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• Tutorial: Install Android 4.2 on the Samsung Galaxy S3 (All Variants)
• LG VS870 could be Verizon’s LG Escape
• T-Mobile the only carrier not confirmed to offer HTC M7
• International Galaxy S2 Jellybean Update with Nature UX
• Lookout intros two new features to help fight lost and stolen phones
• Nexus 7 Case-Compatible Desktop Sync and Charge Cradle review
• Google Q4 2012 earnings released: Steady growth, without including Motorola
• Verizon Q4 and 2012 earnings: great growth all around
• AT&T acquires Alltel’s 585,000 customers and spectrum bands for $780 million in cash
• More possible pictures of the Galaxy S IV leak

Tutorial: Install Android 4.2 on the Samsung Galaxy S3 (All Variants) Posted: 23 Jan 2013 12:40 PM PST Let’s face it, Android can be a bit fragmented at times. But who says we need to rely on carriers to push updates? Android is much more than a closed OS, ran by carriers. Thanks to the developers modifying Android, we can choose who we rely on for future updates and when we want to receive them. So with the new release of Android 4.2, there is no need to wait for your carrier to push it out, just install it now, here’s how: Prerequisites: Rooted Samsung Galaxy S3 (how to) Unlocked Bootloader (how to) Downloads: Android 4.2 Download (please choose your carrier) Verizon | T-Mobile | AT&T | Sprint | International | US Cellular | Metro PCS GAPPS (Google Apps) Download Procedure Place the two files on your SD Card  *Download the files directly on the device to place them in your internal storage  Download Rom Manager *This is a free root required application that allows you to boot into recovery, manage roms, and manage backups.  Reboot into Recovery *Using Rom Manager, navigate to “Reboot Recovery”  Backup your current rom *Using the volume rocker as up/down, navigate to “backup”, and select with the power button.  Clear Data and Cache *Using your volume rocker as up/down, navigate to “Wipe Data/ Factory Reset”, and select with the power button. Then navigate to “Wipe Cache partition”, and select with the power button. Install the Android 4.2 rom *Using your volume rocker as up/down, navigate to “Install Zip from Internal”, then navigate to the “download” folder, and select the Cyanogenmod 10.1 .zip file.  Install the GAPPS *Using your volume rocker as up/down, navigate to “Install Zip from Internal”, then navigate to the “download” folder, and select the GAPPS .zip file Reboot and Enjoy *You’re done! Please remember that rooting and flashing custom roms to your device can be very, very dangerous. AndroidGuys.com and myself are not responsible for any problems that may occur during this process. For an added tutorial, please view the attached video for a visual step-by-step tutorial.   Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

LG VS870 could be Verizon’s LG Escape Posted: 23 Jan 2013 08:42 AM PST In a recent clearing at the FCC, the LG VS870 may be making its way to Verizon in the near future. The VS870 is virtually the same device as the LG Escape, a 4.3″ budget phone on AT&T. If all pans out, the VS870 looks to be a Verizon variant with the same 4.3″ screen, now with added 4G LTE and Qi wireless charging. The LG Escape offered exceptionally good battery life for the price, hopefully they are able to keep that with the added LTE, making for a suitable budget Android phone. Source: Engadget   Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

T-Mobile the only carrier not confirmed to offer HTC M7 Posted: 23 Jan 2013 08:34 AM PST T-Mobile USA is the only major carrier that has yet to sign on for the upcoming HTC M7, according to the often-correct @evleaks. AT&T is the third wireless provider to jump on board with the device, following Sprint and Verizon. Those two, by the way, have been tied to the device for a while now. HTC M7 confirmed for AT&T, leaving TMO as the only major US carrier lacking concrete evidence. — @evleaks (@evleaks) January 22, 2013   With roughly a month to go before Mobile World Congress, there’s plenty of time for T-Mobile to jump in line. Truth be told, I find it ridiculous to think that the carrier would not want to offer the same phone as the three bigger players. For a company who continues to struggle without the iPhone, T-Mobile should be doing their part to keep pace on every other front. As a recap, the HTC M7 is expected to be unveiled at MWC in late February. Thus far, leaked renders and images suggest a form factor that blends the One X+ and Droid DNA with a splash of Windows Phone 8X in the mix. Rumored specifications, which are always subject to change, include: Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean HTC Sense 5.0 UI 4.7-inch 1080p 468ppi display Quad-core 1.7GHz Qualcomm APQ8064 processor 32GB internal memory 2GB RAM 13-megapixel rear camera 2-megapixel front-facing camera No expandable storage card slot 2,300 mAh battery LTE/HSPA+ connectivity Beats Audio enhancements IR Port (universal remote control capabilities) Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

International Galaxy S2 Jellybean Update with Nature UX Posted: 23 Jan 2013 07:58 AM PST A few lucky Galaxy S2 owners recently received an OTA (over the air) update for Android 4.1.2 JellyBean. This update brings the beloved, Google Now, Project Butter, and expandable notifications. This update brings more than Android 4.1 however, with this update, TouchWiz Nature UX was also updated. Samsung’s Nature UX is the same version of TouchWiz found on the Galaxy S3. Nature UX introduces features like smart stay, a more refined interface, and a few new Samsung applications. Currently, this update has only been spotted on Spanish International devices, but there is no doubt that this update will make its way to other regions in the coming weeks. As for the US variants, our fate lies in the hands of our carriers.   Source: Android Central Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

