Episode 259 – Hi, Jere’s Daughter’s Best Friend

By | July 20, 2015
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Hi Cristina’s Dad….

Show Notes

  • Android News
    • Android M Dialer will have built-in visual voicemail support for some carriers.
    • Google intros Nearby APIs to allow developers to build in real time sharing options via a smart device’s Bluetooth or WiFi connection. Also supports Bluetooth LE beacons.
    • More on beacons.
    • A Commodore Android phone?
    • Google Photos keeps uploading photos regardless of whether app is installed. Must disable in Google settings.
  • App News
    • VLC Beta 1.5 gets fewer permissions and more features.
    • Dropbox allows for commenting on shared files. (Play Link)
    • Plex for Android gets an overhaul.
    • Google Clock updated, bug fixes and more colors.
    • Wifimapper helps you find free hotspots. (Play Link)
    • Ingress gets Android Wear support
  • In Other News
    • Google’s self-driving car involved in collision resulting in injuries for the first time.
    • Apple and Samsung looking to help deprecate the SIM card.
    • Twitter to rethink third-party developer strategy.

 

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