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A handful of Nexus devices get AOKP build MR1

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 01:07 PM PST

AOKP, one of the more popular aftermarket Android ROMs available, finally released a few stable builds for Nexus devices, labeled MR1. And, despite having to start over from scratch with the 4.2 code, most older features have ported forward. There’s a ton of stability improvements and customization options on top of Google’s feature-filled flavor of Jelly Bean.

If you’ve got a Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 4, or Nexus 7, hit the source below to get your hands on the ROM. The Galaxy S III and Note II are expected to be in the next release, and it wouldn’t surprise me to see the Nexus 10 show up as well. Flash away!

source: AOKP

HTC One SV now available on Clove UK

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 10:51 AM PST

HTC announced that it would bring the One SV to the UK, and they’ve made good on that promise. Clove UK is now carrying the LTE-equipped, 4.3 inch, Snapdragon-wielding device, sim-unlocked and available in white and blue. It unfortunately is still running Ice Cream Sandwich, but we’ve seen some leaks that say it’ll get the Jelly Bean update, hopefully sooner rather than later. Now cross your fingers and hope it makes its way to the US.

source: Clove UK

EFun Announces Its Nextbook 7GP Budget Tablet, Crams 7-Inch Display And Jelly Bean Into A $130 Package

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 10:47 AM PST

 

There’s more than a few of us out there who can appreciate the various inexpensive tablets out there and can look forward to yet another newly launched tablet out for the masses. While EFun is a relative unknown to most consumers, it has recently announced its brand-new Nextbook 7GP which is a 7-inch tablet that comes with some fairly modest features: a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, 8GB of expandable storage, built-in WiFi and an acceptable 1,024 x 600 display. While those features are nothing too noteworthy— the Nextbook 7GP will operate on Jelly Bean (Android 4.1) and come in at a stunning price of only $130, which may or may not put a little pressure on the folks at Google.

The tablet is expected to be at CES next week, so you’ll be able to get additional information and shots of the device then. In the meantime, why not hit past the break to check out the presser and tease yourself a little?

 

E FUN to Introduce Its Newest Series of Nextbook Android Tablets at 2013 CES

First Model of Google Play Series Features Jelly Bean Android 4.1 OS; High Definition Screen; Up to 32GB Memory; and Front and Back Cameras

WEST COVINA, CA – January 2, 2013 – E FUN, a consumer electronics designer and marketer of fun, easy-to-use lifestyle products, has chosen the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show to unveil the first model in its newest line of Nextbook Android Tablets, the Google Play Series. Each model features the Jelly Bean Android 4.1 operating system, full access to Google Play, Dual Core processors and high definition screens. The initial unit, the Nextbook 7GP, has a screen size of 7″. The Nextbook Google Play series will be on display at CES in South Hall MP25067, January 8-11.

“With the many advantages of the Jelly Bean Android 4.1 operating system, users will enjoy the simplicity and ease of operating Nextbook Google Play tablets,” remarked Jason Liszewski, managing director and VP of sales for E FUN. “We are thrilled to be able to introduce a tablet series that gives consumers the hardware, software and content they desire on the world’s most popular mobile platform.”

Optimized for Google Play™, the Nextbook Google Play Series gives users numerous benefits including:

Access to more than 600,000 apps and games, millions of songs and books, and thousands of movies in the Google Play Store.
Capability to read, listen and watch content not just on the Nextbook but on any device including a desktop, laptop or mobile phone with Google Play’s cloud feature.
Access to preloaded Android apps from Google including Gmail™, Chrome™, Google Talk™, Google+™, Google Maps™, YouTube™ and much more.
5GB of free cloud storage with Google Drive™.

The Nextbook 7GP includes high performance hardware such as a Dual Core 1.5GHz processor, 1GB DDR3 RAM, a high definition (1024 x 600) capacitive multi touch screen, front and back cameras, and an HDMI-out port to send 1080p HD video to an HDTV or computer.

