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I didn't know that they are now letting users root Nexus devices without having to use exploits and such, but I was refering to all devices that use the Android OS.



> I didn't know that they are now letting users root Nexus devices without having to use exploits and such...

If by "letting users root" you mean providing instructions on using ADB to unlock the bootloader, install a custom recovery, sideload SuperSU, and reboot into a fully rooted device, then no. Google doesn't provide these instructions, but they also don't lock the phone down to the point that you have to find an exploit and pray you don't brick the phone. No exploits necessary on a Nexus, just standard tools and instructions available on any reputable Android dev site.




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