How and Why to Root Your Android Device

Date and Time

Wednesday, April 03, 2013 from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Location

Akamai CRC

The Akamai office is a short walk from the Kendall Square T stop and other public transportation. Metered parking is normally available near the location.

Summary

BLU Desktop SIG

Abstract

Thanks to Android's use of Linux for its kernel, Linux is the most popular operating system in use by consumers in the world. However, many people aren't taking advantage of the freedom this permits, but rather allowing themselves to be walled in by the proprietary interfaces that come with their Android devices. For April's meetup, we introduce you to a man with the keys to set you free. Adam Stroud is the lead developer at RunKeeper and author of Professional Android Sensor Programming. He is a self-proclaimed "phandroid" and is an active participant in the Android virtual community on StackOverflow and Android Google groups.