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News and Weather Genie not stock ?

My Brother just picked up the Nexus 7 with 4G. He's an iPhone guy switching over slowly.
Anyways, he asked me for some good Widgets. I said an Android classic is the "News and Weather" genie widget. He said that's not on this tablet. I told him to look under apps, for News and Weather, and sane under the Widget tab. He said nope, not there.
Did Google remove that classic Widget ?
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Anyone ?
I don't own the Nexus 7 myself. Just a Galaxy Nexus, and a Note 2 running CM10.1 and the "News and Weather" genie widget is standard.
Is it not installed on the Nexus 7 ?
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Nope not installed on the nexus 7. I read somewhere on here Google does not support it any more or something like that?
I've tried to side load the apk file to my n7 many times with no success.
However I am running clean ROM inheritance 3.2 and it comes with the ROM.
I am new to all this stuff. This is what I don't understand, the app is listed as transperent. It does not show up in titanium backup and I can't find it with root explorer.
I have no idea what is going on with this app.
I hope someone can clear this up
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tnt0303 said:
Nope not installed on the nexus 7. I read somewhere on here Google does not support it any more or something like that?
I've tried to side load the apk file to my n7 many times with no success.
However I am running clean ROM inheritance 3.2 and it comes with the ROM.
I am new to all this stuff. This is what I don't understand, the app is listed as transperent. It does not show up in titanium backup and I can't find it with root explorer.
I have no idea what is going on with this app.
I hope someone can clear this up
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The .apk name is Genie widget. Its not called News and Weather, only named that after install.
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whats a good ad blocker now ad away is gone

i read something with apk
i dont know how to do that

track 1 said:
i read something with apk
i dont know how to do that
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Man, you have a long way to go...
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track 1 said:
i read something with apk
i dont know how to do that
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Adaway isn`t gone, get it here https://code.google.com/p/ad-away/ and please learn how to use Google and most of all READ.

Or use adfree. (need root)
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Unjustable said:
Or use adfree. (need root)
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Adblockers always need root afaik.

Just google it and download an apk!

gee2012 said:
Adblockers always need root afaik.
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I think adaway or some other ad blocker worked without root for ads over WiFi. For some reason though none of the adblockers I've tried work over mobile data for me which is incredibly annoying since I haven't had an ad (on my phone or PC) in years pretty much.

track 1 said:
i read something with apk
i dont know how to do that
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i don't think you are familiar with installing apk's to your phone. I just want to mention that google would have solved your problem much faster . And there would be less haters around
I will explain it to you, as simple as possible.
1. Go to google and search for ad away . apk file. For example i found this link for german users: http://www.chip.de/downloads/AdAway-Android-App_56011287.html
2. Connect your Phone to your PC and move the .apk file to your phone(sdcard). Other options are using a Cloud like Dropbox etc.
3. Go to your settings -> security -> and select the option unknown source or whatever it is called in english. ( Installing from unknown source or something)
4. Go into PlayStore and load a file manager like Astro-Filemanager
5. after installing a filemanager, open it and go to the path you have moved your .apk file to... and select it
6. Press install and have fun with it
Hope i could help.

indoh said:
i don't think you are familiar with installing apk's to your phone. I just want to mention that google would have solved your problem much faster . And there would be less haters around
I will explain it to you, as simple as possible.
1. Go to google and search for ad away . apk file. For example i found this link for german users: http://www.chip.de/downloads/AdAway-Android-App_56011287.html
2. Connect your Phone to your PC and move the .apk file to your phone(sdcard). Other options are using a Cloud like Dropbox etc.
3. Go to your settings -> security -> and select the option unknown source or whatever it is called in english. ( Installing from unknown source or something)
4. Go into PlayStore and load a file manager like Astro-Filemanager
5. after installing a filemanager, open it and go to the path you have moved your .apk file to... and select it
6. Press install and have fun with it
Hope i could help.
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you are a lifesaver

Pay for apps, don't screw over your developers.
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AW: whats a good ad blocker now ad away is gone
track 1 said:
you are a lifesaver
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feel free to pm me if you need help in any other case.
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chrisrozon said:
Pay for apps, don't screw over your developers.
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You misunderstood, Adaway was free anyway but was removed from the Play Store for some reason. It's not piracy at all.

