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[Tech News] Google releases August Android security patches for Nexus and Pixel devices

It’s the beginning of the month, and: it’s time for Google to release a new Android security patch for its current Pixel and Nexus devices. Factory images and OTA files with August’s Android security patch are now available in Google’s  factory image website. This month’s security update brings new Android 7.1.2 files for the Google Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel C, Nexus 6P, and Nexus 5X. The Nexus Player, Nexus 6, and both Nexus 9 models have received new Android 7.1.1 files as well. Do note that there are multiple builds for the Pixel, Pixel XL, and Nexus 6, so make sure you’re downloading the correct file for your device. Google Pixel: NJH47F ( factory image , OTA ) Verizon: NHG47Q ( factory image , OTA ) T-Mobile, Fi carriers, and Rogers: NKG47S ( factory image , OTA ) Deutsche Telekom: NZH54D ( factory image , OTA ) Google Pixel XL: NJH47F ( factory image , OTA ) Verizon: NHG47Q ( factory image , OTA ) T-Mob...

[TechLeaks] Pixel XL 2 may have Ambient Display Always On, Squeez while Screen Off, Multiple Display Profiles etc

The larger “taimen” Pixel XL in particular will feature a 5.99-inch display with a 1440p OLED panel provided by LG, seemingly a consequence of LG’s recent investments in their display division to sate increasing OLED panel demand. The device will also be coming with a Snapdragon 835 and will feature a similar two-tone glass and metal finish on the back, though we noted that the glass window is located near the top and that it no longer encloses the fingerprint scanner. A render provided by Android Police   report, closely matches the design information. The device seemingly borrows inspiration not only from the Pixel XL, but also the LG G6. XDA-Developers has also obtained information about the upcoming Pixel XL’s software feature set, which is explained below, from a source familiar with the matter. The specifics of these software features might change by the time the phone is finalized, we believe xda gives us some insight into what Google is trying to ach...