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Plex's $90 lifetime pass gives you control over all your media - Android Central
19 Dec 2018

Plex's $90 lifetime pass gives you control over all your media Android Central

Right now the Plex lifetime pass is 25% off for the holidays, bringing the total down to $89.99. Earlier this year the lifetime pass was selling as high as $150, but it ...

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17 Dec 2018

Win a new Android phone and RhinoShield SolidSuit and 4K HD Lens set from Android Central! Android Central

Shop a great sale on cases and enter to win a new phone from Rhinoshield!

Facebook gave Microsoft, Amazon, and Netflix unfettered access to user data - Android Central
05 Dec 2018

Facebook gave Microsoft, Amazon, and Netflix unfettered access to user data Android Central

Facebook was hit with a maelstrom of controversy this year, and it doesn't look like things are about to get better for the social network. A new report by The New ...

CordCutters Podcast Episode 8: All About Chromecast - Android Central
17 Dec 2018

CordCutters Podcast Episode 8: All About Chromecast Android Central

Are the petty little squabbles between Google and Amazon finally over? Maybe, but I wouldn't bet on it. But in any case, you can now buy a Chromecast or the ...

Google Chrome for Android is dropping support for Android 4.1-4.3 Jelly Bean - XDA-Developers
05 Oct 2018

Google Chrome for Android is dropping support for Android 4.1-4.3 Jelly Bean XDA-Developers

The current minimum API level for Chrome is Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. According to a recent commit, it will soon be bumped up to Android 4.4. KitKat.

HTC will focus on flagship, mid-range, and blockchain phones in 2019 - Android Central
19 Dec 2018

HTC will focus on flagship, mid-range, and blockchain phones in 2019 Android Central

HTC apparently wants to "reboot" its smartphone sales next year by focusing its efforts of mid-range and flagship phones, in addition to its recent blockchain ...

Google hit with €4.3bn Android fine from EU - BBC News
18 Jul 2018

Google hit with €4.3bn Android fine from EU BBC News

Google has been fined a record €4.34bn ($5bn; £3.9bn) over Android. The European Commission said the firm had used the mobile operating system to illegally ...

Kindle Unlimited is our favorite membership, and it's 33% off right now - Android Central
19 Dec 2018

Kindle Unlimited is our favorite membership, and it's 33% off right now Android Central

A Kindle Unlimited Membership normally costs $120 at Amazon, but right now you can score an amazing 33% discount, making the total just $80.31. This is a ...

Google appeals against €4.3bn Android fine - BBC News
10 Oct 2018

Google appeals against €4.3bn Android fine BBC News

Google is fighting a record €4.3bn ($4.9bn; £3.8bn) fine for allegedly using the Android operating system to "cement its dominance" as a search engine. In July ...

Make the unlocked 4th-gen Moto E Plus your new phone for $100 today - Android Central
18 Dec 2018

Make the unlocked 4th-gen Moto E Plus your new phone for $100 today Android Central

The unlocked 4th generation Moto E Plus smartphone is on sale for only $99.99 at B&H today. That saves you $80 off the phone's regular price, though it's a ...

Amazon is giving away physical and digital copies of Grand Theft Auto V for PS4 and Xbox One - Android Central
19 Dec 2018

Amazon is giving away physical and digital copies of Grand Theft Auto V for PS4 and Xbox One Android Central

Amazon is giving Twitch Prime members $15 in promo credit with their purchase of Grand Theft Auto V on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.

Sony's $48 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker can get the party started anywhere - Android Central
18 Dec 2018

Sony's $48 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker can get the party started anywhere Android Central

Sony's SRSXB21 Portable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker is on sale at Amazon today for $48 in your choice of black, blue, or white. This speaker regularly sells for ...

Daxton Hill, a 5-star safety, signs with Michigan football - Detroit Free Press
19 Dec 2018

Daxton Hill, a 5-star safety, signs with Michigan football Detroit Free Press

Just days after he flipped from the Michigan Wolverines to the Alabama Crimson Tide, Daxton Hill has signed with U-M after all on early signing day.

AT&T has officially launched 5G in parts of the US, and here's why it's a big deal - Android Central
18 Dec 2018

AT&T has officially launched 5G in parts of the US, and here's why it's a big deal Android Central

AT&T has claimed the first 5G mobile *service* in the U.S..

