Like extreme stunts, hacking can be rather thrilling. Still, there will always be freak accidents when things don’t go as planned, and thankfully, Google has released a safety net for you Galaxy Nexus adrenaline junkies. Specific to the HSPA+ model, the recovery images include the bootloader, radio, and full set of system files. No word yet about whether Google will perform a similar act of generosity for the LTE version that’s coming to Verizon Wireless. Naturally, hacking your device is likely to void the warranty, but hey, there needs to be at least some risk involved, right?

Galaxy Nexus gets recovery images, for when your hacking joy turns to tears originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 03 Dec 2011 02:20:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We know you’ve got questions, and if you’re brave enough to ask the world for answers, here’s the outlet to do so. This week’s Ask Engadget inquiry is coming to us from Dave, who just so happens to be in the midst of a new PC build. If you’re looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com.

“Hey all! What is the best ‘home theater in a box,’ with connectivity for my component-out Wii, HDMI-out media box and optical-out TV? Room for plenty of future additions would be awesome. Wireless would be a plus, and of course, it needs to have at least respectable sound quality. Thanks!”

So, HTIB junkies — what’s the box rocking your socks at the moment? Drop your best advice in comments below!

Ask Engadget: what’s the best sub-,000 HTIB setup? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 05 Nov 2011 22:35:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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