Google Play is launching on Chromebooks

At Google I/O 2016, Google announced that Google Play would be launching on Chromebooks. As an Android developer, your apps will soon be compatible with Chromebooks. Here�s how you can improve the Chromebook experience for your Android apps:

• Begin by reviewing the I/O session - �Bring your Android App to Chromebooks�
  
• Read this Android Developers Help Center article to learn how to optimize your Android apps for Chromebooks.
• Update the AndroidManifest.xml and set touchscreen as not required if you want to reach customers on non-touchscreen Chromebooks.
• Learn how to manage your app's compatible devices and more about Chrome OS Device Support for Apps.

No action is required, but we recommend the steps above to best position your app for the millions of potential customers using Chromebooks.

Pok�mon GO has been updated to version 0.33.0 for Android and 1.3.0 for iOS

Pok�mon GO has been updated to version 0.33.0 for Android and 1.3.0 for iOS devices. Below are some release notes and comments from our development team.

• Added a dialog to remind Trainers that they should not play while traveling above a certain speed. Trainers must confirm they are not driving in order to continue playing.
• Made improvements to the accuracy of a curveball throw
• Fixed a bug that prevented �Nice,� �Great,� and �Excellent� Pok� Ball throws from awarding the appropriate XP bonuses.
• Fixed achievements showing incorrect Medal icons.
• Enabled the ability for Trainers to change their nickname one time. Please choose your new nickname wisely.
• Resolved issues with the battery saver mode on iOS and re-enabled the feature.
• Added visuals of Team Leaders Candela, Blanche, and Spark.
• Currently testing a variation of the �Nearby Pok�mon� feature with a subset of users. During this period you may see some variation in the nearby Pok�mon UI.
• Minor text fixes

source: http://pokemongo.nianticlabs.com/en/post/update-080816/

Customize theme's colors

Last example show how to Apply Material Theme (with default color) to Activity. The video show how to further custom the theme colors.


Edit values/styles.xml to modify style of "AppTheme2", adding various color defination.

<resources>

    <!-- Base application theme. -->
    <style name="AppTheme" parent="Theme.AppCompat.Light.DarkActionBar">
        <!-- Customize your theme here. -->
        <item name="colorPrimary">@color/colorPrimary</item>
        <item name="colorPrimaryDark">@color/colorPrimaryDark</item>
        <item name="colorAccent">@color/colorAccent</item>
    </style>

    <style name="AppTheme2" parent="android:Theme.Material">
        <item name="android:colorPrimary">@android:color/holo_orange_light</item>
        <item name="android:colorPrimaryDark">@android:color/holo_orange_dark</item>
        <item name="android:textColorPrimary">@android:color/holo_blue_bright</item>
        <item name="android:windowBackground">@android:color/darker_gray</item>
        <item name="android:navigationBarColor">@android:color/holo_green_dark</item>
    </style>

</resources>

Make sure "@style/AppTheme2" is used in AndroidManifest.xml.

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?>
<manifest xmlns:android="http://schemas.android.com/apk/res/android"
    package="com.blogspot.android_er.androidmultiwindow">

    <application
        android:allowBackup="true"
        android:icon="@mipmap/ic_launcher"
        android:label="@string/app_name"
        android:supportsRtl="true"
        android:theme="@style/AppTheme2">
        <activity android:name=".MainActivity">
            <intent-filter>
                <action android:name="android.intent.action.MAIN" />

                <category android:name="android.intent.category.LAUNCHER" />
            </intent-filter>
        </activity>
    </application>

</manifest>

Reference:
- Using the Material Theme

Pok�Advisor blocked

It appears Niantic has blocked PokeAdvisor from accessing your data. Pok�Advisor will not be able to update user Trainer. The site is in read only mode, so you can search for your Trainer and download your Pokemon for a little while longer.

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Related:
- Niantic will ban 'Pokemon GO' Cheaters

Farfetch'd - Asia limited Pok�mon

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Farfetch'd is always seen with a stalk from a plant of some sort. Apparently, there are good stalks and bad stalks. This Pok�mon has been known to fight with others over stalks.
~ know more.

Pok�mon Macho x Android

Windows 10 Anniversary Update

Windows 10 Anniversary Update will begin rolling out around the world. The Windows 10 Anniversary Update is full of new features and innovations that bring Windows Ink and Cortana to life; a faster, more accessible and more power-efficient Microsoft Edge browser; advanced security features; new gaming experiences and more. The Windows 10 Anniversary Update will start rolling out to Windows 10 Mobile phones in the coming weeks.

The Windows 10 Anniversary Update is being rolled out to Windows 10 PCs across the world in phases starting with the newer machines first. You don�t have to do anything to get the Windows 10 Anniversary Update, it will roll out automatically to you through Windows Update if you�ve chosen to have updates installed automatically on your device. However, if you don�t want to wait for the update to roll out to you, you can manually get the update yourself on your personal PC. If you�re using a Windows 10 PC at work, you will need to check with your IT administrator for details on your organization�s specific plans to update.

Read more at https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2016/08/02/how-to-get-the-windows-10-anniversary-update/#ZMI61X8Smr8eLb88.99