So a couple of Saturdays ago, I finally sat down with my magic crystal ball.

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But Android apps that request no permissions at all (such as this Magic 8 ball app) are generally considered pretty free of security risks.

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Some double as games, such as an igloo-shaped one that is actually a maze with a ball and a "magic box" that is also a flip puzzle.

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As your lead reviews editor, I can tell you the Magic 8 Ball is turning up an "outlook not good" on a possible review, but we've added some hands-on photos below if you've just got to get a closer look.

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The three key features of this magic negotiation crystal ball include: (1) scenario planning, (2) negotiation move planning, and (3) offer projections.

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On the ball though, he was more Magic Johnson, thanks to his signature move, the no-look backheel pass.

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Hussey pulled Tendulkar's first ball for four to raise the 100 partnership and there was to be no magic from Harbhajan before the close.

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