Other common features shared by the Google Play units include: 8GB internal memory; microSD card slot for memory expansion up to 32GB; 2.0 USB slot; G-Sensor; microphone; B/G/N Wi-Fi connection; and a built-in Lithium-Ion battery.

The Nextbook 7GP’s Jelly Bean 4.1 operating system is the fastest, smoothest version of Android yet. It features improved performance throughout the system, including faster orientation changes, faster responses when switching between recent apps, and smoother and more consistent rendering across the system through v-sync and triple buffering.

The Nextbook Google Play series tablets are preloaded with a wide selection of applications including the Barnes & Noble NOOK Store, Net Nanny parental controls and CloudLink’s “Productivity Toolbox”, which includes numerous free applications such as 5GB of free cloud storage, free mobile security, wireless printing, and credit card processing.

E FUN’s Nextbook 7GP tablet will be available February 2013 for a retail price of $129.99.

About E FUN
As its name implies, E FUN is a designer and markets fun, lifestyle e-products that are easily accessible. While appreciated by techies, E FUN products are primarily designed for consumers who desire the latest technological products, but are more concerned with what they do, not how they do it. E FUN’s ongoing product innovation focuses on making electronics and computing more fun! Initial products offerings from E-Fun include the APEN digital pen and Nextbook Android tablets. E FUN is headquartered in West Covina, California. For additional information regarding E FUN’s brands, please visit APEN at www.apenusa.com; and Nextbook at www.nextbookusa.com.

 

source: Engadget

Verizon-LTE equipped Galaxy Note 10.1 passes through FCC

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 10:40 AM PST

Samsung’s multi-talented tablet device, the Galaxy Note 10.1, has been pretty quiet lately, save for a few updates in certain regions here and there. Well, after spending a few months in the shadow of its little brother, the Note 2, the tablet peeked out of the FCC with Verizon LTE bands and support for 3G connectivity. Neither Samsung or Verizon has said anything about this little surprise, but I’m sure they won’t keep too quiet about it for very long. Hopefully we’ll see another carrier or two pick up a data-enabled version of this device, too.

source: Engadget

Huawei to offer Ascend P1 through Amazon for US customers

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 10:17 AM PST

If you’ve been itching to get your hands on a Huawei Ascend P1 in the States, you’ll now be able to get one directly through Amazon without jumping through hoops to get one imported. Huawei will be offering the phone unlocked for $450 on Amazon, although without LTE. At that price point, the dual-core, 4.3 inch phone may have a hard time competing with the Nexus 4, but for those of you that can’t seem to buy a Nexus 4 no matter how hard you try, this may be a good second option. Anyone going to pick one of these up?

Huawei’s Ascend P1 Launches in U.S.

Super thin Huawei Ascend P1 comes with 1.5 GHz dual-core processor and Android 4.0 ICS OS

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Huawei, a leading global information and communications technology (ICT) solutions provider, today announced an unlocked version of the Huawei Ascend P1 is available to U.S. consumers through Amazon.com. The Huawei Ascend P1 comes equipped with 1.5 GHz dual-core processor and is one of the fastest models in class, capable of handling 3D games effectively.

“The Ascend P1 is perfect for consumers looking to get the most out of their device,” said Michael Chuang , Executive Vice President of Huawei Device USA. “Whether it’s for playing games, streaming music and videos, or sharing multimedia in the home or workplace, the Ascend P1 offers unparalleled performance and a truly unique mobile experience.”

The Ascend P1 offers users a movie theatre-quality cinematic experience with its super AMOLED, 4.3 inch screen and 5.1 Dolby Surround Sound System. In addition, at only 7.69 mm thick, the Huawei Ascend P1 is one of the thinnest smartphones on the market. The 64.8 mm frame allows the Ascend P1 to sit comfortably in the user’s palm, giving them the ability to navigate all the phone’s features with a single hand.

