Here are the videos you don’t want to miss this week – December 5, 2015
Sometimes the most controversial smartphones require a second opinion to get the whole story across, and that’s definitely a theme we saw this week. Josh and Lanh both recently posted their full reviews of the BlackBerry Priv and Nexus 5X, and now the two have published their additional thoughts on these two controversial devices.
This week we also managed to bring you our full reviews of the Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro and Marshall London, and we got a chance to unbox a new budget-friendly Chinese smartphone, the Vivo X6. We’ve also rounded up some of the best Android phones you can buy right now, as well as a big list of apps and games that just recently made their way to the Google Play Store.
Our video team has been very hard at work this week. So without any further ado, here are all the Android-related videos you don’t want to miss.
Taking another look
Nexus 5X – second opinion
Google’s latest budget-friendly Nexus device has a great camera, a familiar build quality and a low price point, but is there anything else you should know before purchasing one for yourself? Lanh has already posted his full review of the Nexus 5X, but Josh has some more to say. Don’t miss Josh’s second opinion on the new Nexus 5X.
BlackBerry Priv – second opinion
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The BlackBerry Priv is an impressive Android device. It has a beautiful curved display, a slide-out keyboard that’s incredibly reminiscent of past BlackBerry phones, and even a great software experience. Josh posted his full review a few days ago, and now it’s Lanh’s turn to share his thoughts. Be sure to check out Lanh’s second opinion of the BlackBerry Priv.
Reviews
Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro review
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With a built-in kickstand and projector, impressive display and solid battery life, the Lenovo Yoga Tab 3 Pro has really impressed us so far. But is it worth the hefty price tag? Check out Bailey’s full review to learn more.
Marshall London review
The Marshall London is a smartphone built by audiophiles for audiophiles. But what else does it bring to the table? Find out in Josh’s full review.
The best of the best
Best Android phones (December 2015)
With so many different Android handsets on the market, we know it can be pretty difficult to find the one that’s right for you. Allow us to help! Take a look at our roundup of the best Android smartphones you can buy as of December 2015.
10 best new Android apps and games from November 2015
There have been some killer apps and games released to the Google Play Store over the past month or so, and Joe is here to let you know which ones are worth a download.
See also: 70 best Android games
First look
Vivo X6 first look
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The Vivo X6 is the latest smartphone to come from the Chinese smartphone manufacturer, and we just recently got the chance to take a look. Be sure to check out Ash’s thoughts on the brand new Vivo X6.
Android Apps Weekly
Play Store sales, Futurama, and much more – you don’t want to miss Joe’s latest episode of Android Apps Weekly!
New Galaxy rumors
The Samsung Galaxy S6 certainly brought a lot to the table over its predecessor, so it’s not a huge surprise to hear that the S7 might not be a huge improvement. Be sure to check out Jayce’s video coverage and Matthew’s full report on the latest scandalous Galaxy S7 rumor.
‘Final Fantasy VII’ is out today on PlayStation 4
The original Final Fantasy VII is available today on PlayStation 4, Sony announced during its PlayStation Experience keynote. This isn’t the remake that Sony teased at E3 earlier this year, but it should tide fans over until that massive project launches.
Radioactive shooter ‘Nuclear Throne’ hits PS4, Vita today
Vlambeer co-founder Rami Ismail dropped a huge surprise during the PlayStation Experience keynote in San Fransisco on Saturday: Nuclear Throne is available now on PlayStation 4 and Vita, while the Steam version officially hits version 1.0. Nuclear Throne is an addictive, pixelated action game that’s amassed a cult following of more than 100,000 players since its launch on Steam Early Access in 2013 — and this community is about to grow (or mutate).
Draft climate change deal lowers greenhouse gases by 2050
Earth just took a tentative step toward a new, comprehensive plan for improving the environment. Representatives from 195 countries have approved a draft UN climate change agreement that will ask all participants to lower their carbon dioxide emissions. There are still many, many details left to resolve ahead of a final deal (ideally signed next week), but the ultimate goal is to have countries reduce their greenhouse gas levels by 2050, and to eliminate emissions completely between 2060 and 2080.
Via: BBC
Source: United Nations
Ben Heck’s hour of code in 50 minutes
Ben shows us how easy it is to use a CodeBug to participate in the global movement Hour of Code this week. Now join Ben in exploring coding concepts using a drag and drop development environment with this kid-friendly project! Visit The Ben Heck Show community on element14 for links to the build files, suggest projects and sync up with The Ben Heck Show team and the element14 CodeBug community to join others working with the fun wearable hardware.
