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- Samsung Galaxy S3 with 2GB of RAM Confirmed for Canada – US Tour Begins June 20th In New York
- Google Offices Raided Once Again By KFTC Officials In Korea Over Antitrust Concerns
- Who said the Google play Store would only sell devices? Galaxy Nexus accessories now available
- Sprint expects EVO 4G LTE shipments to arrive in the next few days
- Google Maps update brings Zagat scores, reviews from experts and people you know
- Flipboard for Android now available in beta form
- HTC devices officially pass customs
- SwiftKey 3 Beta brings improved suggestions and more [Download]
- Bug fixing update headed to T-Mobile’s HTC One S tomorrow
- Evernote Hello launches for Android
- ARCHOS launches Alvin and the Chipmunks-themed Child Pad with Ice Cream Sandwich
- Google+ for Android gets Local, find places nearby based on the recommendation of friends
- Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus Android 4.0.4 update should be starting any day now
- Samsung Galaxy S III now available at Three UK
- Flipboard beta in the works for more Android devices
| Samsung Galaxy S3 with 2GB of RAM Confirmed for Canada – US Tour Begins June 20th In New York Posted: 30 May 2012 06:40 PM PDT Earlier today, we let you guys know that the Samsung Galaxy S3 would be arriving for our neighbors to the north (Canada), starting June 20th. What we didn’t tell you is that the specs for the Canadian GS3 feature a few noteworthy items different from the international model. Just as we suspected, yes, the quad-core Exynos processor is gone, replaced instead with a more North American LTE friendly dual-core Qualcomm S4 processor. But here’s the juicy part — the Samsung Galaxy S3 for America Jr. (and hopefully America Sr. as well) will feature 2GB of multi-tasking RAM, which I would like to point out, now officially trumps my 1 year old netbook. Crazy times we live in. In an extra tidbit, we’ve been hearing for awhile now the Galaxy S3 could launch in the US for T-Mobile as early as June 20th (same as Canada). Well, take this as you will but during a Vodafone live stream for the Galaxy S3 release in Australia, it was revealed that the GS3 would be making the first stop in its US tour in New York and the date? June 20th. Interesting… (scratches chin). You can read even more details on the Galaxy S3 in the full Canadian press release below. Thanks, Tommy!
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| Google Offices Raided Once Again By KFTC Officials In Korea Over Antitrust Concerns Posted: 30 May 2012 05:56 PM PDT Google has long been the target of antitrust investigations and it looks like their offices in South Korea are the subject of a raid… again. Google’s offices in Seoul were once again greeted by an impromptu raid from the Korea Fair Trade Commission, who happens to be investigating Google over concerns the big G is using Android, and its market dominance, are give the internet search giant an unfair advantage over third-party search engines within their mobile OS. The complaint comes from a 2 South Korean Internet companies — Daum Communications and NHN — and as you may recall, is the reason the same Google offices were raided last September. As most Android users know, OEM’s and carriers can (and often do) implement which ever search engine they want in Android. Google also testifies to this saying last year, “We do not require carriers or manufacturers to include Google Search or Google applications on Android-powered devices.” The KFTC also believes believes Google hasn’t been playing nice during the investigation, allegedly deleting sensitive documents during the raid. Google on the other hand says they’ll "continue cooperating with this and other government inquiries." Google services aren’t mandatory. We’ve seen plenty of Android devices come devoid of Google applications and services. Apparently nobody sent the KFTC the memo. Google is facing the same issues in Europe where the European Union Competition Commissioner is giving Google until July 2nd to respond to with a settlement offer. Oh, Google… [AllThingsD | Cnet | TheVerge | Engadget]
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| Who said the Google play Store would only sell devices? Galaxy Nexus accessories now available Posted: 30 May 2012 03:08 PM PDT Google’s just announced on Google+ that accessories for the Galaxy Nexus are now available for purchase on the Google Play Store. The official desktop dock, HD media dock, and a vehicle dock (yep, the one with the three-pin dock connector) are all available for purchase. Be warned that these accessories are only approved for use with the HSPA+ version of the device, such as the one Google is selling in the Play Store. Those on Verizon and Sprint aren’t officially supported, but you can take the chance if you want anyway. Get started here. [Thanks to everyone who sent this in!]
