MakeUseOf - Android Marshmallow

Probox 2 AVA Android TV Box Review: HDMI Recording Makes This a Winner

James Bruce — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 16:30:31 GMT

The Probox2 devices are solid Android TV boxes that we've reviewed favorably before, so when we heard a new model had a been released that isn't just an incremental upgrade, we jumped at the chance to check it out.

UHANS U300 Review

James Bruce — Tue, 28 Feb 2017 17:30:40 GMT

Leather and metal is a design trend we obviously don't see enough of in modern technology, and UHANS is here to remedy that. Their U300 model has a huge battery, but is otherwise unremarkable in specs. However, it breaks free from conventional design choices to make something... different. We applaud them for being unique in a marketplace of literally hundreds of identically specced and priced Android handsets. Available for $180 at AliExpress, read on to find out what we thought of the device.

Google Assistant Is Coming to More Smartphones

Dave Parrack — Mon, 27 Feb 2017 21:30:33 GMT

Google is beginning to roll Google Assistant out to more smartphones. Unfortunately, the majority of Android handsets are not included in this initial rollout. However, seeing as Google Assistant was previously only available on the Google Pixel, this is still a vast improvement.

How to Install Android on Your PC With Remix OS 3.0

Kannon Yamada — Thu, 08 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Jide Technology Corporation just dropped a massive third update of Remix Operating System (OS). Remix OS 3.0 gives users the ability to install Android on almost any hardware. Like Linux, Remix runs great on slow or older hardware. If you've got moldering junk rotting away, now is the perfect time to put it to use.

Android Nougat Navbar & More: Try These RRO Layers Themes

Christian Cawley — Tue, 19 Jul 2016 18:00:00 GMT

The preview of Android 7.0 Nougat, expected for release in Fall 2016, features a new navigation bar that fills in the triangle, circle, and square, while also adding Google colors around the circle.

LG G5 Review and Giveaway

Skye Hudson — Thu, 14 Jul 2016 16:30:46 GMT

It's rare to see a flagship smartphone that actually innovates at this point. They're all starting to blend together as similarly-sized unibody metal slabs with nearly identical features.

6 Best Android 6.0 Marshmallow Custom ROMs

Christian Cawley — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 18:00:00 GMT

Android 6.0 Marshmallow has been available since October 2015, and at the time of writing is the latest full version of Google's mobile operating system (Nougat is currently in preview). But you might not have it on your phone or tablet.

10 Lesser-Known Galaxy S7 Features You Need To Know About

Skye Hudson — Mon, 11 Apr 2016 22:00:00 GMT

Samsung is known for overstuffing their devices with endless features, making the experience feel crowded and overwhelming. With their newest smartphones, the S7 and S7 Edge (our review), they've done a good job of hiding some of the more complex features, so if you want a simple experience you can have it.

This Is the Best Marshmallow ROM for the OnePlus One

Skye Hudson — Mon, 04 Apr 2016 19:00:00 GMT

One of the best things about having an Android device is being able to tweak it exactly to your liking -- but sometimes, the stock software that comes on your device just doesn't quite cut it.

Galaxy S7 Edge Review and Giveaway

Skye Hudson — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 16:30:37 GMT

Samsung's back at it again with a couple of new smartphones: the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge. Today we'll be taking a look at the S7 Edge as the sequel to the S6 Edge that we reviewed last year.

How to Add Custom "Quick Setting" Toggles in Android 6.0

Ben Stegner — Thu, 10 Dec 2015 14:30:56 GMT

Android offers lots of tweaks you can make to your phone without rooting. In Android 6.0, you can add new tiles to your Quick Settings menu in just a few steps.

Get Amazing Battery Life on Android 6.0 with a Root Tweak

Ben Stegner — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 13:30:59 GMT

Android Marshmallow brings plenty of new features, but one of its best is found under the hood. Doze is a new feature that's designed to save you battery life: if your device is stationary, unplugged, and has its screen off, the phone goes into a "deep sleep" and won't do as much work in the background.

You Can Now Pay to Watch YouTube, The Dangers of Tesla Autopilot... [Tech News Digest]

Dave Parrack — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 15:30:57 GMT

YouTube Red adds subscription fees, testing Tesla Autopilot, Android stops draining your battery, polling your friends on Twitter, Mythbusters stops busting myths, and Back to the Future in 90 seconds.

Android 6.0 Marshmallow: What It Is and When You'll Get It

Dan Price — Wed, 14 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Android Marshmallow is here. After months of speculation and rumor, Google has finally started rolling out the latest update to its mobile operating system.

Get Android 6.0 Marshmallow Features Without Updating

Mihir Patkar — Mon, 12 Oct 2015 21:30:00 GMT

Google has now launched the latest version of Android, 6.0 Marshmallow, for its Nexus phones. But Android updates don't roll out to all phones at the same time, especially the non-Nexus ones, and they often take a long time. But you get can some of the Marshmallowy goodness right now -- regardless of what phone you have!

How to Install Android on Your Netbook or Laptop

Justin Pot — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 00:00:41 GMT

Updated on November 15th, 2016 by Riley J. Dennis.