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Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Reference Found in the Play Store

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 03:50 PM PDT

It looks like we’ll be seeing the next version of Android, expected to be version 4.1 codenamed “Jellybean”, at Google I/O next week.  An astute XDA member was purchasing a Galaxy Nexus from the Google Play Store, and noticed the description read:

“The latest smartphone from Google, soon the first phone with Android 4.1 jell….”

Which is either a slip-up on the Goog’s part, or an intentional teaser left for someone to find.

Either way, it’s no surprise that the Nexus will be the first phone to receive the next version, as that’s what it’s purpose is.  Whether we’ll see a slew of new Nexus devices like we’ve heard rumors of before isn’t clear yet.

source: Android Central

With smartphones like the HTC One X and Dropbox integration, it’s time to drop your point and shoot camera for good

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 01:29 PM PDT

While smartphone cameras improved over the last couple of years, I was always reluctant to drop my point and shoot. I became a Dad a couple of years ago so I wanted to make sure I was getting decent photos all the time. I’m far from a photographer, but I always felt even the simplest point and shoot was better, that is, until now. I recently reviewed the One X and called it the best Android phone hands down. It also happens to have the best camera, and during that review, I realized the time had finally come to let my point and shoot go and trust HTC with my family photographs. I really didn’t have any hesitation, but to fully convince myself I decided to make the One X my exclusive camera on my family vacation last week to Virginia Beach. I was excited and my expectations were high. Did it deliver? Hit the break to find out.

Let me first say that although I was always reluctant to drop my point and shoot, I always knew deep down that using a smartphone made perfect sense since it’s always connected. You can instantly share photos via social networks and/or email, and you would always have all your photos in your pocket in case you wanted to show somebody. On top of all that, taking my other camera home and connecting it to my computer (or inserting an SD card) and transferring photos was always annoying to me.

Now I already mentioned that I’m far from a photographer and I don’t Instagram, but with the One X I feel empowered. I won’t try to tell you that it’s as good as your typical high end DSLR, but as an average consumer I feel like for the first time, I’m taking pictures with decent hardware. It actually inspires me to take more pictures and try different things I wouldn’t normally do with my old camera. Yes, basic photos come out great with the One X, but the added effects HTC implemented (HDR, panorama, grayscale, etc.) makes me feel more artistic. It forces me to see people and objects differently through the breathtaking 4.7-inch HD display. Of course there are those times where it’s impossible to get a 3 1/2 year old to cooperate for a simple one tap photo, so the burst shooting mode is always handy and allows me to take a great photo when it sometimes appears impossible to do. You can learn more about the HTC One camera features in my One X review or Joe Sirianni’s One S review, but trust me, you won’t find a better camera in a smartphone.

Taking great pictures is only the beginning because the connectivity I mentioned earlier makes the whole experience so much more appealing. With HTC’s partnership with Dropbox you get an additional 23GB of storage for all your photos and video (and other files) for 2 years. This is more than enough, but what’s most appealing is that your photos are automatically uploaded so you have access to your photos from any other device. This includes your desktop, your tablet, or even another family member’s device. You can share your folder(s) with anyone so they can see your photos soon after you’ve taken them. For example, after taking a bunch of photos at the beach last week, my wife could quickly look at the photos on her iPad (yes I said iPad) and even delete the ones that weren’t worthy. We had 3 smartphones, 3 tablets, and 2 laptops on our trip and all our photos could be seen from any device. This kind of connectivity is great all the time. Say you go to a party and you take some photos, everyone in your family can see them within seconds if you give them access to your folder. There is one caveat, you would have to allow automatic uploads via 3G or 4G  in order for them to be available right away, otherwise they will upload via WiFi when you get home. Either way, it’s still a major convenience even if you don’t share. Having all your photos backed up and available on any of your own devices is empowering. It should also be noted that most Android phones already have the ability to automatically upload your photos to Picasa through Google+, but it simply doesn’t have the versatility that Dropbox has.

Now Dropbox can be implemented with most Android phones so I would highly recommend it, but in order to make it complete you need a killer camera. The One X and One S provide that, but I know there are other smartphones that have decent cameras as well. Yes, the iPhone 4S has a great camera and the Samsung Galaxy S III as well, but I favor HTC based on their black levels and overall performance in lower light situations.