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| Sprint expects EVO 4G LTE shipments to arrive in the next few days Posted: 30 May 2012 03:01 PM PDT Sprint has released an official statement following news earlier that HTC’s devices have cleared US Customs inspections. Their stake in all of this lies with the HTC EVO 4G LTE, of course, which has only gotten shipped to those who preordered the device. They’ve not yet hit store shelves for a retail release, but all that will change soon. They’re expecting shipments within the next few days, and while they’re not ready to give a solid date just yet we have a feeling Sprint won’t drag their feet on it, and they won’t let the day go by without letting all of us know. We’ll be bringing you that information as soon as it lands so circle back over the course of this week and possibly early next week. [via BriefMobile]
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| Google Maps update brings Zagat scores, reviews from experts and people you know Posted: 30 May 2012 01:54 PM PDT Many of you may have noticed a big update hitting the Google Play Store for Google Maps. Google has improved the experience by adding scores and summaries provided by dining site Zagat. You can also view reviews of places from experts and your friends. Finally, directions to a place can now be displayed inside its bubble on the map, meaning there’s one less button you have to press to find your way to a certain destination. Get the updated goods in the Google Play Store here.
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| Flipboard for Android now available in beta form Posted: 30 May 2012 01:09 PM PDT The folks at Flipboard once committed to offering the iOS-bred app only on the Samsung Galaxy S III. A strange route to go, of course, considering there are many more Android devices out there with many users who probably aren’t getting a Galaxy S III. The reasoning was simple: quality check. They wanted to make sure it worked, and worked well, on at least one device starting out, but they’ve since come to realize that they won’t be very successful on Android with a one device model. That’s why they’re now releasing a public beta for all to get their hands on. Betas are nothing new, so you know the drill: things might not work as well as they should, and for that you shouldn’t scold them. Reporting issues instead will do the trick. If you come across a force close, report it instead of just dismissing the prompt. And send an email off to the folks at Flipboard if something else is off in the app. Do your part and we should have an official release in no time. To get started, download the APK here. You’ll need a phone that is capable of sideloading apps. [via Engadget]
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| HTC devices officially pass customs Posted: 30 May 2012 12:20 PM PDT Good news is inbound for you HTC fans. The devices that were held up at US Customs, including the HTC EVO 4G LTE and the HTC One X, have cleared the regulatory body. The devices were being stopped for inspection to look for a US patent owned by Apple. The patent covered a method clicking hyperlinks in a web browser. While we’re sure HTC would have preferred to avoid this hurdle, we were reassured that the devices were already being updated with new firmware that would free them of the infringement US Customs was looking for. Most customers haven’t been affected by this, with the only major setback being a five day delay for those who were waiting on the HTC EVO 4G LTE. In other words, it’s back to business as usual for HTC and those looking to buy their latest products here in the United States.
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| SwiftKey 3 Beta brings improved suggestions and more [Download] Posted: 30 May 2012 11:57 AM PDT A new SwiftKey Beta, SwiftKey 3, has been released. It brings with it a nice number of changes and improvements, including improved suggestions, a better experience for Google Chrome Beta, improved gestures, and a whole lot more changes and fixes to sink your teeth into. Check out the full list below and download the beta here. Remember that some things may not be stable, being a beta and all. Report any problems you’ve run into to SwiftKey or submit feedback by joining their VIP Community. [via Android Police]
SwiftKey 3 Beta (phone): Download SwiftKey 3 Beta (tablet): Download
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| Bug fixing update headed to T-Mobile’s HTC One S tomorrow Posted: 30 May 2012 09:13 AM PDT A minor update is on the docket for the T-Mobile HTC One S starting tomorrow, May 31st. Th 24MB patch will bring bug fixes and improvements including WiFi calling enhancements, better camera stability, and resolved signal fluctuation. The update leaves the One S at software version 1.84.531.2. More info and the particulars on the update process can be found at the TMo source link below. [T-Mobile via AndroidPolice]
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| Evernote Hello launches for Android Posted: 30 May 2012 09:05 AM PDT Taking a break from issuing a new release of the company’s constantly improving namesake application, Evernote is launching Hello for Android today. Evernote Hello, which was previously exclusive to iPhone users, is an app designed to help make remembering those you meet easier than ever. We have all had one of those moments. A stranger approaches you at a party or business event talking as if they have been an acquaintance for years. The problem is, you don’t immediately recognize them despite realizing you have previously met them. Hello seeks to make this a thing of the past. The app not only allows you to enter a person into your phone and put a face to the name, but it also builds up the context of where and when you met, what you may have had in common, or even what they were wearing. New features include LinkedIn integration for building business relationships; the ability to comb call history, texts, and calendar events to predict who you are about to meet; and an email function that will send your contact info and a photo to new connections to better establish relationships. Hello seeks to make connecting with new people easier than ever by emulating the way the brain works to create a web of connections. The app should be hitting the Google Play Store today.
