Asus ZenFone 2 Device Review – XDA TV

The ASUS ZenFone 2 is the latest device from up and coming device maker ASUS. ASUS is relatively new to the smartphone arena. The device is sporting an Intel chipset. Is theASUS ZenFone 2 worth considering? That is only one of the questions XDA TV Producer Jordan answers when he takes the opportunity to review the device. Check out the videos below. You will find a general overview video and an unboxing video of the ZenFone 2.

Video Courtesy of Twildottv

ASUS ZenFone 2 Links:

• 4GB/64GB Silver
• 4GB/64GB Black
• 4GB/64GB Red
• 4GB/64GB Gold

Be sure to check out other great XDA TV Videos

Check out Jordan’s YouTube Channel and Jordan’s Gaming YouTube Channel

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Fix For Galaxy S6 Memory Issues

Not unlike Nexus devices on Lollipop, Galaxy S6 users have been complaining of ram issues for some time now. Apps don’t seem to stay in memory very long, and there are launcher redraws abound. Ideally 5.1 brings some much needed help as it did with Nexus devices.

In the mean time, a thread in our own forums seems to have discovered a potential fix.

Apparently the memory management settings for Android that Samsung chose were a bit too aggressive. The fix involves some build.prop editing, so you’ll definitely need root, which is still fairly simple thanks to PingPongRoot.

Most users are reporting improved memory management. Though there seems to be a caveat:

The major addendum here seems to be that apps like Chrome and and those calling webpages via Webview (Tinfoil for Facebook) still suck

 

If you’re experiencing memory issues with your next S6 or S6 Edge, head over to our forums to try out the fix.

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Andromax Q Is A New Cyanogen Device in Indonesia

A new “Powered by Cyanogen” device was officially announced in Asia. This time we will see phones with the Cyanogen logo in Indonesia where Andromax Q will be available to buy for 1.3 million Rupiah (less than $100). Head over to this site to learn more about specs.

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Google Location Aware Search Goes Live

Google quietly announced a new addition to Google Now at an event in Paris today known as Location Aware Search. The new feature uses your real time location to modify its answers to various questions. It can now understand your location, nearby landmarks, businesses and geographical features such as rivers with only vague questions to go on.

During the conference, some great examples were given:

• “Call this conference center” – The phone dialed the reception desk
• “How long is this river” – An accurate reply for the Seine that runs next to the centre
• “How tall is it?” – using location spoofing for NYC, returned a reply for the Empire State Building

Whilst we have seen no official news from Google relating to the feature, it is now working on many users Google Now apps. Obviously if you have not allowed it access to your location data, as I’m sure many of won’t have, the features will not work.

Google Location Aware Search telling how long nearby river is when you don’t even say river’s name #smx#SMXParishttp://pic.twitter.com/14q4jM6aSJ

— Danny Sullivan (@dannysullivan) June 9, 2015

 

Give it a try and see how it works for you, then leave a comment below!

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AT&T Issues a No Prompt LG G4 Update

Several AT&T LG G4 users are reporting that AT&T pushed an update out to their devices. Users are claiming there was no prompt, confirmation window, or change log. The device simply updated and restarted on its own. The ability for AT&T to push an update to users devices with no interaction required is certainly cause for concern. A software update causing problems or bricking devices is not unheard of. Additionally, there’s the possibility of a user being on a phone call or in a situation where they need their phone to continue functioning.

AT&T’s update page only mentions one change: “AT&T Address Book enhancements.”

The page also seems to imply that this truly is an automatic update with instructions showing no need for user interaction:

How to update

1. Notification – AT&T software update.
2. Your phone will start downloading the software update.
3. The phone will automatically restart once the new software has successfully downloaded.
4. Tap OK.

AT&T responded for comment with:

Thanks for checking.
Yes, I can confirm that it’s an AT&T push to update the address book. I am not quite sure yet as it wasn’t communicated in advance

 

More reports at XDA and Reddit

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MXTP Provides Bootloader-Level Security Against Thieves

New Sony devices including Xperia M4 Aqua, Xperia C4 and Xperia Z4 Tablet are shipped with My Xperia Theft Protection mode. MXTP is a bootloader protection that prevents wiping the device or flashing updates with PC Companion. It’s a nice alternative to Android Device Manager. Thieves are far from being happy.

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Spotify Launch New Android Beta Program

Like many before it, Spotify has now started their own beta program for its Android app. Don’t expect to enroll easily though, Spotify is asking that you send in an ‘application’ that is comprised of your google account, Spotify username and Spotify community account and then await approval.

We have yet to see whether all applications will eventually gain access, if the beta is limited to just a few more active members or if the program is first come first serve. To apply head over to here and fill in your details. As usual, you will also be required to join the beta testing G+ group and more details will follow as we learn more.

Are you interested in applying? Leave a comment below!

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