Yes this article is meant to sell you on the One X, but it’s also about educating you on the merits of finally making that switch to using your smartphone as your exclusive camera because there are some really nice smartphone cameras available today. For hardcore photographers that own a high end DSLR, I understand that a smartphone camera could never replace that. Fortunately most people fall into my shoes, which makes them casual photographers that want to take decent pictures without all the hassles. If you fall into that category, you need to get rid of your “other camera” and get yourself the HTC One X, One S, or something comparable.  The HTC One X changed me forever and trust me, it will do the same for you. Not only will you take better pictures, but you will quickly find out that the other aspects of connectivity is something you will wonder how you lived without.

At this point you’re probably saying, “Show me some pictures already!!” Here you go:

Greyscale

Greyscale

 Greyscale

HDR

HDR

No filters or enhancements

Panorama

..and last but not least, a Father’s Day photo with my son after we returned.  Burst mode was utilized for 16 shots and this was the best. I would never have gotten anything near as good as this with my point and shoot.

 

Chameleon adds phone support along with various tablet sizes

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 01:20 PM PDT

As you already know Chameleon is on Kickstarter for the second time and they already received $46,357 in pledges, well over their goal of $30,000 with 12 days to go. In case you’re not familiar with Chameleon, it’s a better home screen for your tablet. Trust me, it gives you more customizations than any home screen period.

They just announced they plan on supporting as many tablet sizes as possible, but more importantly they are adding phone support as well. Everyone who backs $5.00 or more will get both versions. How’s that for a deal? With a lot more Android phones in the wild than tablets, this really makes things interesting. You still have time, so hit the source link to get behind this very innovative product.

source: kickstarter and for announcement

ASUS Transformer Pad 300 Receiving OTA Update 9.4.3.30 With Notable Improvements

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 12:53 PM PDT

ASUS is pushing out a new bug fixer (v9.4.3.30) that comes with numerous improvements and several fixes for the Transformer Pad 300. The most notable improvement is the upgraded camera software which I’m sure many are going to be elated about. Wondering what else is new in this OTA? Talk Android has you covered with the official changelog after the break:

TF300T ICS v9.4.3.30 Changelog

  • SYSTEM – improve stability of Chrome browser
  • SYSTEM – improve camera performance
  • Pictures more colorful
  • better audio- white balance(AWB) and auto-focus(AE)
  • better continues-auto-focus (CAF)
  • SYSTEM – fix the bug "wifi occasionally fail to connect after resume from suspend status"
  • Appbackup – fix the bug "have to key-in password again after change screen orientation"

If you would like to force it to update yourself, just head to Settings > About > System Firmware Update and press Check Update.

source: ASUS Finland’s Facebook

Foxconn CEO Claims iPhone 5 “Will Put Samsung Galaxy S III to Shame”

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 12:44 PM PDT

Saying one product is better than the other is one thing, it’s a completely different issue when you’re just being plain out unprofessional and even borderline racial. Foxconn’s CEO Terry Gou just couldn’t help himself to stir up some controversy by highly urging customers to hold off on purchasing the Samsung Galaxy S III and wait for the eventual arrival of the iPhone 5 later this Fall. He even went as far as saying that the “iPhone 5 would put the Samsung Galaxy S III to shame.” If you think that’s bad, Gou gets even more personal by also reportedly called Samsung "a company with a track record of snitching on its competitors" this was a reference to a European price-fixing investigation of the flat panel industry in 2010. He also went on to praise the Japanese: "I respect the Japanese and especially like their execution and communication styles. Unlike the Koreans, they will not hit you from behind." This isn’t much of a surprise as Foxconn reportedly does have an alliance with Japan’s Sharp Electronics Co. What really hit hard and probably made people lose respect for Gou, is that he also reportedly called Korean’s “gaoli bangzi” which can be translated to “Korean country hicks” or “Korean sticks.”

