Top 10 Android app updates this week: Adult Swim, Google

Welcome back to our weekly Top 10 Android App Updates column, where we take a look at the most frequently upgraded apps for the week. We've found that one of the best ways to discover useful apps is to find the ones that are actually being updated by the developers rather than selecting the apps with the most installs. As in the past, we're going to filter out minor updates for the super-popular apps that have over 10 million installs, but we'll make exceptions for apps that have had significant updates. We hope you enjoy this weekly feature and that you discover some apps that end up being useful. LastPass Password Manager Beta (Unreleased) - Version 4.3.1634   What's new in this version: This release allows you to enable both the Android O autofill and the legacy (accessibility) autofill, which will allow you to fill into Chrome. We have also added options under Settings>Autofill to allow you to disable credit card and address fill, which is also disabled by default on new installations. (Playboard) | (Play Store)   Bitmoji – Version 10.23.267   What's new in this version: Over 100 new hairstyles. Hair treatments like ombré, balayage, and highlights. New colors for glasses and headwear. More skin tones and all-new makeup palettes. (Playboard) | (Play Store)   Astro Mail - Version 3.0.180   What's new in this version: Added chat for Live Stream and selected Marathons Added Chromecast for Android Numerous technical fixes (Playboard) | (Play Store)   Google Voice – Version 5.7.1837   What's new in this version: Geographic location for phone numbers Copy voicemail transcription Save multiple images from a received message (Playboard) | (Play Store)   ZEDGE™ Ringtones & Wallpapers - Version 5.34.7     What's new in this version: New ways to access your Saved items Fresher look Bug fixes (Playboard) | (Play Store)   IFTTT - Version 3.4.5   What's new in this version: This update includes stability improvements as well as support for an upcoming feature. Also, newly published on IFTTT since the last update: TxHash (which is a pretty neat blockchain service, check it out!) (Playboard) | (Play Store)   Logi Circle – Version 3.2.3391   What's new in this version: Notification snapshots in Smart Alerts. For Wire-Free Cameras, activate the Motion Test Mode to determine the best sensitivity for your scene. Updates to the setup experience with additional guidance for Window and Plug Mount accessories. Support for the Google Assistant. Updates and bug fixes to improve app performance. (Playboard) | (Play Store)   Secure Folder - Version 1.1.07.6   What's new in this version: Fixed the problem that disappear app icon in secure folder. Bug fix (Playboard) | (Play Store)   Microsoft Launcher - Version 4.5.1.39811     What's new in this version: Let meeting attendees know you're running late from the calendar card. Employees whose enterprises leverage Microsoft Intune's data protection policies can now use the Microsoft Launcher for viewing corporate data. Adjust icon size in the app drawer, dock and home screen. Set wallpapers for home and lock screen ( 7.0+) (Playboard) | (Play Store)   Google – Version 7.19.20.21   What's new in this version: Use voice commands while navigating – even when your device has no connection. Try saying "cancel my navigation" "what's my ETA?" or "what's my next turn?" Weak connection? If your search fails, the Google app will deliver you results once you regain connection. Troubleshoot connectivity issues with more helpful error cards when your search fails because your device is offline New customization options available for cards in your feed (Playboard) | (Play Store)   Android Match ae http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

YouTube TV is now live for both Rokus and Apple TVs

YouTube TV looks like a pretty sweet deal for those in supported markets. But, there are a few drawbacks. Most notable among them used to be device support, popular set-top streaming devices like Rokus and Apple TVs didn't have apps to support the service. If that was holding you back from being a YouTube TV subscriber, you should be happy to hear that Google just rolled out apps for each.  For the uninitiated, YouTube TV is Google's streaming television service that provides you with a sort of basic cable package for $35, with limited à la carte options available on top of that. Read More YouTube TV is now live for both Rokus and Apple TVs was written by the awesome team at Android Police. Android Match ae http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

Pokémon Go developer Niantic just bought an AR backend company called Escher Reality

Pokémon Go is the poster child for augmented reality. Niantic didn't make quite as big a splash with its first AR game, Ingress, but our collective millennial Pokémon-themed childhood ensured that the company's second effort had a very different reception. Now Niantic looks to be making an investment for the future, as it's just purchased Escher Reality, a startup specializing in backend (read: multiplayer) solutions for VR.  This acquisition was a very smart move for Niantic. Read More Pokémon Go developer Niantic just bought an AR backend company called Escher Reality was written by the awesome team at Android Police. Android Match ae http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

Huawei offering $150 gift card with pre-order of Mate 10 Pro starting Feb 4

The Huawei Mate 10 Pro is an absolutely awesome device, but if you need any more incentive to pre-order one, you can now get a $150 gift card from the retailer you pre-order from for a limited time. Pre-orders for the Mate 10 Pro start on February 4 at $799.99. Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, and Newegg will offer the $150 gift card bonus until February 17 and Microsoft is extending the bonus until February 22. Head over to your favorite retailer from the list on the fourth to pre-order Huawei's latest flagship and let us know if you're going to be picking one up! Android Match ae http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

Instagram adds 'Type' mode to Stories

Instagram Stories are getting a new feature today, and it's called Type mode. From the name, you might guess that it has something to do with text, and you'd be right. It's a way to add stylized text to your Story, and it doesn't require a photo or video. Type mode will appear at the bottom of the screen next to the "Normal" mode. Just select it and you can input text and choose a font, background color, and highlights. Read More Instagram adds 'Type' mode to Stories was written by the awesome team at Android Police. Android Match ae http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

YouTube TV comes to the Apple TV App Store

YouTube TV is a very interesting service from Google that brings TV to smartphones, tablets, and your Chromecast. The service has slowly rolled out to various third party devices, but without a set top box to take advantage of, the more devices supported the better. Earlier today the YouTube TV app came to some Roku devices, and now the YouTube TV Twitter account announced that the app is live for the Apple TV! It's good to see the app come to an Apple device, especially since it's such a popular multimedia device. With additional partners and channels and new devices being supported, YouTube TV is quickly growing into a viable television service even for people who aren't invested into the Google ecosystem. Hey @AppleTV users, check the app store. — YouTube TV (@YouTubeTV) February 1, 2018 Android Match ae http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default

Google Assistant updated with musical alarms, TV showtime info

Google Assistant is constantly being updated with new features and improvements, making for an overall better experience. Today is no different, as Google has announced a few new features coming to the Assistant and to your Google Home. Previously, you could set alarms on your Google Home but it would just beep. Now you can select an artist, song, or radio station to wake up to to make your mornings a little easier. You can also now ask Assistant about TV showtimes and set alarms for certain shows you don't want to miss. Further integration into TV is important as it improves the YouTube TV experience if you are subscribed to that service (though this feature will work with any TV provider). Lastly, you can now access the music you uploaded to Google Play Music, and Google has added Voice Match to Netflix commands so you can continue watching your shows without interrupting a different user in your home. The updates are rolling out now so give these new features a shot! Android Match ae http://androidmatch.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default