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- Listen to AndroidGuys #129 “99 Problems and They’re All First World”
- Sony Xperia V may not arrive until early December
- Pantech reveals the Pantech Vega R3, a Galaxy Note II competitor
- In Brief: Other Android stuff worth knowing (Sept 25)
- RadioShack offering discounted Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile Android devices
- Huawei hedging bets against Android
- Unlocked Xperia acro S now available in United States
- Samsung announces Martian Pink Galaxy S III for Korea
| Listen to AndroidGuys #129 “99 Problems and They’re All First World” Posted: 25 Sep 2012 01:48 PM PDT
For the first time in months, the entire gang gets together to form the Android Podcast Voltron. Topics this week include LG’s Optimus G and the problem(s) it might face in the United States, HTC’s lack of an Android announcement, and the reason we don’t yet have a Droid Incredible X. Additional subjects on the agenda include the impact that Windows Phone 8 will have on Android and whether HTC needs Microsoft more than the other way around. We also talk about the Kindle Fire HD, how it fits in the 2012 tablet game, and whether we’d tell mom to buy one. Of course, we also dig in a bit on the iPhone 5 and how it matters to Android in the short and long terms. Finally, we discuss the Galaxy Note II and its potential successes here in the United States. The final segment, as always, is dedicated to highlighting new and notable apps we like.
Download AndroidGuys Episode #129 (MP3) Listen to internet radio with AndroidGuys on Blog Talk Radio Listen to AndroidGuys #129 “99 Problems and They’re All First World” was written by the way cool dudes at AndroidGuys. Follow at Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Popular PC time management game,Legends of Atlantis: Exodus, is now FREE to play on Android!
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| Sony Xperia V may not arrive until early December Posted: 25 Sep 2012 01:33 PM PDT
The Sony Xperia V is expected to arrive in early December, according to a Swedish retailer who has a track record for knowing such things. Dustin.se is listing the handset now with a pre-order price of SEK 4,299 + VAT, (pre-VAT price of £404, €508 and $656 US) and a December 3 launch. Considering that CES is just a few weeks afterward, it stands to reason that an educated consumer might skip on the Xperia V in hopes of something more powerful in the new year. Of course, we don’t even expect to see this handset come stateside with any carrier support. Our instinct tells us to look for an unlocked GSM model, much like other Sony models.
Via XperiaBlog
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| Pantech reveals the Pantech Vega R3, a Galaxy Note II competitor Posted: 25 Sep 2012 01:10 PM PDT Pantech is not the leading mobile phone brand in the world, but there’s no doubt in it that they are working really hard to attain a proper place in the smartphone market. First they were known as a maker of low-end or mid-end Android phones, but then we recently saw the Pantech Magnus, and it told us that Pantech is entering the real smartphone market. Now, Pantech officially revealed the Pantech Vega R2 in South Korea, a smartphone with a 5.3 Inch display, and a threat to the famous Samsung Galaxy Note II.
We know that South Korea is the home of Samsung, one of the leading brands in the world, so it’s not going to be easy for the Vega R3 to take on the Note II. However, it comes with a 5.3 inch HD display, Android 4.0.4, a Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064 processor, 13MP rear camera and 2MP front-facing camera for video chatting, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal memory, and a 2,600 mAh battery. Though it’s running on Ice Cream Sandwich, but we can expect a Jelly Bean update anytime soon. It will be released in South Korea by all the major carriers, but the sad thing is we don’t know when it will hit other markets, especially US. So let’s hope Pantech will also launch this masterpiece in US and UK markets as well. If Pantech launch it in USA, would you prefer buying it or the Galaxy Note II? Tell us about it in the comment box below. VIA: UV Pantech reveals the Pantech Vega R3, a Galaxy Note II competitor was written by the way cool dudes at AndroidGuys. Follow at Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Popular PC time management game,Legends of Atlantis: Exodus, is now FREE to play on Android!
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| In Brief: Other Android stuff worth knowing (Sept 25) Posted: 25 Sep 2012 10:59 AM PDT
In Brief is a compilation of notifications, rumors, and Android-related news tidbits, which for whatever reason, did not end up with a post of its own on AndroidGuys. These are things that we still feel are worth knowing, even if in a passing manner. Consider it a grab-bag of Android goodies. If you have something that you think is worth a mention on AndroidGuys, be sure to reach out to us via our contact page.
NAMCO BANDAI Games' recently released a social/mobile title called Deluxe Cafe which lets players run and manage a successful bakery of their own, complete with customized furniture, cooking ingredients and much more. Since it’s NAMCO BANDAI Games we’re talking here, you’ll also notice characters like PAC-MAN poking around the game. Download Deluxe Cafe for free!
DroidCon London takes place in just over a month’s time. If you are an Android developer or plan to pick up coding in your free time, this is one event you’ll want to check out. Come October 25th – 26th, you’ll be able to learn from speakers such as Mark Murphy (CommonsWare), Matt Gaunt (Google), Simon Cross (Facebook) and more. Also in attendance this year will be members from companies like Samsung and Sony. Join the crowd of 1000+ Android developers, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts. You can see the whole line-up here. The guys at PowerTraveler have begun teasing something big in the YouTube video above. We’ve been big fans of their other stuff and really look forward to seeing whatever it is that the PowerGorilla is! DoSomething.org is putting the bite back in the fight for homeless shelter animals with their new release of the Pics for Pets app for iOS and Android. Now teens and animal lovers alike can use their mobile devices to become a shelter fur-tographer by uploading pictures of worthy shelter animals in their communities, or they can share other shelter animals across the country. The ultimate goal is to increase shelter animal adoption rates.
