Official Android Discussion Thread

[fredropro]

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My new Nexus 6P has been draining battery like crazy. I am getting very little SOT before the phone drains to the 40s. I disabled OK Google through Nova Launcher. I don't really play games, and brouse very minimally.
It drains between 10-20 percent a night. Any ideas as to what it could be?

http://imgur.com/cenb3S7

Man I'd get a hold of wherever you got it and ask for a replacement..... I went a week without having to charge mine...

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[RoyalBoyle78]

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Man I'd get a hold of wherever you got it and ask for a replacement..... I went a week without having to charge mine...

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A week??? Did you use the phone much during that week??

where else , N.Y today everyday day!

[Peji911]

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A week??? Did you use the phone much during that week??

where else , N.Y today everyday day!

Even still, that's crazy good.

I lose 20-40% battery just leaving it on standby. Friggin sucks.

[Jgainsey]

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Picked up the Galaxy S7 Edge a couple of weeks ago and I think I'm in love.

Coming from a Galaxy S6, which I was kind of mediocre on, the battery and screen are both really nice. I haven't used the camera too much yet, but it seems great so far. Fast as **** if nothing else...

I was a little hesitant on the size, but with the screen curve the phone is narrow enough to where I barely notice a difference with it in my pocket.

Very happy with it so far.

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[fredropro]

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A week??? Did you use the phone much during that week??

where else , N.Y today everyday day!

Seriously I've only had the phone a month and a half but, I have the "Shutapp" which shuts everything running down with one button... I always hit that when I sit the phone down.

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[Sinner]

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Do many of you use the Google Maps Navigation system or a stand alone GPS? If you've used both how good is the Goggle Maps app compared to a stand alone one? Was thinking of buying a GPS cause I can't use the phone while using GPS and I also use my phone for music while Im in my car.

Saw a Garmin 5" 2579 on sale on Amazon for 143$ regular price 199 or I could get a 7" 2979 for 229$ both have voice commands and Blue tooth. If I got one would probably get the 5" one...thoughts?

[Scott]

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Do many of you use the Google Maps Navigation system or a stand alone GPS? If you've used both how good is the Goggle Maps app compared to a stand alone one? Was thinking of buying a GPS cause I can't use the phone while using GPS and I also use my phone for music while Im in my car.

Saw a Garmin 5" 2579 on sale on Amazon for 143$ regular price 199 or I could get a 7" 2979 for 229$ both have voice commands and Blue tooth. If I got one would probably get the 5" one...thoughts?

I use Google maps.

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[p_rushing]

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Do many of you use the Google Maps Navigation system or a stand alone GPS? If you've used both how good is the Goggle Maps app compared to a stand alone one? Was thinking of buying a GPS cause I can't use the phone while using GPS and I also use my phone for music while Im in my car.

Saw a Garmin 5" 2579 on sale on Amazon for 143$ regular price 199 or I could get a 7" 2979 for 229$ both have voice commands and Blue tooth. If I got one would probably get the 5" one...thoughts?

Why can't you use GPS and the phone?

I use Waze, better than Google, has social alerts for cops, wrecks, traffic, etc. Google maps displays some data from Waze as Google now owns them.

I have Android auto in my car, which for some reason still doesn't have Waze, so I found a workaround to display Waze on my phone screen and the rest on the Android auto screen.

As long as you aren't in areas where you don't have a signal, I would always use the phone as the GPS. You could even download maps for offline or poor signal areas. I do that when going hiking and then just use the phone as a GPS. I have another app though because it's easier to mark trails, waypoints, etc than in Google.

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[Sinner]

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Why can't you use GPS and the phone?

I use Waze, better than Google, has social alerts for cops, wrecks, traffic, etc. Google maps displays some data from Waze as Google now owns them.

I have Android auto in my car, which for some reason still doesn't have Waze, so I found a workaround to display Waze on my phone screen and the rest on the Android auto screen.

As long as you aren't in areas where you don't have a signal, I would always use the phone as the GPS. You could even download maps for offline or poor signal areas. I do that when going hiking and then just use the phone as a GPS. I have another app though because it's easier to mark trails, waypoints, etc than in Google.

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I mean talk on the phone and use GPS at the same time...I'll give Waze a try thanks

[p_rushing]

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I mean talk on the phone and use GPS at the same time...I'll give Waze a try thanks

You can do that. As long as your phone doesn't shut off data while on a call, you can use GPS at the same time. Waze downloads enough so even if it does turn off data, you just won't get updates. Just put the phone on Bluetooth or speaker and you can then open the GPS app back up or it will run in the background still giving directions.

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[Sinner]

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You can do that. As long as your phone doesn't shut off data while on a call, you can use GPS at the same time. Waze downloads enough so even if it does turn off data, you just won't get updates. Just put the phone on Bluetooth or speaker and you can then open the GPS app back up or it will run in the background still giving directions.

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Ahh ok cool thanks..then guess I have no reason to get a GPS then.

[dbeth]

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Yup, I use Waze as well and it's awesome. Knowing where traffic incidents are as well is a nice addition.

As for Android, I think I'm finally full in on the pure goodness: Nexus 6P phone for the main driver, Pixel C (with folio case) for the more meaty tasks, and the Nexus 7 (2013) for play. Very happy with Android in this sense where I can now get the latest updates iOS style, and not have to wait for any carrier nonsense.

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[SuperBowlNachos]

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Waze is the best. It updates traffic scenario faster, and will give you a quicker alternative route. Google Maps pulls in data from Waze, but it's just not as good for that. Waze will also alert you of road hazards and police in the area. It's all user reported. Never had an issue playing music or talking on the phone while also using the GPS. It will just use a lot of battery. I pretty much run it every time I drive to help avoid accidents. It will usually give you 3 routes to choose from right when you start it up.

[racerx]

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I received the Marshmallow update on my ATT Galaxy S6 last night. Seems pretty smooth so far.

[Brandwin]

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Downloaded the Android N beta yesterday since this is the most stable version. I am liking the changes so far. Hopefully the beta doesn't play havoc with my battery.