Wednesday, October 10, 2012

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Thesnugg.com Nexus 7 case review

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 12:35 PM PDT

So you got yourself a new Nexus 7 tablet and now you’re looking for a carrying case with style.  Take a moment and swing over to TheSnugg.com and check out their leather case, you might dig it.  We’ve spent a few weeks playing with their Nexus 7 Case and find it to among the more sturdy accessories of its kind.

Created from PU leather, the case not only protects the outside of your tablet but it pulls double duty as a stand as well.  Details include an elastic hand strap for single-hand usage, a stylus loop, and velcro tab inside for helping secure things.  Custom-designed for the Nexus 7, TheSnugg’s case feature cut outs for the headphone jack, volume buttons, front-facing camera, and power.

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Spacetime Studios teases next RPG, Arcane Legends

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 11:33 AM PDT

SpacetimeStudios, ready to add yet another RPG to its mobile and desktop lineup, is providing a first-look video for its forthcoming Arcane Legends. If you’ve ever spent time with Pocket Legends or Star Legends then you know exactly what you’re up against – a time killer of epic proportions.  Taking place in a gorgeous environment  right out of Lord of the Rings or Robin Hood, you’ll play as one of three classes (Warriors, Rogues, Sorcerers), and you’ll have to collect and develop animal companions along the way.

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Gameloft announces twin stick shooter, Zombiewood

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 11:14 AM PDT

Gameloft is teasing its next smartphone game this afternoon, having released a trailer for the twin stick shooter Zombiewood.  Set to arrive by Halloween, the game will be free to play and feature non-stop action and survival gameplay.  You’ll assume the role of a stuntman/action hero as you take the reins in a series of films. Oh, and you’ll have to kill all types of zombies, with all types of weapons!

The zombies have invaded Los Angeles; the once glitzy and lavish streets, lush with movie stars and celebrities are now overrun with hordes of the undead. For some it spells terror, fear, panic… infection.  For others it's an opportunity to light up the silver screen, roll camera and shine!

Features

  • Unlock and Upgrade wicked and wild weapons – from flame throwers to rocket launchers
  • Mix and match with comical, outlandish and scary outfits – including Frankenstein, American Footballer and SWAT team guy
  • Cause destruction in LA and Santa Monica by shredding through wave after wave of crazy zombies
  • Star in a range of entertaining movies while playing through unique game modes including survival, escort, barricade and marathon

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Android 4.1.2 debuts with bug fixes, landscape support for Nexus 7

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 11:02 AM PDT

The hottest, newest version of our favorite mobile platform is starting to trickle out today as Android 4.1.2 makes its way into the  Android Open Source Project (AOSP).  What’s new?  Not much, really.  No, we mean it.  According to the details we’ve come across, it’s still Jelly Bean and it’s about stability, bug fixes, and improved performance.  EETimes is reporting that it also brings landscape mode to the Nexus 7, something for which we’ve longed hoped.

As a note to maintainers of community builds running on Nexus 7:  please update to 4.1.2 at the first opportunity. Future variants of  the grouper hardware will have a minor change in one of the components
(the power management chip) that will not be compatible with 4.1.1.
The build number is JZO54K, and the tag is android-4.1.2_r1.

 

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T-Mobile says Galaxy Note II coming “this fall”

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 10:49 AM PDT

File this one under redundancy. T-Mobile USA today confirmed that it will be offering the Samsung Galaxy Note II as part of its Android portfolio.  A press release was just issued a few moments ago, advising that the device will join its roster “this fall”.  Like we didn’t already officially know that.

According to the carrier, the 5.5-inch Samsung phone will be offered in two color options: Titanium Gray and Marble White. Pricing is still a mystery at this point as its actual release date, but little birdies are telling us October 24 might be day worth remembering

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Winamp adds synchronized lyrics to Android app

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 10:28 AM PDT

Winamp today added a new synchronized lyrics feature to its desktop client and mobile application for Android.  Powered by LyricFind, it provides lyrics to millions of tracks from more than 40,000 artists across 20 countries.  If you’re a WinAmp user and want to add the new feature, simply look for it within the in-app add-ons store where pricing is listed as a one-time $1.99 fee.

