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- Sony Honami reportedly due in late summer as i1
- APPTEASERS: 15 Android apps and games you should know about (May 9)
- AT&T trials new pre-paid service as Aio Wireless
- New Kickstarter project ‘Earl’ promises a rugged Android tablet with solar charging, e-ink
- Asus teases something new with “We Transform” video
- BRIEF: Flipboard Magazine gets in-app sharing
- Facebook in “advanced talks” to acquire Waze – Reuters
- Google abandons X Phone project, analyst says
- 5-inch Sony Xperia A passes through FCC
| Sony Honami reportedly due in late summer as i1 Posted: 09 May 2013 01:57 PM PDT
The rumored Sony Honami smartphone will arrive in the United States in late summer as an unlocked handset, reports a number of sources. Allegedly, the phone will bear the name i1 when it touches down, presumably with top-tier specifications. Rumors thus far, and as of late, suggest the i1 could be among the first models to employ the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor.S aid to be the most beautiful Sony device to date, words like glass, metal, and carbon fiber are being tossed around. Other details include the potential for stereo front speakers much in the same manner as HTC One. Unconfirmed hardware could include any or all of the following:
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| APPTEASERS: 15 Android apps and games you should know about (May 9) Posted: 09 May 2013 12:56 PM PDT APPTEASERS is a collection of apps and games that are new to Android, recently updated, discounted, etc. Whatever the case, we think they’re worth exploring and are willing to bet that many of you would enjoy a few of them. We understand that we won’t get every single app that crosses our path but we hope to filter things a bit and pass them along to you, dear reader. What you’ll find below is a quick plug for apps and games, occasionally using the developer’s own words to describe the title. Note that this column is not intended to be a list of “must have” apps but more of a random assortment of titles you might not already know about. Also, be sure to follow us on Facebook and Google+ as we showcase different apps over there as well!
Google I/OUpdated just in time for the annual developer conference, the official app has all sorts of wonderful new features. A must-have for those in attendance, the app is also great for those who like to watch from afar (or who cannot attend). Details in this year’s version include scanning badges via NFC, lock screen widget, HDMI output for video streams, automatic Wi-Fi setup for attendees, and a dedicated mode for watching live streams. (FREE) PodioAlso available on the web and through apps for iPhone and iPad, Podio lets users connect with other coworkers and collaborators. Start one-on-one chats, group chats, track projects, set tasks, and much more. (FREE)
Wizard Ops TacticsPlay as the Wizard Commander and build a Wizard Army of Ice, Fire, Earth and Air Wizards. You’ll have more than 140,000 unique Army combos to choose from so you there endless customization opportunities. Additional details include multiple battlegrounds, objectives, hazards and turn-based game against live human players (online or Pass N’ Play). (FREE)
XonoMail (Beta)How awesome would it be if you what an email was about before opening it on your device? What if the inbox would automatically assign category icons to help you cut through the clutter? This beta client aims to speed up your email experience. Note that it only uses Gmail for now and that it’s limited to English but more account types are expected in short order. (FREE)
SchemesSimple, free tool which lets users send scheduled messages and updates via SMS, Facebook, Twitter and/or email. Pick a time and account and you’re nearly finished! Features a sharp, minimalistic Holo UI and works on all Android 3.0+ devices. Offered in beta, the developers are seeking feedback for improvements and tweaks. (FREE)
Hive DefenseHelp bees protect the hive from angry insects such as caterpillars, ants, spiders, and other bugs. Tap on flowers with a blossom to collect honey – that’s pretty important stuff, ya know. Use both hands to defend that hive but feel free to break out the Bee Queen in case of emergency. Take on your friends in this multiplayer game and see who stings the hardest. (FREE)
Simon SaysAre you a child of the 80′s? We bet you’ll remember the classic memory skill game, Simon. Here’s a refreshed take that includes four difficulty levels and multiple themes. Yep – you can play with Gangnam Style, Hello Kitty, BMW, and other with more to come. Scoreloop integration means local and global leaderboards for every level. (FREE)
ClamottyNeed help picking out the right outfit or coordinating for an evening on the town? Clamotty aims to be your personal advisor and keep you up to date in all things fashion. Details include wish list, a calendar, help packing for a trip, sharing over social media, news, and trends. (FREE)
Countdown WidgetGot a birthday or anniversary coming up that you’re stoked about? Maybe you wanna know how many days there are until Christmas… or school starts up again. Whatever the case, this free app will help you track the days to go. Did ya just kick a bad habit? Great! Now you can also monitor your progress (congrats by the way!). Lots of themes and widget sizes to choose from. (FREE) Download ManagerDownload and manage just about any file you can think of with this free client. Fast and efficient with supports tons of file types, the list of features is seemingly endless. Built in media player lets you handle the files immediately; set images as wallpapers, save songs as ringtones, etc. Yep, you can pause and resume, use tabs, and share as well. (FREE)
SkrotWhat starts out rather silly and lacking quickly turns addictive and disturbing. Skrot is a rusty old noise box with sliders, buttons, and a microphone. Talk into it, adjust some settings, and you’re off to making weird and fantastic sounds. What does it do, though? Nothing – it’s just for fun. You already have enough stuff to do in your daily life. (FREE)
HomeSnapFree app, designed with mobile in mind, lets users find a home’s estimated value, taxes, school district, and more. All from a simple photo. Search, favorite, comment, and share from the edge of the street or the comfort of your own home. Perfect tool for the real estate agent who spends most of their time on the go. That’s all of them, right? (FREE)
OnlyYourLockDress up your lock screen with photos of your friends or loved ones with this customizable app. Details include choice of frames, images, icons, image rotation, and more. New features expected in the future include additional skins and icons. (FREE)
