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• Report: Google Glass to get general consumer release by end of this year (and one user’s take on it from personal experience)
• YouTube for Android update brings Google+ profiles, new notification controls
• T-Mobile offering Nexus 4 for free through Sunday [DEALS]
• Samsung Galaxy S4: case leaks give rough idea of phone’s shape, TouchWiz camera getting Photo Sphere-esque feature
• HTC BlinkFeed — there if you need it, not if you don’t
• Motorola makes it easier to check the upgrade status of your Android device
• Sprint announces rugged Kyocera Torque for March 8th, priced at $99
• CloudOn version 4.0 brings another option to edit Microsoft Office documents

Report: Google Glass to get general consumer release by end of this year (and one user’s take on it from personal experience) Posted: 22 Feb 2013 12:16 PM PST It’s been a good month for Google Glass, it seems. Following seemingly successful rounds of developer workshops (the results of which are being protected under strict non-disclosure agreements), Google confirmed it would be expanding the Glass Explorer program to give lucky (and rich) users a chance to get the device in its early stages for $1,500. While most of us probably won’t be crazy enough to spend that much on it, new information suggests we’ll all have a crack at the device for a cheaper price much sooner. CNet has heard it from a source that Google would carry out a consumer launch of Google Glass by the end of 2013. The original timeline was early-mid 2014 so this is even better than we expected. The device will apparently come to us for less than $1,500, though price has yet to be pinpointed just yet. We’re just keeping our fingers crossed that it won’t be in the range of thousands of dollars. Other information gleaned from the source suggests Google Glass will be able to interface with both Android devices and iPhone devices, and will do so via Bluetooth. The device won’t have its own cellular radios so it’ll leverage the WiFi connection or cellular data from whichever phone or tablet it’s connected to. This makes a lot of sense, and to be quite honest we never expected Google Glass to be made with the idea that it could be used 100% independent of other devices. In other news, The Verge’s Joshua Topolsky has had a go with the smart glasses for himself. As far as we know, this is the first user account of Google Glass out there, and it gives us a good idea of what to expect from a consumer standpoint before they officially hit store shelves. Topolsky discusses design, potential, and his thoughts on whether or not Google Glass has what it takes to be the next big innovation in computing — long story short, he says it’s a matter of “when,” not “if.” Find that delicious story here, and let us know if you’re going to be in line for a pair of these if they do, in fact, drop by the end of this year.

YouTube for Android update brings Google+ profiles, new notification controls Posted: 22 Feb 2013 11:49 AM PST YouTube for Android has gotten even better with its brand new upgrade in the Google Play Store. With this latest version, users can now use their Google+ profiles within the app to +1 videos. Other forms of integration weren’t immediately obvious but we’re still poking around. Users can also look forward to new notification controls for TV playback. You’ll be able to pause and skip to the next video in a queue without having to be within the YouTube app, a feature I personally wished for just yesterday as I watched SimCity Beta videos on my Xbox 360 while I was checking Twitter on my phone. Finally, a bug fix for issues with full-screen playback has been issued. This is a pretty quick upgrade so get to it whenever you can. If, for whatever reason, you don’t have YouTube on your Android smartphone or tablet you can find it here in the Google Play Store.

T-Mobile offering Nexus 4 for free through Sunday [DEALS] Posted: 22 Feb 2013 09:54 AM PST If you’re a T-Mobile customer who’s looking for a new smartphone and doesn’t mind being tethered to a two-year commitment, then one awesome deal has sprung up that will last for this weekend only. Magenta is offering the Nexus 4 for free after instant discounts and a $50 mail-in rebate card. If you anticipate being with T-Mobile for the next two years and don’t think you’ll need a new phone within that time then you’d be a fool to pass this one up. Still, some folks might find it more economical to grab the device from the Google Play Store instead, where El Goog is selling it for a minimum of $300 unlocked. That’s a great price for a phone of this magnitude that doesn’t come with any contractual obligations. Head here if you’d rather take that particular route, but if T-Mobile’s current offer is fine for you then make no delay in ordering one here. [Thanks to everyone who sent this in!]

Samsung Galaxy S4: case leaks give rough idea of phone’s shape, TouchWiz camera getting Photo Sphere-esque feature Posted: 22 Feb 2013 09:42 AM PST It’s been tough to get an early look at Samsung’s Galaxy S4 ahead of its official unveiling, but we might have some new information courtesy of accessory retailer MobileFun. According to a “trusted” Chinese accessory maker, the images you see below are cut-out to fit Samsung’s as-yet announced flagship device. There aren’t a whole lot of surprises here — it’s rectangular and has cut-outs for speakers, cameras, ports, and other odds and ends. It’s hard to judge the shape of the nonexistent phone without actually seeing it, but these cases tell us to expect a device that’s a bit bigger than the Galaxy S3, with edges that are just a bit more sharp and pointed. Of course, the bigger size would come from the 5-inch 1080p display that is rumored to be going inside the thing. These cases would also seem to confirm recent rumors that the Galaxy S4 won’t be getting an S Pen, though that isn’t too surprising. Going a bit further than that,  the cutouts for the rear camera seem a tad bit larger than we’re normally used to. We’re not sure if this means we can expect a bigger camera sensor or just a bigger area surrounding it, but the cutout is rather consistent across the two different designs seen above and below. The cutout to the left of that is likely the flash as the cutout on the right of one of the cases is separated by a plastic bar, a design which indicates the presence of a speaker grill there. There’s not much else to take from these photos so enjoy them however you can. In related news, Samsung is rumored to be bringing a feature to its TouchWiz camera called Orb. This feature can be likened to the Photo Sphere feature that was introduced with Android 4.2, which gives you the ability to take 360-degree photos of your surroundings using a quick, easy and intuitive process. Even more frustrating than not having an early look at the device is that we don’t even have a clear idea of when Samsung is looking to unveil this thing. The latest rumors peg March 14th in New York City, while an earlier, independent rumor said we would see it March 15th in the same city. Since those two dates are in close proximity to each other we have a pretty light circle surrounding that stretch of time on our calendars. Let’s get through Mobile World Congress first, and then we’ll see if Samsung starts hyping up the next Next Big Thing soon after. [via MobileFun, AndroidGeeks]

