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Google TV update will bring Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean

By Robert Nelson
on 15 May, 2013

Google TV wasn't mentioned during the keynote today, however there is some related news. Following the keynote, Google announced that Google TV would be getting an update. The update will be arriving sometime in the "coming months" and will bring Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean along with the latest version of Chrome. Aside from simply announcing a new update, Google also released some details about future updates including those from TV OEM partners.

Verizon Galaxy Nexus 4.2.2 factory images posted

By Robert Nelson
on 28 Mar, 2013

Verizon, after a rather long wait, began updating the Galaxy Nexus to Android 4.2.2 last week. And as one would expect as a follow-up to that, the official factory image has since been posted on the Google Developers page. Basically, this should be good news for those who like to jump from ROM to ROM as this image will provide a simple and easy way to get back to your stock setup.

Android 4.2.2 AOSP code push now complete

By Robert Nelson
on 1 Mar, 2013

Google began pushing the Android 4.2.2 code to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) a short while back, however as of today it looks like that roll-out has been completed. Simply put, this means you will be able to grab builds for all the current generation Nexus devices. What we are looking at is Android 4.2.2 with build number JDQ39.

Google details everything new that arrived with Android 4.2

By Robert Nelson
on 20 Feb, 2013

Google has recently updated their Jelly Bean page. This is the page that talks about Android 4.2 as a whole, however this update has added details on everything that has arrived new since Android 4.1. Needless to say, this page takes away the guessing and just breaks it all down. To begin with, Google describes 4.2 as bringing the speed and simplicity of Android 4.1 with new features to includes Photo Sphere, a redesigned camera app, new Gesture Typing keyboard, Google Now (with new cards) and more.

Sony Xperia Z Android 4.2.2 update tipped for March

By Robert Nelson
on 19 Feb, 2013

We had already known that Sony was planning to upgrade the Xperia Z to Android 4.2 Jelly Bean shortly after the official launch and as of now, it is looking like that will indeed be how things play out. Keep in mind, Sony has yet to offer a specific launch date just yet, however the update is expected to begin in March.

Android 4.2.2 factory images for Nexus 10, 7 and 4 posted

By Robert Nelson
on 14 Feb, 2013

We recently saw the return of the Nexus 4 Android 4.2.1 factory images and coming as we would expect given an updated release -- Google has posted the Android 4.2.2 factory images. These images are available for the Nexus 10 and Nexus 7 tablets as well as the Nexus 4 and Galaxy Nexus smartphones.

Android 4.2.2 now available for Nexus 4

By Brian Sin
on 13 Feb, 2013

It was only yesterday that the Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update became available for a variety of Nexus devices. The GSM Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 7 (Wi-Fi), and Nexus 10 were all able to be updated to the latest version. However, Google's latest smartphone, the Nexus 4, was left out of the loop, disappointing a lot of users. Now those of you with a Nexus 4 can rejoice because the Android 4.2.2 OTA has just become available for you.

AdBlock Plus and Android 4.2.2 don’t mix well

By Brian Sin
on 13 Feb, 2013

There has been some concern over AdBlock Plus and how automatically redirects your phone's proxy to a localhost to block ads. This led to a bigger issue of a large security hole inside of the Android operating system. Even if a smartphone isn't rooted, apps could use this security bug for phishing. The developer of AdBlock Plus proposed a few resolutions for the issue that would both fix the security hole, and also allow the AdBlock Plus app to keep working.

Android 4.2.2 features new notifications and an improved quick settings

By Brian Sin
on 12 Feb, 2013

While we thought that Android 4.2.2 would only include some bug fixes and improvements to performance, it also comes with some nifty features as well. The Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update should be available through OTA for those of you who own a GSM Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 7 (Wi-Fi), and/or a Nexus 10. You can see the list of new features right after this jump.

Android 4.2.2 heads to AOSP

By Brian Sin
on 12 Feb, 2013

The latest version of Android, Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean, is now being pushed to AOSP. It was only earlier today that the Android 4.2.2 update began rolling out to select Nexus devices. If you have a takju Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 7 (Wi-Fi), or a Nexus 10, you should be able to update to Android 4.2.2 if you haven’t already. The update should be available through your settings page, but if not, just sit tight.