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Well the LG G3 dominated the news once again, but this time it was actually unveiled for real. It sure seems like an awesome phone, but does it have a chance to steal some of Samsung’s customers? HTC is said to be dropping development on the HTC One (M8) Prime, but it appears they still have a few more variants in the pipeline. What will the next flagship phone be? It appears Motorola is next in line with the Moto X+1. Android TV is oh so close, but will the failure of Google TV taint it in anyway? It’s time to get caught up and get ready for what is sure to be another exciting week in the world of Android.
Accessories
Sony launches wireless charging plate and cover case for Xperia Z2
Android In The Car
Get a peek at possible Android for automobiles interface
Android TV
Android TV will be showcased at Google I/O, packs a secret weapon
Apps – New
Sunrise Calendar app now available for Android
Apps – Updates
Samsung S Health app gets Stress level monitoring feature
Google’s camera app getting an update with new timer and aspect ratio options
Microsoft working on real-time language translation through Skype
Pocket launches $5 per month Premium subscription service
AllCast can now send media to any Chrome Browser
Post acquisition by Apple, Beats Music adjusts pricing, trial period
Capsules.io integrates digital content directly into the physical world using GPS-based virtual containers
Google Maps Android update brings elevation levels for bikers and hikers
Sonos offering 6 free months of Google Play Music service to customers
Android Device Manager updated with Guest Mode
GO Launcher EX updated to version 5 with new flat theme and features
Carriers
AT&T officially announces the Samsung Galaxy S 5 Active
Acer rumored to be releasing 5-inch device on AT&T
LG G3 carrier information for the United States
AT&T finally pencils in a release date for the ASUS PadFone X
Samsung Galaxy S 5 in gold press render for AT&T, Sprint leaks
Sprint website confirms 64GB Moto X
HTC One (M7) on Sprint now getting Sense 6 update
Sprint starts rolling out Android 4.4 for Samsung Galaxy Note II
Un-carrier 5.0 slated for June 18
New image discovered of HTC One Remix (HTC One Mini 2) for Verizon
Verizon getting Samsung Galaxy S 5 in Electric Blue
Prepaid no contract Verizon Moto G available from Amazon for only $70
Verizon updating HTC One (M7) to Sense 6
Samsung Galaxy S 5 in Electric Blue for Verizon leaks
Chrome
Google bans external Chrome extension installations for Windows browser
Chromecast
Chromecast coming to Japan beginning tomorrow
Gaming
Samsung is collaborating with Oculus for VR headset
Get a peek at possible Android for automobiles interface
Google reportedly acquiring Dropcam, pushing further into the home
Google reveals new self-driving car sans car parts
Sergey Brin discusses changes to patent system to end patent trolling
Google’s Video Quality Report monitors ISP quality and suggests solutions
Google clarifies UFOs were not seen in Kentucky, merely a Project Loon balloon
Google releases Stars Chrome extension and web interface
Google reveals new page to handle data suppression requests in EU
Home Automation
Google reportedly acquiring Dropcam, pushing further into the home
Tony Fadell discusses plans for home infiltration with Nest
Phones – Acer
Acer rumored to be releasing 5-inch device on AT&T
Phones – Asus
Asus prepping two new ZenFone models for release
AT&T finally pencils in a release date for the ASUS PadFone X
Phones – HTC
More HTC One (M8) variants revealed
HTC One (M8) Prime development halted indefinitely
New image discovered of HTC One Remix (HTC One Mini 2) for Verizon
HTC One (E8) is official: a plastic One (M8) with slight changes
HTC to offer Amber Gold HTC One (M8) for $99 on-contract for one day
HTC One (M7) on Sprint now getting Sense 6 update
Verizon updating HTC One (M7) to Sense 6
Phones – Huawei
Benchmarks for the Huawei Mulan confirm 8-core Kirin CPU and 4.9 inch screen
Phones – Lenovo
Lenovo’s upcoming flagship leaks, big things to come?
