LG G Flex self-healing power demoed in promo video

In addition to having a flexible display and a somewhat flexible chassis, the LG G Flex also has one feature many smartphone users would love to have on their devices: a back case with self-healing powers. The company has posted the video above on its Korean YouTube channel, in which it shows the phone’s self-healing power in action. As you...

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Nexus 5 16GB black out of stock, all other models still available for order

Compared to the fiasco that was the Nexus 4 launch, the Nexus 5’s debut has been considerably smoother. While we have seen small stock shortages and a continued push back on shipping dates, most Nexus 5 buyers have found that the Play Store ordering process was pretty painless. As strong demand continues to exist for the Nexus 5,...

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Android bug that affects 99% of devices detailed

With the help of a number of software researchers, the details of the Android exploit Bluebox reported earlier this week have been uncovered. The specifics of the widespread Android bug we previously reported on have, since security firm Bluebox revealed its existence to the developer community earlier this week, remained mired in...

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Developer releases flashable camera app for Nexus 5, aims to improve device’s photo-taking abilities

With a low-price tag, a powerful Snapdragon 800 CPU, and a Full HD 4.96-inch display — there’s a lot to love about the Nexus 5. Of course, there are also going to be a few sacrifices when buying a handset that’s about half the price of a typical flagship. According to most early reports, the Nexus 5 suffers from some of the same issues as...

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CyanogenMod 10.2 vs Paranoid Android vs AOKP: features shown in handy infographics

An Android fan took to reddit and imgur to post three handy infographics detailing the most important features of three prominent custom Android ROMs, including CyanogenMod, Paranoid Android and AOKP. Whether you like a stock Android experience, a default user interface from an Android device manufacturer or a custom ROM, you certainly...

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Two new Nexus 7 ads hit the web, they are great, as usual

When it comes to advertising, Google’s been doing a great job, better than most Android manufacturers we’d say. Relatable, sweet, feature-focused, and snappy, clips like the Camping TV ad for the original Nexus 7 or the Fear Less spot for the second generation have contributed to the growth of the Nexus range from a niche device...

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App permissions exposed with Clueful Privacy Advisor

App permissions are very important in the world of Android. They tell you what your applications are doing and what they need from you in order to function. For instance, an SMS app needs permission to access your SMS messages in order to function. An app by Bitdefender Antivirus called Clueful Privacy Advisor that’ll help you...

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Nexus 5 black vs white comparison: what’s your choice?

The Nexus 5 is here. It has great specs, runs pure Android, and comes in black or white. We already gave you our first impressions of the white version, and showed you how the white model holds up to impact in our Android lawn drop test. Now the all-black version is finally in our hands, just in time for a quick comparison with its immaculate...

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