Tuesday, December 18, 2012

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Amazon reportedly taps Foxconn for Kindle smartphone

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 11:58 AM PST

Amazon has tapped Foxconn to help build the rumored Kindle smartphone, according to the Taiwan Economic News. For what it’s worth, this matches up a previous rumor out of Digitimes who claimed the handset would arrive in mid-2013. Assumed to be an Android-based smartphone, the Kindle handset could have a custom skin and experience with access to Amazon’s apps and services.

While it certainly seems easy to scoff at the source of some of these rumors, Digitimes might be right on some of these details. It may not be something you would buy for yourself, it smells of one of those “seems too obvious not to happen” deals.

Taiwan Economic News

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Facebook announces Nearby updates to Android app

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 11:16 AM PST

Facebook today announced new updates to the Nearby feature in the moble (Android and iOS) apps.  Slated to go live later this afternoon, it makes it even easier than ever to discover new places that your friends are into. Details include:

  • Find New Places - From the app menu, open the tab to find local spots your friends have recommended, checked into, or liked. If you're looking for a place to eat, choose a category like Restaurants to see what's nearby. When you find a place that looks interesting, tap to see info like friends who've been there and business hours.
  • Share Places with Friends - In addition to discovering new places to visit, you can share what you think by rating or recommending places to your friends. Your own suggestions become more personalized the more you and your friends rate, recommend, and check into places.
  • Just the beginning - This is an early release and there's lots more to do. Results will get better the more people use Nearby, and we'll continue to improve it based on feedback. We also plan to add places info from third party services in the near future.

We’ve gotta say, Facebook has been a roll lately and we’re only too happy to see the app getting better.  Here’s to a few more changes in the short term.

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HTC M7 to feature 1.7GHz quad-core and 4.7-inch 1080p display, sources indicate

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 11:12 AM PST

New details have surfaced today, adding more to the conversation surrounding the HTC M7.

The folks at Unwired View, and Twitter’s @evleaks, have a number of new details to share as it pertains to the 2013 HTC flagship “M7″ device. Should they prove to be accurate, we should fully expect a powerful and robust smartphone experience out of HTC.

If you thought the One X and One X+ were something to behold, wait until you hear what the M7 has in store for you. We’re talking a full HD display in a 4.7-inch screen size, a wonderful 13-megapixel camera, and 32GB internal storage

Continue reading: HTC M7 to feature 1.7GHz quad-core and 4.7-inch 1080p display, sources indicate

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Sony pencils in Android 4.1 dates for 2012 Xperia line

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 10:33 AM PST

Sony today announced that it plans to issue Android updates to a number of its 2012 Xperia line. As you might expect, it’s a matter of newer and more robust devices getting preference over those that are not. Keep in mind that while Sony does have a general time frame, things can slip or move up. What’s more, your particular update will hinge upon you carrier’s willingness to play ball

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DEAD TRIGGER gets Christmas update

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 10:24 AM PST

The game DEAD TRIGGER has received a special update for the holidays. Notable things in the update include:

New features:

  • How many waves you can defeat in the new NORTH POLE CHRISTMAS ARENA?
  • Prepare for an encounter with ZANTA, a new Christmas Boss!
  • Try out the new GRENADE LAUNCHER…you’ll love it!
  • Equip yourself well and shoot your way through the NEW STORY MISSIONS!
  • New special PRICE OFFERS on weapons!

Xmas contest:

  • Train your brain! Solve the underground puzzle and WIN a DEAD TRIGGER T-SHIRT!

Tweaks:

  • The Mini-Mortar has been improved to be more deadly

Bug fixes

  • Memory optimizations for low-end devices
  • Minor bug fixes and improvements

Be sure and hit the download link below for free, and check after the break for the full press release.

Continue reading: DEAD TRIGGER gets Christmas update

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Wheel of Fortune celebrates 30 years with new mobile game

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 09:05 AM PST

Popular television game show Wheel of Fortune has a brand new Android app to help celebrate its 30 years anniversary. Available through the Amazon Appstore (Android devices, and Kindle Fire), the game has a number of new features. Details include a story-based career mode, Pass&Play gameplay, customized avatars, and a 3D Pat Sajak. Wheel of Fortune is available for $2.99 immediately on Amazon.com.

