jerry's Q&A
- 5 reasons you should buy a 360-degree camera
- Pokémon Go Plus accessory now up for pre-order at Amazon for $35
- Are all Androids created equal? How hardware plays a part
- Google makes it easier than ever to find Android Pay promotions
June 16
- Google's Android Security Rewards program has paid out more than $550,000 so far
- ZUS USB-C cable review: A decent right-angle cable that should've gone further
- Google Photos now lets you start a slideshow from any album
- Domino's ditches T-Mobile Tuesdays after getting hit with too many free pizza orders
- Replace your landline with this $35 Google Voice adapter and make free calls
- You can now pre-order the ASUS ZenPad Z8 on Verizon ahead of June 23 launch
- Shazam for Android can now automatically discover what music you're listening to
- Where to buy the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus in the UK
June 15
- Want Marshmallow on your Lenovo ZUK Z1? You can install CyanogenMod 13.0 right now!
- You can now get your Periscope broadcast started right from Twitter's app
- Pokémon Go will let everyone catch 'em all in July
- Android N Developer Preview 4 now live, devs can now target N APIs on Google Play
- Samsung Gear Fit 2 comes to Canada for $250
- It's back: Pick up a 32GB Nexus 5X for just $269
June 14
- You can now use Facebook Messenger to send and receive text messages
- Google Fiber could be coming to Dallas
- OnePlus 3 available right away in the UK for £309 unlocked
- OnePlus 3 comes to Canada: $519 unlocked, available on Day 1
- OnePlus 3 specs
- Samsung Gear 360 gets a firmware update to improve image quality
- T-Mobile adds PBS, YouTube Gaming and more to its Binge On service
- Vodafone's Smart Platinum 7 offers a 5.5-inch QHD display, Snapdragon 652 for £300
June 13
- Storehouse will shut down on July 15
- T-Mobile now pushing Marshmallow update for BlackBerry Priv
- How to follow Euro 2016 on Android in the UK
- HTC will throw in a free headset when you buy an HTC 10 for Father's Day
- Microsoft enters into agreement to acquire LinkedIn for $26.2 billion
- Microsoft rolls out official Xbox app with revamped experience
June 12
- This is how you update a Moto Mod
- Star Trek: Bridge Crew looks like every Trekkie's dream come true!
June 11
- Gear S2 watch face roundup: Pip boy, Avengers and more!
- Original Moto 360 will not receive the Android Wear 2.0 update
June 10
- Android Central 292: Moto Z Special Edition!
- UE Roll 2 review: A small speaker that packs a big punch
- Moto Z and Moto Z Force Droid Edition — what's the difference?
- Bluetooth 5 will go further and faster than ever; announcement coming June 16
- Twitter acknowledges major leak of usernames and passwords
- Cyanogen OS 13.1 brings mods from Microsoft and more to the OnePlus One
- Beta impressions with Pokémon Go!
- Xiaomi is launching a dedicated Mi Community in India, beta signups now live
- You can now reply to comments on Facebook with a video
- Moto Z specs
June 9
- The Moto Z is coming to Canada this fall, but the Force is not with you
- Here's everything Lenovo did today!
- Moto Z Droid Edition + Moto Z Force Droid Edition specs
- Lenovo PHAB 2 Pro Tango preview: Consider our minds blown
- Lenovo PHAB 2 family specs
- Lenovo shows off insanely flexible phone and tablet concepts
- Facebook now lets you upload and share 360-degree photos
- Lenovo Tech World and Moto Z liveblog — live at 10 a.m. PT June 9!
- How to buy an unlocked Android phone in Canada
- HTC Vive Business Edition lets companies buy in bulk
- Coming NVIDIA Shield TV 3.2 update brings full stand-alone Plex Media Server support and more
- This new app uses neural networks to choose the perfect emoji
- YouTube offline now lets you pick a time to download videos
June 8
- Moto Body gets continuous heart rate tracking on Moto 360 (2015), 360 Sport
- Google reportedly plans to match Apple's new subscription revenue sharing split
- U.S. Cellular signs on to help boost Project Fi's coverage
- Marshmallow update now available for unlocked Alcatel Idol 3 phones
- Official Android N name to be revealed in 'a few weeks'
- Get Material this Wallpaper Wednesday
- SanDisk Connect Wireless Stick allows you to access data on the flash drive wirelessly
- Verizon to discontinue its paid Visual Voice Mail service on select phones
- Qualcomm announces its automotive platform to make vehicles smarter
- LeEco's insane Le Max 2 debuts in India for just ₹22,999; Le 2 launches for ₹11,999
- You can pick up a new 32GB Nexus 5X for only $269
- Feet on: Withings Body Cardio Scale adds tons of sensors for better health
- Great keyboard options for the Galaxy Tab S2 9.7
June 7
- The first 'T-Mobile Tuesday' giveaway had issues with too much demand
- Higher prices and lower data caps will come for Manitobans if Bell-MTS deal is approved
- How to try Android Auto before you buy
- Snapchat overhauls Discover and now lets you subscribe to channels
- Pebble Time smartwatches get new Weather app and more with latest update
- Twitter for Android gets easier to navigate with new design and swipe gestures
- Vizio's new Google Cast-friendly sound bars start at $179
- Ask AC: Should I buy a Chromecast?
June 6
- Replay: The growing struggle of playback controls via Bluetooth
- Google offers up discounts on Nexus 6P, Chromecast and more for Father's Day
- The Android Security Bulletin for June 2016 is live - here is what you need to know
- If you care about 3D 360 video, VUZE camera is probably what you want!
- Samsung Galaxy S7 Active specs
- Bose's excellent QuietComfort headphones go wireless
June 5
- Best Buy offering the Huawei Watch for $250
June 4
- Potential Moto X 2016 back covers shown off in new leak
- How to clean and take care of your drone
- Sending HTC your best selfie could help you win an HTC 10
- Android apps on your Chromebook: Here's the video you've been waiting for
June 3
- Android Central 291: Live from Taiwan, it's Computex!
- Hungry Shark World: Tips, tricks, and cheats
- Microsoft shows off how its new Android Wear Outlook watchface can keep you connected
- Reliance Jio finally opens up registrations for its 4G service
- Huawei's Daydream-ready phone coming this year, will work with Leica for 'at least five years'
June 2
- It's not just you: Facebook appears to be down for some [Update: All clear]
- VSCO's upcoming redesign puts equal emphasis on creation and discovery
- AT&T's new rewards program offers free movie tickets and more
- T-Mobile's Un-carrier 11 announcements will be made on Monday, June 6
- Temple Run 2 blazes a path across the desert in its latest update
- Xiaomi's Mi Band 2 has a fancy new screen but costs only $23
June 1
- Google Keep adds link previews and autocomplete for grocery lists
- What I'm using: Aukey Quick Charge 3.0 car charger
- Google Now on Tap update lets you manually select text, search images
- Facebook Messenger adds more diverse selection of emoji
- KFC begins rolling out Android Pay and Samsung Pay support to its restaurants
- Google Fiber TV boxes now support Google Cast
- SanDisk announces faster, higher-capacity USB-C Dual Drive flash drive
- Here's why Amazon doesn't sell the Chromecast anymore