Talk about being unprofessional, right? Trash talking between competitive products happens a lot in this business, but CEO’s never tend to go this far and make it as personal as Gou did. Either way, both the iPhone 5 and Galaxy S III will sell astronomical numbers regardless of what he or anyone will say about each device. Each device hits a certain niche and regardless of what the specifications the iPhone 5 will end up having, it won’t affect or hinder the sales of the Galaxy S III whatsoever. Let us know what you guys think about this and if you think the iPhone 5′s pending release will matter in the Android world at all.

source: Patently Apple

Huawei shows off the Ascend P1 XL sporting a 2600 mAh battery

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 10:57 AM PDT

Huawei showcased several products from its portfolio at the GSMA Mobile Asia Expo 2012, including a couple with some intriguing features.

In the Ascend P1 line, Huawei displayed the Ascend P1 TD-SCDMA, slated to be available for sale in China by the end of June. Along with the TD-SCDMA version, Huawei also announced the launch of the Ascend P1 XL sporting a 2600 mAh battery that will surely interest those looking for a bigger power supply. The Ascend P1 XL is scheduled to be available for sale by the end of Q3. These models will join the Ascend P1 that was launched in China this past April.

Along with these two phones, Huawei showed off the quad-core Ascend D Quad and the dual-core Ascend D1. On the tablet front, Huawei had its MediaPad 10 FHD quad-core HD on display.

Huawei also had several data card products on exhibit. Data card products included the Red Dot Design Award winner Mobile WiFi E5331 hotspot device  and the new Mobile WiFi E5151. The E5151 sports an Ethernet port to go along with its support for 3G dual-WAN connectivity for those interested in establishing a more traditional connection.

Hit the break for the press release.

Huawei Device showcases its portfolio of star products at the Mobile Asia Expo 2012

Launch of the Ascend P1 TD- SCDMA and 2600mAh XL smartphones highlight Huawei’s commitment to expanding its product portfolio

[Shanghai, China, 20 June 2012]: Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, launched the Ascend P1 TD-SCDMA and the 2600 mAh XL versions at the GSMA Mobile Asia Expo 2012 in Shanghai today. The Ascend P1 TD-SCDMA will be available for sale through e-commerce channels in China at the end of June. And the Ascend P1 XL will be available for sale at the Q3. At the Expo, Huawei is also showcasing its star products including quad-core smartphone Ascend D quad, the dual-core smartphone Ascend D1, the quad-core HD tablet MediaPad 10 FHD, the compact dual-core smartphone Ascend P1, and Mobile WiFi E5331 and E5151.

“2012 has been an exciting year for Huawei Device as we innovate and transform to achieve a stronger performance in this competitive market”, said Shao Yang, Chief Marketing Officer, Huawei Device. “With the creation of both our star and flagship product series, Huawei Device is working towards establishing a new industry standard that provides outstanding product experiences for consumers. At the same time, Huawei Device is transforming to become a more consumer-facing brand, actively communicating our own value proposition and steadily progressing towards our goal of becoming one of the world’s leading mobile phone brands.”

The Ascend P1 TD-SCDMA and 2600 mAh XL versions, displayed for the first time at the Mobile Asia Expo, are the latest in the Ascend P1 series providing a high-end experience while offering a more personalized choice for consumers. Also on display are other star products from Huawei such as the Ascend D quad, Ascend D1, MediaPad 10 FHD, Ascend P1, Huawei Honor, and the new generation 4.0 thousand yuan smartphone Ascend C8812.

At the Mobile Asia Expo, Huawei Device is also showcasing its data card product series which includes a total of seven products ranging from PA+ standard of 21Mbps downlink speed to LTE Cat4 standard of 150Mbps downlink speed. Highlights of the data card products include the Mobile WiFi E5331, winner of the Red Dot Design Award in Germany, and the new Mobile WiFi E5151 with its Ethernet port supporting Ethernet and 3G dual-WAN connectivity.

Huawei Device’s presence at the Mobile Asia Expo is testament to the company’s ongoing commitment to the global smartphone industry. In 2011 Huawei generated sales revenue of US$6.8 billion, and smartphone shipments of 20 million units. In 2012, Huawei is expected to achieve revenue of US$9 billion, with smartphone shipments of 60 million units.

