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Google Photos v1.19 Allows Custom Music In Generated Movies, Adds Better SD Card And Folder Management, And Makes A Bunch Of UI Tweaks [APK Download]

Update Wednesday went by a bit quietly with relatively few rollouts. However, the tail end of the day brought a bump to the Photos app with a lot of unusual and interesting changes. There are plenty of visual tweaks throughout the app, not to mention a couple of new features. Auto-generated movies now support custom music and there are some improvements to folder management and SD card support, such as it is.

Google Photos v1.19 Allows Custom Music In Generated Movies, Adds Better SD Card And Folder Management, And Makes A Bunch Of UI Tweaks [APK Download] was written by the awesome team at Android Police.

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Firefox 47 Beta Adds A Few Changes To Slightly Reduce Mobile Data Usage, Removes Support For Android Web Runtime

Shortly after Firefox 46 went stable, the beta for version 47 is now available. As is typical for browser updates, the changes are minor and eclectic, but a few this time around can decrease the amount of mobile data you consume by a hair or two.

One change is the option to show or hide web fonts, which is now available under advanced settings. Plus, Firefox will stop using data in the background when a website uses meta refresh.

Firefox 47 Beta Adds A Few Changes To Slightly Reduce Mobile Data Usage, Removes Support For Android Web Runtime was written by the awesome team at Android Police.

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Thanks to Twitter, Fenix has returned to the Google Play Store

Just a few days ago, one of the most popular third-party Twitter apps for Android, Fenix, was pulled from the Google Play Store because the app had reached its token limit.

Now, thanks to some help from Twitter itself, the app has made its triumphant return to the digital store shelves. Developer mvilla has announced that the Fenix app is now available for new users to install and use once again. When the app reached its token limit earlier this week, it meant that new users wouldn’t be able to download the app, but also that mvilla wouldn’t be making any money from the app, either.

Good news, everyone! Fenix is back on the Play Store! https://t.co/obl5TClTM5 http://pic.twitter.com/tC2axD959n

— Fenix (@fenix_app) April 28, 2016

However, with the help of Twitter, that’s no longer the case, and it looks like mvilla’s hard work will continue to see plenty of attention moving forward. However, when asked what happened, mvilla could only say that the developer had “been in contact with the Twitter team and they’ve helped to fix the issue.” So what, exactly, Twitter did to help Fenix out remains a mystery.

Are you happy to see Fenix’s return?

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Google Photos adding more powerful search in latest update

Google Photos is one of those apps that nearly every Android user has on their device, but not everyone uses. Nonetheless, Google is continuing to improve the service with frequent updates that add and improve features, both in an effort to keep current users happy and in an attempt to draw in new users. This latest update from Google Photos brings in a few notable features that you should definitely know about.

First off is an improved search experience that is clearly changed from the existing search experience. Google Photos now features a prominent search bar at the top of the UI. Users can tap the search bar and type in their query to instantly begin searching, or they can simply tap the search bar and scroll down to see faces, places, and photo types to help narrow the search category down.

Also added is the ability to customize the movies that the app automatically creates. Users can now add their own music, photos and videos to these automatically created movies. Additionally, users can now rename and delete user-created device folders right from Google Photos. Managing files and folders on SD cards has also been simplified.

The update is now rolling out to Android devices and will be available for iOS in the coming weeks.

What are your thoughts on the new features?

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Top 10 new Android games this week: illi, Tiny Rogue

Welcome back to Android Gaming Weekly, our weekly recap of new game releases. We still plan to cover upcoming releases and games we’re playing, but this column is dedicated to new games that you can start playing right now. Check out our top picks and let us know in the comments section if you have any suggestions for next week’s post.

Ether Wars

Description: Prove your worth in unlimited levels that will test your radial-aim skill and patience. If that isn’t enough for you, challenge your best friends in PVP matches to proclaim yourself the absolute ruler of the ether galaxy.

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

illi

Description: illi is a polished one button platform puzzler. As the creature illi, you jump your way through a strange world where gravity follows you! Things you take for granted in your world is different here. illi travels through portals and enters barren worlds where she gathers light crystals that remain.

