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- Get this look for your Android: Metro
- Bitdefender’s Clueful provides insight into your Android apps
- Find the best parking spots in more than 1,800 cities with ParkMe
- Boost Mobile dials up waterproof Kyocera Hydro EDGE
- AT&T: we plan to enable pre-loaded video chat apps over cellular for all our customers
- See 4G coverage in real time with new app from Mosaik
- Running the tables: Samsung took 95% of global profits earned from Android in Q1 2013
- Budget-end LG Optimus F3 and high-end LG Optimus G Pro pictured for Sprint
- U.S. Cellular adds rugged Kyocera Hydro XTRM to lineup
- Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile to offer Samsung Galaxy S 3 in June
- Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 may be Intel-powered
- HTC One to receive Android 4.2.2 “very soon”, source indicates
| Get this look for your Android: Metro Posted: 21 May 2013 01:10 PM PDT Do you know what love to do with our Android handsets and tablets? We’re huge fans of changing the home screen around a bit and creating a new user experience. That’s why we present a weekly series of Get This Look posts. In a nutshell we show you a new look for your Android handset and tell you which apps you’ll need if you want to mimic the feel. Some of these are a little easier to create than others and many of them can be tweaked to no end. The following details are but the ingredients to which you can create your own delicious Android dish; your results will vary. Which is awesome! If nothing else, this is a great way to discover new apps, widgets, icons, and more!
Metro by Nikk WHY WE LOVE THIS LOOK:Look, we’re not above saying that some of the other platforms have a few features and details that work well. With that in mind, the Metro/tiles from Windows Phone can be pretty cool when done right. Those of you who like to mix up icons and widgets might appreciate the way in which this design features both. Once in place, it’s very easy to move things around and play with the overall feel. We appreciate that there are not too many apps to install here and that the design doesn’t cost a penny! Well, that is provided you don’t donate to developers. Nevertheless, these free apps can be used in a myriad of ways to tweak our home screens. Check the archives for even more inspiration! WHAT YOU’LL NEED
What else:
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| Bitdefender’s Clueful provides insight into your Android apps Posted: 21 May 2013 11:26 AM PDT
Bitdefender has released its latest Android app today, Clueful, as a tool for users to gain insight into their installed apps. Available as a free download, the app looks at a user’s apps to help them better understand how each deals with your information and/or privacy.
As Bitdefender reminds us, Android apps can do any one (or more) of the following things:
Of course not all of these are a surprise as some of them even list these things in their description. What’s more, the general Google Play installation process provides users with the details. On the other hand, we’re not gonna knock a free app that aims to help educate Android users. Download Clueful for Android (Google Play) The post Bitdefender’s Clueful provides insight into your Android apps appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Find the best parking spots in more than 1,800 cities with ParkMe Posted: 21 May 2013 10:36 AM PDT
Ever take a road trip to a new (read: major) city and find yourself wondering where the heck you can park the car? Who is the closest? Who has the best rates? It’s a tough problem to contend with, especially if you’re only in town for a few hours or days. ParkMe announced on Tuesday that the official app has arrived for Android. With this client, users can locate the closest and/or cheapest parking available. What’s more, the app provides hours of operation, payment types, real-time occupancy info and more. As of today, the database includes more than 28,000 locations around the globe in 1,800 cities, 32 countries and seven continents. Download ParkMe for Android (Google Play) PARKME LAUNCHES ANDROID APP Empowers Android Users in 1,800+ Cities Worldwide SANTA MONICA, CALIF., MAY 21, 2013 – ParkMe, the leading provider of real-time parking information to navigation companies and consumers, today announced that its award-winning parking app has launched on the Android platform, giving even more drivers access to critical information about the closest, cheapest parking available. The ParkMe Android app has been designed for the new Google Maps (API v2) with improved interface and colors. ParkMe shows parking rates, hours of operation, payment types, and real-time occupancy information for off-street parking lots. The app, which has recently jumped into the top 10 of free navigation apps in the iTunes App Store, provides drivers with live parking information in hundreds of cities across North America and Europe. Users are able to find the perfect parking spot in more than 28,000 locations around the globe, 1,800 cities, 32 countries and seven continents. With Android's strength in the market as the world's largest smartphone platform, ParkMe will be able to reach more drivers than ever before. "This is a monumental step forward in the expansion of our company," said Sam Friedman, CEO and co-founder. "ParkMe is solving what is arguably one of life's most frustrating experiences and with our expansion on Android, more drivers than ever will be equipped to save time and money, and instantly determine the best parking spot option available nearby." "We've taken the hassle out of parking and are thrilled to roll out our popular go-to app for parking on Android so more drivers can experience the smartest, most efficient and responsible way to find parking," said Alex Israel, COO and co-founder. "The top worldwide smartphone marketplace now includes real-time parking data. To learn more about ParkMe and its services, visit ParkMe.com. The free Android app is available for immediate download in the Google Play store. About ParkMe Based in Santa Monica, Calif., ParkMe is the leading provider of real-time parking information to navigation companies and consumers. Consumers can access ParkMe via GPS and in-car navigation systems, ParkMe.com, online widgets,iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad and Android apps. Founded by Sam Friedman and Alex Israel, ParkMe’s mission is to make parking easier, faster and cheaper. The Company collects and aggregates data about both on-street and off-street parking, and has built the world’s most comprehensive parking database. This includes more than 28,000 worldwide locations in more than 1,800 cities, 32 countries and seven continents. ParkMe can be found on the Web atParkMe.com, on Twitter @TheParkMeApp , and on Facebook Facebook.com/TheParkMeApp.
