Google Stock Contacts App Gains Lollipop and Marshmallow Support (APK Link)

Google has recently updated the Google Contacts application for select Android devices to made it easier to edit contact details. The most significant change Google expanded the app's availability from just Marshmallow to Lollipop. 

The app is still limited to Nexus, Android One, and Google Play Edition devices. Users running Lollipop on these devices can now add and edit contact data points such as name, number, and email allowing users to save to their Google account, fix duplicates, and call or message from the contact card. Google Contacts is free to download from the Google Play Store by folling the link below.

*Update* I was successfully able to download the APK (APK link below) install and run the new Google Contacts app on my Moto Z, Moto Z Force, and LG G5. Please comment below if you are able to install and run the new Google Contacts app on your non Nexus, Android One, or Google Play Edition phone.


Source: Google Play Store, Direct APK link

Google Releases Moto G Google Play Edition

Google has announced the release of the Moto G Google Play Edition starting at $179 for the 8GB model and $199 for the 16GB model. There isn’t much of a difference between the Google Play Edition and the regular unlocked GSM model of the Moto G selling through other retailers. The Moto G is already just about stock Android to begin with, and the pricing is around the same you’ll find through third-party retailers. With the Google Play Edition Moto G you’ll be guaranteed completely stock Android and updates when other Google Play Edition devices receive them. The Moto G is available now through the Google Play website for customers in the US and will run on AT&T, T-Mobile, and their respectful MVNO pre-paid services (i.e. MetroPCS, Aio, and GoSmart). 

Source: Google Play Store

Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Play Edition 4.4.2 Update Rolling Out

Samsung has finalized an update to Android 4.4.2 (KOT49H) for Galaxy S4 Google Play Edition owners. The OTA file I9505GUEUCML4 is the latest version of Android, and includes a device-specific bug fix.

The update fixes a network status indicator issue present since the first Galaxy S4 Google Play Edition KitKat firmware. Instead of mislabeling HSPA/HSPA+ connections as “3G”, as was previously the behavior, they’re now correctly displayed as “H”. 

In addition, Android 4.4.2 brings a number of welcome enhancements and improvements, including an updated camera app and subtle UI tweaks.

HTC Posts Android 4.4.2 Kernel Source And Framework Files For HTC One Google Play Edition

HTC has posted the kernel source and framework support files for the HTC One Google Play Edition’s Android 4.4.2 update, and according to sources the update is rolling out as well.

If you own an HTC One Google Play Edition and have seen 4.4.2 pushed to your device hit us up in the comment section and let up know.

Source: HTCdev