Rooting an Android smartphone is how POSH folks say ‘jailbreaking’ an Apple iPhone . It gives you, the user, ‘root’ or full access to the phone’s hardware and software. Even though Android is technically an open operating system, there are still limitations set by the manufacturer which rooting will overcome. There are many possible advantages to rooting an Android smartphone. These include improving performance, installing apps only compatible with rooted devices and installing the most up-to-date or customised versions of Android such as 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. However, there are some risks that must be taken when rooting an Android smartphone. It is highly likely that rooting your handset will void any warranty, although rooting can sometimes be reversed. The other risk is breaking the device and potentially rendering it unusable also known as ‘bricking’. Rooting your phone might seem like a scary thing to do but it’s actually quite simple and straight forward. Th...
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