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Posted: 06 Feb 2012 02:56 AM PST

Sony Ericsson has partnered with Australian surfing and sports clothing empire Billabong, to come up with a smartphone cover attractive to surfers, water enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to be cool.
Starting today, trendy, limited, custom colored Billabong Edition covers are available to Xperia Active users in select markets. To match these custom colors, some apps and software are also included in the availability, including several videos and Billabong screensavers. While not exclusive to consumers, there is an additional Billabong Live app, which lets users watch Billabong Pro contests straight from their Android devices.

Along with the Xperia Active experience comes an exclusive SurfTrip game for the Xperia Play.

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This article, Sony Ericsson & Billabong Partner for a Special Edition Xperia Active , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source.

Posted: 06 Feb 2012 01:54 AM PST

After a series of naming their new devices after single letters, is Sony finally ready to break free from this norm?
Recently, Sony has filed a trademark name at the US Trademark and Patents Office for their newest offering, the Xperia Sola. This bit of news came after the company announced the first US bound Sony smartphone, the Xperia Ion.
Several think that the Sola is among the mysterious devices listed on the 2012 roadmap which leaked last night. However, it is typical for companies to register trademarks which they end up not using. But considering the strong attachment of the company to the Xperia name, it's very likely that the Sola will be a reality.
So what does the word 'Sola' mean?
It is a Spanish feminine form which translates to 'alone' or 'solo.' Hmm… Do you think Sony's up to something here? What do you think? Let us know in the comments below!

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This article, Is It the End of Single Letter Trademark Names for the Sony Xperia? , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source.

Posted: 06 Feb 2012 01:23 AM PST

It looks like there's no stopping the Samsung Galaxy S2 when it comes to firmware updates. From official releases by Samsung to underground modified versions, the Galaxy S2 proves to be a fantastic device among many consumers.
Just last week, we've posted about firmware updates for the Galaxy S2, one of the latest of which was the leaked official firmware for Android 4.0.3 ICS build XXLP2 (and also how to root your Galaxy S2 running XXLP2 firmware).  Not long after that official ROM from Samsung leaked out, we got wind of a more up-to-date leaked ROM for the Galaxy S2.
The new leaked firmware for the Galaxy S2 brings build XXLP6 of Android 4.0.3 ICS and is believed to be a better and much-improved version than build XXLP2.  According to sources, the official firmware is targeted for official rollout starting in March, but for some people, the wait is too long.
Build XXLP6 will reportedly introduce some changes to the interface in the form of new apps such as Google+ and Google Messenger.  According to users who have tried the new firmware, the Galaxy S2 seems to run faster under this firmware, although touch responsiveness remains the same as that on build XXLP2.  Face Unlock has been reported to work, and Task Manager has been reinstated.
By the looks of it, firmware build XXLP6 looks like it’s worth trying.  Since Samsung has not yet pushed out this official firmware for the Galaxy S2, you can’t update your phone with it through Samsung KIES.  But, if you want to try it, you can manually flash it to your phone using the leaked firmware and Odin3.  Read the rest of this guide for the instructions.

Requirements

  • The installation will fully wipe all of your phone data (including settings and applications).  So, back up your phone data before you flash the new firmware.
  • Uninstall Samsung KIES on your computer, or else it could interrupt the flashing process.
  • Make sure the Samsung USB drivers for your Galaxy S2 are installed on your computer, otherwise Odin3 will not be able to recognize your phone.  Get the drivers for 32-bit Windows here or for 64-bit Windows here.
  • Ensure 100% battery charge on your phone before starting to flash the firmware.