Nigeldg said:
You misunderstood, Adaway was free anyway but was removed from the Play Store for some reason. It's not piracy at all.
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Sorry, YOU misunderstood. Ads equals revenue for the developer, it's the tradeoff you get for free apps.
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chrisrozon said:
Sorry, YOU misunderstood. Ads equals revenue for the developer, it's the tradeoff you get for free apps.
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That's bs. It's our free choice, if we want to look at ads or not. Maybe we should also remove the "channel change" button from our TV remotes, so we cann not switch the channel during ads?!

greg17477 said:
That's bs. It's our free choice, if we want to look at ads or not. Maybe we should also remove the "channel change" button from our TV remotes, so we cann not switch the channel during ads?!
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The choice is watch ads on a free app, and or buy the paid version of it. Blocking ads means eventually there won't be any free apps, since the devs will be forced to charge for them all.
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Not if you don't click on them, which the vast majority of people don't anyway.
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Ad away is a free app. Some devs don't want money. Hard to give money to people who don't want your moola.
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Devs who don't want payment don't have adds in their apps.
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chrisrozon said:
Devs who don't want payment don't have adds in their apps.
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Untrue. Some Devs make only one app with ads. And I'd gladly purchase a full version but there isn't one. So I have the choice of looking at stupid annoying ads or blocking them... If a Dev wants payment, offer ad free version. Which most devs do...with additional features. This is the way to do it.
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What is with the sudden hate towards ad blockers now that Google has said something about them? There is a way to block people using ad blockers from launching an app and I've only seen one Dev do it, so obviously they don't care enough about that precious 0.02 a user to take actions to stop ad blockers
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And WTF is this?

I know this is probably more related to the actual FB app but I feel like it's a complete violation of privacy and I don't particularly want this happening but can not seem to find a setting to turn it off.. Here is a scenario where this would be completely out of place and unacceptable..
You take a picture of something private .. You or a friend gets your phone and opens the Facebook app... Oh look the last 3 pics you took.... Really? WTF? Anyone know how to turn this off?
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Check settings. Turn off facebook sync photos.
Just using Facebook is violation of privacy. Even if you find away to turn it off that feature; Facebook is always sucking up information from your device (contacts, location, call logs, pictures, and so on). This is one of the reason I don't use Facebook.
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That's definitely true... Makes me sad. I think in this issue though the most disturbing thing is that it's accessing another app (gallery) and then putting the 3 most recent pics in the app (suggesting) you post them. Who's to say their appropriate to post. I don't like this at all.
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jcnbama said:
That's definitely true... Makes me sad. I think in this issue though the most disturbing thing is that it's accessing another app (gallery) and then putting the 3 most recent pics in the app (suggesting) you post them. Who's to say their appropriate to post. I don't like this at all.
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Open the Facebook app and tap the top left main menu in your sidebar*Scroll to the bottom and select*Account*>*App Settings*>*Sync PhotosChoose*Don't sync my photos
If you are rooted install below app. This will give you some control over apps permission.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.schurich.android.tools.appopsstarter
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Don't sync photos is already selected. This is new. It's not syncing my photos it's just suggesting photos from my gallery (the last 3 taken) for me to post. Very annoying. I will definitely check out the other app you put on here. I apologize I couldn't quote because the XDA app kinda sux.
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I've notice same thing did you manage to remove that "new feature" ?

z0rin said:
I've notice same thing did you manage to remove that "new feature" ?
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Guys, just get another app for Facebook. There's tons of apps that don't these extra permissions and don't steal your data, AND THEY RUN BETTER than the stock Facebook app. Example : fast for facebook (search it!)

z0rin said:
I've notice same thing did you manage to remove that "new feature" ?
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No I didn't. I've tried alternative FB apps in the past. Haven't generally had much success but maybe I'll give it another go..
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Fb app is the worst app ever, I started using fb on browser and all kinds of wonders happened, like improved battery life
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The facebook app is becoming worse and more invasive after each update, i think it's time to switch to an unofficial app for it

jcnbama said:
I apologize I couldn't quote because the XDA app kinda sux.
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Yes the xda app is a bit buggy but you can quote.
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No... I can't quote.... I'm not just making it up... I have to post another post to be able to click on a post to quote it...
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Ibrahim.Rahman said:
Yes the xda app is a bit buggy but you can quote.
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So it ends up looking like this. I tapped on my post, so I could quote your post. Because it always highlights the one above it. Don't say random stuff if you don't know what you're talking about. Obviously if I could have quoted I would've done it. Been doing this a while....
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jcnbama said:
So it ends up looking like this. I tapped on my post, so I could quote your post. Because it always highlights the one above it. Don't say random stuff if you don't know what you're talking about. Obviously if I could have quoted I would've done it. Been doing this a while....
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Yes that is a bug. However if you tap the time at the right hand side of each post, the corresponding post is highlighted, not the one above it.

Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't... Sorry for being abrasive. Just been very frustrated with the XDA app lately. It used to be so much easier to use.
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danyf90 said:
The facebook app is becoming worse and more invasive after each update, i think it's time to switch to an unofficial app for it
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Good idea

Tapatalk FTW!

badboy47 said:
Open the Facebook app and tap the top left main menu in your sidebar*Scroll to the bottom and select*Account*>*App Settings*>*Sync PhotosChoose*Don't sync my photos
If you are rooted install below app. This will give you some control over apps permission.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.schurich.android.tools.appopsstarter
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App Ops not working on kitkat 4.4.2, when i launch it, i get message "unfortunately, settings has stopped"
any way to make it work?
or good alternative app????

sid.8491 said:
App Ops not working on kitkat 4.4.2, when i launch it, i get message "unfortunately, settings has stopped"
any way to make it work?
or good alternative app????
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Yes, there is a good alternative:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2540233
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sid.8491 said:
App Ops not working on kitkat 4.4.2, when i launch it, i get message "unfortunately, settings has stopped"
any way to make it work?
or good alternative app????
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There is an app called AppOps X that works on 4.4.2
Here
Or Xposed module
Here

How to get new Facebook App UI

How to get the new FB UI
first opt out of beta programme..(if you arent a tester ignore this step)
link for beta is here
https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/facebook-for-android-beta-testers
then join alpha..
https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/facebook-for-android-alpha-testers
after joining..uninstall Facebook app..reboot phone...
now search for facebook app in play store and boom...you will have the latest there
If you still have old ui clear the app from recent apps and start it

did not work for me.
edit: it does indeed work
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beaver2233 said:
did not work for me.
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Did you leave the beta test? And clicked on bit.ly link to become alpha tester?
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I've been in both groups for like 2 months. Still no updated UI. Search a bit, the new UI is rolled out server side, from Facebook. There's no way to actually "get" it. You get it when they roll out the update to you...

Worked perfect for me!
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RoyJ said:
I've been in both groups for like 2 months. Still no updated UI. Search a bit, the new UI is rolled out server side, from Facebook. There's no way to actually "get" it. You get it when they roll out the update to you...
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If you are alpha tester you get it by default no need to wait
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I have been an alpha tester for a while now. Just followed instructions again. Left beta. Joined alpha. Uninstall app. Reboot. Install. Still old UI...
Hmm any ideas??

abhi98228 said:
Did you leave the beta test? And clicked on bit.ly link to become alpha tester?
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Yes I did.
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What version are you on. I was on updated to 9.0.0.18. If I closed the app from recent apps and tried to reopen it it would crash. I would have to clear data to get it to work again. All on stock non rooted nexus.
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9.0.0.0.19 check if there is any update on play store
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worked perfectly for me. thanks for the info.

that could explain something... I'm on version 8.0.0.15.24... maybe it's a region thing?
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RoyJ said:
I've been in both groups for like 2 months. Still no updated UI. Search a bit, the new UI is rolled out server side, from Facebook. There's no way to actually "get" it. You get it when they roll out the update to you...
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Op @abhi98228 please add this info to the first post :
Try wiping the apps data then re-sign into the app only on the latest alpha version.
Also not everyone will see the new interface due to it being server sided.

