US Government subsidized phone riddled with malware has an "unremovable" battery. Malwarebytes has confirmed these devices ship with a comprised Settings app. At best, they are monetizing our poverty. At worst, spying on poor people. Take your pick.

[Posting here for visibility, as I think this is a severely underreported issue. See post on /r/RBI for more details](https://www.reddit.com/r/RBI/comments/ji2i5n/i_was_given_a_free_government_subsidized_android/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share)

[This is the article from Malwarebytes](https://blog.malwarebytes.com/android/2020/07/we-found-yet-another-phone-with-pre-installed-malware-via-the-lifeline-assistance-program/)...

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"MagSafe" 8 years ago ft the Nexus 4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01qnSptQAeE

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Apple Music for Android beats iOS to Crossfade
https://appleinsider.com/articles/20/10/27/apple-music-for-android-beats-ios-to-crossfade

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Jimmy Is Promo on Twitter - The S21 is really Blocky. Rectangle. Edgey. Premium. Glass front and back. Metallic flat edges.
https://twitter.com/jimmyispromo/status/1319677307829784578?s=20

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Warning: Possible bug in built-in file manager could cause data loss when moving files.

Note: This is **not** a support request, but I just wanted to share it here as a warning, and I am [not the first user](https://support.google.com/photos/thread/106201?hl=en) to experience this.

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As we know, Google sadly has pretty much locked down the file system to third-party applications over the years, starting in 2014 and then deterioating over time, citing security reasons, rather than giving users options to grant selected applications access for [data portability](https://en.wikip...

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iPhone 12 versus Pixel 5 camera comparison: unexpected results
https://phandroid.com/2020/10/26/iphone-12-versus-pixel-5-camera-comparison/

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Unbiased iPhone 12 Pro vs Note 20 vs Pixel 5 Camera Test
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=706EJuoSMdo

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Got One UI 3 beta with Note 20 Ultra, AMA

Just as the noscript, got into the program this morning and installed it

AMA...

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Desktop mode for Asus ROG Phone 3

This is a guide for connecting the ROG phone 3 to external display and using desktop mode without any 3rd party apps or root access.

For this process you'll need type c to HDMI adapter, PC with adb installed on it and wireless mouse/Android remote.

1) Enable developer options and under APPS section, enable freeform windows.

2) connect your device to a computer with the Android ADB installed, and run the following command (one-line):

adb shell settings put global force_desktop_mode_on_externa...

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T-Mobile’s new ‘TVision’ offers live TV for $40/month, optional Android TV dongle
https://9to5google.com/2020/10/27/t-mobile-tvision-android-tv-service/

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OPPO may launch Snapdragon 870 powered phone soon - the performance of the chip is stronger than the SD865, but is expected to offer slower performance than the SD875 chip
https://playfuldroid.com/oppo-may-launch-snapdragon-870-powered-phone-soon/

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Samsung Germany offering up to 200€ Samsung Pay rebate if you buy any of their flagship
https://www.samsung.com/de/offer/happy-payday/

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OnePlus Nord - How to install your Nord Screen Protector
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UrSjDPQoho8

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New software update for rog phone 3 with fix for bypass charging feature and more
https://zentalk.asus.com/en/discussion/39004/201021-rog-phone-3-zs661ks-ww-17-0823-2009-98#latest

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AMA about the F(x)tec Pro1-X!

Hello all!

So I have an F(x)tec Pro1-X at the moment, and I'd be happy to answer any questions :) [Here are some pictures](https://twitter.com/AdamConwayIE/status/1321431697439731718)!

First and foremost, I want to disclose the fact I work for XDA-Developers, and so I'd rather not really get into any *opinion* stuff. Having said that, I have no problem admitting that I am not the target market for this phone.

Let me know if you want me to check anything or if you have any questions and I'll ...

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You told us: You think OnePlus is relying too much on gimmicky cameras
https://www.androidauthority.com/oneplus-cameras-poll-results-1172084/

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Samsung expands 'offline finding' in Find My Mobile to countries outside the US
https://www.androidpolice.com/2020/10/28/find-my-mobile-for-samsung-galaxy-phones-updated-with-offline-finding-feature-like-iphones/

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Introducing the new PlayStation App, redesigned to enhance your gaming experiences on PS4 and PS5
https://blog.playstation.com/2020/10/28/introducing-the-new-playstation-app-redesigned-to-enhance-your-gaming-experiences-on-ps4-and-ps5/

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Sony Xperia shipments stabilise in Q2 FY20
http://www.xperiablog.net/2020/10/28/sony-xperia-shipments-stabilise-in-q2-fy20/

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The best Android phones under $300 right now!
https://www.androidcentral.com/best-android-phones-under-300

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Google drops the Moto G Stylus and Moto G Power to virtually unbeatable prices - PhoneArena
https://www.phonearena.com/news/moto-g-stylus-moto-g-power-new-google-fi-deals_id128089

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