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- Why can’t we see this commercial on television? [VIDEO]
- comScore: Android now on more than half of all U.S. smartphones
- Lookout debuts new security measures for side-loaded apps
- Samsung can’t learn from Sony’s mistakes, patents a dual-screen tablet
- IDC: Samsung moved 42.2M smartphones in Q1 while HTC sold 6.9M
- SiriusXM app adds new controls, tries to compete with slacker and others
| Why can’t we see this commercial on television? [VIDEO] Posted: 01 May 2012 12:01 PM PDT
Looking back to 2009 and 2010 we recall asking over and over for Google to run some ads on television hyping Android as a platform. Although it would have been out of the norm for Google to advertise on TV, we remember calling for them to give consumers just 30 seconds of awesome. In the early days of Android we felt this would have helped counter all the Apple ads in circulation. Today, at 51 percent market share, Google doesn't really need to show off the benefits of Android with a TV clip. Still, that's not say that the following video wouldn't make for a compelling reason to buy a Galaxy Nexus or Android product. What you'll see here is a Youtube video that shows off how easy it is to sync contacts, photos, music, and more. How do you do it? Log in. Why can’t we see this commercial on television? [VIDEO] originally appeared on AndroidGuys. Get more AndroidGuys on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Listen to our newest podcast and download the official app. Shop for Android accessories, apps, and more!
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| comScore: Android now on more than half of all U.S. smartphones Posted: 01 May 2012 11:01 AM PDT
Android now holds a major stake in the business that is U.S. smartphones. According to figures from the latest comScore MobiLens report, the Android platform has been found on more than half (51 percent) of all smartphones in the United States. The data, compiled from during the three month average period ending March 2012, was compiled from more than 30,000 U.S. mobile subscribers. Up 3.7 percent from the previous quarter, it's the biggest gaining platform in comScore's report. Apple follows in second place with 30.7 percent of the market, up 1.1 percent from the previous quarter. Other than these two players, everyone else on the survey reported losing ground. RIM, perhaps coincidentally, lost 3.7 percent share during the three-month period. Is Android eating up all of RIM's market or is the BlackBerry platform dying a slow death at the hands of everyone else?
Where do you see Android leveling off? Will it be in the fifties and sixties? Higher? Will it plateau right around the 63 percent mark once it's gobbled up the remaining RIM slice? comScore: Android now on more than half of all U.S. smartphones originally appeared on AndroidGuys. Get more AndroidGuys on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Listen to our newest podcast and download the official app. Shop for Android accessories, apps, and more!
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| Lookout debuts new security measures for side-loaded apps Posted: 01 May 2012 10:30 AM PDT
Lookout Mobile Security this week unveiled a pair of new features designed to help users who like to side-load applications onto their Android devices. For those in the dark, sideloading refers to installation of games or apps from outside of the Google Play Store (Android Market). These two measures, File System Monitoring and Install Monitoring, will keep an eye on things before and after you side-load that next app. File System Monitoring actively watches your SD card for file changes. When a new app is downloaded to your SD card, but not yet installed, File System Monitoring will alert you in real time if it's malware. Install Monitoring give you the option to scan apps at the beginning of a side-load app installation process. When you tap on an .apk package to install it, Install Monitoring will prompt you to optionally scan the app before installing. If an app checks out as clean, installation proceeds as normal without any inconvenience to you. You can even set this as a default behavior so that Lookout will automatically conduct scans on all future side-load installs!
