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Google has made a small amendment to its Play Store guidelines for developers, banning them from using customer testimonials in their app and game descriptions. The rule is designed to prevent the manipulation of ranking or relevancy by removing potentially irrelevant or misleading keywords or phrases.
The Shield already has its Android 5.0.1 upgrade. Photo: NVIDIA
NVIDIA’s Shield tablet is already getting Google’s latest Android 5.0.1 update, and it doesn’t just contain the usual bug fixes. Users will find a new power control menu, live HD camera effects, memory optimizations, and even better performance.
The back of the new ZenFone. Photo: Asus
Asus started teasing its new ZenFone earlier this week, ahead of a full reveal at CES 2015 in Las Vegas next month. We were expecting a high-end device with new camera technology that would allow for better low light photos — thanks to its “see what others can’t see” tagline — but what we may end up with could be a lot less exciting, according to the handset’s leaked specifications.
Smart Unlock is just $0.99 on Google Play. Photo: Hazex
Still waiting for Android 5.0 to come to your device? You don’t need it to enjoy Smart Lock, one of Lollipop’s best new security features, thanks to a new third-party app called Smart Unlock that delivers the same functionality.
Compatible with any device running Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and above, the $0.99 download automatically disables your lock screen security when a trusted wearable is nearby. What’s more, Smart Unlock has an advantage over Google’s own Smart Lock feature by allowing you to add trusted Wi-Fi networks, too.
Snow is falling inside the Spotify app. Screenshot: Cult of Android
It may be warm where you are this Christmas, but you’ll still find plenty of snow inside the Spotify app for Android. Simply open it up and start enjoying your favorite tunes, and you’ll see a virtual snowfall that’s enough to make anyone feel a little festive.
