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KitKat looks like Jelly Bean, but under the hood it’s a whole lot better

Android 4.4 KitKat looks like Jelly Bean: What are the advantages of KitKat vs. Jelly Bean?

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What is TRIM support in Android 4.3 and why should you care?

The original Nexus 7 got slower with use. The problem was identified, Google pushed an update that enables Android TRIM support, & fixed the issue.

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BlackBerry 10.2 to support Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean apps

As much as BlackBerry can boast to you that their new operating…

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Samsung Galaxy S 4 Review

The Galaxy S 4 is the most anticipated Android smartphone of the year. But does its conservative design disappoint? Read our full review to find out.

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Samsung Announces HomeSync Android Media Player

Learn about the new Android device from Samsung that could soon be finding a home in your living room.

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Franco Kernel Reduces Lag and Increases Battery Life (Video)

Watch as we look at Franco Kernel running on the Nexus 7, dig into some of its settings, and talk about the lag reduction and improved battery life that you'll get by installing this simple app.

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CyanogenMod 10.1 Running On the HTC G2 (Video)

Watch as we demo an unofficial build of CyanogenMod 10.1 Jelly Bean 4.2.1 running on a very, very old phone: the T-Mobile G2, also known as the HTC Vision.

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Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean Leaked for Samsung Galaxy S II

A Beta Android 4.1.2 ROM has been leaked for the Samsung Galaxy S II and it reassures us that the manufacturer is still taking the refresh seriously. Check it out!

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How-To Flash and Hands-On With Android 4.2 (Video)

Watch how to flash Android 4.2 on your Galaxy Nexus (GSM) or Nexus 7, and see some of the new features in action.

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Another Look At Google Android 4.2 Photo Sphere, APK Unofficially Available

In this video you can take another look at Photo Sphere and its features inside Android 4.2.

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There’s a Jelly Bean Leak For the Verizon Motorola Droid RAZR M

If you feel adventurous and don't care about the warnings you can try a leaked Jelly Bean ROM for the Verizon Motorola Droid RAZR M.

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Samsung Galaxy Note II Review

Samsung's new Galaxy Note II is the sequel to its surprisingly successful Galaxy Note phone/tablet hybrid. Read our in-depth review to see how well this Android phablet fills its predecessor's shoes!

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Motorola Unveils Droid RAZR HD, Droid RAZR Maxx HD, and Droid RAZR M

Get the scoop on the three new RAZRs coming to Verizon before the end of the year.

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Nexus 7 Was Supposed To Have a Main Camera

The Nexus 7, when designed, was thought out with a camera in mind (or Asus is re-using or planning on re-using the main board).

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How to Remove the Persistent Search Bar from Ice Cream Sandwich and Jelly Bean

If you don't like looking at that Google search bar that's always sitting across the top of your screen and you're using Ice Cream Sandwich or Jelly Bean, there are various ways of going about removing it. Let's dive right in!

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Some Nexus 7 Tablets Reportedly Plagued By Backlight Bleeding Issues

We are now seeing more reports of problems early adopters are experiencing with the hottest Android tablet of the moment; this time it's all about the backlight.

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The Pros And Cons of a 7-Inch Tablet

Things are about to change for me, and I also suspect for many of you too. I rushed to pre-order my Google Nexus 7 as soon as they announced it in the Google I/O keynote, and I'll admit I can't wait. This is the first time that I find an Android…

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Why Project Butter in Jelly Bean Makes Android Faster

At this year's Google I/O conference we were shown what promises to address one of the biggest complaints of Android users: lag. Google's Project Butter addresses speed to make the user experience "buttery smooth" in three distinct areas. Project…

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