What Vermonters need to know about alcohol and the holidays - BurlingtonFreePress.com
18 Dec 2018

What Vermonters need to know about alcohol and the holidays BurlingtonFreePress.com

The holiday season brings increased temptations for everyone, but Vermont's rural geography poses unique challenges in terms safe alcohol consumption.

Feed the whole family with the $90 Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 pressure cooker - Android Central
18 Dec 2018

Feed the whole family with the $90 Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 pressure cooker Android Central

Today only, the Instant Pot Duo Plus 8-quart 9-in-1 programmable pressure cooker is down to $89.95 on Amazon. That's $70 off its regular price and the first time ...

Chrome for Android to end support for Jelly Bean - Android Police
06 Oct 2018

Chrome for Android to end support for Jelly Bean Android Police

Android Jelly Bean debuted nearly six years ago in November 2012, and it's currently the oldest version of Android still getting Chrome updates. That... by Taylor ...

Google's new Game of the Year is trendy trivia on your phone - Android Central
17 Dec 2018

Google's new Game of the Year is trendy trivia on your phone Android Central

Google has packaged up its massive wealth of pop culture knowledge into a 20 question trivia game for everyone to enjoy. It's called Game of the Year, and the ...

Europe hits Google with €4.3bn fine for Android antitrust violations - Telecoms.com
18 Jul 2018

Europe hits Google with €4.3bn fine for Android antitrust violations Telecoms.com

Google has been handed a record €4.3 billion by the European Commission, with the bureaucrats claiming the search giant abused the dominant position of ...

I used a Galaxy Nexus for a week, in 2018 - it didn't go well 2018 - Android Police
10 Sep 2018

I used a Galaxy Nexus for a week, in 2018 - it didn't go well 2018 Android Police

In what is partly an experiment and partly a series, I've been using the Galaxy Nexus as my personal phone exclusively for the last week. It has been a... by Ryne ...

Skype expands compatibility to Android 4.0.3 and above - Android Police
02 Mar 2018

Skype expands compatibility to Android 4.0.3 and above Android Police

Most applications have long since dropped support for Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, since the version is now only used on 0.4% of all Android... by Corbin ...

Oath no more: 'Verizon Media Group' new umbrella for company's various sub-brands - Android Central
18 Dec 2018

Oath no more: 'Verizon Media Group' new umbrella for company's various sub-brands Android Central

The "Oath" name didn't really make any sense or end up gaining any brand equity since its inception, and so Verizon is going with something far more traditional ...

Google unshackles Android-device firms - BBC News
17 Oct 2018

Google unshackles Android-device firms BBC News

Google is dropping restrictions it imposed on Android-device-makers, following a clash with the EU. It is ending a ban on manufacturers having a line-up that ...

Google Duo v36 drops Jelly Bean and adds some finishing touches for tablets and smart displays [APK Teardown] - Android Police
25 Jun 2018

Google Duo v36 drops Jelly Bean and adds some finishing touches for tablets and smart displays [APK Teardown] Android Police

An update to the Duo app is making its way out, but this appears to be a small-ish *service* update, at least for now. There's no specific sign that this... by Cody ...

EU fines Google record €4.3bn over Android app dominance - Netimperative
19 Jul 2018

EU fines Google record €4.3bn over Android app dominance Netimperative

Google has been fined €4.34bn (£3.8bn) by the EU for abusing its control of the Android operating system by forcing vendors to pre-install its apps. The fine is ...

Google Duo v36 Ends Jelly Bean Support, Teardown Tips Tablet Support in the Offing - NDTV
26 Jun 2018

Google Duo v36 Ends Jelly Bean Support, Teardown Tips Tablet Support in the Offing NDTV

Google has updated its video calling app Duo for Android users, and the update is rolling out in Google Play. This update also sees the support for Jelly Bean ...

Fortnite news: Android release date, Week 6 Challenges, Bouncer 4.3 update - Express
06 Jun 2018

Fortnite news: Android release date, Week 6 Challenges, Bouncer 4.3 update Express

Big Fortnite news over recent weeks has been dominated by new *content* being released by Epic Games, as well as the latest details concerning the Android ...

Google hit with record €4.3bn EU fine over Android's dominance - Wired.co.uk
18 Jul 2018

Google hit with record €4.3bn EU fine over Android's dominance Wired.co.uk

Google has been handed a colossal €4.34 billion (£3.8bn) fine by the European Commission for placing restrictions on how its Android operating system can be ...