HTC BlinkFeed — there if you need it, not if you don’t Posted: 22 Feb 2013 08:53 AM PST If you have been living under a rock for the past few days, HTC introduced the HTC One this past Tuesday. Along with the HTC One, though we’ve gotten a new version of HTC Sense to sit on top of Android 4.1. The latest version is 5.0, and it introduced many great new features. The biggest change will be BlinkFeed, a home-screen feed which aggregates content from your social networks and over 1,400 different news sources to deliver the news and content you care about the most. As great as it looks, we’re sure not everyone is going to like it. One of the biggest questions regarding BlinkFeed was whether or not it could be disabled. Folks fear BlinkFeed will take up valuable system resources and consume unnecessary network data, so they stormed HTC’s blog with questions to see what could be done about making sure it’s not interfering with their lives. Thankfully, HTC responded, and we now have a more clear idea of what users can do to bypass BlinkFeed. For starters, BlinkFeed is your default home-screen, but you can specify your own default home-screen if you’re not fond of this behavior. Secondly, you can disable some or all elements of BlinkFeed if you so choose. In the case of disabling all of its elements, it sounds like you’ll be able to manipulate the home-screen it occupies by either deleting it or replacing it with another home-screen. You can’t blame HTC for trying to innovate, but you can’t blame users for not being receptive to that innovation, either. Let us know if BlinkFeed is something you’re looking forward to or if you’ll be looking forward to disabling it the first chance you get. [via AndroidForums.com, thanks EarlyMon!]

Motorola makes it easier to check the upgrade status of your Android device Posted: 22 Feb 2013 08:37 AM PST If you’re a Motorola device owner and you’re ever curious about whether or not your device will get the latest version of Android, you have never really had to pull teeth in order to get that information. Motorola has long had a place for users to go to check the update status of their device, but it has never been the most easy site to navigate. Thankfully, that changes today. Motorola has upgraded its Android software upgrade site with a straightforward sorting system. Select your country, then your carrier, and then your phone. After that, Motorola spits out information about whichever device you’re looking for. Taking it for a quick spin, I’ve learned that the original DROID RAZR is still slated to receive Jelly Bean 4.1 in the first quarter of this year. Sprint’s Motorola Photon Q is still on track for Jelly Bean 4.1, though an exact time frame hasn’t been given. If I owned the original Photon 4G or any other eligible device, I could upgrade to a newer Motorola phone using the $100 rebate phone. If my phone isn’t listed, then I can pretty much expect it to remain dead in water. It’s a lot more than other manufacturers are willing to do, so even if you aren’t happy with the status of your device’s upgrade track you should be thankful Motorola’s provided this resource. Bookmark it here, and check your own phone from time to time if you’re ever curious.

Sprint announces rugged Kyocera Torque for March 8th, priced at $99 Posted: 22 Feb 2013 07:34 AM PST Sprint has just announced the Kyocera Torque, a new rugged 4G LTE handset to launch March 8th. The Torque features Sprint Direct Connect and Smart Sonic Audio Technology, plus it is built to Military Standard 810G, a first for a touchscreen smartphone. The push-to-talk handset will find a home with the likes of contractors, folks working in the field, as well as your everyday user looking for a sturdier smartphone. That includes Bear Grylls, who has taken on the role of spokesman for the Torque. The Kyocera Torque runs Android 4.1 and offers up to 18 hours of talk time, which makes it pretty near perfect for someone who makes it a habit of getting lost in the woods with no supplies or rescue in sight. It features a 4.0-inch IPS display and 5MP rear camera with 1.3MP front-facing camera. Kyocera Torque – the First Ultra-Rugged 4G LTE Android Smartphone with Sprint Direct Connect and Smart Sonic Receiver Audio Technology – Drops, Dunks and Spills into Sprint on March 8 for $99.99 Online Adventures from Ultimate Adventurer and Fun-Loving Dad Bear Grylls to Show How Torque Can Survive the Extremes and Everyday Life OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Feb. 22, 2013 – Sprint (NYSE:S) and Kyocera Communications Inc. today announced the March 8 availability of Kyocera Torque, the "live more, fear less" handset built to survive extreme elements and everyday life. The ultra-rugged, 4G LTE Android™ smartphone will be available in all Sprint retail channels, including Web (www.sprint.com) and Telesales (1-800-SPRINT1), for $99.99 after a $50 mail- in-rebate via reward card, with a new line of service or eligible upgrade and two-year service agreement (pricing excludes taxes).1 Powered by Android 4.1, Ice Cream Sandwich, 4G LTE speeds and up to 18.9 hours of talk time, this device will benefit from Truly UnlimitedSM 4G LTE data, text and calling to any mobile device with no metering, no throttling, and no overages, all while on the Sprint network. Torque is built to Military Standard 810G (MilSpec) to withstand dust, shock, vibration, solar radiation, humidity, blowing rain, low pressure, salt fog and extreme temperatures, along with IP67 standards for dust, sprayed water and full immersion of up to one meter deep for up to 30 minutes. It features Sprint® Direct Connect® push-to-talk service and is America's first phone to include Kyocera's award-winning new Smart Sonic Receiver technology, which transmits sounds not only as traditional sound waves, but also as vibrations carried by body tissue directly to the eardrum and inner ear for unparalleled sound clarity even in the noisiest environments. Torque is designated Sprint Professional Grade, which ensures advanced security, device management and Exchange Active Sync capabilities are protecting data on the device and over Sprint’s nationwide network. "The durability and sound quality of Torque are amazing for a 4G LTE smartphone," said David Owens, vice president-Product Development, Sprint. "Whether you're on a construction site, an outdoor adventurer or a mom that worries about their kids breaking their phone, Torque can hold up to those drops, spills or dunks. With Sprint's 4G LTE network and truly unlimited 4G data, text and calling plans, it's a tremendous offer for business customers, busy kids and adventurers alike." In keeping with Torque's ability to tackle the extremes and everyday life, Kyocera has sought the help of Bear Grylls – Everest mountaineer, former British Special Forces, star of television's "Man vs. Wild," and the father of three active boys. See Grylls take Torque on a series of "adventures" ranging from biting snow, spraying water and mud to a day of splashing in a water park full of kids at http://www.youtube.com/kyoceramobilephones. "Bear Grylls is the ultimate survivor, in both his extreme adventures and the challenges he deals with day-to-day like the rest of us," said Eric Anderson, senior vice president and general manager of global sales and marketing at Kyocera Communications. "Most of us know him as an intrepid adventurer, who has withstood the most extreme environments, but he's also a businessman and a parent, and he appreciates the value of a smart, rugged device like Torque that can seamlessly support those different sides of his lifestyle." In 2012, Sprint added more coverage area to its Sprint Direct Connect push-to-talk service – creating three times the push-to-talk coverage of its Nextel National Network – with the addition of roaming and Sprint 1xRTT coverage areas.2 The expansion of the Sprint Direct Connect network also marks another milestone for Network Vision, Sprint's nationwide network upgrade using the newest, most advanced equipment in the industry. Sprint plans to consolidate multiple network technologies into one seamless network with the goal of increasing efficiency and enhancing network coverage, call quality and data speeds for customers. Sprint introduced its all-new 4G LTE network in July 2012 and now offers service in 58 markets.3 For the most up-to-date details on the Sprint 4G LTE portfolio and rollout, please visit www.sprint.com/4GLTE. For detailed 4G LTE maps, providing coverage information right down to the address, please visit www.sprint.com/coverage. Customers are encouraged to check back often, as the maps will be updated when coverage in these markets is enhanced. For more information about the Kyocera Torque, please visit http:// www.kyocerasmartphones.com/torque or www.sprint.com/torque.

