Security researchers are up in arms this morning over Google’s decision to stop patching a core Android component on older devices. According…
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Early look at Android 4.3 on Galaxy S 4: Reading Mode and better color reproduction
Samsung hasn't released Android 4.3 for its flagship phone yet but that hasn't stopped some from getting a look at an early build. The software looks nearly ready for prime-time based on this video peek.…
Read MoreNew app adds Moto X Active Display notifications to other Android devices
That didn't take long: The Active Display notifications found on the Moto X can be added to your Android smartphone or tablet through a third-party app. You'll need Android 4.3 for now, though, and unless you have an AMOLED display, it won't save battery life.…
Read MoreGot a laggy old Nexus 7? Here’s why Android 4.3 will restore its performance.
Has your old Nexus 7 gotten slower over time? Before you toss it in a closet or upgrade to a new model, consider upgrading to Android 4.3 first. It includes a fix for non-optimized flash memory that slowed down your tablet.…
Read MoreAndroid this week: First look at the Nexus 7 and Android 4.3
After months of leaked images, specs and information, this week finally saw the new Nexus 7 and Android 4.3. So what are they like? Pretty impressive and worth the wait based on my first look.…
Read MoreThanks to Best Buy, you can order a new Nexus 7 tablet before breakfast
So much for surprises at breakfast with Sundar: Best Buy is already taking orders for the new Nexus 7 on its website, complete with full specifications. With the tablet, Google beats Apple in releasing a small slate with Retina-quality display.…
Read MoreNew Nexus 7 with HD screen expected at Best Buy on July 30
In advance of a planned Google even this Wednesday, leaks of an updated Nexus 7 continue to appear. This time its a Best Buy ad slated for next week, showing a $229 Nexus 7 with 1920 x 1200 display.…
Read MoreAndroid this week: Android 4.3 leaked; new Nexus 7 hinted; 10-inch Galaxy Tab 3 reviewed
In the week before a Google press event, Android 4.3 and new Nexus 7 data started leaking out on a daily basis. While waiting to see which leaks pan out, I took the 10.1-inch Galaxy Tab 3 for a spin and was left wanting more.…
Read MoreWhat to expect from Android 4.3: A little more sweetness for Jelly Bean
"Less is more" may be the mantra for Android 4.3. The software has leaked out for a few Google devices and most of the features appear to be back-end improvements. That's not necessarily a bad thing.…
Read MoreHow Google cleverly improved Android without releasing Android 4.3 at Google I/O
How do you deliver a new mobile operating system version without actually making it available for download? Give developers the tools to add new features through APIs and services: No muss, no fuss, and no additional device fragmentation.…
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