ParkMe is backed by a highly respected group of investors, including Fontinalis Partners, IDG Ventures and Angeleno Group. Fontinalis Partners is a leading transportation technology strategic investment firm founded by Bill Ford, Ralph Booth, Mark Schulz, Chris Cheever, and Chris Thomas. IDG Ventures is a global network of venture capital funds with approximately $5 billion under management and a portfolio of over 220 companies built over the last 15 years.
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| Boost Mobile dials up waterproof Kyocera Hydro EDGE Posted: 21 May 2013 10:05 AM PDT
Sprint and Boost Mobile announced on Tuesday that the waterproof Kyocera Hydro Edge will be offered later this summer. Pricing and exact timing are not clear however we’ll get those details closer to the launch. Key specifications for the Kyocera Hydro EDGE include Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, a 4-inch IPS impact-resistant display, 1GHz dual-core processor, and 5-megapixel rear camera. With an IP57 rating, the handset can withstand dust and water immersion (up to 30 minutes in 1 meter of water). Waterproof Kyocera Hydro Edge Splashes into Sprint and Boost Mobile this Summer LAS VEGAS – May 21, 2013 – Get summer-ready and ditch the water-damage worries of texting near water. Today,Sprint (NYSE:S), Boost Mobile and Kyocera Communications Inc. announce the upcoming availability of the Kyocera Hydro Edge smartphone. Whether it's dropped in water or run through the sprinkler, Hydro Edge is built to withstand sprayed water or submersion in up to 3.28 feet of fresh water for 30 minutes. Building on the success of the original Kyocera Hydro, which launched at Boost Mobile in 2012, Hydro Edge will be available this summer from both Sprint and Boost Mobile, one of Sprint's no-contract[1] brands. Hydro Edge boasts many enhancements to its predecessor, including a dual-core processor, 4-inch touchscreen, Android 4.1 and Kyocera's Smart Sonic Receiver technology. Exact pricing and launch date will be announced closer to availability. "Just about everyone knows someone who has damaged their phone in water," said Fared Adib, senior vice president-Product Development, Sprint. "Kyocera Hydro Edge is the perfect smartphone to eliminate the panic of water damage for busy parents or anyone who works outside – from lifeguards to landscape architects. Sprint is making it even more affordable to enjoy Hydro Edge by giving our customers the choice between Sprint and Boost Mobile for their device purchase." The benefits of Hydro Edge from Sprint include:
Customers choosing to dip their Hydro Edge into the no-contract pool with Boost Mobile will appreciate:
Regardless of how you pay for your wireless services, Kyocera Hydro Edge on Sprint and Boost includes:
"Kyocera Hydro Edge is the next generation of the original Kyocera Hydro, which launched at Boost Mobile in 2012 and has been a top seller ever since," said Eric Anderson, senior vice president and general manager of global sales and marketing at Kyocera Communications Inc. "People clearly see the value of an affordable smartphone that's also waterproof. With Hydro Edge, we're keeping those core values while taking performance to a new level." Smart Sonic Receiver Technology Hydro Edge features Kyocera's proprietary, award-winning Smart Sonic Receiver technology, which eliminates the need for a traditional speaker in a handset by using vibrations to transmit sounds directly to the eardrum. Placing the phone in contact with the general area of the ear creates clear sound even in very noisy environments, such as construction sites, sporting events, concerts and playgrounds. Removing the traditional speaker eliminates the need for a speaker cavity in the phone’s housing, enabling cleaner aesthetics and enhanced waterproofing. The technology received multiple "Best of" awards when it was introduced at CTIA Wireless 2012, the wireless industry's largest U.S. trade show. Please visit kyocerasmartphones.com/hydro- The post Boost Mobile dials up waterproof Kyocera Hydro EDGE appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| AT&T: we plan to enable pre-loaded video chat apps over cellular for all our customers Posted: 21 May 2013 09:16 AM PDT If you’ve checked out the new Hangouts app on AT&T, chances are you’re pretty familiar with the message stating “You must be connected to a Wi-Fi network to join a video call”. Heck, you’re even used to it if you’ve tried to use FaceTime over their cellular data network. According to AT&T at first, the issue with Hangouts was to be blamed on Google. According to them, since the app replaced a native Android app (Talk), then it was up to Google to make it work. Now, however, AT&T has come out to say that all their video chat apps will work over mobile data by the end of the year. In a statement, AT&T said:
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| See 4G coverage in real time with new app from Mosaik Posted: 21 May 2013 09:15 AM PDT