CloudOn version 4.0 brings another option to edit Microsoft Office documents Posted: 21 Feb 2013 07:50 PM PST The folks at CloudOn have announced version 4.0 of their office editing suite. CloudOn carries the distinction of being one of the only solutions in the market to offer full Microsoft Office editing, with an Office-like editing ribbon which changes based on whatever you’re doing and whatever you need. Now available for both phones and tablets, CloudOn 4.0 will bring a nice slew of features for the low, low initial cost of free. Here’s what you can expect: Android Customized Ribbon: The Microsoft Office ribbon is tailored to the Android screen, so touch-based functions like selecting font size, turning on track changes or creating a table are dead simple for users across all editing options. CloudOn FileSpace: A FileSpace is a place to add notes and view all activity on a single file, including edits, for real-time updates on documents. Support for both Portrait and Landscape view: View documents in either portrait of landscape mode, for easy editing on the go Accessibility:  Easily share files and view word, PPT or excel documents directly from your email, Dropbox, Box, Google Drive and SkyDrive. Notes: Quickly and easily add notes to any Microsoft Office document on an Android. These notes can be shared and viewed by all collaborators. Beyond all that, you’ll still be treated to the same standard experience of editing Word, Excel, and Powerpoint files on the go, with a built-in Adobe Reader PDF viewer, to boot. It’s not costing you a dime to at least give it a shot, so find it in the Google Play Store here to see if the app is up to your standards for a full-featured mobile editing suite.

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• UK carrier Three makes HTC One available for pre-order
• Sony Xperia E Dual goes on pre-order for U.S.
• Kyocera Torque from Sprint available for $99.99 on March 8th
• Deutsche Telekom, China Mobile join Via Licensing’s 4G LTE patent pool
• MLB At Bat 2013 Officially Hits The Play Store, Reminds Us That Spring Is Here
• CloudOn gets updated to version 4.0 and brings even more goodies than ever before
• Play Store gets a seemingly minor update to version 3.10.14
• Qualcomm announces the world’s first global 4G LTE solution
• Pantech Perception stops by the FCC for a photo shoot, headed to Verizon in the near future
• HBO GO and MAX GO get version 2.0 update with HDMI-out features

UK carrier Three makes HTC One available for pre-order Posted: 22 Feb 2013 01:44 PM PST     Those individuals in the UK are in luck as Three, a UK-based phone carrier, has made the hot new HTC One available for pre-order today ahead of a reported release on March 15th. Three will debut the phone on its LTE network at launch and is offering two tariffs, each with an upfront cost of £69 for the device. Consumers can choose between the two offered tariffs, one that costs £34 per month called the “Ultimate Internet 500 tariff” and another for £2 more called “The One Plan” which features unlimited data and the ability to tether. Three is also offering the phone on a pay-as-you-go plan for £479.99. It’s pretty nice that Three customers will have a couple of plans to choose from when grabbing the device. Click the source below to get more information and pre-order the HTC One from today. Source: Three.co.uk Come comment on this article: UK carrier Three makes HTC One available for pre-order Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

Sony Xperia E Dual goes on pre-order for U.S. Posted: 22 Feb 2013 01:30 PM PST       Sony has just announced that their dual-sim Sony Xperia E Dual is up for pre-order in the U.S. with units shipping on March 1st. This entry level Android smartphone features a 1GHz CPU, a 3.5-inch WVGA screen and a 3.2MP rear camera. While these specs are nothing to shout about, Sony has presented an entry level smartphone in a very sleek and attractive package. The device will cost $199.99 which on the surface may seem high, however this is the price you pay for the device unlocked. Most of the higher end smartphones cost the same price on a two-year contract with a carrier. For $199.99, this is a great starter phone for anyone jumping into the smartphone market for the first time. Head over to the source to pre-order your Xperia E Dual today. Source: Sony Store Come comment on this article: Sony Xperia E Dual goes on pre-order for U.S. Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

