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Robert Nazarian
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We are only a little over a week away from Google I/O, and the rumors are flying. Google might just unveil an answer to Apple’s Healthkit, but expect a heavy dose of Android Wear. Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Tab S. A very nice display, but did Samsung release too many tablets this year? Amazon will finally announce a smartphone this week. Will it make an impact? Can T-Mobile continue to shake things up with Un-carrier 5.0? It’s time to get caught up and get ready for what is sure to be another exciting week in the world of Android.
Guides
Best Android Weather Apps and Widgets [June 2014]
How to change or clear default app settings in Android
Reviews
Huawei Ascend Mate2 4G review: Extra large and light on the wallet
Accessories
Logitech announces Type-S keyboard accessory for recently unveiled Galaxy Tab S
Check out the all new Galaxy Tab S series accessories
Apps – New
WakeUp allows you to turn your screen on without the power button
‘Orange Is The New… App?’ Netflix’s hit show makes its way to the Play Store
Google releases Google I/O 2014 app
Microsoft releases Outlook Web App for Android devices
Apps = Updates
HTC updates HTC Gallery app to enhance UFocus blur function, other tweaks
Amazon releases Audible integration to Kindle app
1Password app gets major update
Feedly and Evernote get taken down by hackers demanding ransom
SwiftKey adds a bunch of new stuff with latest update and is now Free for all
Pushbullet and EvolveSMS team up to bring PC SMS connectivity to Android devices
Facebook app now lets you untag yourself from photos, perform more functions while offline
Google adds ‘inferred events’ to Google Now to further integrate Gmail and Calendar
Facebook Messenger app adds video sending
Peek update brings post-wake activation among other changes
YouTube app now includes 480p and 1080p streaming quality options
Twitter may be changing appearance of linked tweets
Cameras
Lytro to release Android powered camera
Carriers
Google Glass coming to AT&T stores
AT&T will offer 4G LTE version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S
Boost Mobile adds the waterproof Kyocera Hydro Icon to its lineup
Sprint pushing software update to HTC One (M8), improves network connectivity
Sprint could disappear after merging with T-Mobile, pay $2 billion if deal falls through
T-Mobile moves Uncarrier 5.0 event to new location
T-Mobile’s Un-carrier 5.0 strategy to entail simplified, tax-included pricing
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 LTE rumored to be coming to T-Mobile
Samsung Galaxy Avant with LTE coming to T-Mobile
T-Mobile to add Alcatel OneTouch Fierce 2 and Alcatel OneTouch Evolve 2 to portfolio
Verizon to get LG G3 in mid-July
Android 4.4 KitKat finally arrives on the Galaxy Note II for Verizon
Verizon customers may be getting new tablet option with LG G Pad 7.0
Chrome
Project Athena clues in Chromium point to touch interface for Chrome OS
Chromebooks
Got a Chromebook? Got pics? Good news. Auto-sync to Google+ is now live
Chromecast
[Deal] Chromecast in Canada gets you $20 CAD Google Play credit until June 30
Gaming
Sega’s ‘Sonic Jump Fever’ set for summer launch on Android
Angry Birds Epic now available in the Play Store, Rovio’s first RPG
New Game: ‘Band Stars’ hits Play Store, challenge friends to create chart-topping hits
EU “right to be forgotten” results may be flagged on Google search page
Google acquires Skybox Imaging for $500 million to improve Google Maps, expand Project Loon
Google releases Google I/O 2014 app
Google releases Hangouts plug-in for Microsoft Outlook users
For non-stop World Cup coverage, Google’s got your back
Google to implement Quantum Paper, a new way to have uniform design across all platforms
Did Google subtly tease Android 5.0?
