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Super Hexagon is ridiculously hard, ridiculously addicting

We usually like to do our own demo videos of apps whenever possible. It's our job, for one, and it's always fun to see "the pros" occasionally suck at games on camera. But in the case of Super Hexagon, we're going to keep our same bottle up deep inside, where it belongs. This game is that hard.

The idea is that you have to guide the triangle through the spaces of the incoming designs as they collapse in on the central hexagram. Cool 1980s-esque video game music helps keep up the pace (at least for those of us old enough to remember the sounds of an actual arcade). It's fun. It's addicting. And it's hard as hell. Literally. The three unlocked levels are "hard," "harder" and "hardest." Frankly, we're a little afraid to explore the other difficulties. Our pride has taken a beating here. But, still, we can't put it down. Another dollar well spent.

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Deal of the Day: Incipio feather Ultralight Hard Case for HTC EVO 4G LTE

The Nov. 5 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Incipio feather Ultralight Hard Case for HTC EVO 4G LTE. Measuring less than 1mm thin, Incipio's Feather Case is ideal for the EVO 4G LTE user seeking inconspicuous, first-class protection. Feather is made of an ultra light, ultra strong polymer for light as a feather, form-fitting durable protection without the added bulk. Color options include black, pink, blue and gray.

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Deal of the Day: Incipio SILICRYLIC DualPro SHINE Hard Shell Case w/ Silicone Core for Samsung Galaxy S3

The August 27 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Incipio SILICRYLIC DualPro SHINE Hard Shell Case w/ Silicone Core for Samsung Galaxy S3. This case features a high quality polycarbonate plastic exterior embedded in a shock absorbing silicone core, offering sturdy protection without sacrificing style. The outer shell gives your device a unique shine complimented by either a black or gray skin underneath.

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Deal of the Day: Incipio SILICRYLIC Hard Shell Case w/ Silicone Core for Galaxy Nexus

The August 7 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Incipio SILICRYLIC Hard Shell Case w/ Silicone Core for Galaxy Nexus. This durable case protects your device with a shock absorbing inner layer of silicone layered with an acrylic outer shell.  Featuring custom-cut holes, you'll have full access to your camera hole. Comes in black, gray, pink and purple.

The Incipio SYLICRYLIC Hard Shell Case is available for just $16.95, 43% off today only. Backed by our 60-day return policy and fast shipping.

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From the Android Forums: Nexus 7 hard reset questions

Willter12 asks in the Nexus 7 forums,

I have read that a hard reset is activated by:

1. Turn off.
2. Hold vol up/vol down/power on
3. Select Recovery using vol buttons and press power button
4. After several minutes, screen with red triangle will appear
5. Hold volume up and press return for menu to make hard reset

All goes well til #4. Here I get blank screen showing "Google" and it never moves into the red triangle picture and just freezes. I have waited over 20 minutes for the boot into recovery menu and nothing happens.

Have I missed a step or is something wrong? If onboard recovery process is broke is there a way to fix it? I would like to have access to hard reset should something dire go wrong.

No I am not rooted nor have I tried to root and have only loaded apps at this point. Everything else is working fine and this appears to be an excellent device.

Thanks for any advice….

You read right, willter12. But it happens that there's a bit of a bug and you won't be able to follow those standard directions with the Nexus 7. Amend them with an extra step — plugging the tablet into your computer. Once you are at the bootloader screen, you can't move on to recovery unless there's a connection on the USB port. Plugging it into the wall won't work, but the computer you use doesn't have to have the SDK or Fastboot set up on it, it just needs to be turned on. Change your steps to read like so:

1. Turn off.
2. Hold vol up/vol down/power on
3. Plug the tablet into the USB port on a computer
4. Select Recovery using vol buttons and press power button
5. After several minutes, screen with red triangle will appear
6. Hold volume up and press return for menu to make hard reset

It's inconvenient, we agree. But at least it's fairly easy to work around since the computer requires no set-up. As you mention, this is important for everyone — not just those that live to hack. 

Have a question you need answered? (Preferably about Android, but we're flexible.) Hit up our Contact Page to get in touch!

From the Android Forums: Nexus 7 hard reset questions

Willter12 asks in the Nexus 7 forums,

I have read that a hard reset is activated by:

1. Turn off.
2. Hold vol up/vol down/power on
3. Select Recovery using vol buttons and press power button
4. After several minutes, screen with red triangle will appear
5. Hold volume up and press return for menu to make hard reset

All goes well til #4. Here I get blank screen showing "Google" and it never moves into the red triangle picture and just freezes. I have waited over 20 minutes for the boot into recovery menu and nothing happens.

Have I missed a step or is something wrong? If onboard recovery process is broke is there a way to fix it? I would like to have access to hard reset should something dire go wrong.

No I am not rooted nor have I tried to root and have only loaded apps at this point. Everything else is working fine and this appears to be an excellent device.

Thanks for any advice….

You read right, willter12. But it happens that there's a bit of a bug and you won't be able to follow those standard directions with the Nexus 7. Amend them with an extra step — plugging the tablet into your computer. Once you are at the bootloader screen, you can't move on to recovery unless there's a connection on the USB port. Plugging it into the wall won't work, but the computer you use doesn't have to have the SDK or Fastboot set up on it, it just needs to be turned on. Change your steps to read like so:

1. Turn off.
2. Hold vol up/vol down/power on
3. Plug the tablet into the USB port on a computer
4. Select Recovery using vol buttons and press power button
5. After several minutes, screen with red triangle will appear
6. Hold volume up and press return for menu to make hard reset

It's inconvenient, we agree. But at least it's fairly easy to work around since the computer requires no set-up. As you mention, this is important for everyone — not just those that live to hack. 

Have a question you need answered? (Preferably about Android, but we're flexible.) Hit up our Contact Page to get in touch!

Deal of the Day: Incipio Feather Ultralight Hard Shell Case for HTC Inspire 4G

The May 29 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Incipio Feather Ultralight Hard Shell Case for HTC Inspire 4G. The Feather Case is made of an ultra light, ultra strong polymer that's light as a feather and form-fitted for durable protection without the added bulk. It features a soft touch matte finish and measures less than 1mm thin. Comes in black, magenta, red, and purple.

The Incipio Feather Ultralight Case is available for just $9.95 today only, 60% off the regular price.  Pick yours up while supplies last!

Deal of the Day: Incipio EDGE Hard Shell Slider Case for HTC ThunderBolt

The May 21 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Incipio EDGE Hard Shell Slider Case for HTC ThunderBolt. The EDGE case is made of a dense plastic shell casing that covers the back and sides of the ThunderBolt. It features cut-outs for ports, camera, buttons, and kickstand. Simply slide the case together around the ThunderBolt and you're protected! Comes in black or magenta.

The Incipio EDGE Hard Shell Slider Case is available for just $14.95 today only, 50% off the regular price.  Get yours while supplies last!

Deal of the Day: HTC Tatami Hard Shell Case for EVO 3D

The May 4 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the HTC Tatami Hard Shell Case for EVO 3D. Designed specifically for your device, hugging every curve, the Tatami Case will safeguard your Android without adding extra bulk. A unique pattern is featured on the back of the case along with openings for all the ports and buttons of your EVO 3D. Available in black, purple, and raspberry.

The HTC Tatami Hard Shell Case is available for just $8.95 today only, 64% off the regular price.  Grab yours today while supplies last!