New Anti-Malware Features Offer More Points of Protection Today we're excited to tell you about two new features in Lookout for Android: File System Monitoring and Install Monitoring. These free features provide added protection from malware and spyware, especially for people who like to download apps from a variety of different sources. Like Lookout's core security functionality, these new features are powered by Lookout's Mobile Threat Network. If you download apps from alternative markets or other sources such as discussion forums (commonly referred to as "side-loading" apps), File System Monitoring and Install Monitoring add an extra level of protection for you. While Lookout already protects users from these types of applications by scanning them immediately upon install, these two new features offer unique ways to detect threats before they are installed on a device. The ability to download apps from a variety of sources is considered one of the unique strengths of the Android platform. However, we generally advise people to use caution when "side-loading," or downloading an app outside of the official Android Market (aka Google Play) in order to minimize the chance of encountering malware. We know a lot of our users like to explore everything on Android, even if that means downloading apps from a source you've never even heard of before. For these cases, File System Monitoring and Install Monitoring are here to protect you. File System Monitoring File System Monitoring actively watches your SD card for file changes. When a new app is downloaded to your SD card, but not yet installed, File System Monitoring will alert you in real time if it's malware. This active monitoring is a much better watchdog for your SD card than a scheduled file system scan, and we've designed it in a way that won't impact your battery life. A file system scan scheduled for Tuesday won't tell you about the malware you downloaded on Wednesday for six days! Power users, take note! Because File System Monitoring relies on its ability to 'watch' the SD card for changes, it works great for most methods of side-loading, such as when you download an app from the web or from email directly on your mobile device. In cases where you un-mount your SD card to transfer apps manually, File System Monitoring won't be able to scan any new apps you may transfer. This is where Install Monitoring comes in… Install Monitoring Lookout for Android is the first security app to feature Install Monitoring, giving you the option to scan apps at the beginning of a side-load app installation process. When you tap on an .apk package to install it, Install Monitoring will prompt you to optionally scan the app before installing. If an app checks out as clean, installation proceeds as normal without any inconvenience to you. You can even set this as a default behavior so that Lookout will automatically conduct scans on all future side-load installs! Note that when you get apps from Google Play, they're automatically downloaded and installed on your device, so Lookout's existing security scanning is still an essential facet of mobile protection for users. If you are an existing Lookout Free or Lookout Premium user, install the latest update of Lookout for Android to access these features. You can turn off automatic File System Monitoring in Settings>Security in the Lookout app. You'll also be able to set preferences for Install Monitoring the first time you install a side-loaded app through Android's standard intent selection dialog, and thereafter through the 'Launch By Default' section of Lookout's App info page in system settings. We think that these new features really add an important new level of security for power users – they're like monster tires for off-roading on your Android! Let us know what you think! Lookout debuts new security measures for side-loaded apps originally appeared on AndroidGuys. Get more AndroidGuys on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Listen to our newest podcast and download the official app. Shop for Android accessories, apps, and more!
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| Samsung can’t learn from Sony’s mistakes, patents a dual-screen tablet Posted: 01 May 2012 09:22 AM PDT
Remember the Sony Tablet P? Yea, neither do a lot of people. It was clunky, impractical, hard to use, and most of all, really served a purpose to nobody. Aside from a tiny niche market, the Sony Tablet P flopped like a salmon that got caught by a four-year-old and left on the docks. The tablet patent concept shows 2 screens that are flatter and larger than the bulky Tablet P concept, making it much more laptop-ish than tablet-ish. There's also a removable controller / pointer that slides into the hinge, making it even more awkward. The dual screens can work together as one (bad, thanks to the hinge in the middle) or separately (better, but still weird). Samsung, we here at AndroidGuys are questioning this patent, and we're questioning it hard. Granted, there's no mention of what OS will be used here, but in this writers opinion, this is going to leave a sour taste in the mouths of consumers who purchase this, especially at the price it's sure to come out at (read: expensive). source: androidcommunity Samsung can’t learn from Sony’s mistakes, patents a dual-screen tablet originally appeared on AndroidGuys. Get more AndroidGuys on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Listen to our newest podcast and download the official app. Shop for Android accessories, apps, and more!
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| IDC: Samsung moved 42.2M smartphones in Q1 while HTC sold 6.9M Posted: 01 May 2012 09:20 AM PDT
Research firm IDC tells us that the Android arms race is fast becoming Samsung's to lose. New figures out of the IDC camp show that Samsung moved 42.2 million smartphones in the first quarter of the year (2012) whereas HTC trailed with 6.9 million. The numbers are a snapshot of the world market and factor in all comers, including Apple, RIM, and Nokia. For it's part, Samsung had11.5 million in the same time frame last year, meaning it had a 267% year-over-year change. Contrast that with HTC who was sitting pretty with 9 million units in Q1 2011. Down 23.3 percent year-over-year, HTC actually lost market share. There are plenty of reasons to consider for the drop and even HTC will tell you they dropped the ball. However, with the hype surrounding the Galaxy S III's announcement this week, we have a hard time seeing Samsung anywhere but the top. We're optimistic, however, that HTC will begin to move the needle forward and get back some of that market share with the renewed focus and One series.
In the bigger picture, Apple is the number two smartphone manufacturer with 35.1 million units in the first quarter. Up from 18.6 million in the same time frame last year, the company nearly doubled (88.7%) its pull. Nokia now trails in third with 11.9 million Q1 sales, netting about half of its 24.2 million figures from one year ago. For those not paying close attention, this means Nokia went from top dog to third place in the span of a year. Considering that RIM netted 9.7 million in Q1 2012, it stands to reason that 5th place could be up for grabs or subject to changing. Predict the Future!Who would you expect to see in the top spots this time next year? Will it be Samsung and Apple running things for the next few years or do you see a dark horse emerging? IDC: Samsung moved 42.2M smartphones in Q1 while HTC sold 6.9M originally appeared on AndroidGuys. Get more AndroidGuys on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Listen to our newest podcast and download the official app. Shop for Android accessories, apps, and more!