Announced today at CTIA 2013, the coverage app lets U.S. Andy owners see 4G availability for AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon in real time. Users can also view cellular network services in their current area or scan the overall 4G picture nationally. Even more appealing is the ability to filter 4G coverage in smaller details such as 2G, 3G, 4G, and 4G LTE. The CellMaps Mobile Coverage app is available now for free via Google Play, or you can choose to upgrade the application by purchasing the $1.99 annual subscription.
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| Running the tables: Samsung took 95% of global profits earned from Android in Q1 2013 Posted: 21 May 2013 09:06 AM PDT Samsung’s ‘galaxy” line has been long joked about to be a hint at their intention to take over the universe, but the latest analytics numbers may prove that to be startlingly accurate. Not in a literal sense, of course, but rather in a financial way. According to research from Strategy Analytics, Samsung raked in a full ninety-five percent of the total profits made on global Android devices in the first quarter of this year. According to the study, total profits made from Android in Q1 were an estimated $5.3 billion. How much did Samsung take in out of that amount? According to the report:
The report goes on to say that, while LG did see a small profit, the company simply does not have the massive “volume scale needed to match Samsung’s outsized profits”. Neil Mawston, Director of Strategy Analytics, believes that Samsung is now making more money off of Android than Google. Let that sink in for a moment. via strategyanalytics | digitaltrends The post Running the tables: Samsung took 95% of global profits earned from Android in Q1 2013 appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Budget-end LG Optimus F3 and high-end LG Optimus G Pro pictured for Sprint Posted: 21 May 2013 08:43 AM PDT LG, in their attempt to help bring 4G to lower-end devices, looks to be continuing down that road with a new device. The LG Optimus F3 was shown off by leaker @evleaks, and appears to come complete with 4G, as well as a 4-inch WVGA display. The device shown is only a render, but does seem to be heading for Sprint “in the next few weeks”. There’s also the 5.5 ich LG Optimus G Pro, which is currently only on AT&T, said to be headed to Sprint as well. The device, dubbed with model number LS980, is set to hit the Now Network “this quarter”. via phonearena The post Budget-end LG Optimus F3 and high-end LG Optimus G Pro pictured for Sprint appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| U.S. Cellular adds rugged Kyocera Hydro XTRM to lineup Posted: 21 May 2013 08:42 AM PDT
U.S. Cellular announced on Tuesday that the waterproof and shock-proof Kyocera Hydro XTRM will soon join its smartphone roster. the 4G LTE handset runs Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and features a 4-inch impact resistant display and1.2GHz dual-core processor, as well as Military Standard 810G certification (shock and drops) and IP57 certification (up to 3.28 feet of water for up to 30 minutes). The Kyocera Hydro XTRM will cost $29.99 with instant rebate and will be available starting on Friday, May 24. U.S. CELLULAR LAUNCHES 4G LTE KYOCERA HYDRO XTRM SMARTPHONE CHICAGO & SAN DIEGO (May 21, 2013) – U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) and Kyocera Communications Inc. have announced that the waterproof, shock-proof Kyocera Hydro XTRM is available online today and will be in stores on May 24 for $29.99 after instant rebate. The 4G LTE Hydro XTRM has Military Standard 810G certification for shock and drops and carries IP57 certification for protection against dust and immersion in up to 3.28 feet of water for up to 30 minutes. This durable smartphone is the latest device to join U.S. Cellular's 4G LTE line-up and is ready to handle whatever life throws at it. Businesses and consumers who purchase this device from U.S. Cellular also receive a valuable rewards program that recognizes customer loyalty. "Whether you are on a family vacation near a water park or campground or your job takes you outdoors in more extreme conditions, the Hydro XTRM keeps you connected to the people and information you need," said Edward Perez, vice president of sales and marketing operations for U.S. Cellular. "At U.S. Cellular, we want to provide a better wireless experience, and our customers can rely on this phone to keep working through accidental drops, unexpected rain or harsh environments." The Kyocera Hydro XTRM has a 1.2 GHz dual-core processor, is powered by Android™ 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and has a 4-inch impact-resistant touchscreen with reinforced housing for extra durability. It is tough enough to withstand the elements and powerful enough to download apps and videos seamlessly. Kyocera's innovative and award-winning Smart Sonic Receiver technology turns sounds in to vibrations that go directly to the eardrum, so you can hear clearly even in noisy environments such as sporting events with friends and family or in a bustling