What Is an “Uncertified” Android Device?

A great thing about Android is its open nature. Any company can take Android’s open-source code and put it on a device. This doesn’t come without problems, though. Devices can be “uncertified” and lose access to some features. What does that mean? Android devices can look wildly different depending on the customizations that the manufacturer makes. However, as different as they may look, Google wants to ensure some level of consistency across devices, both in functionality and security.

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How to install Minimal ADB and Fastboot

Minimal ADB and Fastboot is a small and simple application for Windows that allows you to install the latest version of ADB and Fastboot without installing the Android SDK package. The Minimal ADB and Fastboot size is around 2mb and allows you to set up Adb and Fastboot files and commands from your computer. In comparison, Android SDK is more than 500mb.

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