The Ascend P1 launched in China in April this year and is now available in more than 1,000 high-end retail stores throughout the country. In the coming half year, the Huawei Ascend P1 will be commercially available in Germany, Russia, Australia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. The Huawei Ascend D1 will soon be available on e-commerce channels in China, while Ascend D quad is scheduled for commercial availability in China in the second half of 2012.

Source: Huawei Device

via: Engadget

Some AT&T Samsung Galaxy S III pre-orders delayed until June 25th

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 09:08 AM PDT

It looks like nothing but delays across the board for the Samsung Galaxy S III. We already reported issues from both T-Mobile and Sprint. Now AT&T is saying that some of the buyers that pre-ordered and are expecting to get their phone today will have to wait until Monday, June 25th. If you happen to be one of those lucky few, you will get an email and an SMS text letting you know. Hit the break for the full statement.

Manufacturer supply constraints of the 4G LTE Samsung Galaxy S III have caused a delay to expected pre-order shipments. Customers who were previously quoted a delivery date of June 21st should now expect their device to arrive no later than Monday, June 25th. We currently estimate future pre-orders to arrive within 10 business days based on available supply. Impacted customers will receive both an SMS and email notifying them of this change.

Looks like Verizon wasn’t so crazy making their release date a little further out.

source: theverge

 

Highlights from the Samsung Galaxy S III Launch Event [Video]

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 07:01 AM PDT

If you remember, during a live stream from the Vodafone launch of the Samsung Galaxy S III, it was mentioned that there was going to be a stop in New York City on June 20 during the Galaxy S III tour. That came through as Samsung went all out hosting a party to celebrate the U.S. launch of the most popular Android phone ever.

Actually they ran four parties total, three parties during the day for different media guests, and one at night for five hundred Samsung fans. They had guests like former NBA legend Walt Frazier, actress Ashley Greene, and NBA stars Steve Nash, Kevin Love and Stephen Curry. Basically they set up stations demoing many of the cool aspects of the Galaxy S III such as S Beam, Pop Up Video, TecTiles, AllShare Play, Share Shot, and Group Cast.

There really wasn’t anything new, but what was most interesting was the way they presented things. They had some really creative stuff set up so people could understand how these features work. For example, by utilizing Group Cast, they would display a picture on five different phones. User would be asked to find a particular animal in the picture and circle it. Winners would get donations sent to the Wild Wildlife Fund in their name. They also set up a bar in which you could order a drink or dish using S Beam. Last but not least they showed off a new Cinema Game, which will hit movie theaters across the country as a marketing campaign for S Beam. It’s a game in which the audience interacts by waving their arms in order to move a 3D Galaxy S III towards flying Galaxy S IIIs to get them to connect (like S Beam). They even brought in Rob the Barista and Peter Bryce. By the way, stay tuned for a really funny video involving those two soon.

Samsung is promising that this is their biggest marketing campaign ever and from what I’ve seen they aren’t kidding. Checkout the highlights below.

Click here to view the embedded video.

 

Full press release:

Samsung Galaxy S® III Available Starting Today

Samsung celebrates launch of "The Next Big Thing" in smartphones with expansive marketing campaign, consumer experiential event, and $1.5 million donation to World Wildlife Fund

New York City — June 21, 2012 —The Samsung Galaxy S® III has officially launched in the U.S. The premium content sharing smartphone is available online starting today on T-Mobile's Web site and in select retail stores. AT&T, Sprint, Verizon Wireless and U.S. Cellular will have the Galaxy S III in-store and online within the next several weeks.

The Galaxy S III celebration kicked off in New York City last night with a star-studded event hosted by actress Ashley Greene. Five hundred Samsung fans were granted access to an experiential event held at Skylight Studios in the trendy SoHo district to test drive the sharing capabilities of the Galaxy S III, get their picture taken with NBA stars Steve Nash, Kevin Love and Stephen Curry and share those once-in-a-lifetime experiences thanks to the Galaxy S III. Capping the night off was a special surprise performance by Skrillex.

