“Check for updates” button now works on the Pixel 2 with the latest Google Play...

 
 
 
"Check for updates" button now works on the Pixel 2 with the latest Google Play...

 
xda-developers
Feb 8, 2018 1:30 AM • by Adam Conway
"Check for updates" button now works on the Pixel 2 with the latest Google Play Services

When a new phone update is available, many of us scramble to receive it as fast as possible. This can involve convoluted methods like trying to use a VPN to spoof the location of your device, or even flashing the latest factory images manually which can end up wiping your device if you forget to properly modify the batch script. Either way, Google knows that a user wanting to upgrade ahead of the scheduled roll-out will find a way regardless, so they've been working on making it easier. On the Google Pixel 2, so long as your Google Play Services is updated to the latest version, you can simply navigate to the system settings and tap the "Check for update" button to receive the update.

This was technically added to Android awhile back, but for one reason or another, it just didn't work. Thankfully it seems that Google has finally got around to fixing the issue in the latest version of the Google Play Services beta: 12.2.09. You can download it on APKMirror, or opt into the Google Play Services beta here and wait for the Google Play Store to update your device's Play Services. It is unknown what devices this method currently works on though, but it is at least confirmed to work on the Google Pixel 2.

Be warned that updates to carrier models can be delayed, and no amount of button tapping will help you there. Still, this is a welcome change among Android enthusiasts, especially since each monthly security patch seems to bring critical fixes for some new disclosed vulnerability, or new features are added such as the Pixel Visual Core being activated for Instagram, Snapchat, and Whatsapp.


Source: /r/GooglePixel




Android Advices
Jan 10, 2018 10:12 AM • by Jennifer
CENTRiC L3 Smartphone with 5″ HD Display & 3050mAh Battery Launched in India

In the last couple of months, we have seen very few smartphones launches in the Sub Rs. 10,000 price range. Now, a new smartphone from CENTRiC Mobiles called CENTRiC L3 is launched in India. The latest CENTRiC L3 is priced at Rs. 6,749 and offers great value for money specifications. At this price, the device comes with a polycarbonate shell and we can't complain much about that. The CENTRiC L3 will be available in Quartz Grey and Raisin Black color options.

On the front is a 5-inch IPS Oncell display with HD (1280 x 720 pixels) resolution. There is also a 2.5D curved glass laid on the top. It also includes a 64-bit MediaTek MT6737 quad-core processor clocked at 1.3GHz and it comes coupled with Mali T720MP GPU. There is 2GB of RAM and 16GB of onboard storage. The CENTRiC L3 includes a dedicated MicroSD card slot for expanding the storage upto 256GB. It runs on Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box.

The device also supports dual SIM dual standby and offers VoLTE and ViLTE connectivity. In terms of optics, there is a 13MP shooter on the rear with LED flash and a 5MP shooter on the front for selfies. Both the cameras can record videos only upto 720p resolution. It is backed by a 3050mAh non-removable battery that is rated to give up to 23 hours of talk time and lasts up to 80 hours in standby mode. Beneath the display is the front-facing fingerprint sensor.

The CENTRiC L3 also includes 3-axis accelerometer, proximity, and light sensors. It measures 141 x 70.5 x 8.6 mm and weighs 143 grams. Connectivity options include 4G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, FM Radio, GPS, USB OTG, 3.5mm audio jack, and a MicroUSB 2.0 port. Instead of the capacitive navigation buttons, the smartphone comes with on-screen buttons. Compared to other smartphones in this price range, the CENTRiC L3 offers a bigger battery and better cameras. Let us know your opinion about this new CENTRiC smartphone by leaving a comment down below.




 
 

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