Android 7.0 Nougat

179 'Android 7.0 Nougat' stories May 2016 - December 2016

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OnePlus barely beats end-of-year deadline, releases Nougat for OnePlus 3/3T

Justin Duino Dec 31 2016 - 11:46 am PT

Earlier this year, we received word from OnePlus that they planned to get Nougat onto the OnePlus 3 and 3T before the end of the year. As we quickly approached the New Year, many became skeptical that this deadline would be met. Now, on the last day of 2016, Carl Pei, Co-founder of OnePlus, has announced that they will begin rolling out a stable build of OxygenOS 4.0 (Nougat) later tonight…

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OnePlus 3 gets another Android Nougat beta as end-of-year deadline approaches

Stephen Hall Dec 28 2016 - 10:24 am PT

OnePlus said last month that the OnePlus 3 and 3T would both get Android Nougat by the end of the year. That obviously hasn’t happened for either device yet, but it’s getting closer and closer every day. Today, the former device is receiving another beta build of Nougat in the form of OxygenOS beta 10…

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Google Pixel devices encountering early battery shutdowns at ~30%, presumably caused by software

Ben Schoon Dec 27 2016 - 10:09 pm PT

Google’s Pixel smartphone received a ton of praise following its announcement, including in our review, but in the time since, several hardware and software issues have been forcing many to take a second look at Google’s flagship. There have been camera issues, defects, and even some audio problems, but now another issue is starting to pop up, and it’s easily the worst yet ─ premature battery shutdowns.

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Google says Nexus 6 will get Android 7.1.1 in early January

Stephen Hall Dec 27 2016 - 1:47 pm PT

All of the currently-supported Nexus and Pixel devices have received Android 7.1.1 at this point (you can find factory images at Google’s website as usual), but one device, the Nexus 6, has been mysteriously missing for a few weeks. Now, we know that the phablet from 2014 is getting its update come early next month…

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Some Nexus 6P owners reporting bootloops, potentially a hardware issue

Ben Schoon Dec 26 2016 - 7:48 am PT

Prior to the release of the Google Pixel, one of the best Android smartphones on the market was the premium, powerful, and affordable Nexus 6P. However, the reputation of that device is certainly going downhill with several issues popping up as the phone ages. Now, some Nexus 6P owners are reporting a bootloop issue on their devices.

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Honor confirms Android Nougat for the Honor 8 will land in February [Updated]

Ben Schoon Dec 23 2016 - 7:13 am PT

Android skins from Chinese OEMs have always been pretty bad, and Huawei has always been one of the worst contenders. Despite releasing awesome hardware, it’s always been hard to recommend the company’s devices due to the software. With the release of Nougat, though, things are improving, and now we know when Honor 8 users can expect that update.

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Two months later, Google still hasn’t fixed the early shutdown bug appearing on some Nexus 6Ps

Ben Schoon Dec 20 2016 - 2:09 pm PT

We’ve long hailed the Nexus 6P as one of the best Android smartphones on the market and by most measurements, that’s still very true. However, as with any phone, things start to degrade over time. That’s especially true when it comes to the battery, but something especially odd and potentially dangerous has been happening with the Nexus 6P, and Google still hasn’t fixed it.

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Nougat beta update rolling out now for Samsung Galaxy S7 & S7 edge

Justin Duino Dec 20 2016 - 9:11 am PT

In early November, Samsung announced the Galaxy Beta Program which allowed customers with the Galaxy S7 or S7 edge to beta test the upcoming release of Nougat. Over the last month, we have seen several updates roll out to the handsets which fixed bugs and brought more Nougat features to the phones. We are now receiving reports that a 4th major update is now showing up for those in the beta program…

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Nexus 5X, 6P devices on Android Beta Program now receiving OTA for final 7.1.1 release

Abner Li Dec 19 2016 - 11:27 pm PT

While Android 7.1.1 began rolling out to Nexus and Pixel devices at the beginning of the month, users on the Android Beta Program have still been waiting for the final release. After a two week delay, the update is beginning to rollout to the Nexus 5X and 6P.

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New beta build of Android Nougat for the OnePlus 3 prepares for final build with new optimizations

Ben Schoon Dec 15 2016 - 6:04 am PT

Ahead of its final release, OnePlus has just rolled out a second beta build of Android Nougat for the OnePlus 3. Oxygen OS Beta 9 takes feedback from the initial Nougat beta to squash bugs and optimize the OS before the final build goes out to all.

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New Android 7.1.1 (NMF26Q) build for Google Pixel and Pixel XL provides additional cellular fix

Abner Li Dec 12 2016 - 2:26 pm PT

Android 7.1.1 began rolling out to the Pixel and Pixel XL last Monday with a number of small fixes, as well as two new Moves. Notably, compared to previous months, there was one unified build for North America, Verizon, and Europe. A new version of 7.1.1 has just been posted to the developer site and deals with fixing a connectivity issue.

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It looks like Samsung will upgrade the Galaxy S7 family directly to Android 7.1.1

Ben Schoon Dec 9 2016 - 8:05 am PT

It’s been a while since Android Nougat went public, but in the time since, not many OEMs have gotten around to pushing system updates to bring devices up to Google’s latest OS. With the latest monthly distribution numbers, Nougat still sits at just 0.4%, and even less can be said for the newer Android Nougat 7.1.1. Now, however, it seems like Samsung is planning to skip 7.0 and go directly to 7.1.1.

