Tuesday, January 29, 2013

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Swiftkey Flow beta inches toward final release with new update

Posted: 28 Jan 2013 12:05 PM PST

swiftkey_flow_720Swiftkey Flow moved on step closer to a final, official release today with the rollout of a new beta version of the keyboard app. As one might expect, the 4.0.0.76 update includes even better predictability and easier changing or correction of previous words. Additionally, the new build also lets users “flow” in just about every text field imaginable.

 

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ZTE jumps into 8-inch tablet game with V81

Posted: 28 Jan 2013 11:14 AM PST

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ZTE has become the latest hardware maker to toss the proverbial hat into the 8-inch tablet ring. The Chinese manufacturer today announced the V81, and 4.1 Jelly Bean experience that mimics the same same size and resolution of the iPad mini.

Details include a 1024 x 768 screen, dual-core 1.4GHz processor, 1GB RAM, 4GB internal storage, and 2-megapixel rear camera. Around front you will find a 0.3-megapixel camera and under the hood rests support for HDMI, Wi-Fi, 21MB HSPA, Bluetooth, GPS, and microSD expansion. Rounding things out, a 3700mAh battery ensures you should get adequate usage time.

Pricing and availability are yet unknown however we expect more information as we approach Mobile World Congress. This is the sort of tablet that may make its way into the United States under Sprint but we don’t have any evidence to support that today.

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T-Mobile gets StarStar Me vanity calling service

Posted: 28 Jan 2013 10:47 AM PST

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T-Mobile today began offering the StarStar Me vanity calling service, bringing personalized mobile phone numbers to the nation’s fourth largest provider. Available for $2.99 per month, the service lets users pick out a customized **NAME for handing out to friends and contacts. This way, others don’t need to memorize the 10-digit phone number.  All they need to do is dial **WHATEVER and it will ring through to you. What will you choose?  **ANDROID or **BAWSE?

With the StarStar Me app, available as a free download from Google Play and iTunes, StarStar Me subscribers have the option to automatically respond to calls with a custom text or pre-recorded message or send callers a link to a personal page that includes links to their blog, website, or social media accounts like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, as well as other contact info, which can easily be added into a mobile phone address book.

 

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Verizon to intro new pair of unlimited prepaid plans February 1

Posted: 28 Jan 2013 09:49 AM PST

Verizon is expected to introduce a pair of new unlimited prepaid calling and text plans on February 1, according to PhoneArena. A post from late last week tells of new $60 and $70 options which offer unlimited talk and text. At $60 per month, customers will get 500MB of 3G data, however the $70 plan provides up to 2GB of 3G data. Those on the current $80 plan (1GB data) can keep their plan though it is unclear why they would want to do that.

Keep in mind, this is only a 3G data connection so those of you who expect to super fast speeds and downloads will be disappointed. For whatever reasons, Verizon does not offer a 4G LTE prepaid option.

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Are NVIDIA’s plans even bigger than what we saw at CES?

Posted: 28 Jan 2013 09:47 AM PST

According to the Russian tech site Mobile Review, NVIDIA may have some bigger plans up their sleeves than they let on to at CES this year. While we already saw Project Shield and the Tegra 4, MR says that NVIDIA is looking to really dive into designing and making their own devices. The company seems to be going through a process called white-labeling, where one company makes the product, and another puts their label on it.

According to the reports, NVIDIA is looking to get into both the tablet and smartphone markets,and may have plans to start working on these new devices as soon as middle of this year. That means we may quickly be looking at new devices from NVIDIA that not only compete heavily with high-end devices, but also come with a low price tag.

What do you think, readers? Be sure to let us know in the comments!

via mobile review (Russian)

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Sprint debuts rugged, waterproof Kyocera Torque

Posted: 28 Jan 2013 09:03 AM PST

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Sprint today announced the next Android smartphone to offer 4G LTE service on the Now Network, introducing the rugged and waterproof Kyocera Torque. Pricing and exact availability is still unknown however the carrier expects it to show up in the “coming weeks”.

Details for the Kyocera Torque include Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, a 4-inch WVGA LCD IPS capacitive display, a 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon dual-core processor, 4GB internal storage, 1GB RAM, microSD support, and a 2500mAh battery.

If you’re the type of person who needs a phone that handles abuse, then the Torque might be your best option. This guy can take drops, handle water, dirt, and everything else that life throws its way.

Waterproof, Dirt-Proof, Drop-Proof

Built to Military Standard 810G, Torque is made to withstand water, dust, shock, vibration, solar radiation, humidity, and extreme temperatures, along with IP67 standards for dust and water immersion.

