Guide to activating Google feed,at a glance, Google reminders and etc in any country, and fixing common problems.

This is an easy guide to making all of the normal features of google feed, assistant and stuff work properly on any android 7+ phone (haven't tested below 7) in any country that doesn't allow these features.
this is not for everyone, read this in full before starting so that you know what you are getting into.
so far, there has been no danger to my phone's software doing these stuff.
however im not responsible if you do something wrong. follow the steps properly.

DO NOT DELETE THE G SERVICES FR...

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OS updates on Android and iOS

Everyone complains about how slow the updates in Android are and praises Apple for fast updates and long-term support, but why there is such a huge difference? I will write down some of the reasons:

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* there is no competition in iOS, Apple dictates the prices. For instance, they [can sell a phone that costs 443$ to make for 1250$](https://hothardware.com/news/apple-iphone-xs-max-256gb-build-costs-estimated-at-443), while Android phone manufacturers face very strong competition and ther...

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Google app 8.91 seems to have killed reminder notifications

To be clear, this seems to be a new issue. It's not the issue where reminders are late, which is mitigated by unoptimizing the Google app for battery, nor is it the issue where location reminders aren't triggered, which is an old issue. This is for timed reminders.

I have a Pixel 3 and 2XL on Pie, a Nexus 6 and N9 on 7.1.1, and Samsung S4. All on Google app 8.91.5 except for the P2XL which is on 9.5 beta. I stopped getting reminder notifications about 2 days ago, according to the app Notif Log....

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[Vendor Backdoor?] Huawei deletes images downloaded from Twitter

So Huawei put a backdoor into their own Android?

Just read a post from a local (Hong Kong) forum saying that a China user using a Huawei phone got his image downloaded from Twitter automatically deleted by the OS.

Doesn't it means that Huawei got backdoor on the user's phone? Probably they have to verify image/checksum with their own (China) server's to do it. Probably why US Government ban their products.

A link from a Taiwan media is here [https://tw.appledaily.com/new/realtime/20190119/150...

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what is the point of curved edges on phone glass?

I'm not talking about the galaxy Edge type curves where the feature is marketed, but rather like on my S7 where the glass just isn't quite flat on the perimeter.

Is it aesthetics? strength? easier to control faults in manufacturing?

It seems like nothing but a downside considering how much harder it is to find a screen protector.

I have a LG G7 on the way and it looks like I need to spend $50 on a protector that involves a UV curing glue to get the edges coated right.

Compare to any $2-4 fl...

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The Hybrid

I comfortably switch between Androids and iPhones, and I have to tell you, if you love technology, it’s the best thing ever.

I urge all of you techie folks to use both just so you have a feel for what each has to offer. There are pros and cons on both sides.

I’m currently using an iPhone X, and will most likely switch to a Galaxy S10 next since the Pixel 3 was such a disappointment.

I’ve made the process incredible simple so switching back and forth is no hassle at all. Basically, every tim...

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Google Assistant is latest Google service to gain dark mode option
https://www.androidauthority.com/google-assistant-dark-mode-944828

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Motorola RAZR 2019 foldable phone’s likely design revealed in patent filing
https://www.91mobiles.com/hub/motorola-razr-2019-foldable-phone-design-wipo-patent-filing/

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Are the actual flagships being more worthless?

Oneplus was born to kill the flagships, but increasing their price makes more worth buying a One Plus 6/5T than a 6T/7 (when they release it). Most of flagships are removing basic features and selling them as a revolution. Firts was the removable battery, next the SD slot, next the IR sensor, next the home button (i dont care if they include gestures which I like them, but still having navigation buttons makes full screen phones useless), and now the jack, and I can bet that next will be the vo...

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Xiaomi eyes next growth phase, said to launch African department
https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-africa-department-944839

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Moronic Monday (Jan 21 2019) - Your weekly questions thread!

Note 1. Join us at /r/MoronicMondayAndroid, a sub serving as a repository for our retired weekly threads. Just pick any thread and Ctrl-F your way to wisdom!

Note 2. Join our Discord, IRC, and Telegram chat-rooms! [Please see our wiki for instructions.](https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/wiki/index#wiki_.2Fr.2Fandroid_chat_rooms)
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Warn : Google could suspend your account without reason

Yesterday 19 January 2019 i top-up to my google account with amount around $50 usd. Everything went successful and balance got top up. When i want to purchase in-game item i got an error saying You cannot complete this purchase learn more.


so i try to contact them i chat to their customer service via chat online and they said they need my personal document like my ID card, Driving license, Credit/Debit card, Bank statement or Cellphone statement. i tried to avoid giving them this but after s...

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Any news about upcoming tablets that is more powerful than Snapdragon 835?

Just got back to tablet hunt after 4-5 years. I'm surprised to see that the fastest one(galaxy tab s4) is still using Snapdragon 835.

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I'm holding back for Mobile World Congress on Feb 24, 2019. But from quick googling, no brand seems to want to announce any high end tablets. The only major brand rumored to unveil new tablet is Samsung. And that's not even a high-end model(Galaxy tab A). So, topic. >\_<...

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Is this the Motorola RAZR with folding display?
https://www.theverge.com/2019/1/21/18191330/motorola-razr-lenovo-remake-foldable-smartphone

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Updates may be getting faster, but the vast majority of devices don't get a single OS update. Statistics inside.

Okay, so we're going to be taking a look at phone updates based off data from GSMArena, I'm trusting the data is accurate and up to date, but if there are dependencies please let me (and GSMArena) know.

 

To set the scene:

2015: Marshmallow
2016: Nougat
2017: Oreo
2018: Pie

 

Total phones released:

[2016: 541](https://www.gsmarena.com/results.php3?nYearMin=2016&nYearMax=2016)
[2017: 459](https://www.gsmarena.com/results.php3?nYearMin=2017&nYearMax=2017)
[2018: 410](http...

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If 5G Is So Important, Why Isn’t It Secure?
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/21/opinion/5g-cybersecurity-china.html

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Microsoft takes a step forward to combat Fake News, rolls out NewsGuard to Microsoft Edge on Android.
https://nokiapoweruser.com/microsoft-takes-a-step-forward-to-combat-fake-news-rolls-out-newsguard-to-microsoft-edge-on-android

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The most premium Galaxy S10 model might cost €1599 in Europe
https://www.androidauthority.com/samsung-galaxy-s10-plus-price-availability-release-date-945049/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds

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Telegram 5.2 released: updates group settings, undo delete and more
https://telegram.org/blog/permissions-groups-undo

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Android Q will include more ways for carriers to SIM lock your phone
https://9to5google.com/2019/01/21/android-q-carriers-sim-lock/

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Xiaomi to have dedicated African department as next step towards company's growth
https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-africa-department-944839/

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