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Hands on: Android TV review: Google’s developer kit explored

With the announcement of Android TV in addition to its already accomplished Chromecast dongle, Google has brought two devices with very similar concepts to the market. We were able to try Android TV, so without further ado, here’s what we discovered, how both devices differ as well as their similarities.

by Loie Favre

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How to improve graphics in Android games with anti-aliasing

So, your Android game is running smoothly, but the edges of objects have those nasty little jagged edges. How can I make my Android games look even better? With this trick, you can make the graphics in Android games silky smooth.

by Scott Adam Gordon

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Sony Xperia Z3 Compact review: best in mini-class

Alongside the Xperia Z3, Sony released the miniature version of its 2014 flagship, the Xperia Z3 Compact. The Z3 Compact is unique amongst smaller Android smartphones because it packs basically the same internal specs as the full-sized flagship. But how can the Z3 Compact can be considered a flagship in its own right and where does it struggle? We’ll show you in our Xperia Z3 Compact review. Sony Xperia Z3 review Xperia Z3 and Z3 Compact tips

by Kris Carlon

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Huawei Ascend Mate 7 review: the best finger scanner on Android

Huawei has skipped a few naming conventions with the Ascend Mate 7, which is actually the successor to the Mate 2. But they haven’t skipped any detail or cut any corners: the Ascend Mate 7, as big as it is, is crammed with great features. In our Huawei Ascend Mate 7 review we’ll run you through everything you need to know about Huawei’s new monster-sized smartphone.

by Kris Carlon

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How to downgrade to older version of apps on Android

Updates to apps are usually a good thing, but there are times when this is not the case. The latest version of your favorite app might remove a feature you’ve grown attached to, or it could lead to a drop in performance. AppDowner helps to roll back a version if you decide the older version of an app was better – you just need to be rooted. Find out how to downgrade Android apps to an earlier version here. What is an APK file? What is NFC?

by Mark Wilson

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CyanogenMod 11 review: king of the custom ROMs

In terms of availability for different devices, both old and new, the quality of CyanogenMod is unmatched. We take a look at CyanogenMod 11 more in-depth and compare it to other popular ROMs such as SlimKat, AOKP, and other forked versions of AOSP.

by Eric Ferrari-Herrmann

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Hands On: HTC Desire 820 review: impressive mid-range fun

HTC has revealed its new mid-tier handset, the Desire 820, at IFA 2014. The manufacturer aims to reach a young audience, providing power in all the right places at a (hopefully) moderate price. Here is our first impression of the fun 64-bit phablet.

by Scott Adam Gordon

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SlimKat custom ROM review: the tiny ROM

For many, SlimRoms simplifies the Android experience while reducing a lot of the unnecessary overhead that might be found within. As such, it provides a good experience for most Android purists and those who are looking to bring an older device out of the dark ages and back into the golden light of Android.

by Eric Ferrari-Herrmann

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Best free themes for CyanogenMod (CM 11)

There are so many great themes available for CyanogenMod 11 and Paranoid Android that they could quickly send you broke. But there a bunch of great free themes for CM 11 that will totally refresh the look of your Android with the touch of a button. Here’s the best free themes for CyanogenMod 11 that I’ve been enjoying lately. Best custom ROMs for Android Custom ROMs: the guide

by Kris Carlon

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How to boot the Galaxy S3 into recovery mode

Recovery mode on any device is a special thing for Android tweakers, providing a variety of options the average user never sees. Using the recovery menu on the Galaxy S3 is like the difference between poking around under the hood of your car when you hear something funny and simply taking it to a mechanic. If you want to know how to reboot into recovery on the Galaxy S3, we’ll tell you right now.

by Kris Carlon

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