YouTube Go surpasses 10M downloads

YouTube Go surpasses 10M downloads

Back at the end of November YouTube moved its Go platform from Beta to Public. Although being available only in India and Indonesia right now, the app on Google Play already surpassed 10 million downloads and is heading to the next landmark of 50 million. YouTube Go is a lightweight platform for developing regions where the mobile connection is more shabby than usual. It shows videos in 144p, 360p, and 480p resolutions and allow clips to be downloaded for watching later when offline. Videos can also be shared via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Direct. Although being available in a couple of countries, YouTube Go can also be sideloaded. The download for later feature can also be unlocked with YouTube RED subscription.

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Oreo for Axon 7 coming, ZTE confirms

Oreo for Axon 7 coming, ZTE confirms

The might no longer be in production, but that isn't stopping the company from preparing Oreo update for the device. Yes, ZTE has confirmed that the update is just around the corner. Here's what the company said on their official EU forums: :We are announcing now that we are already developing Android 8 for the Axon 7. The announcement further said they still need some time to complete the implementation. An exact roll out time frame, however, wasn't shared. |

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Google Pixel 2 headphone adapter not working for some users

Google Pixel 2 headphone adapter not working for some users

A new problem related to Google's smartphones has come to light. Over at the company's official Pixel forum, several users have been reporting issues with the included USB-C to 3.5mm headphone adapter for quite some time now. Specifically, users say the adapter doesn't work as the sound comes from the phone's speakers instead of headphones. Troubleshooting steps like rebooting the phone or operating it in the safe mode worked for a few users, but as you'd agree, those are not convenient solutions. Some of those who contacted Google support were offered replacements. Officially, the Mountain View, California-based company hasn't said anything on the matter yet. |

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Fix for Samsung Gear S3 battery drain issue begins rolling out

Fix for Samsung Gear S3 battery drain issue begins rolling out

Samsung has started pushing out a new update to its smartwatch. Weighing in at around 21MB, it's a small update, and currently, only units in Canada are getting it. Change-log reveals the update improves battery usage time. To quickly refresh, post the Tizen 3.0 update which last month Gear S3 users about poor battery life. So it's good to see Samsung rolling out a fix within a few weeks. No information on when other markets will get this update.

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Deal: Buy Razer Phone and get Bluetooth speaker for free

Deal: Buy Razer Phone and get Bluetooth speaker for free

If you are a Razer fan in the US and have plans to purchase the , here's a deal for you: the company is offering a free Bluetooth speaker with each purchase of the $700 handset. Specifically, the speaker on offer is the Razer Leviathan Mini, which usually costs $180, but is currently going for $100. To avail the offer, you need to use the PHLVLUP promo code during checkout. It's a limited time deal (ending December 19), so those interested may have to act fast. For more info, head to the link below.

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