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

Adventure Jack

Description: He knows there is an old boat house on the island, but he don’t know how to reach there.Your objective is to help him to reach the boat house by guiding him through the jungle. In each level, you have to help him to find the required objects to proceed and the way to the boat house. Tap to guide him to the objects to interact with them or collect them. Keep an eye on his energy level and get the food when its goes down to avoid losing his life.

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

Spellbinders

Description: For eons, the Titans have fought for fame, glory, and bragging rights in an eternal struggle. As a Spellbinder, YOU control the battlefield. Choose a Titan, command an army of fearless minions and dust off your favorite spell book.

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

Now Escape

Description: Drag the ball to avoid obstacles. These neon-like traps can surprisingly transform right before your very eyes – stay focused and use your reflexes… Now Escape!

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

Tiny Rogue

Description: In Tiny Rogue you will descend as deep into the randomized dungeons as you can. Strategize your turns moving through the dungeons collecting treasure, using potions and spells, slaying foes, earning experiences and levelling up your hero. Can you compete on the high-score leaderboard?

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

The World of Dots

Description: The world of dots was once a world of structure. Since the ancients disappeared the dots have begun losing their order. Help rebuild the world of dots with Rubik’s cube inspired puzzles.

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

Super Phantom Cat

Description: Super Phantom Cat is a retro-inspired 2D platformer that pays homage to 8- and 16-bit classics Super Mario Bros., Donkey Kong Country, and Sonic The Hedgehog. In Super Phantom Cat, players take on the role of Chemist White and embark on an action-packed journey through the Phantom World.

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

Rush Fight

Description: Get ready for super fun arcade action! Test your reflexes and break records, challenging fighters from around the world. And remember, if you stop you lose!

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

Angry Birds Action!

Description: Pull, aim, action! Send the birds of the Angry Birds Movie crashing through obstacles and bouncing from wall to wall like a wrecking ball – all in the name of saving some eggs. It’s a game based on a movie, based on a game! Explore the world of The Angry Birds Movie for the first time ever in Angry Birds Action!

(Playboard) | (Play Store)

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Angry Birds Action! Now Available To All In The Play Store

Well, that Angry Birds movie is going to come out in a few weeks, so the time has come for Rovio's latest promotional vehicle to launch. Angry Birds Action! appeared in the Play Store as a geo-limited beta a few weeks ago, and now it's live for everyone. What's it like? It's a mix of pinball, classic Angry Birds, and desperation. I kid, sort of.

There are eggs that need to be saved in each level, and you do that by running into them with the classic slingshot mechanic.

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AT&T is pushing Marshmallow to the LG G3

Marshmallow updates have been raining down lately, with most current and previous flagships now having received the update. One previous flagship, however, has faced quite a long wait. LG was fairly speedy in getting a Marshmallow update out to the LG G3, but the carrier variants have taken a bit longer, particularly the AT&T model. Fortunately, that wait is now over, as AT&T has begun pushing the Marshmallow update out to LG G3 owners on its network.

With the update, you’ll get the usual goodies of Marshmallow. These include Google Now On Tap, which allows for contextual assistance based on what is currently on the screen, as well as Doze, which improves standby battery life. In addition to those, you’ll see LG’s slightly updated UI. Under the hood, you’ll likely also notice some performance and stability improvements. All in all, it should be quite a welcome update.

The update has begun to roll out, but it could be a few days before it reaches everyone. Be patient and savor the reward when you finally receive the update.

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Miitomo Crosses 10 Million Users, Announces 10 Day Promo And Two New Mobile Games

During its earning call last night, Nintendo announced that Miitomo has had 10 million users since its release in March, with 20 million 'Miifotos' created and 300 million conversations started. To celebrate reaching the 10 million mark, the company has announced a 10-day promotional period, lasting from April 29 till May 8. There's no word on what this will involve, but I wouldn't be surprised if users can win exclusive, limited-edition clothes for their Mii, or something of that ilk.

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