Kyocera Torque from Sprint available for $99.99 on March 8th Posted: 22 Feb 2013 09:55 AM PST       Sprint has just revealed that the rugged Kyocera Torque smartphone will go on sale on March 8th for $99.99 on-contract. Announced back in January, the Torque features 4G LTE, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, a 4-inch WVGA display, a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM and a 2500mAh battery. Coupled with this is 4GB of internal storage with expandable storage options via microSD. Sprint claims the Torque is dirt and water resistant as well as able to withstand extreme hot and cold and withstand harsh impacts, so if you’re in the market for a new smartphone and you’re also one who tends to be harsh on your products, it might not be a bad idea to consider the Torque as your next purchase. Click the break for the press release. Kyocera Torque – the First Ultra-Rugged 4G LTE Android Smartphone with Sprint Direct Connect and Smart Sonic Receiver Audio Technology – Drops, Dunks and Spills into Sprint on March 8 for $99.99   Online Adventures from Ultimate Adventurer and Fun-Loving Dad Bear Grylls to Show How Torque Can Survive the Extremes and Everyday Life   OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Feb. 22, 2013 – Sprint (NYSE:S) and Kyocera Communications Inc. today announced the March 8 availability of Kyocera Torque, the "live more, fear less" handset built to survive extreme elements and everyday life.   The ultra-rugged, 4G LTE Android™ smartphone will be available in all Sprint retail channels, including Web (www.sprint.com) and Telesales (1-800-SPRINT1), for $99.99 after a $50 mail- in-rebate via reward card, with a new line of service or eligible upgrade and two-year service agreement (pricing excludes taxes).1 Powered by Android 4.1, Ice Cream Sandwich, 4G LTE speeds and up to 18.9 hours of talk time, this device will benefit from Truly Unlimited SM 4G LTE data, text and calling to any mobile device with no metering, no throttling, and no overages, all while on the Sprint network.   Torque is built to Military Standard 810G (MilSpec) to withstand dust, shock, vibration, solar radiation, humidity, blowing rain, low pressure, salt fog and extreme temperatures, along with IP67 standards for dust, sprayed water and full immersion of up to one meter deep for up to 30 minutes. It features Sprint® Direct Connect® push-to-talk service and is America's first phone to include Kyocera's award-winning new Smart Sonic Receiver technology, which transmits sounds not only as traditional sound waves, but also as vibrations carried by body tissue directly to the eardrum and inner ear for unparalleled sound clarity even in the noisiest environments. Torque is designated Sprint Professional Grade, which ensures advanced security, device management and Exchange Active Sync capabilities are protecting data on the device and over Sprint’s nationwide network.   "The durability and sound quality of Torque are amazing for a 4G LTE smartphone," said David Owens, vice president-Product Development, Sprint. "Whether you're on a construction site, an outdoor adventurer or a mom that worries about their kids breaking their phone, Torque can hold up to those drops, spills or dunks. With Sprint's 4G LTE network and truly unlimited 4G data, text and calling plans, it's a tremendous offer for business customers, busy kids and adventurers alike."   In keeping with Torque's ability to tackle the extremes and everyday life, Kyocera has sought the help of Bear Grylls – Everest mountaineer, former British Special Forces, star of television's "Man vs. Wild," and the father of three active boys. See Grylls take Torque on a series of "adventures" ranging from biting snow, spraying water and mud to a day of splashing in a water park full of kids at http://www.youtube.com/kyoceramobilephones.   "Bear Grylls is the ultimate survivor, in both his extreme adventures and the challenges he deals with day-to-day like the rest of us," said Eric Anderson, senior vice president and general manager of global sales and marketing at Kyocera Communications. "Most of us know him as an intrepid adventurer, who has withstood the most extreme environments, but he's also a businessman and a parent, and he appreciates the value of a smart, rugged device like Torque that can seamlessly support those different sides of his lifestyle."   In 2012, Sprint added more coverage area to its Sprint Direct Connect push-to-talk service – creating three times the push-to-talk coverage of its Nextel National Network – with the addition of roaming and Sprint 1xRTT coverage areas.2 The expansion of the Sprint Direct Connect network also marks another milestone for Network Vision, Sprint's nationwide network upgrade using the newest, most advanced equipment in the industry. Sprint plans to consolidate multiple network technologies into one seamless network with the goal of increasing efficiency and enhancing network coverage, call quality and data speeds for customers.   Sprint introduced its all-new 4G LTE network in July 2012 and now offers service in 58 markets.3 For the most up-to-date details on the Sprint 4G LTE portfolio and rollout, please visit www.sprint.com/4GLTE. For detailed 4G LTE maps, providing coverage information right down to the address, please visit www.sprint.com/coverage. Customers are encouraged to check back often, as the maps will be updated when coverage in these markets is enhanced.   Come comment on this article: Kyocera Torque from Sprint available for $99.99 on March 8th Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

Deutsche Telekom, China Mobile join Via Licensing’s 4G LTE patent pool Posted: 22 Feb 2013 09:43 AM PST Via Licensing Corporation announced two new additions to their LTE patent pool. China Mobile and Deutsche Telekom have both joined the pool as owners of standards essential patents that are part of the LTE industry standard. Via Licensing, which maintains licensing programs for several technologies, launched the LTE pool last October. Thus far they have obtained commitments from AT&T, Clearwire Corporation, DTVG Licensing, HP, KDDI Corporation, NTT DOCOMO, SK Telecom, Telecom Italia, Telefónica, and ZTE Corporation in addition to these latest entrants. In joining the licensing pool, Deutsche Telecom hopes to battle the problem of “costly patent litigation and a lack of predictability surrounding the cost and availability of essential IP.” The pool helps companies like China Mobile and Deutsche Telekom by reducing the risk of litigations and paving the way for licensing deals for their own patents. source: TechCrunch Come comment on this article: Deutsche Telekom, China Mobile join Via Licensing’s 4G LTE patent pool Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

MLB At Bat 2013 Officially Hits The Play Store, Reminds Us That Spring Is Here Posted: 22 Feb 2013 09:06 AM PST   Spring baseball is officially here folks, so it’s time for the latest iteration of the MLB At Bat app to hit the Play Store for all you baseball fans out there. First and foremost, the biggest thing users will immediately notice are some pretty neat improvements to the interface, making the app much more intutive and easy to navigate through. In addition, the MLB At Bat 2013 app brings all of the awesome content that we’ve all come to expect including the ability to check out all those fun stats, video highlights and general news of our favorite teams out there. So now that the latest version of the At Bat app is available, I have some good news and bad news to share with you all. First the good news— the app is available in the Play Store now for all you Android 2.0+ users out there. And now for the bad news— the app will require a $20 subscription in order for you to view the exclusive content. It’s surely not cheap for sure, but I’m sure that there’s more than a few of you out there willing to pay for that content.   Play Store Download Link Come comment on this article: MLB At Bat 2013 Officially Hits The Play Store, Reminds Us That Spring Is Here Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

CloudOn gets updated to version 4.0 and brings even more goodies than ever before Posted: 22 Feb 2013 07:02 AM PST   If you’re a working professional or a student, then you are probably going to be happy at the latest update to CloudOn. The latest update brings the software to version 4.0 and gives even more functionality to one of the few apps available to offer Microsoft Office document editing. In addition to phone-specific support, the latest update includes enhancements to the usual goodies including allowing users to:   Use Microsoft Word®, Excel® and PowerPoint® on your Android Tablet and Phone to create, review and edit documents. Rename, delete and manage documents with your Dropbox, Box, Google Drive and SkyDrive accounts. View virtually any type of file, including: PDF, JPG, PNG, GIF, etc. Share files as links or attachments via email directly from the workspace. Display, edit or create charts, change formatting, spell check, insert comments, etc into any Word, Excel or PowerPoint files. Use the FileSpace to see a log of all the activity on file including edits, notifications and notes.   The latest update is available for free, so most of you Android folk out there have no reason to grab it today— especially since the update allows you to you know— be productive and all.   Play Store Download Link     Come comment on this article: CloudOn gets updated to version 4.0 and brings even more goodies than ever before Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

Play Store gets a seemingly minor update to version 3.10.14 Posted: 22 Feb 2013 06:44 AM PST       It looks like Google has just unleashed a minor Play Store update for Android users— well unofficially at least. According to our friends at Android Police, the version brings the software version to 3.10.14 and doesn’t appear to include any significant changes or anything that pops out, indicating that this is a minor update including some bug fixes here and there. Unfortunately, there’s no change log available at this time– but the latest update is ready for you to download at the source link below. If you do happen to grab the update and find anything special— be sure to let us know in the Comments section when you hit past the break. source: Android Police Come comment on this article: Play Store gets a seemingly minor update to version 3.10.14 Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