Taking its inspiration from nature, Samsung Mobile designed the Galaxy S III features to respond intuitively and naturally to human use and interaction. It balances ergonomics with intuitive use so that the device becomes an extension of the user. To celebrate the launch of the Galaxy S III, Samsung Telecommunications America will donate $1.5 million to benefit the World Wildlife Fund (www.wwf.org), which strives to build a future in which people live in harmony with nature. Samsung fans can share with the world which animal species they love by voting at www.facebook.com/samsungmobileusa and at the various launch events being hosted June 20-22. Samsung will announce the donation on its Facebook page and tap into its community of nearly 7 million fans on Facebook.com/samsungmobileusa to help raise awareness of the WWF initiatives with posts throughout the week.

The launch of the Galaxy S III is being supported by the largest and most innovative marketing and advertising campaign ever conducted in the U.S. by Samsung Mobile. The campaign leverages technology to engage consumers in new and interactive ways and reward Galaxy S III owners.

  • ·         With sharing as a key feature of the Galaxy S III, Samsung is rewarding new owners with premium content via Samsung Share-to-Go Stations across the nation at no cost. Leveraging the NFC technology incorporated into the Galaxy S III, Samsung customers are able to download content directly to their device with a simple tap of their phone to the smart board or kiosk.Content is stored on the device so it can be viewed at any time.

 

  • ·         This summer, Samsung is launching an interactive cinema 3D game experience at theaters across the country. The Samsung Galaxy SIII Cinema Game allows the audience to uniquely interact with a 3D phone on-screen and move the images with hand motions to score points.

 

  • ·         This weekend, the Times Square Share will give consumers on the streets of New York, the first opportunity to share photos and video with the Galaxy S III. Consumers that perform actions such as playing air guitar or showing off dance moves can watch their video on the Samsung Big Board in Times Square and on Samsung's social media channels.

 

  • ·         Samsung presents Beacon, a mobile-only magazine and content hub with the latest news, tips, information and entertainment designed for people who've left the desktop behind. Beacon will offer daily news and features curated from more than 1,000 sources across the Web, as well as exclusive stories and downloadable content in the form of music, video, and e-books and magazines.

"Once again, we are putting the 'Next Big Thing' in consumers' hands. The Galaxy S III introduces a completely new way of sharing and socializing that no other mobile phone can," said Dale Sohn, president of Samsung Telecommunications.

About The Galaxy S III

SHARING & SIMPLICITY

The sharing services and capabilities of the Galaxy S III connect people to the experiences and content that influence their daily lives. This smartphone harnesses the potential of Samsung's diverse ecosystem of consumer electronics by enabling sharing of content with multiple devices, among large groups or with another device. The process of pairing the Galaxy S III for these sharing services takes little to no set up.

 

  • ·         AllShare Play – Galaxy S III automatically locates Samsung HDTVs, laptops and other devices on the same WiFi network that are ready to receive video files. Users remotely access files from devices on other networks.
  • ·         Group Cast ­– Share and collaborate on documents, presentations or images without loading the file separately
  • ·         Share Shot – Send still images from Galaxy S III's 8 megapixel camera to other phones up to 200 feet away
  • ·         S-Beam – One touch transfer of large video or document files without using Wi-Fi cell signal or data service
  • ·         S-Voice™ – Control commonly used services (music player, camera, alarm) with words instead of touch
  • ·         Smart Stay – Tracks eye movement to keep device screen lit anytime the user is looking at the display
  • ·         Burst Shot – Rapid-fire image capture (three images per second) with zero shutter lag
  • ·         Pop Up Play – Watch any side-loaded video content while operating any application in full-screen at the same time

 

NEW SMARTPHONE STANDARD

The Galaxy S III creates a true industry first by delivering the same design and user experience across the carrier variants while also offering the customized services of each of the five U.S. carriers. Design highlights include:

 

  • Lightweight and Sleek: weighs 4.7 ounces and measures an ultra-thin 8.6 mm
  • HD Super AMOLED™ Touchscreen: 4.8-inch display with minimal bezel maximizes viewing area
  • Dual-core 1.5 Ghz CPU & 2GB internal RAM: high-speed performance and seamless multi-tasking
  • 2100 mAh Battery: get more video, music and Web on a single charge
  • Impressive Expandable Memory: store and swap out microSD cards as large as 64GB

 

ACCESSORIES PORTFOLIO

A host of premium Galaxy S III accessories, including convenient docking options, convergence solutions and an array of colorful cases and covers, will be available for all Galaxy S III smartphones.