Google’s Android fine is not enough to change its behaviour - The Economist
19 Jul 2018

Google’s Android fine is not enough to change its behaviour The Economist

HOW high can they go? On July 18th the European Commission hit Google with a record fine of €4.3bn ($5bn) for entrenching its dominance in internet search ...

Google Photos 4.3 adds Live Albums, preps more Suggested Actions [APK Insight] - 9to5Google
11 Oct 2018

Google Photos 4.3 adds Live Albums, preps more Suggested Actions [APK Insight] 9to5Google

After spotting in an APK Insight last month, Google at 10/9 announced a new Live Albums features for Google Photos. Meanwhile, Google Photos 4.3 also...

PUBG Mobile Lite: Same game, just for budget devices - Android Authority
09 Aug 2018

PUBG Mobile Lite: Same game, just for budget devices Android Authority

PUBG Mobile Lite looks and plays just like the regular version of PUBG Mobile. It's just designed to run better on older or budget devices.

Android Q to warn users running apps targeting Android Lollipop or older - XDA-Developers
03 Sep 2018

Android Q to warn users running apps targeting Android Lollipop or older XDA-Developers

Android Q may warn users that try to run apps that target Android Lollipop or earlier. Android Pie warns on apps targeting Android Jelly Bean or earlier.

Google reveals Android P is named Pie, begins rollout to Pixel phones - VentureBeat
06 Aug 2018

Google reveals Android P is named Pie, begins rollout to Pixel phones VentureBeat

Google today revealed Android P stands for Android Pie, succeeding Android Oreo, and pushed the latest source code to the Android Open Source Project ...

Android version distribution updated for August with no sign of Android Pie - XDA-Developers
31 Aug 2018

Android version distribution updated for August with no sign of Android Pie XDA-Developers

It's that time of the month when Google updates the Android version distribution chart. It was last updated at the end of July when we found out that 12.1% of ...

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Review - TrustedReviews
23 Jul 2014

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Review TrustedReviews

Announced alongside the new Nexus 7 and the Chromecast TV dongle, Android 4.3 Jelly Bean is Google's latest mobile operating system update. It adds new ...

Top 5 Features in Android 4.3 Jelly Bean - ZDNet
25 Jul 2013

Top 5 Features in Android 4.3 Jelly Bean ZDNet

This latest version of Android Jelly Bean has many good, new features for both developers and users.

How to Update Android - Tech Advisor
15 Nov 2018

How to Update Android Tech Advisor

Keeping your Android phone or tablet up to date is critical for ensuring the latest security patches are installed and you have access to the best new features, but ...

Android 8.0 Oreo now on 10% of devices as Play Store’s new requirements approach - XDA-Developers
23 Jul 2018

Android 8.0 Oreo now on 10% of devices as Play Store’s new requirements approach XDA-Developers

Google has updated the Android platform distribution numbers for July 2018. Android 8.0 Oreo now has 10.1% distribution (Android 8.1 having 2.0%).

Asphalt 9: Legends for Android and iOS Now Available Worldwide - NDTV News
25 Jul 2018

Asphalt 9: Legends for Android and iOS Now Available Worldwide NDTV News

Asphalt 9: Legends for Android and iOS release date? It's available for download now. The latest entry in the racing series has been in soft-launch since ...

American Versions of Samsung Galaxy S4 Finally Get Android 4.3 Jelly Bean - Modern Readers
29 Oct 2013

American Versions of Samsung Galaxy S4 Finally Get Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Modern Readers

American editions of the Samsung Galaxy S4 are now getting updated to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, and in what can be considered a huge surprise considering ...

Android 2017 security report: Offline Google Play Protect, 30% more patched devices, Project Treble in 8.0 Oreo - 9to5Google
15 Mar 2018

Android 2017 security report: Offline Google Play Protect, 30% more patched devices, Project Treble in 8.0 Oreo 9to5Google

Now on its fourth edition, Google today published the 2017 Year in Review of Android Security. The in-depth report highlights last year's launch of Play Protect, ...

How to Find Out Which Version of Android You Have - How-To Geek
22 May 2018

How to Find Out Which Version of Android You Have How-To Geek

Android phones and tablets aren't all kept up-to-date with the current version of Android. It's often helpful to know which version of Android a specific phone or ...

The Rise And Fall Of The Android Tablet - Digital Trends
01 Nov 2018

The Rise And Fall Of The Android Tablet Digital Trends

In 2018, Android tablets are effectively dead. Google itself shows little interest in stoking app optimization for the form factor. But how did we get here? And is ...