Torque has been tested to hold up against life's extremes – including some most people will never see – to help ensure it will be there when you need it, including:

  • Waterproof whether sprayed or immersed in up to one meter of water for up to 30 minutes, Torque can handle all the rain, sprinklers, hoses, spit, drool, drinks, sinks or toilet water life can throw at it – that’s more than can be said of the around 82 million handsets in the U.S. that have already been destroyed by liquid.1
  • Extreme Temperatures of -22° to 140°F (-30° to 60°C) for a non-operating unit for two hours and -4° to 122°F (-20° to 50°C) for an operating unit for three hours – from backcountry snowboard trips to hikes in Death Valley, don't sweat it.
  • Dropped 26 times from 4 feet high – or, the average week with kids at the playground.
  • Heavy dust for six hours – going off the grid while off-roading and camping will never be an issue.
  • Horizontal, vertical and sideways vibrations for one hour – that mountain bike ride or roller coaster will be no match for Torque.
  • Exposure to salt fog, for a complete 48 hour cycle; this cycle includes 24 hours exposure to salt fog followed by 24 hours drying time  – ideal for surfers, beach lovers or those who left their hearts and phones in San Francisco.
  • 95 percent humidity for 10 days straight – the phone can handle it, but its owners may not.
  • Solar radiation exposure of 1120 W/m2 for 24 hours – you might need sunscreen, but your phone doesn't mind soaking up some rays.
  • Low pressure at 57.11 kPa/15,000 feet (4,572 meters) for two hours – higher than the tallest mountain peak in the lower 48 U.S. states.

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HTC M7 parts shown off in video

Posted: 28 Jan 2013 08:57 AM PST

If you follow Android hardware, chances are you’re pretty familiar with the HTC M7, the successor to the HTC One X. The folks over at ETrade Supply managed to get their hands on what appears to be a back casing and front housing of the M7, and it’s shown off some interesting stuff.

Things we’ve noticed are that not only may the screen end up being a 4.7-incher, but we may also be looking at a dedicated camera button – not very common for HTC devices. While there’s not a front glass shown in the above video, it looks like we may be looking at a design pretty similar to the Droid DNA. The rear shows a slight hump to the back, as well.

We can’t say if this is a final design or simply a prototype, but we’d love to hear you thoughts. Be sure to leave them in the comments below.

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Samsung now offering special edition Garnet Red Galaxy Tab 2

Posted: 28 Jan 2013 06:34 AM PST

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Samsung has today begun selling a new Garnet Red Edition of the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 for a limited time. The special edition comes with preloaded with 4.1 Android Jelly Bean, costs only $219.99 and includes a matching Garnet Red case. Valued at $50 by itself this is quite a package for the money. If you’re planning on taking your time to decide over the new tablet, don’t bother. This is on a limited time/while supplies last case at Walmart, Amazon.com, Office Depot, Fry's, Tiger Direct, Toys"R"Us and other fine retailers.

GALAXY TAB 2 7.0 - Garnet Red

Limited edition color offering is a blend of on-the-go portability and style – includes free matching case, runs Android Jelly Bean 

RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J., January 28, 2013 – Samsung Electronics America Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today announced that a new Garnet Red Edition of the powerful GalaxyTab® 2 7.0 will be available for a limited time, beginning this week from participating retailers.

The new Galaxy Tab 2  7.0, preloaded with Android 4.1, Jelly Bean, showcases Samsung's commitment to providing users with choice, portability and entertainment. This limited edition version of the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 iscompetitively priced at $219.99 and also includes a matching Garnet Red case ($50 value) at no additional cost.

A stylish choice perfect for Valentine's Day or any occasion

The Garnet Red Edition Galaxy Tab 2 was created for consumers who want to stay connected and entertained on-the-go, and are seeking a unique color offering.

"This new eye-catching version of the Galaxy Tab 2 offers endless entertainment in the palm of your hand, while the stylish Garnet Red look will set you apart from the crowd," said Michael Abary, Senior Vice President, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. "The Garnet Red version of the Galaxy® S III has been incredibly well-received, so we are happy to make the same brilliant color available for our Galaxy Tab 2 as well."

A compact 7" powerhouse that's smart and easy to use

The Galaxy Tab 2 is a powerful dual-core tablet running Android Jelly Bean, and features an easily accessible memory card slot for convenient loading of multimedia files in a range of supported file formats.

The tablet offer endless content access in a sleek design that can maximize the home entertainment experience. The Smart Remote App and built-in IR Blaster turns the Galaxy Tab 2 into a universal remote, helping users to easily find their favorite shows and change the channel directly from the tablet. Users can choose from hundreds of thousands of apps or access favorite movies and TV shows from Google Play or Media Hub.

The new Garnet Red Edition Galaxy Tab 2 will be available while supplies last, from Walmart, Amazon.com, Office Depot, Fry's, Tiger Direct, Toys"R"Us and other fine retailers.

It features a 7" TFT display and measures 0.41" x 4.8" x 7.6". Weight including battery is 0.76 lbs and it features a built-in microSD slot supports up to 32 GB of additional storage. Connectivity includes WiFi, Bluetooth 3.0, USB2.0 host, and integrated IR for home theater control.

A choice for every consumer

In addition to this new version of the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0, Samsung continues to offer the Galaxy Tab 2 in classic black or white in both 10.1 and 7.0 sizes. As well, the award-winning Galaxy Note 10.1 with integrated S-pen is available in black or white as well.

More information can be found at www.samsung.com.

About Samsung Electronics America

Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, NJ, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., markets a broad range of award-winning, digital consumer electronics and home appliance products, including HDTVs, home theater systems, MP3 players, digital imaging products, refrigerators and washing machines. A recognized innovation leader in consumer electronics design and technology, Samsung is the HDTV market leader in the U.S. Please visit www.samsung.com for information.

© 2013 Samsung Electronics America, Inc. Samsung AND Galaxy Tab are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Android, and Google Play are trademarks of Google, Inc.  All other brand, product, service names and logos are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective manufacturers and/or owners.  Screen Images are Simulated.

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