Lookout intros two new features to help fight lost and stolen phones Posted: 23 Jan 2013 07:51 AM PST Lookout Mobile Security today announced a pair of new features for the Android application. Designed to help combat lost and stolen phones, one comes in the free version while the other is in the Android Premium client. New Lock Cam feature notifies you if anyone tries to access your device, whether it has been stolen, or if it is just someone else trying to peek. Lock Cam silently takes a picture with the front-facing camera of your device of anyone who enters an incorrect password three times into your lock screen. You'll then receive an email with the picture, and the location of your device. Available for Lookout for Android – FREE. Also, now you can add a customized message up to 300 characters to your Lookout Lock Screen, so if your phone is lost, you can help the (hopefully) good Samaritan who finds it,  return it. Available for Lookout for Android Premium ($2.99 month / $29.99 year). Have you downloaded and installed Lookout yet on your Android smartphone? You should, it’s one of our 50 apps you must install before the world ends! Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

Nexus 7 Case-Compatible Desktop Sync and Charge Cradle review Posted: 23 Jan 2013 07:10 AM PST Nexus 7 owners looking to give their beloved Android a slightly more permanent spot in the office or home may want to check out the Nexus 7 Case-Compatible Desktop Sync and Charge Cradle from MobileFun.com. It’s worth noting that this is not the official Asus product and does not employ any of the connectors along the left side of the Nexus 7. No, this one uses the microUSB port from the bottom of your tablet.  With that out of the way, let’s dive in. The cradle itself is almost entirely plastic and provides a very light experience that can be moved about quite easily. Unfortunately, this is also presents an issue when removing the tablet. Seeing as it is not all that heavy, it takes two hands to undock the Nexus 7 from the microUSB port. Yeah, it’s a tight connection Continue reading: Nexus 7 Case-Compatible Desktop Sync and Charge Cradle review Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

Google Q4 2012 earnings released: Steady growth, without including Motorola Posted: 23 Jan 2013 05:55 AM PST Google yesterday released their specifics on earnings from Q4 2012, to include: Some $14.42 billion in revenue, up 36 percent compared to Q4 of 2011. Motorola, which Google continues to operate as a separate company, saw revenue of $1.51 billion, but an operating loss of $353 million. Google has about $48 billion cash on hand Google’s head count remained relatively even to Q3, with some 37,544 at Google proper, 11,113 at Motorola Mobility and 5,204 at Motorola Home. Google did mention heavily in the actual earnings call that their Motorola merger is still not complete, and that the 12-18 month timeline of completion is not only still in full swing, but also unchangeable. According to Google, We do care about profitability, and that is our goal with every one of the areas where we invest, We’re not in the business of losing money with Motorola. be sure to let us know your thoughts below. via ac | google Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

Verizon Q4 and 2012 earnings: great growth all around Posted: 23 Jan 2013 05:27 AM PST Yesterday, Verizon released their Q4 earnings, and total 2012 earnings. The growth seen on their front is terrific, as follows for Q4: 2.2 million net customer additions in the quarter, highest in company history $20 billion in revenue ($16.4 bn being service revenues) for Q4, up 9.5-percent year-over-year Postpaid ARPA (Average Revenue Per Account) grew 6.6-percent y-o-y to $146.80/month Retail postpaid churn rate of 0.95-percent, up 1 basis point year-over-year But, let’s not forget the full 2012 report, which looked like this: 5 million net customer additions for the year, the highest in four years $75.9 billion in revenue ($63.7 bn being service revenues) for 2012, up 8.1-percent year-over-year Ended the year with 98.2 million retail connections (92.5 mm postpaid), up 6.6-percent year-over-year Those customers are dispersed over 35.1 million accounts, up 4.3-percent year-over-year Verizon has also stated that their massive LTE network is now covering about 89% of the US population, clocking in at 276 million people in about 476 different markets. Be sure to check out the source link for the full details. via verizon Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

AT&T acquires Alltel’s 585,000 customers and spectrum bands for $780 million in cash Posted: 23 Jan 2013 05:09 AM PST Well, this was slightly unexpected. AT&T has announced that they will completely acquire the Alltel brand, to include all of their 585,000 customers and spectrum. The deal set AT&T back a hard $780 million, a price tag which AT&T plans to make up for with its new found 700, 850, and 1900 MHz bands of spectrum. AT&T will also get all of Alltel’s network licenses and wireless properties. Alltel is currently a mostly rural area provider, service in mainly Georgia, Idaho, North Carolina, Ohio, and South Carolina. This leads us to believe that AT&T is planning on gobbling up this market and spectrum for their continuing LTE rollout. Presser after the break. Continue reading: AT&T acquires Alltel’s 585,000 customers and spectrum bands for $780 million in cash Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

More possible pictures of the Galaxy S IV leak Posted: 23 Jan 2013 04:45 AM PST When things start heating up like this, they’re bound to happen soon. A new purported leak has emerged of the Samsung Galaxy S IV, and it’s looking slightly different than other reported leaks: noticeably, a slightly different design including a slightly different bezel than the GS3. The S4 is said to come equipped with: 1.8GHz 8-core Exynos 5 Octa processor 4.99-inch 1080p full HD display 13-megapixel rear camera 2GB of RAM 4G LTE connectivity micro SD slot wireless charging capabilities latest version of Android Rumors are also circulating that we could be seeing the S4 anywhere between mid March and late April. PHOTO COURTESY OF BGR | via bgr   Be sure to follow AndroidGuys on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube!

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