AndroidTutor2018- I hope you’ve got a sweet tooth, because this weeks top 5 news posts are, as you probably expected, mostly Lollipop related. There were some other interesting news pieces, some fiery debate was sparked in our blog post regarding Google’s war on SD cards, and many users were pleased to hear of the potential for the Android L preview arriving on the Google Nexus 4, Nexus 7 (2012) and Nexus 10. Here’s what else happened this week.
Top five news of the week © AndroidPIT
Android 5.0 Lollipop ideas stolen from others
Earlier in the week Kris investigated the not-so-new features found in the developer preview of Android L and their origin. Some see it as cynical theft that damages third-party content creators, others think the open-source nature of Android means Google should be free to try and collate features to create the best possible version of their software. Kris seems to think Google L combines these various traits well - click the link to find out just what Android 5.0 makes use of.
Where did Google get their ideas for the Android L update features? © AndroidPIT
5 cool Android L features you can get right now
Sticking with the Lollipop theme, this week also contained a popular feature on the Android L developer preview. Some of the coolest aspects of Android 5.0 are possible to install and use on your device right now, requiring only a few simple apps and tweaks to your settings. Only one or two need root access, try some of them out for yourself and let us know what you think.
Android L may be far from finished, but you can grab some parts of it already. © Google, AndroidPIT
Which devices are getting Android L and when?
For users desperate to know when Android L (5.0, Lollipop, whatever you want to call it) will be arriving, and to which devices, we have a guide to the current update schedule. We’ll update it as we find out more (as we just did with the Nexus info we received) so check back often to see what’s going on.
Some devices may have a long wait for Google L © AndroidPIT
How to transform the LG G2 into an LG G3
Thanks to the wonders of rooting, Android smartphone owners can keep their devices fresh for years after release. The LG G3 Optimus UI houses some fantastic features which can be ported to a rooted LG G2 in just a few steps. Head over to our article to see how, and remember to backup all your important data before attempting the procedure!
Make use of more Optimus UI features with the LG G3 firmware. © AndroidPIT
How to install Google Play Services 5.0, and why you should
In Google’s I/O 2014 keynote speech, they announced that future security updates would be delivered via the Google Play Services app in the Google Play Store. Now, Google Play Services is responsible for much more than that, find out exactly what exactly what version V5.0.84 does and how you can install it in our guide.
The most important app on Android just got even more important. © AndroidPIT
How do you protect your data on Android?
Use a screen locking method (PIN, pattern...)
Have an antivirus program installed
Change my passwords regularly
Use an app locker
Only use official app stores (Google Play, Amazon...)
encrypt my data
Use a VPN
Don't root it
Read the permissions religiously
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Top five news of the week © AndroidPIT
Android 5.0 Lollipop ideas stolen from others
Earlier in the week Kris investigated the not-so-new features found in the developer preview of Android L and their origin. Some see it as cynical theft that damages third-party content creators, others think the open-source nature of Android means Google should be free to try and collate features to create the best possible version of their software. Kris seems to think Google L combines these various traits well - click the link to find out just what Android 5.0 makes use of.
Where did Google get their ideas for the Android L update features? © AndroidPIT
5 cool Android L features you can get right now
Sticking with the Lollipop theme, this week also contained a popular feature on the Android L developer preview. Some of the coolest aspects of Android 5.0 are possible to install and use on your device right now, requiring only a few simple apps and tweaks to your settings. Only one or two need root access, try some of them out for yourself and let us know what you think.
Android L may be far from finished, but you can grab some parts of it already. © Google, AndroidPIT
Which devices are getting Android L and when?
For users desperate to know when Android L (5.0, Lollipop, whatever you want to call it) will be arriving, and to which devices, we have a guide to the current update schedule. We’ll update it as we find out more (as we just did with the Nexus info we received) so check back often to see what’s going on.
Some devices may have a long wait for Google L © AndroidPIT
How to transform the LG G2 into an LG G3
Thanks to the wonders of rooting, Android smartphone owners can keep their devices fresh for years after release. The LG G3 Optimus UI houses some fantastic features which can be ported to a rooted LG G2 in just a few steps. Head over to our article to see how, and remember to backup all your important data before attempting the procedure!
Make use of more Optimus UI features with the LG G3 firmware. © AndroidPIT
How to install Google Play Services 5.0, and why you should
In Google’s I/O 2014 keynote speech, they announced that future security updates would be delivered via the Google Play Services app in the Google Play Store. Now, Google Play Services is responsible for much more than that, find out exactly what exactly what version V5.0.84 does and how you can install it in our guide.
The most important app on Android just got even more important. © AndroidPIT
How do you protect your data on Android?
Use a screen locking method (PIN, pattern...)
Have an antivirus program installed
Change my passwords regularly
Use an app locker
Only use official app stores (Google Play, Amazon...)
encrypt my data
Use a VPN
Don't root it
Read the permissions religiously
(Multiple selections allowed) View resultsVOTE!
4 Shares
Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter Share on Google+ 4 Shares
More from the web
New Law Allows You To Be Certified To Carry Concealed Online!National Concealed
This Site Has Savings to Cluck About - up to 70% OffWayfair
Reclusive Millionaire Warns: "Get Out Of Cash Now"Stansberry Research
California Program Cuts Mortgage Payments DrasticallyFetcharate Mortgage Quotes
by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links More from the web
New Law Allows You To Be Certified To Carry Concealed Online!National Concealed
This Site Has Savings to Cluck About - up to 70% OffWayfair
Reclusive Millionaire Warns: "Get Out Of Cash Now"Stansberry Research
California Program Cuts Mortgage Payments DrasticallyFetcharate Mortgage Quotes
by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links
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