LG G2 = Nexus 5? What is HTC Pro? Sprint TOS Changes? - Android Authority Q & A

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This week Kris is answering questions about whether or not the Nexus 5 will be a slightly changed LG G2, what exactly HTC Pro certification is, whether the recent Sprint TOS changes can get you out of your contract and more!

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Q:

David asks: Is there way to run Jelly Bean on the Samsung Galaxy 3 (aka. the 580)?

A:

As long as you don't mind using a custom ROM, then yes there are plenty of ways actually. I'd suggest heading over to XDA Developers and looking in the Android Development forum for the Galaxy 3. There are quite a few options, so look around and take your time making a choice

Q:

Maris says: Hi Kris, I just read that the HTC One is now HTC Pro certified. What does this mean for HTC One users?

A:

HTC Pro certification is basically HTC's way of saying that a company can buy a fleet of HTC Ones for their employees and that they'll work as intended. That's why the HTC Pro web site has a bunch of photos of guys in suits. Basically, for an individual user, this doesn't mean a lot, but for businesses, it's important.

Q:

Jake asks: Is there any way to completely turn off a phone without a removeable battery? For example, if it freezes?

A:

Yes, just hold down the power button and keep holding it down. It might take a while, but eventually the device should shut off.

Q:

John says: Hello, I recently read your article about the changes to the Sprint TOS and how this can get you out of your contract with Sprint, and I wanted to ask: does this pertain only to WiMAX devices, or all devices?

A:

Sprint has basically said that in their opinion the changes aren't significant enough to just let anybody out of their contract no questions asked. That said, they have said that customers are free to discuss issues, including those related to their service, with Sprint. I'd say give it a try. I