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| ARCHOS launches Alvin and the Chipmunks-themed Child Pad with Ice Cream Sandwich Posted: 30 May 2012 08:00 AM PDT ARCHOS is jumping into the kids tablet game with the release of the 7-inch Child Pad. The new slate designed for youngsters is loaded up with an Alvin and the Chipmunks 3 theme, but we’re more interested in a set of specs that doesn’t look half bad for a device of the Child Pad’s class. The tablet features a 1GHz processor, 1GB of RAM, 4GB of storage, and WiFi connectivity. Better than that, it runs Ice Cream Sandwich. ARCHOS is pre-loading the tablet with plenty of apps and games tailored to kids, including Angry Birds along with more educational fare. Additional titles can be downloaded from a curated list available through the AppsLib market. Plenty of Chipmunk related content and parental control software is also included. The ARCHOS Child Pad is available immediately for $129.99 through a dedicated web site. It will head to other retailers soon. [via ARCHOS]
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| Google+ for Android gets Local, find places nearby based on the recommendation of friends Posted: 30 May 2012 07:53 AM PDT The Google+ team has just rolled out a new element to the social network in the form of the Local tab. Local integrates nearby places into the Google+ experience, allowing you to search or browse for nearby restaurants, bars, and popular hangout spots based on the scores provided by your friends who have been there combined with Zagat ratings. The whole package is wrapped up in a neat and tidy Google+ page. Of course, the new feature comes directly to Google+’s Android app, where you’ll find the same features built into the social network’s native interface. The update should be going live today and can be found at the Google Play link below. More info on Local can be found at Google’s blog sourced at the bottom of this article. Google Play Link: Google+ [via Google]
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| Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus Android 4.0.4 update should be starting any day now Posted: 30 May 2012 07:07 AM PDT Yesterday we saw the support docs for the Verizon’s Samsung Galaxy Nexus update to Android 4.0.4 go live, a sure sign that new software is right around the corner. Today, multiple sources out of Big Red have been hyping the update, giving the impression that it could begin any day now, if not within the next 24 hours. A tweet from Verizon’s Albery Aydin says Android 4.0.4 “will soon be pushed,” while a spokesperson for VZW confirmed the same to DroidLife. Our most recent check of the “System updates” dialog under Settings/About phone returned nothing at the time of this writing, but we’ll be sure to watch that space like a hawk until we can pull down a fresher Ice Cream Sandwich build. Be sure to let us know when the update hits your handset! [via Twitter]
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| Samsung Galaxy S III now available at Three UK Posted: 30 May 2012 06:47 AM PDT With delays pushing back a wider release of the Samsung Galaxy S III in Europe, Three UK has pushed ahead with the launch of the flagship Android device. The Pebble Blue option is still backordered due to paint issues, but eager buyers can now pick up the white variant online and in store. The GS3 is priced as low as free when purchased in conjunction with a two-year, £34/month contract, which includes unlimited data and tethering. It remains to be seen whether or not delays will prevent the latest Galaxy device from shattering sales records, but expect the phone to be flying off of shelves. [via AndroidCentral]
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| Flipboard beta in the works for more Android devices Posted: 30 May 2012 06:09 AM PDT While the Samsung Galaxy S III has the makings of a great Android phone, not everyone will be inclined to pick one up this summer. And those folks will miss out on the chance to get acquainted with Flipboard’s beautifully designed Android app. But all is not lost, as Engadget reports that the team behind the popular social news app may be close to launching a beta program for users of other Android devices. Given the app’s reputation for looking great while aggregating a personalized “magazine” culled from the social web, it’s no surprise that Flipboard would focus on a single device with a single screen resolution to create the best experience for the company’s first Android release. But through beta testing with a select group of users the Flipboard team hopes to iron out issues that will keep the app from looking its best on all screens. There is no exact timeframe for the beta program or an official release, but it sounds like it isn’t more than a few months off. In the meantime, there are other methods to get Flipboard on your Android, but mileage may cary. [via Engadget]
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