Google interested in buying stake Virgin Galactic
Google adds ‘inferred events’ to Google Now to further integrate Gmail and Calendar
Google to jump in fitness data pool
Google Play Fitness to be backed by Play Services, organizes fitness data in one place
Google Glass
Google Glass coming to AT&T stores
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema continues the “War on Glass,” understandably bans Glass before previews
Glass firmware updated bringing Glass photos straight to your phone
Google may launch Glass internationally at I/O this year
Google releases ‘Through Glass’ video in celebration of Father’s Day
Hardware
Samsung, LG reportedly working on Quantum Dot displays
Qualcomm announces new chip that will help in-home 4G LTE coverage
Home Automation
Honeywell Lyric, a smart thermostat, coming in August for $279
Phones – Alcatel
T-Mobile to add Alcatel OneTouch Fierce 2 and Alcatel OneTouch Evolve 2 to portfolio
Phones – Archos
ARCHOS announces the 50c Oxygen and 50b Oxygen smartphones
Phones – HTC
HTC One (M9) Prime to launch prior to One (M9) next year
Sprint pushing software update to HTC One (M8), improves network connectivity
Phones – Huawei
Huawei to unveil Honor 6 at June 24 press event
Huawei Ascend Mate2 4G now available to purchase in the U.S.
Ph0nes – Kyocera
Boost Mobile adds the waterproof Kyocera Hydro Icon to its lineup
Phones – Lenovo
Lenovo K920 shown off at electronics show in China
Phones – LG
LG releases new videos showcasing features of the LG G3
Verizon to get LG G3 in mid-July
LG may launch a G3 with Snapdragon 805 CPU next month
‘Prime’ phones could be in LG’s future
Phones – OnePlus
OnePlus One delayed again due to CyanogenMod issues
OnePlus One shipments resume after software issues are solved
Phones – Oppo
Oppo confirms specs and pricing for the N1 Mini and R3
Phones – Samsung
Galaxy F makes multiple appearances over the weekend
Galaxy F gets a picture of it sitting next to the Galaxy S 5, specs get leaked
Samsung Galaxy F in Perfect Golden color leaks
Details regarding the Samsung Galaxy Note 4, SM-G906 surface
Galaxy Note 4 with curved glass and Gear Glass on tap for IFA 2014
Galaxy Note 4 to have iPhone-like fingerprint scanner
Samsung reveals LTE-enabled Galaxy Core Lite
Samsung Galaxy Avant with LTE coming to T-Mobile
Samsung to update Galaxy S 5 to Android 4.4.3 this month, Galaxy S 4 next month
Android 4.4 KitKat finally arrives on the Galaxy Note II for Verizon
ROMs
M7 builds of CyanogenMod now available
Smartwatches
LG G Watch to be introduced, given away at Google I/O this month
Alleged LG G Watch specifications and photos leak
LG G Watch to hit the UK in early July
LG G Watch with built-in SIM card slot possibly being released only in Korea
Microsoft’s Surface Smartwatch gets a test drive, shows several hardware sensors and multiple OS support
Online retailer reveals Moto 360 pricing
Pebble Steel will come to Best Buy on June 15th for $229
Pebble, Samsung smartwatches dominate the United States with more than 90% revenue since October
Samsung smartwatch passes through FCC, could run Android Wear
Smart Glasses
Galaxy Note 4 with curved glass and Gear Glass on tap for IFA 2014
Tablets
New LG G Pad tablets headed to European retailers, specs finally confirmed
Verizon customers may be getting new tablet option with LG G Pad 7.0
Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 LTE rumored to be coming to T-Mobile
Samsung could offer a foldable tablet next year
Samsung Galaxy Tab S official, boasts 8.4 and 10.5-inch Super AMOLED displays
Hands on with the Samsung Galaxy Tab S
Samsung bundling Galaxy Gifts with new Galaxy Tab S
Galaxy Tab S tablets now available for pre-order
‘First Look’ video of Galaxy Tab S released by Samsung
AT&T will offer 4G LTE version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S
Check out the all new Galaxy Tab S series accessories
Updates
Android 4.4 KitKat finally arrives on the Galaxy Note II for Verizon
Sprint pushing software update to HTC One (M8), improves network connectivity
Samsung to update Galaxy S 5 to Android 4.4.3 this month, Galaxy S 4 next month
Wearables
Galaxy Note 4 with curved glass and Gear Glass on tap for IFA 2014
Miscellaneous
LG releases various SDKs ahead of June 24 Developer Event
ZTE eyes high-end market for future growth
Amazon announces Prime Music
Starbucks will begin rolling out wireless charging mats in stores across the US
Could Microsoft’s Cortana find a way on to your Android device?
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