office with multiple people. And with front- and rear-facing cameras, it is ideal for snapping quality photos or video-chatting with friends and co-workers. "Hydro XTRM is the next-generation device in the Hydro family of products for people who live life to the fullest and want a phone that can keep up," said Eric Anderson, senior vice president and general manager of global sales and marketing at Kyocera Communications Inc. "With its attractive styling and excellent performance, you may quickly forget that it's built to survive the daily grind of life's spills, falls and unexpected downpours. But you'll be thrilled when life happens and you're relying on the Hydro XTRM to get you through it all." U.S. Cellular, in partnership with King Street Wireless, currently offers 4G LTE service covering 61 percent of its customers in select cities in Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia and Wisconsin. By the end of this year, 87 percent of U.S. Cellular customers will have access to 4G LTE speeds. For more information about the 4G LTE experience, visit uscellular.com/4G. The post U.S. Cellular adds rugged Kyocera Hydro XTRM to lineup appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile to offer Samsung Galaxy S 3 in June Posted: 21 May 2013 08:11 AM PDT
Specifications for the Samsung Galaxy S 3 are in line with what you’d expect and include a 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLED display, a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, an 8-megapixel rear camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC support.  Boost Mobile customers can pair the Samsung Galaxy S 3 4G with one of the $55 Android Monthly Unlimited plans with Shrinking Payments, eventually getting to as low as $40 a month. For the money, customers get unlimited nationwide talk, text and picture messaging, and 2.5GB per month of high-speed data. Virgin Mobile subscribers can match the phone up with a no-contract plan for as low as $35 per month.Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile USA Each Strengthen Their 4G LTE Lineups With Award-Winning Samsung Galaxy S III in June Sprint's industry-leading prepaid brands Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile USA – along with Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile) – will add Samsung Galaxy S® III to both brands' expansive lineups of smartphone devices. Launching in June, the high-end Android smartphone will operate on the Sprint 3G and 4G LTE networks, with 4G LTE available to Boost and Virgin Mobile customers in 88 markets. Pricing information will be available from both Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile at a later date. "Samsung Galaxy S III is a premium smartphone designed to deliver one of the hottest handset experiences to consumers," said Jeff Hallock, senior vice president, Marketing-Sprint. "Offering this device on both Boost and Virgin Mobile with the value, choice and flexibility of their no-contract[[1] Service on both the Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile brands are subject to acceptance of certain terms and conditions.1] wireless plans makes moving from a long-term contract a simple decision. This is another stellar handset that further validates both brands' leadership in this space, a nationwide network[[2] Coverage is not available everywhere.2] with unlimited no-contract offers." With the super-fast 4G LTE network from Sprint, Galaxy S III brings the user to a whole new level of sharing capabilities and delivers the ultimate postpaid experience without a contract. A 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLEDTMtouchscreen – the largest available in both the Boost and Virgin lineups – and an 8-megapixel rear-facing, zero shutter-lag camera combined with a powerful 1.5GHz dual-core processor elevates how customers can stay connected with family and friends. Additional key features of the Samsung Galaxy S III include:
Flexible No-Contract Service Options Samsung Galaxy S III 4G can be paired with Boost Mobile's no-contract¹ $55 Android Monthly Unlimited plan with Shrinking Payments. For every six on-time payments, the cost of Boost Mobile's Monthly Unlimited plan shrinks by $5, eventually getting down to as low as $40 a month for unlimited nationwide talk, text and picture messaging, Web[[3] Includes 2.5GB per month of high-speed data. Adaptive protocol video limited to 3G speeds. When mobile hotspot add-on purchased (only for select devices), data usage is total combined device and hotspot data use. 3], email and calls to 411. Payments do not need to be consecutive to qualify for the next savings milestone. Because of the innovative technology of Samsung Galaxy S III, Virgin Mobile customers will appreciate the real savings over postpaid service of our monthly no contract plans which offer unlimited data and messaging starting at $35 per month. These Beyond Talk plans are especially designed for data-savvy customers, who tend to surf the Internet, send emails, instant messages and post to social networks