Phones – LG
LG officially unveils the Smart and Simple G3
Hands on with the LG G3
Hands on with Quick Circle on the LG G3
LG G3 carrier information for the United States
See LG’s “Simple is The New Smart” ad for the G3
LG G3 wallpapers now available, download them here
Taking a look at the new LG G3′s infrared auto focus
Breaking your LG G3 won’t be the end of the world — repair is surprisingly simple
Leaked images show LG G3 and HTC One M8 being compared
Pricing for the LG G3 revealed in the UK
LG G Flex 2 and Vu 4 to be released in H2 2014
Phones – Motorola
Possible unannounced Motorola flagship with 5-inch+ display spotted in the wild
Here’s a better look at Motorola’s next flagship
Sprint website confirms 64GB Moto X
Walnut backing for Moto X replaced by Rosewood on Moto Maker
Prepaid no contract Verizon Moto G available from Amazon for only $70
Phones – Nexus
Firefox OS nightly now compatible with Nexus 5
Phones – Oppo
Oppo officially announces N1 Mini
Phones – Samsung
AT&T officially announces the Samsung Galaxy S 5 Active
Samsung SM-T2558 passes through FCC
Leaked image of 7-inch Samsung Galaxy Mega device spotted
This could be the Galaxy S 5 Mini (SM-G800F)
Samsung testing Android 4.4.3 while working on rolling out Android 4.4.2 to some devices
Upcoming low-end Samsung phone spotted, featuring Android 4.4.2
Samsung Galaxy S 5 in gold press render for AT&T, Sprint leaks
Verizon getting Samsung Galaxy S 5 in Electric Blue
Samsung Galaxy S 5 in Electric Blue for Verizon leaks
Samsung rolling out KitKat update to international Galaxy S4 Active
Sprint starts rolling out Android 4.4 for Samsung Galaxy Note II
Phones – Sony
Sony launches wireless charging plate and cover case for Xperia Z2
Security
Lookout ups the ante on smartphone theft
Smartwatches
Samsung, Sony still trail Pebble in the ‘smart wearable bands’ category
Google shows off Android Wear notifications
HTC ‘One Wear’ to possibly be round and come in different materials
New hands on video with the LG G Watch released
LG’s G Watch could feature cellular connectivity
Microsoft readying cross-platform capable smartwatch
Samsung reportedly working on hand-controlled smartwatch
Samsung Galaxy Gear finally gets updated to Tizen
Samsung files for “Galaxy Wear” trademark, could this be its upcoming Android Wear smartwatch?
Tablets
Acer unveils Iconia Tab 8, features full-HD, Android KitKat 4.4
Asus releases teaser video for “The Next Incredible Thing”
AT&T finally pencils in a release date for the ASUS PadFone X
Another Flounder spotting hints at 64-bit Nexus 8 tablet
Toshiba announces low-powered, low-priced Excite Go 7-inch tablet
Benchmark results for Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S 8.4 appear online
Samsung Galaxy Tab S demonstration images surface, fingerprint sensor included
Samsung Galaxy Tab S 10.5 press render leaks
Original Galaxy Note 10.1 seeing KitKat update in Germany
Updates
Samsung testing Android 4.4.3 while working on rolling out Android 4.4.2 to some devices
Verizon updating HTC One (M7) to Sense 6
HTC One (M7) on Sprint now getting Sense 6 update
Samsung rolling out KitKat update to international Galaxy S4 Active
Sprint starts rolling out Android 4.4 for Samsung Galaxy Note II
Original Galaxy Note 10.1 seeing KitKat update in Germany
Samsung Galaxy Gear finally gets updated to Tizen
Wearables
Liquid Leap fitness device from Acer closer to hitting market
Samsung announces new hardware platform to help you get healthy
Miscellaneous
Spotify notifies everyone that one user’s account was breached
Amazon preparing to release music streaming service for Prime customers
Motorola factory in Texas to close by the end of this year
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