How Android will change if the EU Commission's $5 billion antitrust ruling against Google stands - INSIDER
18 Jul 2018

How Android will change if the EU Commission's $5 billion antitrust ruling against Google stands INSIDER

We could see a flurry of new operating systems that run Android apps, and a change to the apps that come pre-installed on new Android phones.

The Story Behind Google's Secret Offer to Settle EU’s Android Probe - Bloomberg
22 Jul 2018

The Story Behind Google's Secret Offer to Settle EU’s Android Probe Bloomberg

European Union Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager coolly hit Google with a 4.3 billion-euro ($5 billion) fine last week, the biggest penalty in the ...

The next version of Android will allow manual Google Drive backups - 9to5Google
17 Aug 2018

The next version of Android will allow manual Google Drive backups 9to5Google

Android has almost always offered a way to backup your device, to keep your data safe in case anything should happen to it. Today, those backups are saved ...

Fortnite Mobile on Android devices may initially launch on Samsung Galaxy Apps - XDA-Developers
05 Aug 2018

Fortnite Mobile on Android devices may initially launch on Samsung Galaxy Apps XDA-Developers

Fortnite Mobile on Android won't be available on the Google Play Store, but it'll launch as a Samsung Galaxy exclusive. Will it be on Samsung Galaxy Apps?

Final Fantasy XIV Update 4.3 and iOS/Android Companion App Revealed; Tons of Content Coming in May - DualShockers
14 Apr 2018

Final Fantasy XIV Update 4.3 and iOS/Android Companion App Revealed; Tons of Content Coming in May DualShockers

Square Enix revealed the *content* of Final Fantasy XIV update 4.3 "Under the Moonlight" and showcased the upcoming companion app for iOS and Android.

Google Photos v3.14 may have dropped support for Jelly Bean, prepares to launch Favorites, teases Austin's Mysteryer feature [APK Teardown] - Android Police
13 Feb 2018

Google Photos v3.14 may have dropped support for Jelly Bean, prepares to launch Favorites, teases Austin's Mysteryer feature [APK Teardown] Android Police

Version 3.14 of Google Photos just started rolling out a little earlier today. This one doesn't appear to have any new features or major changes, but it... by Cody ...

Android version stats for April 2018 show Oreo sitting at less than 5% after another modest gain - Android Police
16 Apr 2018

Android version stats for April 2018 show Oreo sitting at less than 5% after another modest gain Android Police

Things must be busy at the Googleplex right now. That's the only reason I can think that Google couldn't get someone to dump the latest platform distribution ...

Send & Receive Texts from Any Computer with Android Messages - WonderHowTo
18 Jun 2018

Send & Receive Texts from Any Computer with Android Messages WonderHowTo

It's no secret that Android has a messaging problem. iPhone users can turn to iMessage as a one-stop shop for all their messaging needs — features like read ...

Review: Android 4.3’s multitude of minor changes future-proofs the platform - Ars Technica
09 Aug 2013

Review: Android 4.3’s multitude of minor changes future-proofs the platform Ars Technica

It's hard to believe, but we're already on our third Jelly Bean update. Following the (necessary) upheaval ushered in by Android 4.0 (codenamed Ice Cream ...

Android 4.3 said to be on tap for Samsung Galaxy S4, S3, Note 2 - CNET
30 Sep 2013

Android 4.3 said to be on tap for Samsung Galaxy S4, S3, Note 2 CNET

French carrier SFR plans to kick off the OS updates in October, according to a timetable obtained by Android Community.

Why Jelly Bean was the best Android release ever - AndroidPIT US
21 Aug 2015

Why Jelly Bean was the best Android release ever AndroidPIT US

These days it's all Android Marshmallow and Lollipop, but I still think the best Android release of all was Android Jelly Bean. Here's a few reasons why.

Yale Security Fail: 'Unexpected load' caused systems to crash, whacked our Smart Living Home app - The Register
19 Oct 2018

Yale Security Fail: 'Unexpected load' caused systems to crash, whacked our Smart Living Home app The Register

An unspecified and “unexpected load” on its infrastructure broke the Smart Living Home app for a day, an apologetic Yale Security UK confirmed to customers ...