Here’s where to watch Sony’s PlayStation Experience keynote
Sony’s big PlayStation Experience event kicks off in San Francisco in less than an hour — but if you’re not in attendance, it’ll still be easy to follow along. The whole event will be streamed on the PlayStation website or over on the PlayStation Twitch channel (you can find the video stream below!). We’re not sure what exactly Sony will be announcing just yet, but we’re expecting to hear a lot about PlayStation VR and hopefully some new games — it’s a two-hour keynote, so it seems safe to say Sony has a few big announcements up its sleeve. We’ll also be reporting straight from the keynote and the show floor all day long, so stay tuned for all the news from PlayStation Experience today.
Source: PlayStation Blog
TAG Heuer smartwatch production to be increased due to high demand
Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer announced that it will be increasing the production of its TAG Heuer Connected smartwatch, in order to meet the anticipated (heavy) demand. Despite carrying a luxurious $1,500 price tag, making it the most expensive Android Wear based smartwatch, retailers and subsidiaries have collectively received requests for over 100,000 watches.
The Swiss company’s first smartwatch is modelled after the classic Carrera model, and was initially being referred to as the Carrera Wearable 01. The device is powered by an Intel processor, which for the first time, is seen powering a device from Google’s Android Wear platform.
Bloomberg reports that TAG Heuer has upped the production of the Connected watch from 1,200 to 2,000 units a week. Furthermore, the report says that online sale of the smartwatch might be suspended until May or June since the company prioritises retail stores above e-commerce portals. This will also ensure that physical stores have enough stock of the Tag Heuer Connected so as to be able to meet the anticipated demand.
CEO Jean-Claude Biver, other than confirming the increase in production due to anticipated demand, also confirmed that the TAG Heuer Connected collection will expand to offer different watches in a variety of styles and made using various materials. However, Biver did add that new members in the collection are scheduled to arrive only by late 2016, at best, or early 2017.
TAG Heuer launched the $1,500 Connected watch in early November. For more details, check out our previous coverage here.
ICYMI: Reading a fly’s mind, real Minecraft phone and more
Today on In Case You Missed It: Neuroscientists figured out what fruit flies are thinking with fluorescent molecules. Minecraft now has an internal smartphone that can be used to text and call people within the game. And this new smart flossing product that gives a strip of floss once the button is pushed also serves to shame your partner for not flossing with lights that come on if a daily cleaning is missed.
Recommended Reading: Don’t try to shop on Facebook or Twitter
Recommended Reading highlights the best long-form writing on technology and more in print and on the web. Some weeks, you’ll also find short reviews of books that we think are worth your time. We hope you enjoy the read.
I Tried Holiday Shopping on Facebook and Twitter and Got Nowhere
Kurt Wagner, Recode
Facebook and Twitter may be testing options for buying products from ads and sponsored posts, but don’t try to take care of your holiday list that way. As Recode’s Kurt Wagner discovered, those buy buttons are pretty much non-existent unless you’re in the test group. In fact, he didn’t even stumble across a misplaced option to purchase in the News Feed.
Verizon’s Wi-Fi Calling Coming to Galaxy S6 on Monday, iPhone ‘Early Next Year’
Verizon yesterday announced that it will begin rolling out support for Wi-Fi Calling next week, starting on Monday with Samsung’s Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge. iPhone users will need to wait a bit longer, with an update enabling the feature expected “early next year.”
Wi-Fi Calling will initially be available on the Samsung Galaxy S 6 and Samsung Galaxy S 6 Edge and will be rolled out as a software update in phases. Additional Android and iOS devices will receive Wi-Fi Calling capabilities via future software updates expected early next year.
Wi-Fi Calling allows phone calls to be automatically placed over Wi-Fi connections in areas where cellular service is poor, seamlessly transitioning between cellular and Wi-Fi as needed.
Sprint and T-Mobile have supported the feature for some time, and AT&T launched its support in early October. AT&T made waves by claiming Sprint and T-Mobile have been offering the feature illegally, due to Federal Communications Commission requirements for supporting a teletypewriter (TTY) feature for deaf and hard-of-hearing users.
AT&T received its waiver from the FCC just days later, and Verizon followed with its own request, with the FCC approving it several weeks ago. Sprint and T-Mobile have not received waivers from the FCC, but continue to operate Wi-Fi Calling and believe no waiver is required.
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