Qualcomm announces the world’s first global 4G LTE solution Posted: 22 Feb 2013 06:22 AM PST   Sure you may live in one part of the world and own a sweet 4G LTE device, but unfortunately that LTE device may support frequencies only specific to the region you live in and would likely not work elsewhere in the world— causing some angst to say the least. Fortunately Qualcomm has taken note of this significant problem and has introduced its RF360 unit, the world’s first global LTE solution. What this special solution does is effectively allow users of LTE-based devices to use RF360-enabled LTE devices anywhere in the world, being able to read and transmit all sorts of RF data. In short, the RF360 unit will allow LTE users to use the hyper-fast 4G LTE speeds, regardless of the wireless bands a network may be on. As exciting as this is— there will be a minor wait before we see the first devices featuring this sweet technology as Qualcomm has confirmed we’ll see the first few products sometime in the second half of 2013. More details about this awesome achievement can be found once you hit the break.     Qualcomm RF360 Front End Solution Enables Single, Global LTE Design for Next-Generation Mobile Devices New WTR1625L and RF Front End Chips Harness Radio Frequency Band Proliferation, Enable OEMs to Develop Thinner, More Power-Efficient Devices with Worldwide 4G LTE Mobility SAN DIEGO — February 21, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., introduced the Qualcomm RF360 Front End Solution, a comprehensive, system-level solution that addresses cellular radio frequency band fragmentation and enables for the first time a single, global 4G LTE design for mobile devices. Band fragmentation is the biggest obstacle to designing today's global LTE devices, with 40 cellular radio bands worldwide. The Qualcomm RF front end solution comprises a family of chips designed to mitigate this problem while improving RF performance and helping OEMs more easily develop multiband, multimode mobile devices supporting all seven cellular modes, including LTE-FDD, LTE-TDD, WCDMA, EV-DO, CDMA 1x, TD-SCDMA and GSM/EDGE. The RF front end solution includes the industry's first envelope power tracker for 3G/4G LTE mobile devices, a dynamic antenna matching tuner, an integrated power amplifier-antenna switch, and an innovative 3D-RF packaging solution incorporating key front end components. The Qualcomm RF360 solution is designed to work seamlessly, reduce power consumption and improve radio performance while reducing the RF front end footprint inside of a smartphone by up to 50 percent compared to the current generation of devices. Additionally, the solution reduces design complexity and development costs, allowing OEM customers to develop new multiband, multimode LTE products faster and more efficiently. By combining the new RF front end chipsets with Qualcomm Snapdragon all-in-one mobile processors and Gobi™ LTE modems, Qualcomm Technologies can supply OEMs with a comprehensive, optimized, system-level LTE solution that is truly global. As mobile broadband technologies evolve, OEMs need to support 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and LTE Advanced technologies in the same device in order to provide the best possible data and voice experience to consumers no matter where they are. "The wide range of radio frequencies used to implement 2G, 3G and 4G LTE networks globally presents an ongoing challenge for mobile device designers. Where 2G and 3G technologies each have been implemented on four to five different RF bands globally, the inclusion of LTE brings the total number of cellular bands to approximately 40," said Alex Katouzian, senior vice president of product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. "Our new RF devices are tightly integrated and will allow us the flexibility and scalability to supply OEMs of all types, from those requiring only a region-specific LTE solution, to those needing LTE global roaming support." The Qualcomm RF360 front end solution also represents a significant technological advancement in overall radio performance and design, and it comprises the following components: Dynamic Antenna Matching Tuner (QFE15xx) – The world's first modem-assisted and configurable antenna-matching technology extends antenna range to operate over 2G/3G/4G LTE frequency bands, from 700-2700 MHz. This, in conjunction with modem control and sensor input, dynamically improves the antenna's performance and connection reliability in the presence of physical signal impediments, like the user's hand. Envelope Power Tracker (QFE11xx) – The industry's first modem-assisted envelope tracking technology designed for 3G/4G LTE mobile devices, this chip is designed to reduce overall thermal footprint and RF power consumption by up to 30 percent, depending on the mode of operation. By reducing power and heat dissipation, it enables OEMs to design thinner smartphones with longer battery life. Integrated Power Amplifier / Antenna Switch (QFE23xx) – The industry's first chip featuring an integrated CMOS power amplifier (PA) and antenna switch with multiband support across 2G, 3G and 4G LTE cellular modes. This innovative solution provides unprecedented functionality in a single component, with smaller PCB area, simplified routing and one of the smallest PA/antenna switch footprints in the industry. RF POP™ (QFE27xx) – The industry's first 3D RF packaging solution, integrates the QFE23xx multimode, multiband power amplifier and antenna switch, with all the associated SAW filters and duplexers in a single package. Designed to be easily interchangeable, the QFE27xx allows OEMs to change the substrate configuration to support global and/or region-specific frequency band combinations. The QFE27xx RF POP enables a highly integrated multiband, multimode, single-package RF front end solution that is truly global. OEM products featuring the complete Qualcomm RF360 Solution are anticipated to be launched in the second half of 2013. Qualcomm also announced today a new RF transceiver chip, the WTR1625L. The chip is the first in the industry to support carrier aggregation with a significant expansion in the number of active RF bands. The WTR1625L can accommodate all cellular modes and 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE frequency bands and band combinations that are either deployed or in commercial planning globally. Additionally, it has an integrated, high-performance GPS core that also supports GLONASS and Beidou systems. The WTR1625L is tightly integrated in a wafer scale package and optimized for efficiency, offering 20 percent power savings compared to previous generations. The new transceiver, along with the Qualcomm RF360 front end chips, is integral to Qualcomm Technologies Inc.'s single-SKU World Mode LTE solution for mobile devices that are expected to launch in 2013. Come comment on this article: Qualcomm announces the world’s first global 4G LTE solution Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

Pantech Perception stops by the FCC for a photo shoot, headed to Verizon in the near future Posted: 21 Feb 2013 11:25 PM PST Not too long ago Pantech unveiled their Discover for AT&T. It’s a pretty powerful little device with a low price point, which tends to win customers over pretty well. Now we’re getting a sneak peek at Verizon’s version of the device, named the Perception, which we can pretty safely assume will have the same or similar specs and pricing as the Discover, although it’s worth noting that the Discover has a 13 MP camera, and the FCC shots show an 8 MP shooter. Aside from that, the device looks slick as ever with what appears to be a brushed metal finish and a very thin profile. We’ll be sure to keep you updated as we hear more about the availability of this device. source: FCC via: Unwired View Come comment on this article: Pantech Perception stops by the FCC for a photo shoot, headed to Verizon in the near future Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