How does the Android Rowhammer exploit affect users? - TechTarget
10 Sep 2018

How does the Android Rowhammer exploit affect users? TechTarget

Researchers developed a new proof of concept for an Android Rowhammer attack that can be launched remotely. How effective is this proof of concept and what ...

Android 4.3 leaks for Samsung Galaxy S4: A big deal, but not a big update - ExtremeTech
28 Jun 2013

Android 4.3 leaks for Samsung Galaxy S4: A big deal, but not a big update ExtremeTech

A full ROM of the unannounced Android 4.3 update has leaked, but it's for the Samsung Galaxy S4. Features are ...

Apple Music for Android Gets an Update With New Experiences for Music Videos - NDTV News
07 Mar 2018

Apple Music for Android Gets an Update With New Experiences for Music Videos NDTV News

Apple Music for Android has been updated to version 2.4.0 with new experiences for music videos.

Android 4.3 detailed in new leak, but updates are minimal - The Verge
18 Jul 2013

Android 4.3 detailed in new leak, but updates are minimal The Verge

Google is set to reveal the next version of Android at a press event next week, but we have already received a pretty good look at what the update will bring ...

[Update: Soft launch?] A future version of Android will have a manual device backup option - Android Police
08 Oct 2018

[Update: Soft launch?] A future version of Android will have a manual device backup option Android Police

Google has offered some rudimentary backup functionality in Android since the 2.0 days, but it improved backup functionality in 6.0 Marshmallow. However,... by ...

Android 4.3 release, features and news: all you need to know - Know Your Mobile
09 Nov 2018

Android 4.3 release, features and news: all you need to know Know Your Mobile

Android 4.3 has arrived, but which devices is it available on and what are its key features?

Google Play offline peer-to-peer installs prevents malicious Android apps from spreading - VentureBeat
19 Oct 2018

Google Play offline peer-to-peer installs prevents malicious Android apps from spreading VentureBeat

Google's authentication *service* prevents malicious apps and updates installed from offline sources from infecting devices. It's now available in beta.

Microsoft’s Launcher app for Android gets more customisable in version 4.3 - MSPoweruser
09 Dec 2017

Microsoft’s Launcher app for Android gets more customisable in version 4.3 MSPoweruser

Microsoft's Android is getting more customisable in version 4.3, which is rolling out via the Play Store now. The firm initially released this build of the app to beta ...

T-Mobile's LG Aristo 2 PLUS is launching on June 15th with Android 7.1 Nougat - Android Police
11 Jun 2018

T-Mobile's LG Aristo 2 PLUS is launching on June 15th with Android 7.1 Nougat Android Police

Android Oreo is nearly a year old now, and we're on our third Android P developer preview. So why exactly is LG launching the Aristo 2 PLUS on T-Mobile... by ...

Samsung Android Pie Update: Messages App Gets a Quick Redesign on Galaxy Devices - WonderHowTo
07 Nov 2018

Samsung Android Pie Update: Messages App Gets a Quick Redesign on Galaxy Devices WonderHowTo

Samsung's version of Android Pie is set to be released quite soon, though we've known what to expect thanks to leaked beta versions of the software for the ...

10 of the weirdest Android phones of all time - Android Police
05 Aug 2018

10 of the weirdest Android phones of all time Android Police

The 10th anniversary of the first commercially-available Android device, the T-Mobile G1, is fast approaching. In that past decade, we've seen some pretty crazy ...

Android 4.3's restricted profiles: Easy to use, but here's the catch - CNET
29 Jul 2013

Android 4.3's restricted profiles: Easy to use, but here's the catch CNET

Parental controls for Android are finally here. The new feature is easy to set up, but don't expect to make use of it often (at least not yet).

PUBG Mobile for Android gets Arcade Mode with the 0.4.0 update - Notebookcheck.net
19 Apr 2018

PUBG Mobile for Android gets Arcade Mode with the 0.4.0 update Notebookcheck.net

The very popular Battle Royale game, PUBG Mobile, has just received an update that brings its version number up to 0.4.0. In addition to the Dusk setting and ...

Skylanders: Ring of Heroes open beta available via Google Play until June 25 - Android Authority
14 Jun 2018

Skylanders: Ring of Heroes open beta available via Google Play until June 25 Android Authority

This mobile game, based on Activision's Skylanders franchise, will officially launch later this year for Android and iOS.

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean arrives on Samsung Galaxy S4 - TechRadar UK
04 Nov 2013

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean arrives on Samsung Galaxy S4 TechRadar UK

Samsung Galaxy S4 owners rejoice - the Android 4.3 update is rolling out to handsets as we speak.