SStitcher Radio has found that 60% of those polled would use their smartphone to vote in the upcoming elections, if that were an officially recognized option.
Jorno, the unique folding keyboard for smartphones, is halfway to meeting its Kickstarter goal. If you’d like to help fund the creation and participate in the project, you can get your own keyboard for as low as $89.99. On top of that, you’ll also get free shipping! Retail pricing is expected to be $119.99 once it starts full production. If you’re really into benchmarks and comparative performance of Android devices then you may want to check out the freshly redesigned Vellamo app from Qualcomm. The free app is available for any Android smartphone or tablet running 2.3 and above.
Slacker Radio has added a number of new albums to its on-demand listening lineup. Between last week and this week, there’s a little something for everyone. Note that these are only available to Premium subscribers. Sign up for an account for only $14.99/month!
U.S. Cellular and Devicescape recently launched a free app for Android called Wi-Fi Now which lets users easily connect to Wi-Fi hotspots wherever they are. The client detects and automatically connects U.S. Cellular customers to available Wi-Fi hotspots, and helps for a seamless transition from the cellular network to Wi-Fi.
Big fan of crossword puzzles? Try your hand at Turbo Crosswords which features 1500+ clues across 30 difficulty levels. Looks great and is available across multiple store-fronts, including Amazon Appstore, B&N Nook, and Google Play! Keep An Eye puts your mind at ease, watching over your laptop for any activity. Receive an instant notification whenever one of the following events occur:
Have you seen the new version of Feedly yet? It’s really sharp looking stuff and makes for an even greater way to read all your favorite RSS feeds and news sources. It’s faster, more stylish, polished, and really shines on a 7-inch tablet like the Nexus 7! OfficeDrop lets users take a photo of a document and turn it into a PDF file that gets hosted in the cloud. Everyone who signs up gets a free account with 2GB searchable storage however single users can get a paid plan starting at $9.99/month with unlimited document search results and larger search storage. Additional details in the service include OCR software, desktop sync, and Evernote, Google Docs, and FreshBooks integration. Kindle Fire HD uses will find that they can now download and install three titles from Smule. The popular apps have done quite well for iOS and Android thus far and should do just as good for the Amazon tablets.
Samsung Galaxy S III owners looking to get some extra juice out of their handset are encouraged to check out the new PowerSkin. Yes, it even works with NFC support! Amazon is offering the extra 1500mAh battery/case for only $59.99, a savings of $20 off the normal price. In Brief: Other Android stuff worth knowing (Sept 25) was written by the way cool dudes at AndroidGuys. Follow at Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Popular PC time management game,Legends of Atlantis: Exodus, is now FREE to play on Android!
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| RadioShack offering discounted Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile Android devices Posted: 25 Sep 2012 09:46 AM PDT
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| Huawei hedging bets against Android Posted: 25 Sep 2012 08:37 AM PDT
It’s nearly impossible to imagine Google not “letting” Huawei use its Android platform as it’s open source and freely adaptable. On the other hand, this could just be Huawei’s way of hinting at a forked version of Android, or something altogether different. Huawei hedging bets against Android was written by the way cool dudes at AndroidGuys. Follow at Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Popular PC time management game,Legends of Atlantis: Exodus, is now FREE to play on Android!
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| Unlocked Xperia acro S now available in United States Posted: 25 Sep 2012 07:58 AM PDT
The Xperia acro S is available now at select Sony stores and at store.sony.com. Newegg and other online retailers will also carry the Xperia acro S. Sony Mobile Communications Brings a New Stylish, Durable Smartphone to the US – the Xperia™acro S
What: Sony Mobile Communications brings the Xperia acro S to US consumers looking for premium specifications and beautiful design with extra durability and water resistance. The Xperia acro S has a scratch-resistant display to offer protection against dust and water immersion. The Xperia acro S enables easy connectivity to share and enjoy content on a TV, smartphone, laptop or tablet. It also comes preloaded with Music Unlimited and Video Unlimited from Sony Entertainment Network giving access to Hollywood blockbusters, TV series and millions of music tracks. The Xperia acro S has a 4.3" HD Reality Display for razor sharp clarity, full HD video recording, HD video chat, and easy HDMI TV connectivity to enjoy content on the big screen. NFC enabled, Xperia acro S can easily open applications with one touch against an Xperia SmartTag. The Xperia acro S has the highest level of water resistance of any smartphone, so you can drop it in your drink, then shake it off and carry on. Pricing & availability: The Xperia acro S is available now at select Sony stores and at store.sony.com. Newegg and other online retailers will also carry the Xperia acro S. For additional availability and pricing, please check with each retailer.
Network compatibility: The Xperia acro S is compatible with the network bands below.
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| Samsung announces Martian Pink Galaxy S III for Korea Posted: 25 Sep 2012 07:44 AM PDT Samsung has introduced a new Martian Pink version of its Galaxy S III, smartphone, making it available for South Korean consumers. As the 7th color option for the flagship handset, the pink edition will be offered in a limited, 100,000 unit capacity. There’s no indication yet that this could come to any other parts of the world, however we’ll be keeping an eye on things for you.
Via: SammyHub Samsung announces Martian Pink Galaxy S III for Korea was written by the way cool dudes at AndroidGuys. Follow at Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube! Popular PC time management game,Legends of Atlantis: Exodus, is now FREE to play on Android!
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