Rabu, 31 Januari 2018

Mario Kart Tour is a new Nintendo game for smartphones

After Mario's first appearance on smartphones in Super Mario Run, Nintendo's plumber will soon be returning to mobile devices with his go-kart in tow.

Nintendo will launch Mario Kart Tour on smartphones. Not much is known about the game yet, but Nintendo does say that it'll be released by March 2019.

Mario Kart is one of Nintendo's major franchises, and it's exciting to learn that it's going to be the focus of Nintendo's next mobile game. What will be interesting is seeing how while the racing game works on the touchscreens of smartphones.

Are you excited to get Mario Kart on your phone?


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

T-Mobile customers are now seeing voicemail transcripts in Google Phone app

The Google Phone app already has a dedicated visual voicemail tab that allows users to listen to and delete voicemails quickly. It's a huge improvement over the clunky voicemail dialing we used to have to endure. However, some T-Mobile users, myself included, are now seeing transcriptions there as well, making the process even easier. This capability was added to the Phone app back in November.

We received a tip from a T-Mobile user who sent a screenshot our way, at which point I realized that I also had a voicemail transcription thanks to a scam call I'd missed.

Read More

T-Mobile customers are now seeing voicemail transcripts in Google Phone app was written by the awesome team at Android Police.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

IFTTT now plays nice with TiVo and Wiser heating systems

A few weeks back we reported that TiVo support for automation service IFTTT was inbound, and enthusiasts would be able to integrate a whole new set of applets into their workflow. Well, that day has arrived, and the new applets even include limited Alexa and Google Home integration. Wiser heating systems have also received IFTTT integration. 

Wiser, for the unfamiliar, is an electronic heating solution by the British company Drayton, sort of like Nest's thermostats.

Read More

IFTTT now plays nice with TiVo and Wiser heating systems was written by the awesome team at Android Police.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

Google Play services 11.9.75, which fixes Cast device Wi-Fi issues, has hit stable

Last month it was revealed that Google Cast-supported devices were causing networking issues for many. After the story garnered widespread attention, Google quickly pushed out a fix in the form of the Play services 11.9.74 beta. Affected parties were able to manually install this version or jump into the testing program to get it, and it was supposed to fix the issue. But, that was a beta release that not everyone received (since betas are opt-in).

Read More

Google Play services 11.9.75, which fixes Cast device Wi-Fi issues, has hit stable was written by the awesome team at Android Police.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

Google Flights will use machine learning to predict flight delays

Google Flights has been around for quite some time, and like a lot of services from Google, new features keep getting added to improve the experience.

Now Google has unveiled a new effort to help get a better grasp on flight delays. First and foremost, Google Flights will use historical flight data and machine learning to try and predict delays. For Google to flag an expected delayed flight, it has to be 80 percent sure of that delay.

Google Flights will also show the reasons why flights are delayed.

In addition, Google Flights is going to start showing more information related to fees. So if you're going to buy a ticket, the service will start showing you if additional services and features like overhead baggage space, baggage fees, or the ability to select your seat will cost more, or if it's included in the advertised ticket price.

What do you think of Google Flights' new features?


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

U.S. Cellular drops price for unlimited prepaid data to $55 per month

For customers that fall under the U.S. Cellular banner, the network has just announced a significant price drop for its prepaid unlimited data option.

U.S. Cellular has dropped the price for prepaid unlimited data to just $55 per month, down from $70 per month. The regional carrier has also unveiled a new 3GB high-speed data plan which costs $40 per month and a 1GB of high-speed data plan for $35 per month that will only be available at select national retailers.

In addition, if you sign up for one of U.S. Cellular's prepaid plans that cost $40 or more, you can get a Moto E4 Plus or Samsung J3 for free for a limited time.

There is unlimited talk and text included with each of these prepaid plans.

It's always nice to see a price drop for monthly plans.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

Game Dev Tycoon is out on Android, and it is just as great as ever

Well, well, well. Look at what we have here. Greenheart Games has just released its video game business simulation title Game Dev Tycoon on the Play Store. You can pick it up right now for the low price of $4.99, which is a whole $5 cheaper than the PC version. And better yet, this mobile port is still a premium release, so there is no need to worry about any intrusive advertisements or in-app purchases.