Android Oreo Go edition review: Same same, but different - Android Police
21 Jul 2018

Android Oreo Go edition review: Same same, but different Android Police

After being announced last December, it took a bit of time for the first Android Oreo (Go edition) devices to start hitting the market. Over the past... by Rita El ...

Amazon’s new Android web browser looks drab, probably is drab - Android Authority
18 Apr 2018

Amazon’s new Android web browser looks drab, probably is drab Android Authority

Amazon has launched a new Android web browser app called Internet: fast, lite, and private. The app is only available in India currently.

Huawei's latest update for the P20 Pro disables the camera's Master AI feature by default - Android Police
29 Sep 2018

Huawei's latest update for the P20 Pro disables the camera's Master AI feature by default Android Police

Huawei is proud of the fact that the P20 Pro sits atop the DxOMark Mobile rankings. The company attributes that feat in large part to its Master AI... by Jason ...

Global Samsung Galaxy S4 gets official Android 4.3 update - CNET
17 Oct 2013

Global Samsung Galaxy S4 gets official Android 4.3 update CNET

As expected, the Samsung Galaxy S4 has begun receiving its Android 4.3 Jelly Bean updates. Not all versions of the handset, mind you, just the international ...

Android 4.3 permission manager; what it is and how it works [HOWTO] - Android Authority
26 Jul 2013

Android 4.3 permission manager; what it is and how it works [HOWTO] Android Authority

Android 4.3 is now out and it brings a lot of fun features. A feature that's been hidden is the Permission Manager. We'll tell what it is and how it works.

Galaxy S3 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update causes performance and battery issues, may be put on hold - Android Authority
13 Nov 2013

Galaxy S3 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update causes performance and battery issues, may be put on hold Android Authority

As Samsung released its Galaxy S3 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update for international handset owners, users that installed the software noticed several issues with ...

May 2018 Android platform distribution shows Oreo at 5.7% - Android Police
08 May 2018

May 2018 Android platform distribution shows Oreo at 5.7% Android Police

The big news today is all from Google I/O today, but that's not all we have to talk about. The developer dashboard has also gotten an update with new platform ...

How to Extract & Back Up All of Your Text Messages on Android - WonderHowTo
28 Jun 2018

How to Extract & Back Up All of Your Text Messages on Android WonderHowTo

It always helps to be prepared for the worst. This applies to our phones now more than ever, as we depend on them to be our record keepers for text messages ...

The $350 Nokia 7.1 is a beast on a budget, and it's coming to America - Android Police
04 Oct 2018

The $350 Nokia 7.1 is a beast on a budget, and it's coming to America Android Police

Four-and-a-half years ago, a $300 smartphone rocked American tech news with its tier one specifications and shockingly low price tag: the OnePlus One.

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean root already available - Android Authority
04 Jul 2013

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean root already available Android Authority

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean can already be rooted, at least the leaked firmware version that's already available, as Google is yet to announce and release the official ...

Google slips TRIM support into Android 4.3 to end I/O lag - ExtremeTech
31 Jul 2013

Google slips TRIM support into Android 4.3 to end I/O lag ExtremeTech

Some Android devices seem to get sluggish over time, but the addition of TRIM support could put an end to ...

PUBG Goes Mobile on Android and iOS - MakeUseOf
20 Mar 2018

PUBG Goes Mobile on Android and iOS MakeUseOf

You can now play PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG) on your smartphone, with a version of the popular battle royale game now available on Android and ...

Google Nexus 7 Tablet Re-tested - Android 4.3 vs. Android 4.4 - TweakTown
29 Jan 2014

Google Nexus 7 Tablet Re-tested - Android 4.3 vs. Android 4.4 TweakTown

We re-test our Nexus 7 tablet with Android 4.4 KitKat to see if it fares any better in performance when compared to Android 4.3. Let's see.

What role does Linux play in securing Android devices? - Packt Hub
07 Oct 2018

What role does Linux play in securing Android devices? Packt Hub

In this article, we will talk about the Android Model particularly the Linux Kernel layer, over which Android is built. We will also talk about Android's security ...

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini Android 4.3 update rolled out - TrustedReviews
25 Nov 2013

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini Android 4.3 update rolled out TrustedReviews

Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini owners have added and new Android flavour, with an Android 4.3 Jelly Bean update being rolled out.

