Posted: 07 Feb 2012 06:54 PM PST   Microsoft is at it again — no, it’s not another new patent lawsuit — instead, they’re bringing OneNote to Android devices in their all new application launching on the Market today. Microsoft OneNote is one of many note taking apps for Android, the key benefit here is Microsoft is looking at users who are already using the desktop software, allowing them to sync and take their notes with them on-the-go using SkyDrive.   Standard note taking features can be found like typing out text, pictures, bullet points and check boxes. But there’s a catch — users are only allowed to store and edit up to 500 notes at which point you’ll have to pony up the cash in an in-app purchase for unlimited use. Seems Microsoft is banking on the fact that maybe not everyone in the world has heard of more robust and full featured note taking apps like EverNote, Springpad or Catch. Still, if you want to give it a test run, you can find the app for free right now in the Android Market. [Market Link] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 06:18 PM PST   It goes without saying that battery life is a huge concern in the Android space, where juice hungry devices gobble up mAh’s faster than data on Verizon’s LTE. Now, there have been plenty of ideas to help deal with this hard pressing issue, everything from extended batteries, solar powered devices, to the very distant future of devices that can charge themselves. But this concept design from Francois Rybarczyk deals with the hassle of carrying a charger around with you, especially when we don’t always carry around purses or “murses” (man-purses) to stash them in. It’s called the Autonome and the concept shows us an extended battery that comes with it’s own built-in fold out plug that eliminates the need to carry around the ‘ol ball and chain, otherwise known as USB charger and cable.  The module acts as a bonus battery, in addition to the standard that stays inside the device. Although the concept unrealistically hopes for a quick 30 second charge on the detachable battery module, a more realistic expectation would be somewhere in the ballpark of around 30-minutes using fast charge technology (coming soon to a Sony device near you). Need a bit more juice? Plug in the module and rely on the standard battery for a few minutes. Not using your device and want even more of a charge? Plug your phone into the wall where you can charge both the standard battery, and bonus module.  Concepts can be fun, although for the most part they leave techies like me in need a cold shower after fantasizing (too much info?). I guess for now, OEM’s should focus on making their devices thinner so that bigger, not just for looks — but so that 3,000mAh batteries could still fit into them, while leaving a relatively slim profile. Even still, concepts like the Autonome with it’s all-in-one solution could prvoe to be helpful for those days when you need to charge. What do you guys think? [Yanko Design | Via Crave] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 05:41 PM PST   Hot on the heels of yesterday’s news that Motorola would be seeking 2.25% an iPhone after a patent win against Apple in Germany, it seems the Android OEM is picking up their patents and setting their sights on a new target. According to FossPatents, it seems the German court who sided with Motorola would most likely side with them again in their patent dispute with Microsoft, possibly gaining the same 2.25% for sales of their products like Windows 7, Xbox 360, etc. The patents in question have to do with Motorola’s video compression and decompression technology, used for reducing bandwidth when streaming video online. We’ll have to wait to see how things turn out but I guess it’s only fitting after the royalties Microsoft has been receiving from Android OEM’s who caved in to their demands. [FossPatents] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 02:12 PM PST   When Google today launched Chrome for Android in beta they did so without support for Adobe Flash. For many users this seemed surprising given the strong push for Flash on Google’s mobile OS after Steve Jobs and Apple refused to allow Adobe’s platform on their iOS devices. The writing, however, was on the wall. Last November Adobe announced that they would discontinue the development of Flash for mobile — save for a few security and bug updates that have trickled out since — and today they are reiterating their stance. Plainly, there is no chance of seeing Flash support in the mobile version of Chrome. They suggest users looking for Flash content in a mobile browser crafted by Google use the stock Android browser. Adobe will continue to work on their Flash platform, but mostly as it relates to their AIR technology. For interactive and immersive web content the company is focusing their efforts on HTML5. That should make things pretty clear: there won’t be Flash in Chrome for Android. Sorry, folks. [via Adobe | Thanks to all who sent this in!] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 01:25 PM PST   Motorola is working on an update that will bring even more functionality to their MOTOACTV fitness tracker and music player. After providing a few minor software tweaks over previous months, the update planned for March will expand the MOTOACTV’s tracking abilities from biking, running, and walking to a range of other sports including yoga, dancing, Pilates, and martial arts. That’s big news for many owners of the device who have been requesting a greater range of activity support since the Android-based smart watch launched. Other enhancements will include the ability to activate the device’s display with the flick of the wrist, set WiFi networks directly from the MOTOACTV, and compete against other users through the MOTOACTV online portal. It’s great to see Motorola expand the device’s capabilities rather than let it fall into obscurity, something other smartwatch makers have been more than happy to let happen. If Moto keeps pushing quality updates to the MOTOACTV it has plenty of life left in it. [via Motorola] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 01:11 PM PST   It may be hard to imagine, but the seeds of what eventually grew to be the Sony Tablet P were planted long before the iPad made tablets cool. The initial idea for a dual-screened clamshell device actually came to fruition shortly after the PDA boom of the late 90s and was first mocked up using a $4 wallet to illustrate the folding concept. Sony’s Takeshi Goto, head of VAIO and mobile products, spoke with Engadget Chinese about the development of the Tablet P from concept to final product, revealing the many alterations made to the design over the years. Designers debated among several screen sizes from 5-inches to 7-inches and evaluated Windows as an operating system on an x86 platform before settling on a two 5.5-inch displays and Android running on an ARM CPU. At one point a prototype more closely resembled the Nintendo DS than the tablet we know today. It’s a design unique from the majority of the tablet field and speaks to Sony’s commitment to innovative design. The full (translated) story and more images can be found at the link below. [via Engadget Chinese] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 12:50 PM PST   There was a Gingerbread update available via Samsung Kies for the Infuse 4G, but it is no more after a few issues surfaced in the build of Android 2.3.6. It’s quite possible that Samsung knew the update wasn’t fully baked all along, as AT&T announced the software before the manufacturer of the Infuse 4G had time to even get the proper files on their servers. The two companies eventually got on the same page and users were able to sideload the update to their devices, but a new post at Samsung’s support forums says the OS upgrade has been put on hold. A fix is in the works as we speak and Samsung hopes to have things back on track shortly. [via AndroidCentral] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 12:38 PM PST  T-Mobile wants to help you stay connected with loved ones this Valentine’s day by offering all smartphones and select tablets free with a new two-year service plan. On February 11th, new and existing customers signing up for T-Mobile’s Classic Plan or Unlimited Value Plan will be able to take advantage of savings on devices such as the Samsung Galaxy S II and T-Mobile SpringBoard. If Cupid’s arrow has struck you and got you lusting after a new smartphone on T-Mobile’s network, you won’t want to miss out on this one-day deal. Check out the press release below. Cupid’s Arrow Hits Mark: T-Mobile Offers Free 4G Phones to Celebrate Valentine’s |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 12:05 PM PST  (tl;dr – Carrier Coverage getting root support this week) How would you characterize rooted android users? Geeky, technically savvy early adopters who enjoy tinkering, customizing and innovating? Absolutely, but after the launch of Carrier Coverage yesterday, I might bump a few other adjetives to the top of the list: vocal, influential, and demanding. And I don’t mean demanding in a bad way. I mean demanding in a “we expect a lot from you” kind of way, like parents criticizing their kid for a B+ math grade because they know their child is capable of A+ grades. The Carrier Coverage team worked LONG and HARD on producing a great version 1.0 product (Android Market Download Link), but without support for rooted users, things went haywire.  The market flooded with 1-star ratings criticizing the lack of root support. Commenters suggested we hate root users and treat them like cheaters. In reality, it’s just VERY hard to accurately identify the correct info when many ROMs awkwardly change fields such as carrier, device, brand, and build name. To insure accuracy, we thought it would be best to disclude rooted user – at least initially – in our reports. We were wrong. A couple of the adjetives I left off the list are probably the most important of all: passionate and supportive. Rooted users are the EXACT type of Android users who are MOST likely to want to help and contribute to our vision. We know this and the LAST thing we want to do is alienate this group or make them think we don’t care. That’s why, as of last night, we began working on an update to the app and website that will allow inclusion of rooted data with a yes/no toggle button. Special thanks to all the people who suggested providing this option: it neither compromises data integrity or alienates root users, and might even provide a couple interesting data mining opportunities along the way. We currently consider rooted user support to be our #1 priority and hope you appreciate that we’re listening to user feedback. We truly want to create a product and service that you love. We’re also hoping that those who left 1-star ratings and negative comments on Android Market will reconsider… we’d be heartbroken to see the long-term potential of Carrier Coverage killed because of a miscalculation in our launch strategy. That’s right… I admit that we made a mistake. Now we’re correcting it. We hope you’ll continue to leave feedback on the Carrier Coverage Forums. We will continue listening, responding, and acting on your feedback so if you’ve got something to say, please let us know in the appropriate section of the forum. We hope to see you there! Carrier Coverage Users are ADVANCED I just wanted to share these graphics which comes directly from the Android Market Developer Console.   Over 30% of Carrier Coverage users are running Android 4.X ICS while other similar apps have less than 1% of users on the most recent version of Android. Over 25% of all users are rocking the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. We’ve obviously got a smart, savvy, on-the-cutting-edge user base and we’ll continue catering to you. We hope you’ll continue offering your support and feedback. We’ve also fixed a few bugs in an update now on the market as version 1.0.4:
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Posted: 07 Feb 2012 11:55 AM PST   Huawei surprised us with their incredibly thin Ascend P1 S, which debuted at CES in early January. The phone manages to pack high-end specs including a 1.5GHz dual-core processor and 8MP camera into a case that measures just 6.68mm thick. Despite a rather light 1800mAh battery, it’s the most impressive offering we have seen from the manufacturer best known for its entry-level devices for world markets. Huawei is extending their reach into new territories including the US, but their main Chinese market will still be the first to get a taste of the Ascend P1 S. The Ice Cream Sandwich handset is now said to be launching in the country in late March. A release in Europe is expected soon after and the phone may eventually come to the US as part of a carrier deal. We’re not ready to put Huawei in the same class as the HTC, Motorola, and Samsungs of the world, but if they keep pushing out hardware like this it may be time to reconsider. [via AndroidCommunity] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 11:24 AM PST  Google is ready to bring Voice into the Ice Cream Sandwich age with an update to the service’s native Android app. Immediately noticeable is a new Android 4.0 style icon, though on the surface the app doesn’t seem to change much from the previous version for smartphones. Tablet users will notice a few differences on the surface including a Click-to-Call button added to the main interface and integration into the People app (users can now initiate a Google Voice call by clicking on a contact entry).  Some users are reporting problems with updating to the latest version of Voice directly on their devices. The easiest way to get the new version is by installing from the web version of the Android Market. The link is below.  Android Market Link: Google Voice |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 10:05 AM PST  The moment you’ve all been waiting for is finally here. We’ve been longing for a Google Chrome browser on Android for quite some time, and while the default browser has been outstanding we are excited for all of the potential benefits of having a fully-fledged Chrome browser on our phones. Bookmark sync is back from the stock Android 4.0 browser but we’ve now got the ability to sync history, improved search suggestions and the ability to bring all of your tabs over to mobile in case you need to leave your desktop computer and take your browsing sessions with you. You can even open an unlimited amount of tabs, something that users are usually limited on. It’s based directly on the Chromium project that Chrome is built from so you’re getting the same rendering engine (always have, really) and the same base code for your phone and tablets that you have on your desktop. Unfortunately this one’s only for Android 4.0 or higher devices but if you fit the bill, check out the beta here. Remember to submit any feedback you have to make sure the public release goes as smooth as possible. Take a look at the video from Google above. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 09:39 AM PST   Seesmic for Android has long been in the Android market and stood as one of the best Twitter/social networking applications for Android for quite some time. Unfortunately, the team hasn’t improved the app in quite a while – until today, that is. The update won’t exactly set the world on fire but we’re happy to see that they haven’t abandoned the application like we’ve seen from TweetDeck and others. The update fixes various bugs, including an issue that affected trending topics, and drops Google Buzz support. Normally we hate seeing features removed but this case was definitely just. T.co links are also supported for those wanting to shorten their links using Twitter’s official shortening domain. Find the update in the Android market here and pray that this is just the first of more to come. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 09:28 AM PST   Yesterday, it was discovered that Samsung would be holding a mobile event in France on March 22nd. Speculation ran wild, of course, with some even suggesting that this could be the launch platform for the Samsung Galaxy S III, an unlikely but not impossible notion. Well, it looks like the “unlikely” part rings true as Samsung reportedly debunked rumors of the Galaxy S III, or any new device, being announced at this event. The french show will serve to showcase their existing device portfolio to attendees. Samsung will likely announce new devices before then and those will be in attendance, but don’t get your hopes up for the Galaxy S III. Anything could happen, of course, so we’re going to remain front-row and center for anything Samsung announces this quarter. [via TheNextWeb] |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 09:02 AM PST   The Motorola DROID BIONIC has had an update in the works for a bit of time now and it looks like testing is all wrapped up. The changelog states that V-Cast Apps and Amazon MP3 are both preloaded. We’ve also got improvements for data connectivity and stability, WiFi mobile hotspot fixes, improvements in overall device stability and a lot more. The full changelog found in this PDF file should give you a great idea of what to expect. As always, we could be seeing this anytime between now and 2-3 weeks from now, but recent updates have come within 2-3 days after Verizon publishes the changelog. Be on the lookout for it and let us know whenever it gets sent to your handset. [via Droid-Life] |