Kids MediaParents and babysitters alike will enjoy being able to access thousands of ratings and reviews for various types of media. Pick out the right movie, book, television show, song, or app using the trusted Common Sense Media advisors. Among other features, the app allows for watching previews, saving items for later, and scanning barcodes of products to learn more. (FREE)
AirLyricsTrying to figure out what the words are to that stupid pop song? Check out this lightweight (under 1MB) and free (ad-supported) client that delivers lyrics. Automatically searches for currently playing song and ties to a myriad of popular Android music apps. Lyrics come from LyricWiki, an ever-growing database of more than 1.8 million songs. (FREE)
Space BombsBrain game which sees you matching up two or bombs of the same type. Your job, over these 17 levels, is to get them to blow up. It starts out easy but gets increasingly more difficult over time. Don’t let us down, the fate of the galaxy rests in your hand. (FREE) The post APPTEASERS: 15 Android apps and games you should know about (May 9) appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| AT&T trials new pre-paid service as Aio Wireless Posted: 09 May 2013 10:00 AM PDT
Plans range from $35 to $70 a month, and devices offered certainly vary in price. A few smartphone options include the new Nokia Lumia 620 for $179.99, the iPhone 5 for $649.99, and Samsung Denima for just $29.99. Remember, there are no contracts or subsidies for these phones, which is why you see such the wide range of pricing. According to Jennifer Van Buskirk, president of Aio Wireless, the reason for the no-contract option was simple:
Just like T-Mobile, AT&T’s Aio Wireless is offering unlimited data with all its plans, but will be pricing the different options based on how much of that data users want at full speed. The largest plan offers 7GB of high-speed data for $70, while a smaller 100MB plan costs $35 a month. We have heard that plans are expected to roll out across the US over the next year. If your interest has been peaked and you’d like more information, check out their link here.
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| New Kickstarter project ‘Earl’ promises a rugged Android tablet with solar charging, e-ink Posted: 09 May 2013 09:14 AM PDT Over at Kickstarter, there’s a new project going for an Android tablet. Isn’t the Android world saturated enough with tablets, though? Well, this one is different. According to the project site:
The tablet promises to bring together:
The device would run on Android 4.1, and will also feature solar charging, as well as a purely e-ink screen. As of this article, Earl has already reached well over $33,000 of their $250,000 goal. You can preorder Earl starting at $249 through June 9th, and backers get 30% off the retail price, as well as prorated discounts towards future upgrades and purchases. Be sure to hit up the source link below for full info, as well as to place your preorder. Let us know what you think in the comments. via kickstarter The post New Kickstarter project ‘Earl’ promises a rugged Android tablet with solar charging, e-ink appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Asus teases something new with “We Transform” video Posted: 09 May 2013 09:12 AM PDT
Asus is cooking up something potentially Android-related and has started teasing it online. A new video called “We Transform” (embedded below) doesn’t spell out any clues or details but, rather, touts some of the cool things that Asus has done in the past. Rumors suggest that the Asus ME302C tablet is what we’ll soon see introduced at Computex in June. Details are expected to include Android 4.2.2, a 1920×1200 display, and Intel Atom processor clocked at 1.6GHz. Respect knuckles to Engadget The post Asus teases something new with “We Transform” video appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| BRIEF: Flipboard Magazine gets in-app sharing Posted: 09 May 2013 08:45 AM PDT
PALO ALTO, Calif., May 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the newest edition of Flipboard that lets everyone curate magazines is available for Android phones and tablets. Now, everyone on a Samsung Galaxy phone, Nexus tablet or other Android device can keep up on all of their news and interests as well as create their own magazines on any topic, event or hobby. Today the company also announced Flipboard Editor, a web-based tool that gives all curators more control over their magazines… The post BRIEF: Flipboard Magazine gets in-app sharing appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Facebook in “advanced talks” to acquire Waze – Reuters Posted: 09 May 2013 08:13 AM PDT
Facebook is reportedly in advance stages of negotiations in an attempt to acquire social-based navigation service Waze. Details are light but it’s said that the deal could fall between $800M and $1B (with a ‘B’) dollars. The buyout talks are alleged to have started in January however the two also got quite cozy in October 2012 when Waze introduced a Facebook client. Waze has been on quite a tear as of late, having grown its user base to 45 million with more than 1.5M downloading the app in March. The post Facebook in “advanced talks” to acquire Waze – Reuters appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Google abandons X Phone project, analyst says Posted: 09 May 2013 07:43 AM PDT
Google, no longer interested in the X Phone, has returned the project to Motorola, or so says a Chinese analyst. According to Sun Chang Xu, a woman with 18 years in the Chinese electronics industry and nearly 100k followers, Google no longer sees the project as innovative. This is not to say that the X Phone series of handsets is going away; Motorola is reportedly running things on their own. Of course, neither Motorola nor Google have said anything on the project and neither has even confirmed things officially. We’re gonna go ahead and say that Google and Motorola are still working very closely on this project. There has been too much noise around what users demand from devices nowadays and it seems too far along to just drop out. What’s more, the Nexus stuff hasn’t necessarily been about top-of-the-line hardware but more of a litmus of where phones should be at the time. The post Google abandons X Phone project, analyst says appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| 5-inch Sony Xperia A passes through FCC Posted: 09 May 2013 07:14 AM PDT
The rumored Xperia A has passed through the FCC on its way to Japan’s NTT DoCoMo. The filing shows the handset as having a 5-inch 1080p HD display, removable 2300mAh battery, 16GB internal storage, and 13-megapixel camera. It’s unclear what processor or version of Android is under the hood but we should find out in the coming days when NTT DoCoMo intros the phone. The post 5-inch Sony Xperia A passes through FCC appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
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