Android Authority this week – October 18, 2015

Android fans, this week we learned more details about the upcoming Nexus 6P and 5X; the BlackBerry Priv starred in several hands-on ahead of its official unveiling; OnePlus X specs and images leaked out; details surfaced about the HTC One A9 and Motorola’s Droid Maxx 2; and OEMs revealed more about their Marshmallow plans.

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Hungry for Marshmallow? We’ve put together a Marshmallow updates roundup, a one stop shop for all information regarding Android 6 releases, OEM update plans, and custom ROMs based on Marshmallow. We will be updating it frequently, so you know where to come to keep up with the Marshmallow rollout.

The camera will always be a key aspect of the smartphone experience. We all agree on that, but when it comes to which phone has the best camera, the Android community is divided. We’re trying to bring a little objectivity into the mix with our blind camera shootout between the Xperia Z5, LG G4, Galaxy Note 5, and iPhone 6S. Vote here and come back for the results tomorrow.

Last week, it was a Nexus 5X. This week, we’re giving away a Nexus 6P. Get your sweepstakes ticket here and good luck!

The stuff you shouldn’t miss

• Comparison: Which smartphone offers the best LTE connectivity? Nirave has some answers
• Review: Does the second-gen Moto 360 keep the magic alive? Find out from our review
• Camera shootout: Xperia Z5, LG G4, Note 5 or iPhone 6S – which one has the best camera?
• Comparison: Moto X Style (Pure) or the iPhone 6S? We bring you the lowdown
• Open thread: What kind of phone buyer are you?

Top news of the week

Behold, the Priv

• BlackBerry Priv shows up in detailed hands-on: here’s what we didn’t know
• Pre-registration goes live for the BlackBerry Priv
• Here’s another BlackBerry Priv hands-on, full hardware specs too

OnePlus: X and more

• (Update: new images!) New OnePlus X / Mini rumors hint at SideTouch screen tech, dual front-facing speakers and more
• OnePlus to start building phones in India, open sale tomorrow
• OnePlus teases “beauty in the making”
• OnePlus is asking you to donate your Galaxy S6 or Note 5 for a OnePlus 2
• OnePlus 2 reservation list to close as invites ramp up

HTC One A9: more leaks

• HTC teases “the next evolution of the One” ahead of its NYC event
• HTC One A9 shows up at Orange France ahead of launch

Nexus countdown

• Nexus 6P, Nexus 5X launched in India; here’s the details
• Nexus 6P and 5X will require a new SIM card to use with Project Fi
• Nexus 6P reportedly delayed in Canada until November 2
• Google confirms Nexus 5X and 6P ‘double-twist’ camera gesture canned

Marshmallow updates

• Custom Marshmallow ROMs in development for Nexus 7 (2012) and Galaxy Nexus
• LG to begin rolling out Android 6.0 Marshmallow next week, LG G4 first in line
• Huawei Android 6.0 Marshmallow plans revealed: Mate S, Mate 7, P8, and more
• Some Sony devices will skip Android 5.1.1 and upgrade directly to Marshmallow

Droid Maxx 2

• Motorola Droid Turbo 2 and Maxx 2 features and promotions confirmed in leak
• Motorola Droid Turbo 2 renders appear on case manufacturer’s site

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