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| Samsung Galaxy SII, Nexus S to get ICS in March The Mobile Indian From the dates offered by French mobile operator SFR, we can certainly expect the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update rolling to certain Android based devices running Android 2.3.x Gingerbread. Of course, no India specific dates have been promised ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
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| Reader's Digest - India's Largest-Selling English Magazine - Launches its ... MarketWatch (press release) NEW DELHI, February 7, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Reader's Digest magazine, which has been published in India since 1954, will now be available in Web, iPad and Android versions. Starting with its February 2012 issue, Reader's Digest - which has ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| LG launches the Optimus Sol & the Optimus Hub smartphones in India BGR India LG has just launched the Optimus Sol and the Optimus Hub, Android Gingerbread powered smartphones in India for Rs 19000 and Rs 14500 respectively. Like reported by us, the latter one was earlier sold by an online retailer LetsBuy and was priced ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Google releases Chrome browser for Android ICS; compatible with 1 percent ... BGR India If that was not a caveat enough, Google has restricted its availability on Android Market to a few regions (India is not included), though one can always sideload it if the APK file is available. Caveats aside, initial reviews of Chrome for Android ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| Top dual-SIM mobiles in India for January MSN India Here is a list of the best dual-SIM phones that were available in the Indian market in January. 1.Spice Knight M-6900: This phone has a clean metallic look and sports a 8.8cm HVGA capacitive touchscreen. It has a 3.2MP camera and is integrated with SRS ... See all stories on this topic » | ||
| India wafer fab decision expected by end of 2012 EE Times BANGALORE, India—Details of the proposed semiconductor wafer fab to be set up in India are set to be announced by the end of the year at the latest, with talks between the federal government and interested companies getting down to brass tacks. See all stories on this topic » |
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Posted: 08 Feb 2012 02:36 AM PST  We received information that Google has just hired Apple's former Senior Director for product integrity, Simon Prakash. While both Steve Jobs and Eric Schmidt may have had a 'no poaching' agreement in the past, it seems like this is no longer in effect. This got us thinking if this will spark another series of patent issues and what-not. Prakash was with Apple for 8 years and was recently the head for ensuring quality control for all Apple products. As of this writing, there is no news as to what Prakash's new title will be, or if he will ever be working on Android related tasks. We heard Google assigned him to work on a 'secret project.' Does this have something to do with the mysterious device they recently signed up for at the FCC? But our source believes that this 'secret project' will be operated by Sergey Brin, Google's co-founder, who has also worked on multiple secret projects for the company. Perhaps Apple will realize that they have lost a great man, considering that they have been well known for their product quality. But with Prakash's transfer to Google, we hope for better things to come! And going back to that 'no poaching' agreement, the Department of Justice is currently investigating the two companies. Anyway, we're more interested in this 'secret project.' Do you have a clue? The suspense is killing us! Can you give us a hint what you think it is all about? YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
This article, Google Has a 'Secret Project' with Former Apple Senior Director , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 08 Feb 2012 12:21 AM PST  Who's tired of the same old deal with Angry Birds and its Angry Birds Seasons app? If you are, we're hearing something fresh! Rumor as it, Angry Birds will be collaborating with KISS—yes, the metal band KISS. Although nothing's been finalized yet, THE Gene Simmons (KISS's frontman) supposedly spilled the beans about this possible tandem. So where will KISS be making an appearance on the highly popular game? Well, it seems like the faces of this new Angry Birds version will be painted with KISS members. Android Community has made a mock up photo on how this idea could turn out to be.  Considering the band is no longer as huge as they used to be, we only have this question to ask our dear readers: are you looking forward to seeing Gene Simmons' Angry Bird face anytime soon? Okay, that was gross [sorry]! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
