A pesky multitouch bug affecting the new Nexus 7 is no more, thanks to a new software update that is being rolled out by Google this week. There were concerns that the problem may have been related to hardware — given that it didn’t affect all Nexus 7 tablets — but the “JSS15J” release that’s being issued over-the-air promises to eliminate it.

It also addresses an issue with GPS sensitivity, too.

Samsung has today begun rolling out the Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update for the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 in the United Kingdom. The update is reaching the Wi-Fi only device with the “GT-P3110” model number, and it’s available to download over-the-air or via the Samsung KIES desktop application.

In addition to Android 4.2.2 features like lock screen widgets and Daydream, the update also adds new TouchWiz features and widgets that were first introduced on Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S4.

Samsung is pushing out an over-the-air update to its Canadian Galaxy S4 users, with the model number SGH-M919V. The first to receive this upgrade will be customers who purchased an unlocked device, closely followed by carrier-branded handsets.

The HTC One’s Android 4.2.2 update has begun its rollout in the United Kingdom, HTC confirmed today. It was first spotted in China and Taiwan earlier this month, then began hitting parts of Europe on around July 6. Now Brits have the opportunity to get in on the updating action.

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There can be thousands of reasons why an Android device slows down over a period of life, including poorly coded apps, less free RAM etc. However, majority of the times, the slowness can be fixed by following a few simple tips and tricks.