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The Google Pixel 4 battery is smaller than we'd hoped

Here’s an unwanted surprise out of the Google Pixel 4 launch: a 2,800mAh battery on the Pixel 4. That’s tiny! Even Apple’s iPhones, historically known for smaller battery capacities, now have bigger batteries: the 6.1-inch iPhone 11 has a 3,046mAh battery and the iPhone 11 Pro Max packs in a 3,969mAh battery. Paired with Apple’s tight hardware/software integration, the iPhone 11 family has received tons of praise for great battery life. Even the 6.

Update your Motorola Moto G6 Plus to Android 9 Pie now

According to the Indian support page for the Moto G6 Plus, OTA update notifications are rolling out to the device now. If you can’t wait, you can follow the instructions below and update your device manually. The upgrade to Android 9 Pie on the G6 Plus brings all the usual improvements, including adaptive battery, adaptive brightness, security enhancements, and various changes system-wide to UI elements. Moto G6 Plus launches in India but there are better, cheaper phones

Another day, another good-enough Redmi

Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro The Redmi 6 Pro by Xiaomi is an attempt to bring mid-range features to the budget segment and keep up with the times. While a tad boring, the Redmi 6 Pro is still a great device for anyone looking for a reliable, functional smartphone. Table of contents The new Redmi 6 Pro is Xiaomi‘s attempt to bring mid-range features to the budget segment and keep up with the times.

From beginner to Pokemon master

Pokemon Quest review: A mobile take on the iconic franchise Apps There’s even more good news. We’ve collected those Pokemon Quest tips and tricks into a neat little list that will get any aspiring Pokemon masters well on their way to Happenstance Island. Without further ado, here’s the list. Always be cookingThe most obvious tip for Pokemon Quest is to keep your cooking pots boiling constantly. Never go out on an expedition without something cooking, even if it’s just a Mulligan Stew à la Cube, the cafeteria gruel of Tumblecube Island.

How to use Time Lapse on Google Pixel phones

Update: May 8, 2019 at 2:40 p.m. ET: Google Camera version 6.2, the version that brings the Time Lapse feature, has just hit the Play Store. If you own a Pixel phone, head to the Play Store link below to grab the update! Original article: May 7, 2019 at 2:48 p.m. ET: Already available on other smartphones and several third-party camera applications, Time Lapse is finally coming to Google Pixel phones through the stock Google Camera app.

LG V40 ThinQ Redux: Should you still buy it?

LG packed heaps of quality features into the V40 ThinQ but unfortunately, we couldn’t recommend it back in 2018 due to its hefty price tag and poor battery life. 18 months later at least one of those things has changed. At around $350 new and sub-$300 on the used market, the V40 ThinQ sounds like one heck of a deal on paper. For that money, you’re getting five cameras, a QHD+ OLED display, a Quad DAC-equipped headphone port, 10W wireless charging, and a still-sprightly SoC.

ZTE Axon 10 Pro review: It packs a huge punch

ZTE Axon 10 ProTable of contents This device is no longer widely available. The ZTE Axon 10 Pro is now unavailable to buy from most retailers. If you are looking for an alternative device, check out our list of the best Android phones you can buy. After suffering a brief U.S. ban and consequently facing some hefty fines last year, ZTE has since picked up the pieces and is now back in full force.

Android game development for beginners

Android game development is a dream job for many people and an exciting hobby for others. The games industry is booming and has been outperforming the film industry for years now. In 2020 the combined games industry was valued at $162.32 dollars. That’s expected to grow to $295.63 billion by 2026. The largest share of that pie belongs to mobile games, which is estimated to account for roughly 46% of total market share.

Watch John Carpenter's They Live on Peacock

From the Vault: As the streaming space keeps growing, massive studio catalogs are becoming more and more available. These include lost and forgotten gems, so-bad-it’s-good duds, and just plain weird pieces of film history. And you probably won’t find them by waiting for streamers to put them in front of you. In From the Vault, Android Authority aims to rescue these titles from the algorithm graveyard and help you get more out of your streaming subscriptions.

April 2021 Android security patch here for Pixels

David Imel / Android Authority If you’re one of the people facing that bootup error, you’ll likely be very happy to see this update. However, if you’re upset that the April 2021 Android security patch is a little anemic, you’ll need to get excited for June. Assuming Google sticks with its usual schedule, we should see a feature drop then, which would likely bring a whole slew of goodies. If you don’t want to wait for the OTA alert on your Pixel phone, you can always manually update.