Key Features of Wheel of Fortune:

  • Meet Pat Sajak – For the first time, 3D Pat Sajak will guide players through an authentic Wheel of Fortune experience – watch his style change as he travels back through time in story mode
  • Single Player Solo Mode – A new story-based career mode takes players on a journey through the sets of Wheel of Fortune's rich 30-year history
  • Pass & Play – Challenge family and friends in person to step up to the wheel and take a spin in this head-to-head multiplayer mode
  • Avatar Personalization – Players can customize their in-game avatars with a full set of features – from hairstyles and eyewear to clothing items and other accessories
  • Achievements –Unlock achievements by completing various actions in the game, such as progressing through Solo Mode or winning the Jackpot
  • Universal App – Download the game once and play on other compatible devices
  • Themed Content – Themed puzzles and avatar items are now available for purchase for even more Wheel of Fortune fun (e.g. Monster Pack, School Time, Night on the Town, etc.)

Continue reading: Wheel of Fortune celebrates 30 years with new mobile game

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U.S. Cellular schedules Jelly Bean update for Galaxy S III for December 21

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 08:32 AM PST

U.S. Cellular is the latest carrier to announce plans for the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update on the Galaxy S III.

The software update for the Samsung Galaxy  S III will be available from Friday, December 21 where it will be offered in an over-the-air and USB manner. Starting Friday, those with the U.S. Cellular smartphone can visit http://www.uscellular.com/android/software.html#GS3 where they will find information that explains the process. As is the case with all other Android 4.1 updates of its kind, the Galaxy S III will benefit from Google Now, richer notifications, as well as smarter keyboard, speech-to-text, and widgets.

Additional details can be found on Samsung’s website.

 

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Samsung readying new audio docking station, rumor suggests

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 07:55 AM PST

Samsung is prepping a next-generation audio docking station, according to a source close to SamMobile. Presumably making its debut at either CES or Mobile World Congress, the new stations look to connect via microUSB. Details are pretty much par for the course in a device such as this and include a charging port, 3.5mm audio input, Bluetooth 3.0, and power/volume buttons.

Specifications:

  • USB Audio Class
  • Universal dock station
  • Bluetooth version 3.0
  • Power: 6W (3W x 2)
  • Power volume button
  • Charging Port
  • 3.5mm Audio Plug-in

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comScore: Android fuels smartphone growth in five leading European markets

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 07:31 AM PST

The top five European markets (France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom)  have seen a modest surge in smartphone adoption over the last year, according to new a report from comScore.  Overall smartphone penetration has reached 54.6 percent of mobile users, up 13 percent over last year.

As is the case with the United States, the growth comes on the back of Android and iOS. Android, as a platform, is up 12.4 percent over the previous year and now commands 46.6 percent of the market.

Continue reading: comScore: Android fuels smartphone growth in five leading European markets

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Amazon offering Galaxy S III for a penny, Galaxy Note II for $99 (Sprint)

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 06:44 AM PST

 

Here’s a quick note to let you prospective Sprint customers know that Amazon is holding a limited time sale on some of the top devices of the season. If you’re thinking of jumping to the Now Network then NOW would be the time to do so. There’s no indication as to how soon these deal will end so act fast. Note this is for new customers only.

 

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Fresh batch of Sony Yuga photos leak online

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 06:30 AM PST

A new set of images for the yet-announced Sony Yuga have come online, giving us pretty much the same look at the device as before.  If you haven’t had a chance to see these yet, you’ll want to catch up quickly as this one is shaping up to be something special. Recent details, however outlandish they may be, tap the device with specs such as 3GB RAM, 128GB internal storage, and 16-megapixel camera. Yeah, we know. Nevertheless, this is one sleek and sophisticated-looking device that we can’t wait to see in Las Vegas.

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Sprint announces Clearwire acquisition

Posted: 17 Dec 2012 06:12 AM PST

Sprint today announced that it has officially entered into an agreement to acquire the roughly 50 percent stake in Clearwire that it currently does not own. At a rate of $2.97 per share, the price comes in at 128 percent value as compared to the closing price of shares on the day before the Sprint/Softbank deal was confirmed.

Speaking on how this affects the carrier’s LTE plans, CEO Dan Hesse said, "Today's transaction marks yet another significant step in Sprint's improved competitive position and ability to offer customers better products, more choices and better services."

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