Instructions

  1. Download the XXLP6 firmware package from here and save it to your computer.
  2. Using RAR extraction software (e.g., WinRAR), unpack the contents of the RAR package.  You’ll get the following 3 files after extraction:
    • GT-I9100-MULTI-CSC-OXXLP3_RST.tar.md5
    • I9100_CODE_I9100XXLP6_CL72050_REV02_user_low_ship.tar.md5
    • MODEM_I9100XXLP6_REV_02_CL1097526.tar.md5
  3. Download Odin3 v1.83 from here and save it to your computer.
  4. Switch off your phone.
  5. Press and hold the Volume Down, Home, and Power keys together for your device to boot into Download mode.
  6. On your computer, launch the Odin3 application by double-clicking “Odin3 v1.83.exe”.
  7. Connect your device to your PC via USB cable.  Once connected, you should be welcomed by the message "Added!" in the message box found on the bottom left of the Odin3 window. If you didn't get the message then probably there is a problem with your phone's driver not properly installed. Make sure to install the right drivers for your phone to be recognized.
  8. Select and match the following files in their respective tabs in the Odin3 application:
    • Click the PDA tab and browse for I9100_CODE_I9100XXLP6_CL72050_REV02_user_low_ship.tar.md5
    • Click the Phone tab and browse for MODEM_I9100XXLP6_REV_02_CL1097526.tar.md5
    • Click the CSC tab and browse for  GT-I9100-MULTI-CSC-OXXLP3_RST.tar.md5
  9. Under “Option” in Odin3, make sure that the “Auto Reboot” and “F. Reset Time” checkboxes are selected.  The other options should remain unselected.
  10. Once all the necessary files are in place, press the START button in Odin3 to begin flashing the XXLP6 firmware on your device. If the installation was successful, you'll then be prompted with a PASS message (green square box) in the left-most box of Odin.
  11. After the installation process finishes, your device should automatically reboot itself.
  12. Disconnect your phone from the computer after the phone has completely rebooted.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed firmware build XXLP6 of Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich on your Samsung Galaxy S2.

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This article, Update Samsung Galaxy S2 to Leaked Firmware Build XXLP6 of Android 4.0.3 ICS , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source.

Posted: 06 Feb 2012 01:18 AM PST

For those of you who frequently make or receive calls on your Android phone, an effective app known as SpeakerProximity can be a handy app.  In a nutshell, the app provides automatic switching between earpiece and loudspeaker, depending on how far your phone is from you.
SpeakerProxmity can be extremely useful in sticky situations when you need both hands on the wheel or when taking calls while performing certain tasks requiring both hands. With the application enabled, all you need to do is take your call, mount the device on a stand, and you're good to go. The application works like magic, once you receive a call the application determines the distance from your ear and automatically transfers your ongoing call from your phone's earpiece to your loudspeaker–and vice-versa.

Launching the application on its first run will prompt you with a quick proximity sensor test to calibrate your device sensors. Calibrating your device requires you to manually set your phone's proximity sensors for the app to work correctly when you receive calls. The test can be performed as many times as you want to calibrate or to check if the proximity sensor is working as expected.

Aside from rerouting audio to your phone's loudspeaker, the application also packs some handy features that you will surely love.  One interesting feature known as the Headset Check helps you determine whether or not your device is connected to your headset. If your headset is connected to your phone and is currently being used, the Headset Check feature prevents the application from interfering during calls, regardless of whether proximity sensor is being covered or not.  So, with Headset Check enabled, audio from all calls will always be routed to your headset.
Another feature, the Conference Mode feature, lets you keep listening to your calls using the speakerphone regardless of whether the proximity sensor is covered or not.  Thus, when in Conference Mode, all audio from your calls will always be routed to the loudspeaker.
There is also the Speaker Start feature, which lets you automatically transfer all outgoing calls directly to your speakerphone.  As soon as you cover your phone's proximity sensor, the said feature will automatically be disabled, thereby shifting the call to your earpiece.
Most high-end and recent Android phones already have built-in proximity sensors, so you should be able to set up SpeakerProximity and use it on such devices.  But, just to be sure, find out first whether your device has a proximity sensor, otherwise the app won’t work.
The SpeakerProximity application is currently in beta development. The application is not yet available on the Android Market, but if you wish to give it a try, you can grab the latest APK for free from its Google Project downloads page.
What do you think of the SpeakerProximity app?  Is it something that makes calls more convenient on your Android phone?

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This article, Auto Switch Calls from Earpiece to Loudspeaker with SpeakerProximity App , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source.

Posted: 05 Feb 2012 03:04 PM PST
It looks like Motorola is getting ready to do another soak test for the Droid Bionic, but is it for Ice Cream Sandwich or just a bug fix update which will hopefully prevent the infamous data drops we see constantly and get annoyed by. We have seen many reports that people are getting emails from Motorola’s Feedback Network about a soak test for their Droid Bionic.
We don’t know for sure what update this is, but we are betting it’s the 5.9.902 update that was leaked back in mid-january. Droid-Life has the changelog from that leak, and we have it listed below:
  • Remove VCast Music preload
  • Add Amazon MP3 app preload
  • Motorola Terms and Conditions screen automatically enables data collection/location details
  • Google security patch to block access to change Home panel icons
  • After factory reset, location consent screen shown on activation screen
  • Change "Terms and Condition" screen title to "Motorola Terms of Service"
Hopefully since the leak they have worked on fixing the data drops and the BSOD (Black Screen of Death) that many of us have seen. As always we will keep you updated on this, hopefully I can get into the soak test along with many others.

