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Xiaomi Releases Kernel Source for Redmi 1S

Xiaomi Releases Kernel Source for Redmi 1S

January 1, 2015
In terms of sales, Xiaomi has become one of the leading OEMs in Android ecosystem. Despite its popularity--especially in Asia--Xiaomi isn't a commonly discussed topic on XDA. This is in fact due to the potential negative ramifications of indirectly supporting a company that routinely violates GPL licensing, and in effect violates XDA's rules. In the last...
Snapdragon 810 Powered LG G Flex 2 Launching at CES 2015

Snapdragon 810 Powered LG G Flex 2 Launching at CES 2015

January 1, 2015
The first generation LG G Flex was one of the most interesting devices of 2013. This phablet was one of only a select handful of curved-screened devices, and it featured an innovative “self-healing” rear shell that kept it looking fresh after extended use. LG has released it as one of its most premium handsets. They've also...
OnePlus Releases Early CyanogenMod-Free Lollipop For the One

OnePlus Releases Early CyanogenMod-Free Lollipop For the One

January 1, 2015
In the last few weeks, we've read quite a bit regarding the issues surrounding OnePlus, Micromax, and Cyanogen Inc. The drama between these three companies is full of unexpected twists, accusations and court trials. While we wait the conclusion of this soap-opera, OnePlus decided to start the new year in a very sweet way. We recently...
Android Security Overview and Safe Practices for Web-Based Android Applications w/ Dario Incalza – XDA:DevCon 2014

Android Security Overview and Safe Practices for Web-Based Android Applications w/ Dario Incalza – XDA:DevCon 2014

January 1, 2015
So far, we’ve talked about many things while presenting the videos from XDA:DevCon 2014. We’ve talked about robotics with Android, Robotics and Vision Oh My! w/ Shane Francis, open source with AOSP for Sony Devices: Past, Present and Future w/ Alin Jerpelea and supporting users with Shoot Troubles, Not Users w/ Alex Boag-Munroe. However, all of this knowledge needs...
Koala Phone Launcher – XDA App Review

Koala Phone Launcher – XDA App Review

January 1, 2015
If you're anything like the rest of the XDA community, you are an enthusiast who customizes your phone and uses all sorts of different features. However, that seems to mean to family members and less technical friends that you are their personal technical support network. You may want to know how to easily help them...