The Huawei Ascend P1 is available online at Amazon.com for $449.99.

Sprint to begin offering prepaid service on January 25th

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 09:59 AM PST

Sprint tries their hardest to offer the most value for their customers’ dollar, and for the most part they do a great job, especially with their unlimited data plans. Now Sprint looks to be getting into a pay-as-you-go service to offer more flexibility for consumers who don’t want to sign a contract. According to some leaked documents for Sprint employees, customers will be able to get on a prepaid plan with their choice of four phones.

Unfortunately, only two of those are smartphones, and neither of those two are top shelf devices. If you want to take an LG Optimus Elite or a Samsung Victory (which may or may not be LTE-enabled) you’re in luck. They’ll run $150 and $250 respectively. As far as plans go, $70 bucks a month nets you unlimited everything with a smartphone, but there may be some stipulations on using data while roaming off-network. You can also opt for a $50 monthly bill with a cheaper feature phone, but where’s the fun in that?

Now, here’s the catch that’s probably going to turn off many customers; regular Sprint Android phones, like the incredibly popular Galaxy Note II or Sprint’s own flagship device, the HTC EVO 4G LTE, can’t be used on this prepaid service. If you want a high end device, you have to stay postpaid. That puts Sprint at a disadvantage against Virgin Mobile and Boost Mobile, as both of those prepaid carriers use Sprint coverage anyway, and offer a wider selection of phones and cheaper plans. Neither offer truly unlimited data, since they both throttle users after a certain data threshold, so Sprint might be hoping to pull over the extreme data hogs onto this prepaid option. Any readers interested in trying this out?

source: Android Police

LG bringing the “kitchen sink” to CES 2013

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 09:52 AM PST

When you think of CES 2013, you are probably thinking of the latest electronic gizmos and gadgets, from smartphones, to tablets, to computers, to gaming systems, and so on. You may not be thinking so much about your kitchen appliances. LG wants to change that and is planning to bring some equipment to CES 2013 to give you a little mental nudge in that direction. They may not be bringing the kitchen sink, but they are planning to bring the refrigerator, the stove, the washer/dryer, and even a remote-controlled robotic vacuum cleaner to demonstrate their “Smart Household” concept.

The idea of the smart household is to deploy “smart technology” that results in higher efficiency and easier use. A key to this is the use of technologies like NFC and apps that can run on smartphones giving the consumer better control over their appliances. Users can start and stop appliances remotely or check on the status. Using NFC or a “one touch” function, users can more easily use their appliances without going through a series of settings every time. LG has also taken steps to increase the capacities of their appliances while maintaining the same form factor, resulting in improved efficiency as less energy is used.

Smartphone controlled appliances are not a new concept, but it is a concept that has not yet grabbed the attention – and dollars – of the general public. Can LG change that equation?

source: LG

Further proof the U.S. is gadget hungry: We now have more internet connected gadgets than people

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 07:52 AM PST

I don’t this is going to be a shocker to anyone, but it sure is eye-opening when you consider that there are now more internet connected devices than people in the U.S. According to the NPD Group, there are about 425 million such gadgets in homes that consist of smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles, and of course desktop computers and laptops. With 311 million people, it’s a lock that this spread will continue to grow.

Desktops and laptops continue to dominate the numbers, but mobile is growing fast and furious. Right now there are roughly 183.8 million desktops and laptops, but between smartphones and tablets, they make up roughly 164.8 million. The rest of the numbers are comprised of video game consoles, HDTVs, media players, and Blu-ray players.