Available now:

  • Universal Multimedia Desktop Dock
  • Spare Battery Charging System
  • Universal Vehicle Navigation Mount
  • Protective Flip Cover in Pebble Blue, Marble     White, Light Blue, Green & Pink
  • Protective Cover in Transparent Blue, Transparent Pink, Opaque Blue & Opaque Green
  • Ultra Slim Cover in Transparent Blue, Clear
  • C-Pen
  • HDTV Smart Adapter with 11 Pin Adapter Tip

Available in the coming weeks:

  • AllShare Cast Hub
  • Premium Audio Dock

For more information on Samsung Galaxy S III, visit www.facebook.com/samsungmobileusa

About Samsung Mobile

Samsung Mobile (Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC), a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., researches, develops and markets wireless handsets and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information, please visitwww.samsungwireless.com.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2011 consolidated sales of US$143.1 billion. Employing approximately 206,000 people in 197 offices across 72 countries, the company operates two separate organizations to coordinate its nine independent business units: Digital Media & Communications, comprising Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, and Digital Imaging; and Device Solutions, consisting of Memory, System LSI and LED. Recognized for its industry-leading performance across a range of economic, environmental and social criteria, Samsung Electronics was named the world's most sustainable technology company in the 2011 Dow Jones Sustainability Index. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

Verizon Wireless Brings 4G LTE Service To 46 New Markets, Expands Coverage To 22 Existing Markets

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 06:26 AM PDT

Verizon Wireless is all geared up for the summer, so that means it has to expand its already massive 4G LTE reach. The wireless carrier has announced it will expand service to a whopping 46 new markets, while also expanding the coverage in 22 existing markets, which is in effect now. All in all, Verizon will offer 4G LTE coverage in a grand total of 304 markets, which will cover roughly two-thirds of all Americans. Verizon doesn’t plan on letting up either as it highlights it plans on offering 4G LTE coverage to over 400 markets by the end of this year, while offering 4G LTE coverage everywhere it offers 3G coverage by the end of 2013.

Talk about Verizon being aggressive and the leader in 4G LTE technology, sheesh. Hit the break to see the full press release from Big Red.

“Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Network Available in More Than 300 Markets Across the United States

Company Adds 46 New Markets, Expands in 22 Other Markets on June 21

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., June 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Verizon Wireless, owner of the nation’s largest 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network, today announced that its 4G LTE network will be available in 46 new markets and expand in 22 additional markets across the United States on June 21. Just in time for the summer travel season, the company will bring its 4G LTE network to a total of 304 markets, enabling 4G LTE speeds in vacation destinations throughout the country.
With the new and expanded markets, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network continues to expand its reach with 4G LTE speeds available to more than two-thirds of the U.S. population, and more 4G LTE coverage than all other networks combined.

“Time and time again, third-party surveys affirm that the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network keeps its promise to provide customers with consistently reliable responsiveness, download and upload speeds, and greater availability in more places throughout the country than any competing network,” said Nicola Palmer, chief technical officer of Verizon Wireless. “Our aggressive 4G LTE network build-out is on track, providing our customers with the largest 4G LTE network in the United States – and the world – today. We are committed to cover more than 400 markets by the end of 2012. We will continue to expand and strengthen our 4G LTE network and plan to offer full nationwide coverage everywhere we have 3G coverage today, by the end of 2013.”
New and Expanded Markets