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| SiriusXM app adds new controls, tries to compete with slacker and others Posted: 01 May 2012 07:50 AM PDT
SiriusXM, a name that used to be synonymous with great programming and extra change in your pocket, has fallen short as of late when it comes to keeping up with what the people want. What to the people want? Great mobile control, of course. With their new update to their mobile app, Sirius XM hopes to remedy this issue by allowing users to rewind, pause, and fast forward their tracks, along with starting a track from the beginning and replaying up to 5 hours of listenage. The full list of features:
For the additional $3.50 above the regular subcription service (or a tryout on a 7 day free trial), users can get all this on the SiriusXM radio service. Full presser below. SiriusXM Launches New Features for SiriusXM Internet Radio App for Android Smartphones and TabletsFree update to SiriusXM Internet Radio App lets subscribers replay up to 5 hours of programming; start songs and shows from the beginning; and pause, skip forward and rewind previously broadcast content Access to the new expanded SiriusXM channel line-up, including SiriusXM Latino channels, as well as live play-by-play from the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, NASCAR, PGA TOUR and more NEW YORK – April 30, 2012 – Sirius XM Radio (NASDAQ: SIRI) today announced a free update to its SiriusXM Internet Radio App for Android smartphones and tablets, giving subscribers more control over how they listen to SiriusXM's programming on mobile devices. "This updated and enhanced SiriusXM Internet Radio App for Android, the top smartphone platform in the U.S., now gives current and future subscribers access to more programming, including more live sports play-by-play, and more control over when and where they listen to their favorite SiriusXM channels and programs," said Jim Meyer, President, Operations and Sales, SiriusXM. "We are pleased to bring these new and exciting features to our subscribers, and we will continue to evolve our SiriusXM Internet Radio offerings this year by adding greater functionality on smartphones, mobile devices and online." Key features of the SiriusXM Internet Radio App update for Android smartphones and tablets include:
The update to the SiriusXM Internet Radio App for Android devices is part of the continuing rollout of SiriusXM 2.0, a major upgrade and evolution of SiriusXM's satellite and Internet delivered service that will ultimately span hardware, software, audio, and data services. Included in the SiriusXM Internet Radio App update is a new design that gives customers access to album art and artist biographies, adding information and depth to the SiriusXM music experience and enhancing the visual appearance on Android smartphones and tablets. Technical updates in the SiriusXM Internet Radio App also include improved audio quality and performance on cellular networks. The SiriusXM Internet Radio App is available for free from Google Play. The SiriusXM Internet Radio App update will be automatically made available to current users on Android smartphones and tablets. For more information, please visit www.siriusxm.com/android. All SiriusXM Internet Radio subscribers will receive the existing critically-acclaimed programming from SiriusXM, as well as the full expanded programming lineup including channels created with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; Tiësto's Club Life Radio featuring music created and curated by electronic dance music superstar DJ and producer Tiësto;ESPN SportsCenter; UCB Radio featuring underground sketch and stand-up, improv comedy from Upright Citizens Brigade; and Carlin's Corner featuring albums, concerts and comedy from the archives of the legendary George Carlin. SiriusXM Internet Radio subscribers listening on smartphones and other mobile devices also have access to live play by play–with no blackouts—from the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, NASCAR, PGA TOUR, Formula 1, English Premier League soccer and Notre Dame football and basketball. All SiriusXM Internet Radio subscribers get SiriusXM Latino, which includes 19 channels of the most comprehensive Latin programming lineup available to radio listeners, including 10 exclusive commercial-free music channels covering a wide variety of music genres, including tropical, salsa, merengue, Latin pop hits, Latin hip-hop, Latin rock classics and more. Subscribers will also get content from leading providers of Spanish-language sports, news, talk and entertainment, including: ESPN Deportes Radio; MLB en Español; multiple Deportes en Vivo channels which will carry Spanish-language play-by-play of NFL games, an expanded lineup of MLB games, world-class professional sports as well as major college programs; 24/7 news and talk from RadioFórmula México, the leading radio broadcaster from Mexico; and CNN en Español. SiriusXM Latino also includes Cristina Radio featuring iconic talk show host Cristina Saralegui and advice from leading experts on lifestyle, health and family programming for Latinas, as well as ¡Inspírate!, an inspirational Spanish-language talk channel offering listeners compelling news and advice for a fuller, more meaningful life. Listeners can register for a 7-day trial to listen to SiriusXM Internet Radio on Android smartphones and other mobile devices. For more information on the SiriusXM channel lineup in English and Spanish, please visit www.siriusxm.com/newchannels andwww.siriusxm.com/latino. SiriusXM app adds new controls, tries to compete with slacker and others originally appeared on AndroidGuys. Get more AndroidGuys on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Listen to our newest podcast and download the official app. Shop for Android accessories, apps, and more!
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