abhi98228 said:
9.0.0.0.19 check if there is any update on play store
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Thanks rejoined the alpha group got version .19 and closed the apps and swiped away from recent apps and loaded it back up. Works like its suppose to. Next question how do I get my news feed to be "most recent" instead of "top stories"? I can view most recent by going to the settings Tab then selecting it, but that seems to be a step backwards if you ask me. What happened to the news feed settings?
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beaver2233 said:
that could explain something... I'm on version 8.0.0.15.24... maybe it's a region thing?
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Same - although it says it can take a few hours before its available
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Garner said:
Op @abhi98228 please add this info to the first post :
Try wiping the apps data then re-sign into the app only on the latest alpha version.
Also not everyone will see the new interface due to it being server sided.
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Got back into the alpha program and updated Facebook. When it 1st loaded it was the old UI closed the app. Swiped away in most recent apps and loaded it back up and I had the new UI.
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jdawg0024 said:
Got back into the alpha program and updated Facebook. When it 1st loaded it was the old UI closed the app. Swiped away in most recent apps and loaded it back up and I had the new UI.
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Yes it does not depend on what app version you have nor what alpha or beta group you are in its just their server that depends on who gets it, my wife is on just the standard play store version and has had then new ui for a month now.

jdawg0024 said:
Thanks rejoined the alpha group got version .19 and closed the apps and swiped away from recent apps and loaded it back up. Works like its suppose to. Next question how do I get my news feed to be "most recent" instead of "top stories"? I can view most recent by going to the settings Tab then selecting it, but that seems to be a step backwards if you ask me. What happened to the news feed settings?
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Going to ask same question lol in news feed there it says most recent try that
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Garner said:
Yes it does not depend on what app version you have nor what alpha or beta group you are in its just their server that depends on who gets it, my wife is on just the standard play store version and has had then new ui for a month now.
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What Phone does she Have? Also is her app version 7.0.26.28?
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jdawg0024 said:
What Phone does she Have?
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HTC One X not rooted all stock

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out of shear curiosity, why make a flashable when the apk to v2.1.043 is easily available on google or through the play store? not trying to be negative, im just curious

simms22 said:
out of shear curiosity, why make a flashable when the apk to v2.1.043 is easily available on google or through the play store? not trying to be negative, im just curious
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Of course I know ... but this zip is for those who want GoogleCamera in the system and includes the framework and lib files ... is useful for those who use core gapps that do not include the new GoogleCamera..

miseusegau said:
Of course I know ... but this zip is for those who want GoogleCamera in the system and includes the framework and lib files ... is useful for those who use core gapps that do not include the new GoogleCamera..
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ahh, i see. well, nice
but, i do have some feedback. my new camera was in the system, but i moved it out as a user app last week. it drained battery a lot hevier than before(old cam), and the camera daemon used more battery as well. i tried figuring out how to make it use less, but couldnt figure it out. i moved it out of the system to a user app last week, and now it uses much less battery

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ahh, i see. well, nice
but, i do have some feedback. my new camera was in the system, but i moved it out as a user app last week. it drained battery a lot hevier than before(old cam), and the camera daemon used more battery as well. i tried figuring out how to make it use less, but couldnt figure it out. i moved it out of the system toa user app last week, and now it uses much less battery
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strange, I use the camera in system with all my rom without any problems, I have no problems of excessive consumption ... well everything works very well

This is useful for people that don't wish to rely on Google services like the play store. I myself am paranoid on a much smaller scale, but people who are into security and experience paranoia have much different setups than a typical Android user.
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Link is down. It says temporary error. Mirror plz.

TokedUp said:
Link is down. It says temporary error. Mirror plz.
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server up and running again..

getting error here...

donnytuco said:
getting error here...
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that error?

miseusegau said:
server up and running again..
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LIAR! Where's the f'ing MIRROR!?

TokedUp said:
LIAR! Where's the f'ing MIRROR!?
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I add another mirror tonight

This is just a mirror to help the OP spreading his work. I've absolutely no credits in this.
Dropbox: http://goo.gl/fXKwqX
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What is "overview"
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Yusei said:
This is just a mirror to help the OP spreading his work. I've absolutely no credits in this.
Dropbox: http://goo.gl/fXKwqX
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thanks for help, add your link and a new my link, now there are 3 ...
@Wagedroid...panoramic

New GoogleCamera build 2.2.024...download in op

Use one of my mirrors again
Dropbox - http://goo.gl/IiofoP
Cheers
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Anyone know why im not receiving any updates from google on time like this camera?x.x
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Nope.
I didn't received this one too.
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Me too, never received update on time from my Play Store
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