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Sprint adds Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and LG Mach to growing 4G LTE lineup

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 09:51 AM PDT

Sprint today announced that they’ve got a number of new Android-powered devices coming soon, officially confirming the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and an LG Mach.  Pricing and exact timing will be revealed in time, however it stands to reason that things are unfolding quickly.  Also getting a bit of press again, Sprint reminds us that they’ll be offering the LG Optimus G as well

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Sources confirm specs for HTC’s 5-inch DLX

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 07:59 AM PDT

A pair of tweets from reputable and trusted  sources are confirming much of the same details as it pertains to the rumored 5-inch HTC handset.  Falling in line with recent reports, the handset looks to be one of the biggest and baddest devices of the year.  Factoring in all the details thus far, we’ve got something downright awesome in the weeks or months ahead.

Expected HTC DLX details

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Android-based Nikon S800C now shipping

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 07:09 AM PDT

Just a quick note to pass along the news that the Android-powered Nikon digital camera is now shipping.  Priced at about $350, the S800C runs Android 2.3 Gingerbread and features a 10x optical zoom lens, 16-megapixel sensor, 4GB internal memory, GPS and a 3.5-inch WVGA AMOLED display.

Enjoy high quality images that you simply cannot get with smartphones, plus wireless communication that is impossible with regular digital still cameras. Equipped with the powerful combination of Android OS and Wi-Fi, it’s possible to quickly and easily upload images to a social network service or website from this camera. Even if you’re not near a Wi-Fi hot spot, you can wirelessly transfer images from your camera to smartphones and tablets.

Respect knuckles to OLED-info for the heads up!

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Lookout 3.0 debuts with new Signal Flare feature

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 06:54 AM PDT

Lookout today introduced a new version of its mobile security application for Android, dropping v3.0 in the Google Play Store.  Key among the details this time around is a new feature called Signal Flare which helps you to locate a missing or stolen phone even in the case when the battery is dying. �

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Samsung Galaxy Music gallery

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 06:45 AM PDT

Samsung sings praises of new Android 4.0-powered Galaxy Music

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 06:40 AM PDT

Samsung today announced the Galaxy Music, putting to bed recent rumors of a smartphone with high quality audio experience.  Powered by Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, the phone features a 3.0-inch QVGA(240×320) TFT display, a 3-megapixel fixed focus camera.  Beyond that, everything else is centered around music and audio, including dual frontal stereo speakers, Sound Alive & SRS features, FM radio, and a dedicated music button.  The Samsung Galaxy Music will be available in a dual-sim version (DUOS) however carriers, pricing, and availability are all a mystery

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Google and Samsung reportedly pairing for 10.1-inch super tablet

Posted: 09 Oct 2012 06:24 AM PDT

Google and Samsung are partnering for a super-tablet that will knock the iPad completely out of the mobile space, according to new reports.  Ok, so maybe not exactly.  But forreals, CNET is advising that the two are collaborating on a 10.1-inch tablet that will have an amazing 2560 x 1600 pixel resolution (299ppi!).

Rumored to be around $500, the device will be co-branded by the two companies as each will invest serious amounts of research and development.  There’s no indication yet as to when this tablet will be ready however the source points to “supply chain indications” as indication that it’s likely in the works.

CNET is also reporting that Google will in fact start production on a $100 tablet come December.  Previous rumors have circulated that Google is going to release an ultra-affordable $100 tablet from Asus.

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Here’s your first look at the LG Optimus G Nexus

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 11:11 PM PDT

We’ve heard plenty these last few days about the alleged details for the upcoming LG Optimus G Nexus, but we’ve yet to see how it appears.  That changes tonight as four new images have surfaced for the next big Pure Google release.  Tech site baraholka.onliner.by is the first place to offer up the good ands, from the early look, it’s a sleek and sexy Android.  According to an AndroidAndMe source, this is the same device that they spent time with just a few days back.

Meanwhile, over at XDA, things are unfolding with another gallery of so-called Optimus G Nexus images.  Said to carry a model number of E960, the phone has a codename of Mako, Android 4.1.2, and a firmware called adudani. Looking closely, it’s possible that the phone you see here is actually the same as above, save for a little plastic housing to disguise the appearance.  Apparently the handset works on both AT&T and T-Mobile networks, a good sign of an unlocked GSM model bound for Google Play Store.

 

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