more than they use their phones for calling. As Sir Richard Branson asks in his Virgin Mobile USA video manifesto for A Higher Calling, "Why pay for minutes when it's unlimited data you really want?" Please visit Boost Mobile LTE Markets & Virgin Mobile LTE Markets for more information. Samsung, Galaxy S, S Beam and All Share Play are all trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. Other company names, product names and marks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners and may be trademarks or registered trademarks. About Boost Mobile Boost Mobile, recently recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as "Highest Satisfaction with the Purchase Experience among Non-Contract Wireless Providers," offers wireless phones and services with no long-term contracts. Boost Mobile redefines value for wireless consumers with its Monthly Unlimited with Shrinking Payments no-contract service, where the longer you stay the less you pay with on-time payments for unlimited voice, text messaging, Web, email and calls to 411. Boost Mobile offers nationwide service on the Nationwide Sprint Network, reaching more than 279 million people, with no activation or long-distance fees. Boost Mobile offers a selection of quality handsets from BlackBerry, HTC, Kyocera, LG, Motorola and Samsung, ranging from entry-level to Android™ smartphone devices available nationwide at nearly 20,000 major retail stores, including Best Buy, RadioShack, Target, Family Dollar, Walgreens and Walmart, Sprint retail stores, independent wireless dealer locations, and on HSN, a leading TV home shopping network. Re-Boost® Cards are available at approximately 100,000 locations throughout the United States. Experience Boost Mobile on the Web at Facebook and Twitter; and purchase products at www.boostmobile.com. About Virgin Mobile USA Virgin Mobile USA offers millions of customers control, flexibility and connectivity through Virgin Mobile’s Beyond Talk™ No-Contract plans with unlimited 3G data, and available 4G data speeds for mobile phone service, including Android™-powered smartphones and for prepaid Broadband2Go high- About Samsung Telecommunications America Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC, (Samsung Mobile) a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets, wireless infrastructure and other telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com. About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are transforming the worlds of televisions, smartphones, personal computers, printers, cameras, home appliances, LTE systems, medical devices, semiconductors and LED solutions. We employ 236,000 people across 79 countries with annual sales of US$187.8 billion. To discover more, please visit www.samsung.com. The post Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile to offer Samsung Galaxy S 3 in June appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 may be Intel-powered Posted: 21 May 2013 07:50 AM PDT
Intel could be the chipmaker of choice for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1, according to recently spied benchmarks. As noted by SamMobile, the GLBenchmark site shows both the GT-P5200 and GT-P5210 as being powered by a 1.6GHz dual-core Atom Z2560 processor. The difference, as you likely guessed, is that one model is Wi-Fi while the other also offers 3G connectivity.
Additional details for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 are expected to include a 10.1-inch 1280×800 display and Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean. It will be interesting to see if the change in chipmaker has any effect on pricing or if it helps Samsung muscle even further into the tablet market. Does it matter to you who makes the processor in your phone or tablet? The post Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 may be Intel-powered appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| HTC One to receive Android 4.2.2 “very soon”, source indicates Posted: 21 May 2013 07:11 AM PDT
The HTC One is set to receive its Android 4.2.2 update in the very near future, according to trusted tweeter @LlabTooFeR. A number of tweets over the last few days paint a picture of the smartphone picking up the latest release of Jelly Bean with an HTC Sense 5.1 experience.
Given that HTC has yet to make any formal announcements regarding the 4.2 update we’re going to have to keep this firmly in the rumor corner. With that said, we’re inclined to believe HTC is making headway on the Jelly Bean front. We might look for something along the lines of a Facebook announcement in the coming days or weeks. The post HTC One to receive Android 4.2.2 “very soon”, source indicates appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
Boost Mobile and Virgin Mobile announced on Monday that both carriers will soon offer the 4G LTE-ready Samsung Galaxy S 3. Pricing and exact timing will be announced by the respective providers in short order however we expect each to release the smartphone in June.
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