Is it possible that by the end of 2013, smartphones and tablets will overtake computers and laptops?

source: NPD Group

LG Rumored To Announce Optimus G2 At CES Next Week, Will Come Decked Out At 5.5-Inches And Feature A 1080p Display

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 07:46 AM PST

 

Hot off the heels of having a very successful 2012 campaign, LG is set to come into 2013 with a bang by introducing a new flagship device to the masses as early as next week. According to DigiTimes, the Korean manufacturer has developed the Optimus G2 smartphone, which is a full 5.5-inch device featuring a 1080p display and newly minted Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Prime MSM8974 chip. Although additional details are slim for now, it appears that LG is clearly intent stealing all of the phablet attention as we’re also expecting to see offerings from Huawei and Sony as well.

Ladies and gentlemen– let the next round of the phablet wars begin. Let’s just hope Samsung is ready for what looks to be an exciting battle.

source: DigiTimes

Nexus 4 sales unofficially estimated to be around 400,000 so far

Posted: 03 Jan 2013 07:25 AM PST

There is no question that the Nexus 4 is the hottest Android device right now, but how many did they sell? Since the wait times have been so long, the assumption is there could be millions in play or was it just the fact that LG and Google went too conservative in their estimates? Well you certainly aren’t going to get this information from Google so the only thing left to do is a little sleuthing. No problem since Android has the biggest enthusiasts around. Nexus 4 owners took their IMEI numbers and backtracked the production number of their devices by adding it to the end of an LG mobile link (see below). The site returns the IMEI followed by a long string of characters. Hit the break to interpret the results.

Example result: LGE960 ACAGBK 212KPHG188745 20121206 GLOBAL/GLOBAL N N

LGE960 = phone model
A = ?
CA = Country where the device was sold. (Others include 'US' for the U.S., 'HK' for Hong Kong, 'AU' for Australia and so on.)
G = Storage (G = 16GB, 8 = 8GB)
BK = Color
2 = ?
12 = Production Month (November)
K = Production Country (Korea)
PHG = ?
188745 = The line or production number, showing that phone was the 188,745th device made.
2012121206 = The production date in YYYYMMDD format

Again, this is only an interpolation, but it looks like 70,000 units were sold in October, 90,000 in November, and 210,000 in December. I can’t imagine the “real” numbers being too far off. The December figures below show shared data from various Nexus 4 owners.

DECEMBER
165000
264000
265133 14-th ADEUBK GERMANY
266133 15-th AHKGBK Hong Kong
267133 15-th AHKGBK Hong Kong
268133 15-th ADEUBK GERMANY
269133 15-th ADEUBK GERMANY
270133 15-th ASWSBK SWS Switzerland (looks like around 500 units)
271133 16-th AISRBK Israel
272133 15-th ADEUBK Germany
273133 15-th AHKGBK Hong Kong
274133 15-th AHKGBK Hong Kong
275133 15-th AHKGBK Hong Kong
277133 17-th AHKGBK Hong Kong
278133 17-th AHKGBK Hong Kong
279133 16-th AMYSBK
280123 17-th AMYSBK
289000 18-th UK
300123 19-th ADEGBK
305112 19-th ACA8BK
306000 28-Oct (?) AUSGBK, 211KPPB306000 "csn" is also very different from the "surroundings"
306001 8-Oct AUSGBK 211KPHG306001 esnoutgodate=null >>Never shipped?
306009 4-th Dec AUSGBK 212KPHG306009 esnoutgodate=null
306010 19-th AUS8BK 212KPYR306010 esnoutgodate=null
306020 19-th AUS8BK esnoutgodate=null
314001 19-th AFRGBK
314002 19-th ADEGBK
314050 19-th ADEGBK
314123 19-th ADEGBK
315112 19-th ADE8BK
319123 20-th ADEGBK
320123 20-th ADEGBK
321123 20-th AAUGBK
325112 20-th AUSGBK
330123 20-th AUSGBK
340123 21-th ACAGBK
350123 22-th AUS8BK
360123 26-th AUSGBK
365123 27-th AUS8BK
370123 27-th AUSGBK
374110 28-th AUSGBK

source: Techcrunch / IMEI Link (add your IMEI to the end of the link)
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