HBO GO and MAX GO get version 2.0 update with HDMI-out features Posted: 21 Feb 2013 11:13 PM PST Are you a fan of HBO or Cinemax? You’ll be pretty happy with the latest updates to the HBO GO and MAX GO apps, which have added in incredibly convenient HDMI support. Now you’ll be able to get your favorite television shows on your big screen television easier than ever. This is a definite improvement over having to watch content on your phone screen all the time. Hit the link below to get your hands on the update. Play Store Download Link Come comment on this article: HBO GO and MAX GO get version 2.0 update with HDMI-out features Visit TalkAndroid for Android news, Android guides, and much more!

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• The Chromebook Pixel might be the new Linux ultrabook you're waiting for
• Motorola publishes new software update support page
• Material (Beta): yet another social news reader
• Android 4.2.1 update for international Galaxy S3 leaks
• Gmail for Android – A Complete Walkthrough
• Google I/O 2013 registration opens March 13 [Updated]
• HTC settles with FTC over insecure implementation of Carrier IQ, HTC Logger
• Android at Mobile World Congress 2013 - what to expect from this year's show
• Archos 80 Titanium on sale in the UK starting at £129
• MLB At Bat 2013 changes payment options, makes interface improvements
• Sprint Kyocera Torque arriving March 8 for $99.99
• Android @ Mobile World Congress!
• Deal of the Day: Mobi Desktop Cradle w/ Spare Battery Slot for Galaxy Nexus
• Samsung 'Orb' rumored to bring Photosphere-like panoramas to Galaxy S4
• Android Central 126: HTC One recap, MWC preview, Ubuntu and Chromebooks!
• Sony Xperia E Dual up for pre-order in the U.S. - $199.99, shipping Mar. 1
• Qualcomm announces global LTE solution for mobile devices
• HTC One available for pre-order on Three UK beginning Feb 22
• Chrome Beta update fixes crashes, adds tilt scrolling when switching tabs
• HTC adds IR control functions to OpenSense SDK

The Chromebook Pixel might be the new Linux ultrabook you're waiting for Posted: 22 Feb 2013 03:52 PM PST After the announcement of the Chromebook Pixel yesterday, a lot of people were in love with the hardware, but thought the price tag was a bit high for a machine running Chrome OS. I'm in that camp as well. I think the hardware is mostly worth the price tag (a 256GB SSD would affirm that in a big way), but can't justify the price for a machine running Chrome OS the way things are now.  We're pretty sure the Pixel is a portent of big things to come for Chrome OS, but just in case, here's a full blown version of Linux Mint running on the sexy thing. Bill Richardson, Chrome OS software engineer at Google, shows it off and gives fairly easy to understand instructions to do it yourself in his Google+ feed. With devices shipping out today, things might get pretty interesting next week if you've been looking for a high-end Linux ultrabook.  Source: +Bill Richardson

Motorola publishes new software update support page Posted: 22 Feb 2013 03:25 PM PST Motorola has just put up a new page that helps users easily find the software update status of any phone or tablet it sells. The new page is extremely user friendly, and walks users through finding their device and more information about it. You start with selecting your carrier, then a model and at that point you'll be presented with the update information and support links. Most recent devices will get a "This device will be upgraded to Jelly Bean (Android 4.1)" notice, while the older devices are told they'll be kept on Gingerbread. For those who are stuck on older versions, they'll often be notified that their devices qualify for Motorola's trade-in program, which gives a credit towards a new Motorola device. This is a great move by Motorola to help users understand -- in no uncertain terms -- which devices will get the updates going forward. Source: Motorola Support

Material (Beta): yet another social news reader Posted: 22 Feb 2013 02:49 PM PST Material is an interesting app that's hoping to take a slice of the pie in the social news reader space, and is doing so with a beta version of its app that initially impresses in both design and functionality. Where Material may fall a bit short is in the category of differentiation. The implementation and execution of its solid design goals doesn't necessarily set it far enough apart from other apps that are in the same category. Hang with us after the break and see what makes Material compelling, even in its current beta state. read more

Android 4.2.1 update for international Galaxy S3 leaks Posted: 22 Feb 2013 02:06 PM PST   Frequent firmware leaker SamMobile has just released what it believes is a build of the Android 4.2.1 update for the international (i9300) Samsung Galaxy SIII (S3). What we're looking at here is someone testing the new firmware -- Android 4.2.1 JOP40D -- that has chosen to give a system dump for others to try. It looks like many of the new features such as lockscreen widgets and Daydream are included, but this is certainly not final firmware. SamMobile has re-packaged this firmware into an ODIN Flashable file that other users with the device can try out if they wish. There are of course risks involved, above and beyond the binary counter being increased and the device reporting as "modified" when running the firmware. If you're interested, you can give it a look at the source link below. Source: SamMobile

Gmail for Android – A Complete Walkthrough Posted: 22 Feb 2013 01:07 PM PST According to our not-so-scientific poll taken this time last year, chances are good that if you’re reading this then you use Android’s Gmail app. The latest update to Gmail bumped it up to version 4.2.2, adding some useful new features like swipe to delete, as well as the long awaited pinch to zoom. You may or may not have already read about these and started to use them. What about all those features that came before the last update? Perhaps you’re new to Android, and are still exploring a lot of what Gmail has to offer. Maybe you’ve been using Android for a long time, and want to make sure you’re getting the most out of your Gmail experience. Whatever your level of expertise, this comprehensive walkthrough of Gmail's controls and settings will help advance, or at least refresh, your Gmail skills. Hit the break for a review of the basics, as well as a deep dig into Gmail's features (and a couple lesser known tricks). read more

Google I/O 2013 registration opens March 13 [Updated] Posted: 22 Feb 2013 12:41 PM PST Update: It's official -- a tweet from Google Developers confirms that registration opens at  7AM PDT on Mar. 13. Make a note of it, and good luck to everyone hoping to score a ticket! Original story: Here's an interesting tidbit for anyone hoping to land a ticket to Google I/O this year. The registration date for the three-day dev conference seems to have shown up briefly on the official I/O site, before being swiftly pulled. If the info that showed up is to be believed, registration will open at 7AM PDT on Wednesday, Mar. 13 -- two months ahead of the event itself. Last year's registration sold out in record time, so if the info above is accurate, would-be attendees will need to be hitting that registration site at 7AM sharp on Mar. 13. You'll probably want to wait for the official confirmation before penciling the date into your diary, however. We'll keep you updated with any news as it emerges. Source: +Chris Pick; via 9to5Google