This article, Rumor: Angry Birds + KISS Partnership , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 11:55 PM PST  Say goodbye to a past where business was confined to the four walls of an office. Technology has made it possible for us to be productive anywhere we go–outside the office, at home, or even at a coffee shop. But, since no person is an island, we often find ourselves needing to collaborate with other individuals from our field. Sometimes we’ll even need someone to provide us with a service requiring skills that we don’t have. As comprehensive as search engines can be, looking for the right people can be difficult. Thanks to Mingle, it’s now easier than ever to find and connect with professionals from all walks of life to get work done. Mingle is a multi-platform, location-based app for Android- and iOS-powered devices. With a simple and easy user-friendly interface, Mingle becomes an ideal social networking platform that allows you to connect to your clients, employees, and employers on the go. Previously only available on iOS, Mingle has finally made its way to Android. Professional networking is now possible wherever you go. Mingle opens up opportunities for professionals in your vicinity by introducing them to you. You don’t have to spend countless hours doing fruitless employee searches on the Internet. Just install Mingle on your Android device and you’re good to go.  To start using Mingle, you need an account on Facebook or LinkedIn. If you don’t have accounts on either of those sites, you can create a Mingle account right from the comfort of the app, and it’s for free. Once you’ve logged in, introduce yourself. Provide details such as the main reason you’re using Mingle, your occupation, and your current location. By providing the app with your preferences and requirements, it’ll allow Mingle to populate the three tabs at the top of the app. Find users Nearby, users who are Active, or take a leap of faith and check out the users in the Random tab. You can check out the current job titles and locations of various users, to see which ones live closest to you or to check whose skills match your requirements. Once you’ve found someone whose skills match exactly what you’re looking for, tap on that contact’s username to start interacting.  You can send a question to the user of your choice and even view the user’s detailed profile, view the user’s contacts, and interact with the user more by sending virtual handshakes, an endorsement message, or even a smiley. Without a doubt, Mingle will soon be every professional’s best friend to find other professionals, business people, or even students who’ll satisfy one’s collaborative and project needs. If you’d like to start mingling with and finding professionals in your area today, get the Mingle app from the Android Market. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
This article, Finding and Connecting with Professionals While on the Go w/ Mingle App , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 11:40 PM PST  Rooting has somehow become a must for Android fans. It is mostly the starting point of each hacking and customization endeavor. This process doesn't only unleash the true power of a device but also gives users some thrill and excitement. Doing it is just simply cool. Seeing that text-based interface on the screen is just awesome. You’d feel like you are one of those hackers in the movies. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 GT-P7510 is another Android device that is easy to root. With the use various tools and methods provided by developers, you can already root this device in a few minutes. For those of you who have not rooted your Galaxy Tab 10.1 WiFi yet and are planning to do so, we have the steps for you. Continue reading and check it out. CautionThe rooting process will void the warranty of your device. If warranty is a priority for you, do not proceed with this process. And, if you decide to proceed, read the instructions carefully to avoid any issues along the way.These instructions have been known to work for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 GT-P7510 WiFi-only (Retail) and Google I/O versions. These instructions may or may not work for other variants. So, proceed at your own risk and hold no one liable for whatever damage you will cause on your tablet by following this guide. Instructions
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This article, How to Root the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 WiFi GT-P7510 , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 11:14 PM PST  I bet if you just hang out at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) all day long, you'll discover who the latest to get a patent is. In most recent stories, Google is the latest to ask the FCC for permission. However, they have not disclosed what this mysterious 'entertainment device' is. All we know is that they got permission to use it in the four major US cities over the next 6 months. This got everyone pretty excited! The device was described as equipped with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. According to GigaOm (who discovered the FCC application), Google submitted the request back in December. As of the moment, there are unclear details about the device. This is why people have their own assumptions on whether it could be an Android or a Google TV device. But after reading the description of the device, it looks like this mysterious device will take video content straight from the internet and will distribute it across several connected devices. As experts have assumed, this would lessen strain on current broadband internet connections. Because it is such a mystery, we couldn't help but snoop around as to what this device may be. As such, a number of theories have been generated—including an extension of Android @ Home, which was unveiled at Google IO 2011. Another theory is that it is the Project Tungsten, which was only demonstrated as a central, connected device running on Android OS. At the time of its demonstration, Project Tungsten was merely a prototype. So maybe this is the real thing? All we know, at this moment, is that Google is currently testing over 250 of these entertainment devices in various locations such as New York City, Massachusetts, and Los Angeles. At this point, all we can do is wait. What do you think it could be? Let me know in the comments section below! YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
