LG G3 Users Experiencing Cracks In Chassis

A noteworthy number of LG G3 owners are experiencing cracks in the phone's chassis, according to several reports.

Speculation suggests device is cracking because the micro USB cable is difficult to insert, weakening the plastic. Ubergizmo reports that the problem is so prevalent that an entire forum thread has been dedicated to it in Hong Kong.

While the crack doesn't appear to be causing any issues to the phone's performance, it does seem like something users have a legit reasons to gripe over considering how new and expensive the device is.

As of the time of writing, LG has not responded to the problem, but we'll keep an eye out for updates.

Meanwhile, Team Codefire, a group of developers that includes XDA senior developer "jcase," have offered up an app that gives root access to the LG G3, Android Police reports.

Stump Root gives Verizon, Sprint, AT&T and T-Mobile users of the LG flagship smartphone root access - although PurpleDrake had already offered up for AT&T and T-Mobile models.

The developers claim those using the app will not lose their data, but a backup is still recommended prior to rooting.

Follow these steps:

-Download and install Stump Root from this thread on XDA.
-Run Stump Root
-Select button labeled "Grind."
-You should see instructions to restart your phone.
-Once the reboot is complete, install SuperSU from the Play Store.

LG G3 users, fear not - you can also customize your smartphone's default app icons using just your operating system.

CNET reports that a small, purple paintbrush icon on the device allows users to edit app icons. Just follow these three simple steps:

1.) Place your finger on the icon you wish to edit and hold for a few seconds until an animation appears.

2.) Lift up your finger and tap on the paintbrush to launch the icon edit.

3.) Select one of the alternate icon options or import your own (you can take a picture or use a saved file).