HTC settles with FTC over insecure implementation of Carrier IQ, HTC Logger Posted: 22 Feb 2013 11:35 AM PST HTC America has settled with the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) over concerns that the company put millions of customer's personal information at risk with insecure implementations of software on its devices. The FTC found that HTC did not take a reasonable amount of care in implementing best coding and security practices when creating software for its devices, having this to say: "[HTC] failed to provide its engineering staff with adequate security training, failed to review or test the software on its mobile devices for potential security vulnerabilities, failed to follow well-known and commonly accepted secure coding practices, and failed to establish a process for receiving and addressing vulnerability reports from third parties." Those are some pretty strong words for the company, but where it really hits home is the consumer-facing issues that were caused by this lack of oversight. The FTC explains that HTC's implementation of Carrier IQ and HTC Logger on its devices left customer data vulnerable to attack, alongside errors that would let third parties bypass Android's built-in permissions system. The second part of the FTC's complaint is that it finds HTC was deceptive in telling consumers about the security risks of its software implementations, stating that the device user manuals and interface of the "Tell HTC" app were misleading. Both of these issues in implementation are said to have undermined the normal consent mechanism of Android that would have kept user's data safe. So what does this mean for HTC? The FTC is requiring that the company develop and release software patches for its devices that are affected with these vulnerabilities, and HTC has said that it has already released some patches at this point. Furthermore, HTC will have to submit to "independent security assessments" every 2 years for the next 20 years. HTC will also be forbidden from making misleading statements about the security of its devices and user's data going forward. This is a pretty big finding from the FTC, but isn't necessarily uncommon. Although their may not have been widespread exploits that were taking advantage of these security holes, it's important that HTC is going to be making changes to help security going forward. Though we would have preferred if HTC was implementing best practices in the first place, rather than it coming to an investigation by the FTC. Source: FTC

Android at Mobile World Congress 2013 - what to expect from this year's show Posted: 22 Feb 2013 10:11 AM PST February is drawing to a close, and we’re getting ready to head to Barcelona, Spain, for another Mobile World Congress. Usually one of the highlight events of the year in mobile, MWC takes place between Feb. 25 and 28, although we’ll start to see the first announcements over the weekend. And despite HTC jumping the gun with the HTC One, and Samsung holding back for an expected post-MWC Galaxy S4 launch, there’s still plenty of Android to be found at this year’s show. I’ll be there, as will Phil, and Daniel Rubino and Jay Bennett from Windows Phone Central will be joining us to cover the Windows Phone side of things. As always, it’s going to be an interesting week. So let’s break down what the major players are likely to bring to Barcelona ... read more

Archos 80 Titanium on sale in the UK starting at £129 Posted: 22 Feb 2013 09:20 AM PST Archos introduced a whole raft of new Android tablets last month at CES, and in the UK the budget oriented 80 Titanium is now on sale. Available from high street retailer, Carphone Warehouse, the cheapest 80 Titanium -- actually made of aluminum -- will set you back a mere £129.  For that price you get Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, an 8-inch 1024x768 IPS display, a dual-core 1.6GHz processor, 1GB of RAM and 8GB of on board storage expandable by way of microSD card. There are cameras too, although the rear shooter is just 2MP, and the front although not specified, is likely of VGA resolution. So, not a high end device by any means, but for £129 a potential bargain to be had.  Source: Carphone Warehouse

MLB At Bat 2013 changes payment options, makes interface improvements Posted: 22 Feb 2013 08:33 AM PST The official MLB At Bat 2013 app has been updated in time for spring training with a new payment structure and several interface improvements. First up is the new payment methods, which in every case will save users money. The app is now free for download, with a $20 flat rate in-app purchase to get live gameday audio and premium features -- from Spring training all the way through the World Series. Previously, it was a paid download and then also a separate purchase for the premium features. If you're a MLB.tv premium subscriber, you can simply log in and receive all of the premium content and features as part of your package. Having a basic log-in and one-time purchase method also means that you only pay once to get the content on all of your devices, which is a big plus to the model. On the interface side, the UI for phones is improved in several places, mainly in the individual team and news pages. There's a lot to get excited about with the MLB At Bat app this year, so if you're a baseball fan head to the Play Store link at the top of this post and grab a download.

Sprint Kyocera Torque arriving March 8 for $99.99 Posted: 22 Feb 2013 07:28 AM PST Sprint has announced that its latest ruggedized smartphone, the Kyocera Torque, is to go on sale on Mar. 8, priced at $99.99 on-contract. The torque, announced in late January, combined a hardened outer shell with 4G LTE connectivity and Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. Other vital stats include a 4-inch WVGA display, a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM and 2500mAh battery. Storage comes in at 4GB, expandable via microSD card. But it's the phone's durability that stands out, bring built to 810G MilSpec standards to help it withstand water, dust, dirt physical impacts and extreme temperatures. As such, Sprint's roped in adventurer Bear Grylls to promote the phone's nature-resistant capabilities, starting with a series of ads. More details in the presser after the break. read more

Android @ Mobile World Congress! Posted: 22 Feb 2013 06:52 AM PST Welcome to Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain. This is the annual event in which we'll see some of the newest phones from the world's top manufacturers, as well as app developers. The event is in its first year at the new Fira Gran Via. (So that magnificent view you see above will shift to something else soon enough.)   This year most of the action's happening on Sunday, Feb. 24 and Monday, Feb 25, so those are the days not to miss. A quick reminder that for those of you in the United States, Barcelona is between 6 and 9 hours ahead, depending on your time zone. Your best bet? Wake up early and keep your eyes glued to this page. (Sponsored by copious amounts of tapas, cervezas and smartphones.) In addition to all things Android, we'll be lending a hand for our sister sites, CrackBerry.com, WPCentral, iMore and webOSNation, so be sure to check them as well. Events kick off on Sunday, Feb. 24, and run all week. Be sure to bookmark this page for the latest Android news. read more

Deal of the Day: Mobi Desktop Cradle w/ Spare Battery Slot for Galaxy Nexus Posted: 22 Feb 2013 06:06 AM PST The Feb. 22 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Mobi Desktop Cradle w/ Spare Battery Slot for Galaxy Nexus. This convenient cradle let's you easily charge your Galaxy Nexus and a spare battery at the same time. Easily synchronize and charge your device with any USB-enabled computer, and use the supplied wall charger to power up a spare battery. Perfect for the office or at your bedside. The Mobi Desktop Cradle w/ Spare Battery Slot is available for just $16.00, 47% off today only. Grab yours while supplies last! Never miss a deal. Sign up for Daily Deal alerts

