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Android 5.0 Lollipop updates roll out

As Nexus 6 hits carriers, the latest Android update begins to arrive. Kindle e-readers and Skype also get updates, and researchers find sketchy ads for fake goods on Facebook.

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The latest flavor of Android is arriving on some devices, starting with Nexus and Motorola. But don't count on it being bug free -- some developers report problems connecting to Wi-Fi networks. CNET has your guide to Android 5.0 Lollipop, along with tips on how to install it yourself. As the update rolls out, the Nexus 6 goes on sale with carriers.

New features are also coming to the newest Amazon Kindle e-readers, and Skype is going app-free. Watch CNET Update below for the details, along with a warning about bogus ads on Facebook:

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