Android World Update # Verizon closes loophole that allowed upgrades with unlimited data

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Verizon closes loophole that allowed upgrades with unlimited data Sep 30th 2013, 00:45, by Jerry Hildenbrand Things are back to normal at Verizon, unlimited data plan bug has been fixed We've received some information that the loophole everyone jumped on last night, where users were able to use a subsidized upgrade without losing their unlimited data, has been officially closed by Verizon HQ. If you don't keep up-to-date with this sort of thing, users on Verizon that wanted to keep the old unlimited data plan were unable to sign an new agreement and get their new phone at the subsidized rate. Last night, folks started taking advantage of a recent "glitch" in the system that allowed you to get the contract price, sign a new two year agreement, but still keep the unlimited data. Now that the issue has been "fixed" by Verizon, there's no telling how they are going to deal with the users who took advantage of the bug this weekend. If you grabbed a phone this way, you'll want to pay very close attention to any and all communication from Big Red. Thanks, Anon!

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Android World Update # Sony Xperia Z1 unboxing and first impressions

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Sony Xperia Z1 unboxing and first impressions Sep 29th 2013, 22:16, by Adam Koueider Sony’s been making a comeback in recent times, looking to return as the powerhouse it once was. The Sony Xperia Z was the first major attempt at this, but it lacked that killer feature and ended up being washed over by the HTC One and the Galaxy S4. The Sony Xperia Z1 looks to improve upon the Xperia Z and finally prove that Sony is ready to play with the big boys. To find out, we’ve grabbed ourselves our own Xperia Z1 and the first step in finding out whether Sony was finally ready to join the big players, was to rip open that appealing white box to reveal the even more appealing glass and metal Xperia Z1! The Sony Xperia Z1 comes with some of the most impressive specs on the market. A big and beautiful Full HD 5-inch LCD display, a Snapdragon 800 processor backed by the Adreno 330 GPU, 2GB of RAM, the impressive 20.7MP G-lens back camera and 3000mAh worth of battery to power the powerful machine. The Xperia Z1 is no doubt, one of the most beautiful smartphones on the market, with its all-black (also available in white and purple), metal and glass design, but there are a few issues that you’ll notice straight away. The smartphone is rather large for its screen size which could be due to it also being waterproof (IP 58 rated) or simply just to cram all of those powerhouse specifications into the smartphone. Another issue is that the much maligned viewing angles of the Xperia Z — which looked to have been resolved in the Xperia Z Ultra — have reared their ugly head again in the Xperia Z1. The viewing angles on the LCD display are poor, but that’s pretty much the only downside to an overall great display. While poor  viewing angles don’t seem to a problem to some, great viewing angles allow you to easily read text messages from their phone lying on a table, or when watching a viral YouTube video with a bunch of friends. Stay tuned for the full review of the Sony Xperia Z1 coming soon, as well as tons of comparisons to other high-end smartphones. Sony Xperia Z1: First Look! [4:26] Sony Xperia Z1 vs HTC One: Quick Look [3:41] Sony Xperia Z1 Camera: Feature Focus [3:52] Sony Xperia Z1 vs LG G2: Quick Look [4:04] Sony Xperia Z1 vs Samsung Galaxy S4 Quick Look! [4:06] What are your first impressions of the Xperia Z1? Has it impressed you enough to purchase it? Are poor viewing angles an issue for you? Media files: Sony Xperia Z1 unboxing and first impressions Video thumbnail for youtube video Sony Xperia Z1 unboxing and first impressions – Android Authority sony xperia z1 aa 29 default.jpg default.jpg default.jpg default.jpg default.jpg

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Android World Update # Vector 13: Kevin Michaluk on what happened to BlackBerry

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Vector 13: Kevin Michaluk on what happened to BlackBerry Sep 29th 2013, 20:05, by Rene Ritchie It happened to Palm. It's happening to BlackBerry. Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Samsung might be insulated by their revenue from other businesses, or they might not. No company stays on top, or even in the game, forever. So, we interrupt our usual programing to get Kevin Michaluk of CrackBerry.com back on the line so he can explain to us what the hell is happening with BlackBerry. The reaction to the iPhone, the detour of the PlayBook, and the launch of BB10. No. Holds. Barred. Subscribe in iTunes Subscribe in RSS Download Directly Follow on Twitter Show notes Inside the fall of BlackBerry: How the smartphone inventor failed to adapt BlackBerry and Fairfax: What happens now? read more

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Android World Update # Sony Cyber-shot QX10 camera review

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Sony Cyber-shot QX10 camera review Sep 29th 2013, 18:49, by Jerry Hildenbrand A stand-alone lens for your phone? It's so crazy it just might work The Sony Cyber-short QX10 is here to fill a need you had no idea needed filled. It mates the improved pictures of a good point-and-shoot camera with your smartphone. Rather than build a phone with a high-powered camera like the Galaxy S4 Zoom, the QX10 is a stand-alone unit that works with any Android smartphone. (Or the iPhone, if that's how you roll.) Using wireless (NFC and WIfi Direct) the QX10 pairs with your phone (or tablet if you're into that) and the device's screen becomes the live-view from the lens. It can be a little clunky, and there's some software between the two that allow it to happen. Often-times finicky software. To the point where it's almost easier to forgo the software and shoot blind, unconnected to a phone. Yes, it can do that, too. To top things off, the QX10 costs as much as a good point and shoot camera does — $250.  It's going to have to do two things well to find a place in anyone's gear bag — take great pictures, and be easy to use. Hit the break and see if it can do them. Amazon: Sony DSC-QX10 Lens-style camera ($249) read more

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