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Ever since Google has started off putting Chrome into Androids, users have found it very convenient to swap to and from their mobile and desktop browsers. The ability to directly search from the address bar just like searching on the desktop is another reason why many users patronize the said browser; the idea proves that once again, Chrome has conquered the browsing field. Google has created a home-built browser for mobile web that provides easy browsing. And it’s not at all difficult to adjust the search engine by default, because Google has also made customization to the browser simple and time-saving to the user. Here are the steps to change your default search engine in Chrome 1. On the top-right corner of the app, tap on the Overflow menu button which will drop down a menu. The menu will then list various choices depending on the tabs being open or otherwise. 2. Select Settings button. It will lead you to the main settings menu. 3. Tap on the Search engine button, lo...

For those who have a rooted Samsung Galaxy S3 (SGH-I747) from AT&T and basically having issues updating to the official Android 4.3 Jelly Bean that has been rolled out and comes with firmware build number I747UCUEMJB via OTA and or Kies, then this method is just created for you. Below is the original stock OTA update MJB that can be flashed through stock recovery and by installing thhis stock firmware this will restore your Galaxy S3 I747 to official AT&T firmware and will also upgrade to 4.3. Warning: This will update your bootloader, so proceed at your own risk!!! The update will also wipe all your data! If your Galaxy S3 is currently runs on 4.1.2 I747UCDMG2 (no root or rooted) 1) Download the Stock OTA Update 4.3 I747UCUEMJB from here: I747UCUEMJB Download -  http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23212708291680243 2) Copy it to your external SD card. 3) Reboot recovery, then navigate down and choose "install update from SD card". Press and hold Volume Up,...

For those who been using the Cyanogenmod ROM on their device can now get an update to CM10.2 M1 nightly build. The CM10.2 is now based from Android 4.3 Jelly Bean AOSP (Android Open Source Project). It CyanogenMod 10.2 (Android 4.3) has been rolled-out for around 70 supported devices, including the Samsung Galaxy S2, Galaxy S3, Galaxy S4, Galaxy Note, Galaxy Note 2, HTC One, HTC One X, Sony, LG and other Android devices. The CyanogenMod team says that are still into working with the CM10.2 code branch as the folks are now working in parallel with Android 4.4 KitKat but they never haven't mentioned anything yet of what among of those devices can get the 4.4 build release. As we mentioned, we will continue to work on the 10.2 code branch, in parallel to all of our Android 4.4 efforts. For those that will inevitably ask, we have not made any decisions with respect to what devices will make the leap to the KitKat code base and likely won’t have that information for a few weeks. In th...

There is a quite new features of the latest Android 4.2 Jelly Bean update that has been included, one of these is called the 'Move Apps to SD' apps. These has been seen on Samsung Galaxy S4 , Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 , Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 and all other devices that particularly running on 4.2 Jelly Bean OS. Moving apps to SD card is beneficial on some part, for it allows users freeing the on-board memory storage to a more larger extra space as possible. But keep in mind running an apps stored on external SD card is not that much really convincing to work well, some owners who used a class 10 micro SD card says its good enough to handle apps. The device speed performance will also improved if there are not too much heavy-load off apps stored in the internal memory.

Sony's flagship device for early 2013 the Xperia Z now gets root access for users. The rooting process has been tested for the devices with specific model number Xperia Z C6602 and C6603 that runs with Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean build versions - 10.1.A.1.350, the Japanese version   SO-02E DoCoMo 10.1.D .0.317, 10.1.D.0.322 . The root methods works for both Xperia Z handsets with locked and unlocked bootloader. The Xperia Z root process will requires some extra-precautions before you can actually apply root, specially when you're new about this, you should think first before proceeeding. Rooting voids the device warranty from your dealer, you will loose Bravia, DRM keys, BE2, if you have a SIM free XPeria Z like the ones released in Europe regions that needs a bootloader unlocking. There are also some certain things that may result to undesired outcomes such as the NFC (Near Field Communication) may fails to work. So, you should read and learn carefull...

Those who wants to root or even lost root after the latest Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean T889UVBMB4 on T-Mobile's Galaxy Note 2, you can now still root using the MrRobinson's root method that no longer trip the binary flash counter and or using Chainfire's CF-AUTO Root. So, just choose between the two rooting options which you are already familiar with or you have it tried already and proven works perfectly before. This rooting process is a little bit tricky for beginners but it's definitely worth a try for those who wants to get root access on their devices. Rooting is only needed if you actually wants to install an apps from Play Store that requires root before you can put it unto your device. Warning: You should always remember that rooting voids the warranty of your device. If you don't know exactly what this is all about then leave your device untouched. Disclaimer:  Use of the files is solely at your own risks. The Developers of this root files and includin...

Here's the Samsung Galaxy S4 that somewhat going to be added as a model number or specific code for each countries or regions. PDAdb.net has already posted some model number specifications of the Samsung Galaxy S4 and has a codename of "Samsung Altius", but maybe some of you might wants to know of which goes for you and which goes for others, you can read it and directly compare it right here . As I am little bit familiar with Android devices model numbers, I could use the Samsung Galaxy S3's model numbers pattern here. So, let's tackle each of the Samsung Galaxy S4 model number specifications. These are only some of my initial overview and not yet final until the Samsung Galaxy S4 will finally available this coming April. International Samsung Galaxy S4 / Galaxy S IV variants This is the Samsung Galaxy S4 to be released on these regions - Australia, Europe, New Zealand, Latin America, Africa, Middle East and Asia Samsung GT-i9500 Galaxy S4 / Galaxy S I...