Dan Thorp-Lancaster
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Microsoft Launcher 5.7 rolls out with new Cortana conversation experience
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published

Microsoft Launcher beta gets support for Intune managed devices
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published

Samsung DeX app coming to PC and Mac alongside Galaxy Note 10
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published

Oculus Connect 6 registrations now open ahead of September 25 kickoff
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published

Google Camera update brings interface tweaks, dedicated slow motion video mode
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
A new update is rolling out to the Google Camera app for Nexus smartphones, bringing along a few notable interface tweaks and more.

Oppo's Project Spectrum brings a near-stock Android experience to the Find 7 and 7a
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Smartphone manufacturer Oppo has released a "near-stock" Android ROM based on Android 5.1.1, dubbed Project Spectrum, for its Find 7 smartphones.

Project Fi app's new widget will let you track your data usage at a glance
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
The latest update to the Project Fi app will make it easier to check your data usage at a glance thanks to a new home screen widget.

Sony's monster Xperia XA Ultra now up for pre-order at Unlocked Mobiles
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Sony's monster Xperia XA Ultra is now up for pre-order at Unlocked Mobiles in the UK for £298.

Twitter for Android gets easier to navigate with new design and swipe gestures
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
A new update is rolling out to the official Twitter app, bringing a new look and feel with swipe navigation, a new menu and more.

Verizon HTC One M8 now receiving Marshmallow update
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
The HTC One M8 on Verizon is now receiving an update to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, bringing new features like Doze Mode, granular app permissions and more.

Opera Mini's new video download feature aims to help you save even more data
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Opera Mini has launched a new video download feature, allowing you to easily snag your favorite videos from social media and more for offline viewing later.

Google Docs now lets you quickly jump between headings
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Google Docs users now have an easier way to jump around their documents thanks to a new document outline view on the web and mobile.

Samsung Galaxy Note 6 may be due for a mid-August release in the U.S.
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 6 may be headed for a mid-August release in the U.S., according to leaker Evan Blass.

Shazam snags visual recognition for QR codes and images
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Shazam has announced a new update currently rolling out to its mobile app that adds visual recognition for QR codes and specific images.

Vertu's refreshed Signature Touch brings high-end specs with a luxury price tag
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Luxury phone maker Vertu has taken the wraps off of the latest version of its Signature Touch smartphone, bringing high-end specs to the pricey beast.

Google Now gets integration with 40 third-party apps
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated

Moto Body gets continuous heart rate tracking on Moto 360 (2015), 360 Sport
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
A new update is rolling out to both the Moto 360 (2015) and the Moto 360 Sport, bringing improved heart rate tracking in Moto Body, security updates and more.

ASUS offers bootloader unlock utility for the ZenFone 2
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
ASUS is now offering a bootloader unlock utility for the ZenFone 2, making it much easier for the tinkerers out there to install custom ROMs on their smartphone.

Motorola brings its stock email app to Google Play with tweaks and improvements
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Motorola has added another of its stock apps to Google Play, this time bringing the Moto Email app to the app marketplace.

Google Photos' latest feature will take you on a walk down memory lane
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Google Photos is getting a new feature that will take you on a walk down memory lane. Specifically, the opt-in feature will let you relive photos you took on a given date in years past.

Chase Mobile app now lets you log in with your fingerprint
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
The Chase Mobile app for Android now supports fingerprint login, allowing users to check their accounts with just a tap.

Slack brings replies to your wrist with Android Wear support
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster last updated
Work chat app Slack has added support for Android Wear in its latest update, bringing chat replies right to your wrist.
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