Over the weekend, I went Atlanta for a friend’s wedding. (Congrats Jared & Robynn!) On the last day of the trip, my trusty Galaxy Note II met with disaster, as it fell face flat onto the pavement when I tripped over a parking block. The aftermath of the disaster: While
Android 4.4 Now “KitKat” Instead of Key Lime Pie
Although it has only been a short time since Google released Android 4.3 and has yet to be released for most Android devices, Google today has released some minor details about Android 4.4, specifically in that it will be called “KitKat” instead of “Key Lime Pie.” Apparently, Nestle has given
AOKP Team Releases JB 4.2 Milestone 2
The AOKP Team released their JB 4.2 Milestone 2 build for several Android devices today. It’s been a while since the AOKP Team has released their JellyBean 4.2 Milestone 1 build, so there have been quite a few changes made since then. From their announcement post on the AOKP blog
Android 4.3 Camera App from Google Edition Galaxy S4 Leaked
Even though Google just released the Google Editions of the Galaxy S4 and the HTC One yesterday, Android developers have already broken down the firmware for both devices, as custom ROMs for the standard versions of both devices are beginning to appear. Along with custom ROMs, the new Android 4.3
Galaxy Note II Quick Impressions and Tidbits
It’s been a month since I switched to a Galaxy Note II from a Galaxy Nexus and I couldn’t be any happier. Compared to the Nexus, the Note II is a huge upgrade in nearly every way, and I’m not just talking about the Note II’s massive screen. PROS The
Apple WWDC 2013 Recap
For those that missed out on Apple’s WWDC 2013 Keynote in San Francisco yesterday, here are the major points: iOS7: The newest version of iOS introduces major graphic and UI changes. This was a change that was greatly needed, as the iOS UI was feeling increasingly stale and outdated, especially
Google I/O 2013 to Introduce 4.3 Jelly Bean, Not 5.0 Key Lime Pie
Several Android news sources are reporting that Google will be delaying Android 5.0 – Key Lime Pie and will be introducing Android 4.3 – Jelly Bean instead, further extending the legacy of the candy-namesake OS. Despite being titled Jelly Bean and listed as a minor update, it will still be
Google Rolls Out New Play Store UI, Starting Today
Google has begun rolling out the new version of the Play Store, 4.0.25, to Android phones and tablet devices that have access to the Google Play Store. The new Google Play Store features a completely new user interface, based on Google’s Holo UI (originally introduced with the launch of Ice
AOKP Releases JB-MR1 Build 6 ROM
The AOKP team has released a new JB-MR1 4.2.2 ROM for Android devices, Build 6! Here’s a list of what’s new in Build 6: New device (scroll down to see the fulL list!) vibrantmtd (Samsung Vibrant) New features Fully rEvamped NavBar and Lockscreen UI in ROMControl Themeable lockscreen Scrollable toggleS are
Titanium Backup System Data Restore Issues
A word of warning for those that flash custom ROMs often on their Android smartphones and use Titanium Backup to backup and restore app & system data after a clean data wipe: only restore applications and application data, DO NOT RESTORE SYSTEM DATA. If you restore system data (even when