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Posted: 05 Feb 2012 02:57 PM PST
Good news for Facebook fanatics! The Facebook app for Android has been updated. This is good news for everyone who’s always itching to keep themselves connected to their Facebook account. The original was a bit buggy and had quite a few problems that made it a pain to use. However, this update sets a few things right and manages to deliver several new options to the table.

The first thing the update did is provide a noticeable improvement in performance. The initial offering of the app was a bit slow, taking some time for it to load. Now, all it takes is a press of a button and the app delivers the page that you want – whether it be groups, apps, pages or settings. Next up is a smoother search and photo interface. Users can zoom in and out on their photos now, and a more robust search function in the app lets them find anything they want. Notifications are also improved – they’re now in real-time, keeping users up-to-date on anything that happens on their page.

Apps have also been made more compatible with the mobile setup. Games and various other applications are now more streamlined and fit the screen better. Access to the Facebook timeline and friend lists has been added, as well as subscriptions. It’s not all perfect though. There are noticeable gaps in functionality like the lack of a back button and exit keys. It also has some issues on some phones – but these are minor things that will probably be ironed out soon. As of now, enjoy the new update.

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This article, Facebook For Android Gets An Update , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source.

Posted: 05 Feb 2012 01:56 PM PST
It’s Super Bowl Sunday! The biggest day of the year in the NFL, this year we have the New England Patriots representing the AFC, and the New York Giants representing the NFC. Many are comparing this to the Super Bowl XLII in 2008 where the New England Patriots were undefeated until the New York Giants beat the Patriots in the Super Bowl and killed their dreams of having a perfect season. Don’t forget if you’re a Verizon Wireless customer you can watch the game for free on your mobile device.
Another great part of the Super Bowl? The commercials, we  have heard that Chrysler is again airing a big commercial (I think I heard somewhere that it was going to be about 2 minutes long). Last year Chrysler’s commercial featured Detroit native Eminem “This is Detroit, and this is what we do”.
So after you vote in the poll below, share you’re favorite Super Bowl commercial(s) memories. Being raised in Detroit, I really loved last year’s Chrysler commercial with Eminem, but what’s yours?
Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

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Posted: 05 Feb 2012 10:33 AM PST
For those of us with Verizon we are pretty lucky. We already get one of the coolest NFL apps, NFL Mobile, which is exclusive to only Verizon. Now we find out we can watch the Superbowl tonight live on NFL Mobile? Pretty darn sweet. Unfortunately it’s not for all devices, we are sorry about that one.
All 4G LTE customers get NFL Mobile's Premium Red Zone service that usually costs a few bucks a month for free, but for the Super Bowl everyone with the app will be able to enjoy the game. It will be the first time that the Super Bowl will be officially streamed to mobile devices, a miracle of licensing negotiation as much as a technical achievement. The BIG game will also be streamed from many other sources and sites including NBC's Sunday Night Football Extra web service, but that requires a subscription. I'm sure there are many other ways you'll all be watching the big game and we'd love to hear them. For everyone that isn't on Verizon and doesn't have NFL Mobile — sorry about that. I wish it was for all Android devices too.
So who’s your pick in the big game tonight? And MVP? Hit up the comments and let us know. I’ve got the Patriots (as always) and probably Tom Brady as MVP again.

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This article, Watch Superbowl XLVI on your Android Device for free , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source.

Posted: 05 Feb 2012 08:33 AM PST

Sprint has just updated its website and mentioned that there is a new software update available for the HTC EVO Shift 4G.
This new update is for version 2.77.651.3 which provides a few software tweaks and bug fixes; including improved battery life, security enhancements, and a new version for Twitter's Peep client.
The update is available starting today for a manual installation. Otherwise, users of the Sprint HTC EVO Shift 4G will start getting update notifications starting February 7.
If you're a Sprint HTC EVO Shift 4G user, you can manually update your phone so you get to answer your software issues.

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Posted: 05 Feb 2012 07:31 AM PST

Blurrycam, while based in China, was able to capture what might be Asus's latest Android tablet, the TF300T.
With the release of the new tablet, Asus hopes to conquer the tablet world—fighting against the flagship Android tablets, the Motorola Xoom and the Samsung Galaxy Tab. Ever since Asus' original TF101 Transformer was able to receive excellent reviews and impressive sales, the company has been making heads turn. Not to mention, their Transformer Prime and PadFone are some impressive tablets. These are pretty obvious signs that Asus has no plans of slowing down in impressing the tablet market anytime soon.

