Android phones may get a speed boost from a deeper software change, one that optimizes the kernel using real-world app usage data more effectively.

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Android phones may now browse faster than iPhones, as Google claims Chrome has overtaken Safari in key speed tests. The real world impact depends on your device, network, and the sites you visit.

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