A brief history of Android tablets: From galaxies to gravestones - Android Police
06 May 2018

A brief history of Android tablets: From galaxies to gravestones Android Police

The year was 2010, and Apple made good on the rumor mill's predictions when it unveiled the iPad. This device was, essentially, a bigger iPhone... by Ryan ...

Google throws nearly a billion Android users under the bus, refuses to patch OS vulnerability - ExtremeTech
12 Jan 2015

Google throws nearly a billion Android users under the bus, refuses to patch OS vulnerability ExtremeTech

Google is refusing to patch a known security flaw in all versions of Android prior to KitKat, despite the fact ...

How to prevent your Android apps from accessing your location - AndroidGuys
07 Feb 2018

How to prevent your Android apps from accessing your location AndroidGuys

These days a staggering amount of apps require access to your location when common sense dictates they don't really need it.

How to set your default texting app on Android - Android Central
14 Feb 2018

How to set your default texting app on Android Android Central

Back in 2014, Google made it possible to change your default SMS app, and forced every phone maker to follow the same rules. There were a number of ...

Android 4.3 on the Nexus 4: A second look at the next version of Android - Android Central
18 Jul 2013

Android 4.3 on the Nexus 4: A second look at the next version of Android Android Central

A week out from the likely announcement of Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, we've just come across a second leak of the next version of Google's mobile OS. Android 4.3 ...

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean now available on Asus Fonepad 7 - GSMArena.com news - GSMArena.com
08 Jan 2014

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean now available on Asus Fonepad 7 - GSMArena.com news GSMArena.com

Asus has announced the 7-inch Fonepad 7 hybrid on IFA back at September last year. It quickly gained some popularity due to its very attractive price tag...

How to Enable Samsung's New Dark Theme on Your Galaxy in Android Pie - WonderHowTo
07 Nov 2018

How to Enable Samsung's New Dark Theme on Your Galaxy in Android Pie WonderHowTo

Though not yet official, you can now experience firsthand what Android Pie has to offer your Galaxy S9. Perhaps one of the best features is something we've all ...

Samsung unwraps the Galaxy Note 3 with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean - Inquirer
04 Sep 2013

Samsung unwraps the Galaxy Note 3 with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Inquirer

KOREAN PHONE MAKER Samsung surprised no one today when it unveiled its Galaxy Note 3 large format smartphone or "phablet" at the IFA tradeshow in ...

Awesome Privacy Tools in Android 4.3+ - EFF
11 Dec 2013

Awesome Privacy Tools in Android 4.3+ EFF

Update 2013-12-13: it turns out this feature was removed in the recent Android 4.4.2 release :(. You can still get it if you install cyanogenmod or if you have a ...

How to go back to an older version of an app on Android - Android Police
03 Jun 2018

How to go back to an older version of an app on Android Android Police

Every once in a while it's possible to run into a problem with an app as a result of a change or update that can't be easily solved. Once the... by Ryne Hager in ...

Apple Music for Android Gets Rare Bi-Monthly Update to Fix Unexpected Crashes - NDTV News
16 Mar 2018

Apple Music for Android Gets Rare Bi-Monthly Update to Fix Unexpected Crashes NDTV News

Apple Music for Android on Wednesday has been issued a software update for the second time in the same month, a rare feat for the Cupertino giant. The latest ...

Google Go App: How Is It Different From the 'Main' Google App? - NDTV
07 Dec 2017

Google Go App: How Is It Different From the 'Main' Google App? NDTV

Google's streamlined search app for entry level phones is out now. Here are first impressions to highlight all the key features of the Google Go app, and compare ...

How to reduce RAM usage in Android, and why you probably shouldn’t - Android Authority
30 May 2018

How to reduce RAM usage in Android, and why you probably shouldn’t Android Authority

Those trying to reduce RAM usage in Android are probably having a hard time figuring out just how to do it. This is because there is no real tutorial on how to ...

Jelly Bean 4.3 goes public - IT World Canada Blogs
29 Jul 2013

Jelly Bean 4.3 goes public IT World Canada Blogs

The new Android OS, Jelly Bean 4.3, finally started rolling out to select Android devices over the past week, after weeks of expectation, and while it's.

EU hits Google with record €4.34 billion fine - Euronews English
18 Jul 2018

EU hits Google with record €4.34 billion fine Euronews English

The decision expected later today comes over the company's Android system.

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