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Comment: Google has finally made ‘Ambient Display’ useful

Ben Schoon Dec 6 2016 - 1:02 pm PT

Just the other day, Google officially kicked off the rollout of the latest version of Android, 7.1.1 Nougat, to both Nexus and Pixel devices. With that update, Google brought along some new “moves” which have made a big difference to one of Google’s long available but neglected features — Ambient Display.

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Android Nougat is now rolling out to the HTC One M9, to hit carrier variants in the coming weeks

Ben Schoon Dec 6 2016 - 7:47 am PT

After releasing Android Nougat for the HTC 10 late last month, HTC is now pushing Nougat to the unlocked HTC One M9 in the US starting today.

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Nougat only at .4%, while Android 6.0 becomes most used version in Dec. distribution numbers

Abner Li Dec 5 2016 - 1:29 pm PT

The last distribution numbers for 2016 are in and show slow growth for 7.0 Nougat, but a big boost that makes Marshmallow the most commonly used version of Android. These numbers come as Android 7.1’s rollout will add a new API version to the list before the busy holiday season.

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Android 7.1.1 rolling out to Nexus, Pixel devices w/ new Moves and December security patch

Abner Li Dec 5 2016 - 10:09 am PT

Update 12/27: Following a small update aimed at devices on UK carriers, Verizon has just listed a new build (NMF26U) for the Pixel and Pixel XL. This update is likely minor with release notes only mentioning security patches. Interestingly, the Google Developer site has not been updated with links to the factory image or OTA.

Following a brief developer preview, Android 7.1.1 is now available for Nexus and Pixel devices. The update brings features that have been on the Pixel since October to current Nexus and Android One devices, as well as the Pixel C. Meanwhile, the Pixel and Pixel XL gain some new Moves and other bug fixes.

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Sony Xperia XZ, X Performance, Verizon LG G5 pick up Android Nougat

Ben Schoon Dec 1 2016 - 5:24 pm PT

A little over 4 months after its release on Nexus devices, Android Nougat is finally starting to pick up steam after some pretty dismal distribution numbers during its first couple of months. Recently we’ve seen the likes of HTC updating unlocked devices, and LG updating international and local G5 units, Samsung pushing out betas, and even Huawei sub-brand Honor working to update devices to Google’s latest OS. Today, even more devices are picking up Android Nougat.

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Huawei reportedly updating six devices to Android Nougat/EMUI 5.0 in Q1 2017

Ben Schoon Dec 1 2016 - 2:13 pm PT

Huawei hasn’t always been the best when it comes to software, both in terms of its skin and reliability of system updates. However, along with a massive overhaul to its UI on the Mate 9, the company appears to be pushing Android Nougat to a few of its devices just a bit quicker than usual.

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OnePlus 3 gets its first Android Nougat-based open beta OxygenOS build

Stephen Hall Nov 30 2016 - 11:59 am PT

OnePlus CEO Carl Pei said earlier today that the OnePlus 3’s Android Nougat release is getting priority over the many complaints people have about its touch latency issues, and it looks like he was serious. Now, the now-outdated flagship from the Chinese company is getting its first beta build of OxygenOS based on Android Nougat…

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Android Nougat is rolling out to the LG G5 on T-Mobile

Ben Schoon Nov 29 2016 - 6:06 am PT

Android Nougat’s rollout has been slow, but this month it’s finally picking up steam. Recently LG released its first device with Nougat, the LG V20, and now the company is bringing its earlier flagship, the LG G5, up to date.

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Android 7.1 will be released to Nexus devices with December 5th security patch

Abner Li Nov 25 2016 - 6:34 pm PT

Update 11/29: As presumed, the Pixel and Pixel XL will also receive Android 7.1.1 this coming Monday. This confirmation comes from Canadian carrier Rogers and is labeled as ‘Bug Fixes & Security Patches.’

According to Vodafone Australia, Android 7.1.1’s consumer release to Nexus devices will coincide with next month’s security patch on December 5th. The OTA comes less than two weeks after the second Android 7.1 Developer Preview and brings Nexus phones and tablets to software parity with the Pixel and Pixel XL.

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Unlocked HTC 10 picks up Android Nougat starting November 26th

Ben Schoon Nov 24 2016 - 10:46 pm PT

After confirming earlier this year that the device would be updated to the latest version of Android, HTC has just announced that Nougat is nearly ready for the HTC 10. The roll out should start Friday, November 26th…

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Android Nougat now rolling out to Honor 8 beta testers, first screenshots show off cleaner UI

Ben Schoon Nov 22 2016 - 6:10 am PT

Earlier this month Honor was on the lookout for beta testers for Android Nougat on the Honor 8 smartphone. After finding a handful of candidates, the company is now pushing beta builds to devices, and today we’re getting our first look.

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Android Nougat is starting to roll out to some Verizon Moto Z and Moto Z Force users, enables Daydream VR

Ben Schoon Nov 19 2016 - 6:32 am PT

About two months ago, Motorola confirmed it would be rolling out the latest version of Android, 7.0 Nougat, to the Moto Z family by the end of the year. Ahead of any announcement, it appears that update is rolling out to some users of the DROID edition Moto Z smartphones…

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