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Is there a way to block access to or wipe my Google data for a lost/stolen phone

What are the differences between a system app and user app?

Need a car-friendly way to listen to music?

Does disabling 3G while having WiFi save battery?

Can I disable geotagging and delete prior geotag information in photos?

Is a PIN lock screen inherently more or less secure than an app lock program?

In general, do Android apps use encrypted connections? If so, is public WiFi safer?

Are there guidelines on how much free RAM a phone should have - specifically Samsung Galaxy S?

Can I use a pin/password/pattern lock and safely have basic phone functionality while in car?

I want to password lock my “Applications” settings, but no other settings

Is there a way to get GPS to work without Google Location Service constantly enabled?

Do I need Android SDK to connect my phone in USB debug mode?

Is there a way to fix the sms notification in Galaxy S2, ICS

Is clearing app data the same as uninstalling, reinstalling app?

Are there specific cases in which a task-killer or “fast reboot” program is helpful?

Is there any known memory leak in Gingerbread 2.3.3 fixed by occasional reboot? Related to battery usage?

Do I need to revert to stock firmware and/or wipe data before installing a custom ROM?

How do I reboot Samsung Galaxy S when it locks up? Is pulling battery bad?

What's the difference between Camera.apk and com.sec.android.app.camera.apk?

Is there a way to reduce the CPU and memory usage of the stock Browser?

I want Android to remember my currently playing song and playlist

How do I find out why my phone is locking up?

Phone is slow to respond after waking up

Where can I find stock Android apps that are not normally in the Market?

Is it possible to search emails and texts via a single interface, similar to iOS spotlight search?

Can I prevent notifications from being forwarded to my watch during Do Not Disturb?

Can I prevent ICS browser from using CPU while in the background (without back-button exiting)?

Looking for app that provides different screen timeout and lock timeout [duplicate]