I want to prepare development setup with hardware related to that I have some questions :-
Can I do changes in android framework or by downloading and compiling source code Is possible on flash nexus 4:-
Google is selling nexus 4 phone as Unlocked and contract free in US only.
1) November, 2011
Google's Galaxy Nexus is released with Android OS 4.0, featuring the new Face Unlock functionality.
2) July, 2012
Half-implemented solution for multiple profiles is found in the Google code of Android 4.1 (with the feature disabled).
http://phandroid.com/2012/07/31/code...on-to-android/
3) September, 2012
Google won a patent on the face-to-unlock functionality,
It has been a good week for hackers who want to experiment with their Android powered devices. Earlier this week Samsung released source code for several devices, like the Galaxy S III Mini, the AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note II, and their Galaxy Tab devices.
Google Draws Criticism for Android Changes
Google draws criticism from developers who say its Android source code has strayed from the Linux system, making it harder to develop applications for popular smartphones.
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Google will be delivering Android 4.2 updates to owners of its Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy 7 devices over-the-air, and likely very soon, but if you’re just not able to wait, there’s a way to update manually right now using firmware downloads found on Google’s servers.
Which one is the best for community support (ROMs, mods, etc) and manufacturer support (accessories, drivers, etc)?
A pure Google Phone (Nexus S, Galaxy Nexus) or a phone that sold very well (Galaxy S II, Galaxy S III)?
Is it safe to buy a Galaxy Nexus/Galaxy SII now (solid hardware, going to survive at least two more years of updates) or is it better to wait for the next Nexus/buy the Galax
Google posted the 4.1.2 factory images for the “Yakju” Galaxy Nexus as well as the international versions of the Nexus S (i9020t and i9023). They also offered the Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0.4 factory image for the Nexus Q.
Google will be introducing its Nexus One smartphone device next Tuesday, it appears certain. Not that Google has said as much: All the the company has announced is that it will hold an "Android related" press conference on Jan. 5, a day identified in prior rumor accounts as the Google phone's launch date.
By default, Google Nexus One HD Video Recording capability was disabled for some reason. But currently there is an easy way to activate the 720p HD Video Recording to this Google gadget. This can be done by using a mod/special update to the operating system installed on Nexus One, Android 2.1 eclair.
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