The TF300T

With regard to the new device, the TF300T, the design bears the classic Asus appeal, which has been pretty consistent with the previous models. The biggest difference is that the new model has a striking red rear which will surely receive lots of feedback when it's finally out in the market.
As of this writing, hardware specs of the device have not yet been disclosed. As soon as these are ready, we'll be sure to update you, our dear reader.
Also, we're not quite sure that these photos are authentic. Either way, we're hoping to get more information pretty soon. What do you think? Do these photos look real to you?

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Posted: 05 Feb 2012 02:45 PM PST
Pantech Burst
The Pantech Burst is one of AT&T's latest LTE-enabled handsets, and it's clearly aimed at the first-time or budget-minded smartphone buyer.  That's a huge market, and this is the first time we've seen 4G LTE directed at it.  But two years is a long time, and you're wise to do a little homework before you sign that commitment, no matter how low the up-front cost is.  Hit the break and see what we think of the Pantech Burst.


The Good

The Super AMOLED screen is great.  Pantech has done very nice things to Android, while keeping an overall stock feel to things.  The $399 off-contract price is quite a bargain.
The Bad

The poor battery life while on an LTE network is still a sticking point.  The benefits of a low upfront cost pale when considering the price of the contract.
Conclusion

The Burst is really a nice little phone.  But the other AT&T LTE handsets offer a little more in the way of customizations and features.  If you're going to sign-on for two years, you should get the best product available.  If you're looking for a solid and inexpensive LTE phone for AT&T, and buying outright, that's where the Burst shines.

Inside this review

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Posted: 05 Feb 2012 01:39 PM PST
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Update: As doubleTwist's Monique Farantzos points out, streaming podcasts is now free, but you still have to upgrade to the premium version to download, subscribe and manage podcasts.
Original: Seems that the guys over at doubleTwist have been listening to the comments from the community. The application has been updated again about a week after they first brought in podcast streaming, to remove the necessity to pay for them.
A lot of you out there weren't too impressed by the charge imposed to unlock the podcast feature. Considering you can sync your subscriptions from iTunes for free if you already shelled out for the AirSync add-on, it seemed a little steep. All that is put to bed now though, as with this latest update podcasts are available for all -- which naturally includes the worlds greatest Android podcast. No word on whether or not they intend to refund anyone who did fork out, but we're guessing that not many of you parted with your cash. 
Aside from this, we also get a couple of improvements elsewhere in the app. Fixes come for video and podcast position saving, last.fm scrobbling and general bug fixes. We also get support for the Ice Cream Sandwich lockscreen which is always a welcome addition. You'll find the download links after the break.
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Posted: 05 Feb 2012 10:23 AM PST
Android CentralIt's been another eventful week for Android news around the world. We've seen phone announcements, on-going legal skirmishes between Samsung and Apple, and confirmation that we won't see the Galaxy S III at Mobile World Congress later this month.
We also delivered our list of top European smartphones for the UK and Europe, and gave you the chance to win a HTC Sensation XL just by proving your superior Android knowledge.
Here are a few highlights from the past week in international Android developments --