Read More

Game Dev Tycoon is out on Android, and it is just as great as ever was written by the awesome team at Android Police.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

Android Developer Story: Big Fish Games uses open beta testing to de-risk their game launch

Posted by Kacey Fahey, Developer Marketing, Google Play

Based in Seattle, Big Fish Games was founded in 2002. Starting as a game studio, they quickly turned into a major publisher and distributor of casual games. Leading up to the launch of their hit time management game, Cooking Craze, the team ran an open beta on Google Play.

Big Fish Games found that using open beta provided more than 10x the amount of user feedback from around the world, and also gave them access to key metrics and Android Vitals in the Play Console. The ability to monitor game performance metrics pre-launch allowed the team to focus on areas of improvement, which lead to a 21% reduction in crash rate. The larger sample size of beta testers also provided more insights on player behavior and helped achieve a +7% improvement in day 1, day 7, and day 30 retention rates.

You can also learn more pre-launch best practices and strategies to improve performance post-launch at our Google Developer Day on Monday, March 19th at GDC. Sign up to stay informed.

How useful did you find this blogpost?


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

Spotify launches standalone app ‘Stations’ for free playlist listening

Spotify is well known for its wide variety of playlists, but now the company has launched a new, standalone app that relies solely on the curated content.

Late on Tuesday, Spotify officially launched an app called Stations, as was first reported by Variety. The app is currently an Android exclusive and, at least at the time of publication, appears to still only be available in Australia.

For those who can try Stations, it's designed around big font and individual playlists, all designed to build around your preferences without any real user interaction beyond select the playlist. It also touts the fact that users don't need to search for anything, or type into the app at all. The music options should adapt to the user's listening patterns as well.

It is a free app and doesn't require a Spotify Premium subscription to access. However, it doesn't look like users can skip songs while they're listening, even if they are a Premium subscriber.

Spotify's own description of the app indicates that this is an experiment on the company's part, so there is no telling if Stations will see a wider launch outside of Australia.

As noted by the original report, Stations appears to be incompatible with a whole host of devices, including the Pixel smartphones, so keep that in mind.

What do you think of the idea of Stations?


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

Lastpass Beta updated with support for using both accessibility and Oreo autofill, plus fewer unneeded prompts

Lastpass is how many of us choose to store our passwords, and the Android app is usually fast to support new Android features. If you want even faster access, there's the Lastpass beta release. That one has just been updated with more robust autofill support—both accessibility-based and the new Oreo implementation at the same time. You should also get fewer autofill prompts when you don't need them.

Here's the changelog for the latest beta, which is actually in the form of a short explanation.

Read More

Lastpass Beta updated with support for using both accessibility and Oreo autofill, plus fewer unneeded prompts was written by the awesome team at Android Police.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

Square Enix's latest RPG 'Dissidia Final Fantasy Omnia' is officially available

Dissidia Final Fantasy Omnia just came out of pre-registration and is officially available on the Play Store. It is a free-to-play gacha RPG that has centered its theme around the Playstation Portable's series of Dissidia Final Fantasy games. Unlike the original PSP titles (and the new PS4 title), the gameplay is turn-based, though it does use the familiar Brave/HP offense/defense system just like the originals.

What is most notable about Dissidia Final Fantasy Omnia is the fact that there is no PvP, no timers, and no stamina system.

Read More

Square Enix's latest RPG 'Dissidia Final Fantasy Omnia' is officially available was written by the awesome team at Android Police.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

OnePlus 5T updated to Android Oreo with OxygenOS 5.0.2

If you have a OnePlus 5T, your wait for the device's update to Android 8.0 Oreo is over.

OnePlus has detailed the official software update to OxygenOs 5.0.2, which is based on Android 8.0 Oreo. With the new software, the standard Oreo features are there in the mix, including notification dots on app icons, picture-in-picture support, and more. The new software also includes additions from OnePlus, including a new design for the Quick Settings panel, general bug fixes and other improvements, and more.