This article, FCC Patents a Mysterious Device by Google , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 10:10 PM PST  In lieu of Verizon Wireless' Unified Communications and Collaboration (UCC), a video has been released by the company. This video describes how UCC will simplify each user's work experience, as well as prepare them for a future which is more secure. While watching the clip, it is still hard to tell if there's anything new we will be seeing from Verizon. From the looks of it, Big Red only seemed to term wireless unity as 'UCC.' Prior to Verizon's UCC, other platforms have already made its features available—including cloud based computing and storage, email, chat, and video conferencing. But compared to Verizon, other carriers did not make up a term for it. However, they still offer similar, if not the same, services that UCC does. The only edge Verizon has over others is that they have a 4G LTE connection. Thanks to this LTE network, Verizon gets to do things faster and more efficiently. This is what keeps its customers pleased. But with a little research, you can also find other carriers who are capable of this efficiency. Don't you agree? What network are you using? And why did you choose it? YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
This article, Verizon Explains What Unified Communications and Collaboration Is , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 09:09 PM PST  Rdio, a popular music subscription service, has released a major update. Apart from offering support for the new Ice Cream Sandwich's remote control client, the Android app also provides more streamlined and highlights on the app's rich social features as well as extensive music discovery options. As what Rdio mentioned, here are the things you can find on the updated app:
Although the update has received several positive reactions, there are many who complain that the app is no longer working on their device. Perhaps Rdio will have to work on this, especially for their premium plan users. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
This article, Rdio Updates Its Android App, Users Have Mixed Reaction , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 03:21 PM PST  So you remember that Android 2.3.6 update to the Samsung Infuse 4G that was released early then pulled then officially went out again late last week? Well it’s been put on hold, temporary. According to an answer in Samsung’s Support forums, things didn’t go quite as planned.We currently have put a hold on the update. Samsung and AT&T are aware of the issue with the Infuse 4G Update and are developing a fix.AT&T has confirmed that the update is indeed on hold and that “we are working with Samsung to get this resolved as quickly as we can”. For everyone still stuck on froyo, hang on a tastier treat is coming very soon. Yeah this is the bad part about Android, you wait for ever for the update then it gets pulled or put on “hold”. We’ve seen this with a few devices, what we need is Google to update all Android devices during a length of a week or so. I mean some phones are still getting Gingerbread updates, that’s just wrong in an open source world. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
This article, Samsung Infuse 4G Gingerbread Update is now on Hold , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 02:51 PM PST  Today Fedex brought me a cool new charger for my Android device to review. Have to give a big thanks to the guys over at The Gen for hooking us up with a review unit that we will be giving away. It is basically a charger unlike something you’ve ever seen before, in the world of Android. It’s best used as a desk charger, since Andru stands on the plug, so you could have him standing on your desk and make all your co-workers jealous. As you can see in the picture above I used my old HTC Sensation 4G as the guinea pig, and it works on my Droid Bionic as well as my Samsung Galaxy S Vibrant. It will work on any device that has a USB charger, just plug it into his head give it a go.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QC4yvTt0Klk I want to apologize for the quality of the video, but the next video will be much better quality I guarantee it. There was an issue with my camera, that I am working on fixing. YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE
This article, Andru: USB Phone Charger – Official Unboxing , was originally published at AndroidAuthority.com - Your Android News Source. |
Posted: 07 Feb 2012 02:09 PM PST  Seesmic for Android has just received its first in update in a very long time. The update brings a few bug fixes, support for t.co links, and actually drops support for Google Buzz. You can use Seesmic as an easy way to lump all of your social networks including Facebook and Twitter together for easy management while on the go.
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