On Thursday, June 21, the company will introduce its 4G LTE network in 46 new markets: Florence, Ala.; Harrison, Ark.; Yuba City/Marysville, Calif.; Panama City, Fla.; Carrolton, Gainesville and Newnan, Ga.; Blackfoot, Idaho; Decatur/Effingham, Kankakee/Bradley-Bourbonnais and La Salle/Peru/Ottawa, Ill.; Columbus and Michigan City/La Porte, Ind.; Greater Portland, Maine; Greenville/Greenwood, Jackson and Tunica, Miss.; Houghton and Traverse City, Mich.; Jefferson City, Lake of the Ozarks and West Plains, Mo.; Binghamton, Elmira/Corning/Hornell and Oneonta, N.Y.; Burlington, Hickory/Lenoir, Jacksonville and New Bern, N.C.; Bedford and Sharon/Farrell/Hermitage, Pa.; Anderson, Florence and Greenwood, S.C.; Lufkin/Nacogdoches, Midland, San Angelo and Waco, Texas; Danville, Va.; Ashland, Ky./Huntington, W.Va. and Logan, W.Va.; Fond du Lac, Janesville/Beloit and Sheboygan, Wis.; and Gillette, Wyo. The Lihue, Hawaii market launched June 11.

The company will also expand its 4G LTE network in 22 markets where Verizon Wireless 4G LTE was already available: Denver and Fort Collins/Loveland, Colo.; Philadelphia., Pa./Wilmington, Del.; Daytona Beach, Gainesville and West Palm Beach, Fla.; Hilo, Hawaii; Boise/Nampa, Idaho; Chicagoland, Ill.; Lafayette, Ind.; Hammond, La.; Springfield, Mo.; Glens Falls and New York, N.Y.; Charlotte/Gastonia and Greenville/Washington, N.C.; Indiana, Pa. and Hagerstown, Md./Chambersburg, Pa.; Sioux Falls, S.D.; Norfolk/Virginia Beach, Va.; Seattle, Wash.; Appleton/Oshkosh, Wis.

4G LTE Devices, Plans and Speed

Verizon Wireless offers 24 4G LTE devices, the largest selection of 4G LTE devices offered by any carrier. Devices range from tablets and mobile hotspots to the latest smartphones and more, including the Samsung Galaxy S® III, currently available online for pre-order, and the soon-to-be available DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE by HTC. Details on available devices can be found at www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE and information on plans and pricing is available at www.verizonwireless.com/plans.

Verizon Wireless also offers a variety of smart accessories, including the FitBit Ultra Wireless Activity Tracker and the Withings WiFi Scale, for customers to use with their 4G LTE devices. A full list of smart accessories can be found at www.verizonwireless.com/smartaccessories.
In real-world, fully loaded network environments, 4G LTE users should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink. When customers travel outside of 4G LTE coverage areas, devices automatically connect to Verizon Wireless’ 3G network, where available, enabling customers to stay connected from coast to coast.
Verizon Wireless’ 3G network is the most reliable high-speed data network in the country and allows customers in 3G coverage areas who purchase 4G LTE devices today to take advantage of 4G LTE speeds when the faster network becomes available in their area or when they travel to areas already covered by Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network.

On June 21, the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network will be available in 304 markets across the United States. Visit www.verizonwireless.com/lte for a full list of 4G LTE markets and additional information on the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network. For street-level detail of coverage and more, please visit www.verizonwireless.com/4GLTE.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s largest 4G LTE network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 93.0 million retail customers, including 88.0 million retail postpaid customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 80,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia”.

New Mod Allows NFC Actions With the Device’s screen is off

Posted: 21 Jun 2012 06:25 AM PDT

Although NFC hasn’t completely caught on yet, it can be quite useful if you have the capability on your mobile device. I have found that using NFC on my Galaxy Nexus can be a vary easy way to change “profiles” from work, car and home. I simply tap one of the few NFC stickers I have strategically placed throughout my life and I can go from vibrate to loud, and from WiFi to Bluetooth. The only issue I’ve really had with using the service is that the device’s screen must be on in order to use it, making an unnecessary and sometimes annoying added step when it could just “work” all the time. Thanks to XDA member Geniousdog254, now it can.

By using a new NFC.apk, now your device can complete NFC actions while the screen is off. Simply install the modified app over your old NFC app and your all set. Currently, only the Galaxy Nexus line and the HTC One X, the Galaxy SIII, and the Nexus S are compatible but the developer hopes to add to that list in the future. If you want to check it out for yourself just click through the source link below but be sure to come back here to let us know how it works for you!

Thanks Dillon!

source: XDA

 

 

 
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