Here's the full list of changes and new additions:

Changelog

System

  • Upgraded Android version to Oreo(8.0)
    • New design for Quick Settings
    • General bug fixes and improvements
    • Applied CPU security patch: CVE-2017-13218

Applications

  • Updated Launcher to v2.2
  • Updated Gallery to v2.0
  • Updated Weather to v1.9
  • Updated File Manager to v1.7.6

The update to OxygenOS 5.0.2 is an over-the-air update and it will be rolling out beginning today, so not every OnePlus 5T out in the wild will get the new software today. Keep an eye out for it, though, as it should arrive soon.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT

Here are 27 temporarily free and 19 on-sale apps to finish off January

Welcome to the final day of January. 2018 is already chugging along, but if the rate at which time is passing (or the fact that it isn't Friday yet) has got you down, then maybe some app sales will cheer you up. I hope you like free customization stuff.

Free

Apps

  1. Dual Calendar (Paid) $9.99 -> Free; 7 hours
  2. ET Music Player Pro $0.99 -> Free; 2 days
  3. AuditBricks - Site Auditing, Snagging & Punch List $5.99 -> Free; 4 days
  4. OnSite Checklist - Quality & Safety Inspector $1.49 -> Free; 4 days
  5. SnagBricks - Site Auditing, Snagging & Punch List $6.49 -> Free; 4 days
  6. Weight Checker PRO $0.99 -> Free; 5 days

Games

  1. FoxyLand | Premium $0.99 -> Free; 7 hours
  2. Trippy Goat $0.99 -> Free; 7 hours
  3. War Tank Racing Online 3D Pro $0.99 -> Free; 2 days
  4. Dead Bunker II $0.99 -> Free; 6 days
  5. Dots puzzle $0.99 -> Free; 6 days
  6. Timing Hero VIP : Retro Fighting Action RPG $3.49 -> Free; 6 days
  7. Calc Fast $0.99 -> Free; 7 days
  8. Equations: The Math Puzzle Pro $1.99 -> Free; 7 days

Icon packs & customization

  1. Digital Clock Live Wallpaper - Unique & Minimal $1.49 -> Free; 7 hours
  2. Holo Droid $1.99 -> Free; 1 day
  3. Fireplace 3D Pro lwp $0.99 -> Free; 2 days
  4. 3D Steampunk Travel Pro lwp $0.99 -> Free; 3 days
  5. Mee Dark - Icon Pack $0.99 -> Free; 3 days
  6. S8 UX Amaze - Icon Pack $1.49 -> Free; 3 days
  7. X Back - Icon Pack $0.99 -> Free; 3 days
  8. Nomo - Icon Pack $0.99 -> Free; 4 days
  9. Sweetbo - Icon Pack $0.99 -> Free; 4 days
  10. Beauty Watch Face $0.99 -> Free; 5 days
  11. Bold Analog Watch Face $0.99 -> Free; 5 days
  12. My 8 - Icon Pack $0.99 -> Free; 5 days
  13. Rumber - Icon Pack $0.99 -> Free; 5 days

Sale

Apps

  1. Redshift - Astronomy $9.99 -> $4.99; 1 day
  2. Fast Burst Camera $3.72 -> $0.99; 3 days
  3. Total Calculator-Paid $1.99 -> $0.99; 4 days
  4. English Spanish Dictionary $9.99 -> $2.99; 5 days
  5. iRadTech $24.99 -> $16.99; 5 days
  6. DirectChat Pro (ChatHeads) $1.98 -> $0.99; 6 days
  7. Meeting Notes $3.49 -> $0.99; 6 days
  8. VGB - GameBoy (GBC) Emulator $3.99 -> $1.99; 6 days
  9. CloudPlayer Platinum cloud music player $7.99 -> $5.49; 7 days
  10. Universal List Pro $1.99 -> $0.99; 7 days

Games

  1. Monster RPG 2 $1.99 -> $0.99; 7 hours
  2. The fabulous Animal Playground $3.99 -> $1.99; 2 days
  3. Addition and subtraction up to 10 in German $2.49 -> $0.99; 3 days
  4. Subtraction Math Trainer $2.49 -> $0.99; 3 days
  5. Study planet $1.49 -> $0.99; 6 days
  6. Mental Hospital IV HD $2.49 -> $0.99; 7 days
  7. Mystic MAZE - A 3D Adventure $1.49 -> $0.99; 7 days
  8. Unreal Estate $2.99 -> $1.99; 7 days

Icon packs & customization

  1. Game of Life Live Wallpaper $2.49 -> $0.99; 6 days
Read More

Here are 27 temporarily free and 19 on-sale apps to finish off January was written by the awesome team at Android Police.


Android Match

ae
RSS Feed

http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

IFTTT