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Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update device roundup. What devices will get Android 4.1 Jelly Bean?

Almost a month has passed after the formal introduction of Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. The new operating system’s source code has itself been released a couple of weeks back, so it’s only natural for users to expect official Jelly Bean updates to be flowing, right? However, as recent history has sadly shown us, the road from an OS update becoming open source to it actually hitting the most popular devices around is a very bumpy one.

AT&T Galaxy S4 release date set for April 27, pre-orders arriving as soon as April 25

In a short Twitter message AT&T has confirmed that the in-store release date for the Galaxy S4 is set for Saturday, April 27: Starting 4/27, #Samsung Galaxy S4 16GB available in our stores. http://soc.att.com/XRVqUv #GalaxyS4 pic.twitter.com/3uzvDVOqvy The carrier already has the handset available for pre-order – the 16GB Galaxy S4 version sells for $199.99 with new two-year contracts – but AT&T has failed to specify in its Galaxy S4 pre-order announcement when the device will hit its brick-and-mortar stores.

Google Pixel 4 cereal box is a pre-order perk in UK

The box has the normal retail box of the Pixel 4 inside. Next to that is a small bag of cereal complete with marshmallows emblazoned with the Google logo. There is also a card that thanks the user for pre-ordering early and reminds them that they can get a free HP Chromebook 14, which is a UK exclusive. On the outside of the Google Pixel 4 cereal box, there are images of a very fake-looking cereal that is shaped like small cubes (Pixels, we suppose).

Rebirth of Fortune 2 - Indie app of the day

What is Rebirth of Fortune 2? Rebirth of Fortune 2 is a tactical RPG similar to Final Fantasy Tactics or Vanguard Bandits. It’s has a lot of RPG characteristics but the mechanics play more like a game of chess. It’s currently $2.77 in the Google Play Store with in app purchases. Much like any other strategy RPG, you play as a group of characters who take to the battle field against a group of bad guys.

Angry Birds 2 introduces "clans" in big birthday update

The Angry Birds franchise is massive. Rovio’s smash hit has already given birth to an ungodly amount of spin-offs across a number of media formats, including a full-feature film, with a second one on the way. However, the most popular entry in the Angry Birds universe currently is its flagship game, Angry Birds 2, which is now celebrating its second birthday. In order to mark the occasion, Rovio has introduced a new feature to Angry Birds 2 — player clans.

Common Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus problems and how to fix them

This roundup of Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus problems will be updated regularly. Check back often if you’re running into issues you can’t solve. The Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus are beautiful looking smartphones with near bezel-less designs, gorgeous Infinite Displays up front, and the solid metal and glass unibody construction that we’ve grown to love over the years. The Galaxy S8 is a quite a departure from the norm for the company with previous signature elements like the tactile home button and the Samsung logo up front no longer to be seen.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE vs Google Pixel 6: Which should you buy?

Eric Zeman / Android Authority Samsung finally took the wraps off of the Fan Edition of its 2021 flagships at CES 2022. The Galaxy S21 FE continues what the series is known for — bringing the best high-end features to a more affordable price. Unlike when its predecessor was released, the Galaxy S21 FE faces stiff competition in this new price segment, spearheaded by the impressive Google Pixel 6. So how do the two compare?

Take 50 percent off any Google Play movie until November 28

If you are a movie fan, you know that Black Friday weekend means that you can save big on DVDs and Blu-Ray discs. However, you can also save a lot of cash by going the digital route as well. Not only does the Google Play Store have a bunch of discounted movies this weekend, but from now until November 28, you can use a special code to get 50 percent off any movie in the Play Store.

GPU vs CPU: What's the difference?

Modern smartphone SoCs are filled with lots of different processing components, but the two most commonly used are the Central Processing Unit (CPU) and Graphics Processing Unit (CPU). While acronyms may be similar and both crunch through plenty of data, there are major differences between GPU vs CPU technologies leaving little room for overlap. Individual CPU and GPU cores are built from a selection of sub-blocks, each of which handles certain tasks the processor will need to do.

Moto Z and Moto Z Force (DROID) review

Motorola Moto ZWhile it’s take on ‘the future’ needs to further prove itself, the potential of the new Moto Z line could take already pretty great smartphones to a whole new level. Table of contents Moto is back with another iteration of their flagship line, moving from X, jumping Y, and going straight to Z. With a couple of tricks up its sleeve and parent company Lenovo plainly strewn on its box, is this the next innovation in smartphones?