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Posted: 05 Feb 2012 09:04 AM PST
From the Editor's desk
It's time to take a little editorial privilege and start a new feature wherein you'll get a few thoughts, ramblings and humblebrags regarding the goings-on here at Android Central, and perhaps the state of Android or the mobile space in general. Don't worry, politics shouldn't rear their ugly head too much. (Is it November yet?) Sports should be a non-issue with football just about over. (Giants-Patriots? Should be a good game. But, still, yawn.) So let's get to it.
  • Mobile Nations Fitness Month: I'm pleasantly surprised by the traction in our new Health and Fitness forum. It's nice to see that a few of our readers appear to be taking up the challenge, too. We've still go a long way to go before we're anywhere near as sexy as CrackBerry Kevin (let alone knowing it), but I'm enjoying the feedback on my daily walk. Don't tell me to give up carbs, though. Not gonna happen.
  • Android Central App Gen. 2: We've gotten back in touch with a number of developers interested in working with us on the next generation of the Android Central app. We're taking our time and doing this right, and we're excited about the possibilities. Everyone (including me) is going to need a little patience here.
  • Paul O'Brien on the Podcast: If you haven't listened yet, Paul O'Brien of MoDaCo joined us on the podcast this week. MoDaCo (and Paul) have been around the mobile space about as long as the space has been around -- I started reading them when I got my first Windows Mobile device lo those many years ago, and it's still a great (and friendly) place for some hacking. It was great to finally "meet" Paul and have him on the podcast. Be sure to give it a listen.
  • Verizon Galaxy Nexus: What a debacle. Google changes a documentation page, and the fit hits the shan. If you're just joining us, it's really much ado about nothing. The Verizon Galaxy Nexus is still supported by Google. And Verizon. Be sure to read Jerry's explanation of what's changed (very little) and how it affects you (not at all). I gave a little thought to how such a badly reported story spread so quickly. Give it a gander. Here's to hoping the Internet does better this week.
  • Mobile World Congress: We're three weeks away from the start of MWC in Barcelona, Spain. We'll have a team there, of course, including myself, Alex Dobie, editor-at-large (and large editor) Simon Sage, plus Kevin from CrackBerry and Dan from WPCentral. Most of the major players already have events scheduled (LG and Samsung are straggling, but that's not to say they won't have something to show). We're not doing posts on every event that gets scheduled, but be sure to bookmark androidcentral.com/mwc to follow all of our MWC stories. We'll toss a schedule on there soon, to help you track what's happening when. Remember that Spain is 6 to 9 hours ahead of the United States, depending on where you live.
  • Android Wallpaper Gallery: Our Free Android Wallpaper Gallery eclipsed 1,000 uploads this week, which is pretty damn awesome. If you haven't yet, be sure to upload and share your favorite wallpapers. We're also featuring one a day during the week on the blog, so look for them in the mornings.
  • Android A to Z: Dunno about you guys, but we're loving this feature. It's an offshoot of the Android Dictionary, wherein we expand on one definition a day. The idea isn't to give a whitepaper view of the nuts and bolts of Android, but more of a top-level, in-plain-English discussion. You can find all of our Android A to Z posts here.
Anyhoo. Yeah. Things are cookin' here at Android Central. Catch ya later.



Posted: 05 Feb 2012 08:19 AM PST
Weekly Accessories Roundup Giveaway
We're kicking off this week's roundup of Android accessories with a closer look at some of our most popular picks from the store including some hands-on videos, topping it off with a daily giveaway of any one featured accessory of your choice.
Every week we'll be looking at five select accessories from ShopAndroid.com, each featuring a hands-on video and brief description. At the end of the roundup, leave a comment stating which one of the five featured accessories you'd like to have.  Each day this week we'll randomly select one person that leaves a comment to win the accessory of their choice.  Pretty simple, right? Let's get this thing started.
 Jump past the break to dive in for more details.
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Posted: 05 Feb 2012 01:06 AM PST
Galaxy Note
AT&T will begin to take pre-orders today for the Samsung Galaxy Note, the 5.3-inch phablet will be sold in carbon blue or ceramic white, and check in at $299 with a new agreement.  Orders are set to be delivered by Feb. 17, just a bit too late for Valentine's Day.  Also scheduled to be in AT&T stores are a few accessories, notably a desktop docking station, a spare battery charger, and a flip cover case and pen holder.  Speaking of the flip cover, if you head into Best Buy and pre-order your Samsung Galaxy Note they will hook you up with one for free.  Everyone loves free.
The Note is big, bad, and just what a lot of folks are looking for.  It's huge as a phone, but has enough size to it that it could function as a tablet for many.  The lure of carrying one device to cover both use cases is bound to attract quite a few folks, and the fact that LTE data is built into the unit is certainly a big plus.  The rest of the specs are certainly no slouch either.  That 5.3-inch Super AMOLED screen has a 1280x800 HD resolution, there's a 1.5GHZ dual-core processor (word is it's the same Qualcomm as in the Skyrocket), a 2500mAh battery, 1GB of RAM, and Samsung's excellent 8MP camera all running Android 2.3.5.
If you're going to do the deed and sign up to buy one of these big beauties, be sure to head into the forums and join the discussion.  It won't make the wait any shorter, but it might help make it feel that way. 



Posted: 05 Feb 2012 12:44 AM PST
Best Buy Canada
We noted Best Buy in the U.S. was taking pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy Note and now their Canadian stores have started as well. Although the Canadian release doesn't include any free goodies to go along with it, the price points for the device do vary across carrier with Bell coming out on top in terms of pricing.
  • Bell - $200
  • TELUS - $250
  • Rogers - $300
Those price points are all on new, three-year contracts but that's a given for the Canadian mobile landscape. The Samsung Galaxy Note will be available on Feb. 14th so if you're looking to get your hands on one, head on over to Best Buy and get your pre-orders in.