Samsung 'Orb' rumored to bring Photosphere-like panoramas to Galaxy S4 Posted: 22 Feb 2013 04:57 AM PST Google's "Photosphere" 360-degree panoramas are one one of the stand-out features of Android 4.2. But we've been left guessing as to whether third-party manufacturers will get access to this tech when they ship their own non-Nexus devices. Now it seems at least one OEM may be prepared to go it alone with its own proprietary Photosphere-like feature. read more

Android Central 126: HTC One recap, MWC preview, Ubuntu and Chromebooks! Posted: 22 Feb 2013 04:15 AM PST Podcast MP3 URL:  http://traffic.libsyn.com/androidcentral/acpc126.mp3 Thing 1: The HTC One HTC One: Your guide to the 2013 Android reboot HTC One gets official - metal chassis, 1080p display, 'Ultrapixel' camera Official HTC One specs HTC One hands-on HTC One video walkthrough in London HTC offers $100 trade-in for HTC One purchases Special-edition podcast: The HTC One walkthrough HTC One vs. LG Nexus 4 vs. iPhone 5 vs. BlackBerry Z10 vs. Nokia Lumia 920: Spec showdown! HTC One Otterbox cases in the works Thing 2: Mobile World Congress preview LG teases its 2013 line at MWC Alleged Asus Memo Pad 10 press shots appear, launching at MWC? Intel to showcase new dual-core smartphones at Mobile World Congress New mid-range Sony phones tipped as Xperia SP, Xperia L ZTE teases Grand Memo for Mobile World Congress Samsung's JK Shin apparently confirms 8-inch Galaxy Note at MWC Thing 3: Other odds and ends Ubuntu Touch developer preview: What you need to know The Chromebook Pixel is official, and available at Google Play for $1300 An awesome X-ray look at the Nexus 4 and its wireless charger NVIDIA announces Tegra 4i with integrated LTE modem Netgear PTV3000 gets a firmware update, now officially supports host of Android devices The Nexus 4 Wireless Charger

Sony Xperia E Dual up for pre-order in the U.S. - $199.99, shipping Mar. 1 Posted: 22 Feb 2013 04:15 AM PST If you're after a dual-SIM Android option in the U.S., there'll soon be a new device for you to consider. Sony's just put the Xperia E Dual, an entry-level phone with the ability to carry two SIMs, up for pre-order on its U.S. store for $199.99. The Xperia E and E Dual hit Europe a couple of months ago, where they became two of the first budget Android phones to run Jelly Bean. The internal hardware isn't much to write home about -- there's a 1GHz CPU running the show, a 3.5-inch WVGA screen on the front and a 3.2MP rear camera. But like most budget devices from Sony, it looks well-built with a pretty attractive design. Both black and gold color options are available from the Sony online store. (A note on radio compatibility -- the phone only supports 850 and 1900MHz HSPA, so if you were hoping for full T-Mobile support you're out of luck.) Orders are estimated to begin shipping from Mar. 1, and Sony's offering free ground shipping. Source: Sony Store

Qualcomm announces global LTE solution for mobile devices Posted: 22 Feb 2013 02:50 AM PST Let's face it, LTE is a mess. The different flavors found all around the world causes issues not just for consumers -- try traveling abroad and getting LTE -- but also for OEM's who actually want to put LTE into their devices. What if, what if one device could pick up LTE wherever you happened to travel?  Enter Qualcomm, and the announcement of the RF360, which is hailed as the worlds first global LTE compatible front end solution. We're not going to see anything carrying it anytime soon, Qualcomm says they expect the first devices to be available in the second half of 2013. But, that's still not all that far away. Exciting times for sure, and the full release can be found after the break.  Source: Qualcomm read more

HTC One available for pre-order on Three UK beginning Feb 22 Posted: 22 Feb 2013 02:06 AM PST The new HTC One is causing some excitement -- head on in to the new HTC One Forums to join in -- and gradually we're getting more concrete release information for various territories. One carrier in the UK picking it up is Three, and today we know when it's coming and how much it will cost.  The One will be available to pre-order from Three beginning today, ahead of general release on Mar. 15. Three is marketing the One as compatible with its Ultrafast network, although this isn't surprising and will work on the carriers LTE network when it launches. Two tariffs are mentioned specifically, both with an upfront cost of £69 for the device. On the Ultimate Internet 500 tariff you're looking at £34 a month, but for just £2 more you can get the HTC One on The One Plan -- a whole lot of One -- which gives tethering along with unlimited data. Additionally, Three is selling the phone on pay-as-you-go for £479.99. You can pre-order one for yourselves at the source link below.  Source: Three

Chrome Beta update fixes crashes, adds tilt scrolling when switching tabs Posted: 21 Feb 2013 07:42 PM PST Google's Beta channel of Chrome on Android has just received another update, this time fixing nasty crashes and adding a few more features. First, issues with text selection handles being placed in the wrong location have been fixed. Next, several "frequently occurring crashes" have been fixed. You're now able to log in to the LinkedIn desktop site, which could be an important fix. On the feature side, the ability to tilt the phone to scroll now works in tab switching mode, so if you like to keep lots of tabs open it should be easier to navigate through them if you choose this option. There are still many notable bugs -- it is Beta after all -- such as text entry problems with Swype, popup issues and text formatting abnormalities. For this reason, at this point Chrome Beta isn't available for download by searching in the Play Store, so you'll have to install it from the Play Store link at the top of this post. You can also check out the full changelog at the source link below. Source: Chrome Releases

HTC adds IR control functions to OpenSense SDK Posted: 21 Feb 2013 06:25 PM PST HTC has just added a new API to its OpenSense SDK to help developers take advantage of the IR hardware on the HTC One. Because the device has an IR emitter -- which cleverly placed in the power button -- HTC is hoping that developers will be able to take advantage of it and offer new apps above and beyond the bundled Sense TV. The new API, which is available upon request, will let the One be programmed in the same way a universal remote can. HTC envisions that developers could build apps to have the One control TVs, printers, cameras and any other device that relies on IR for control. Developers will have to contact HTC directly and apply for more information on the API, so it's clear that HTC is going to try and build partnerships to make compelling apps out of the gate. That little hurdle aside, it's important that a wider range of developers will have access to the hardware features at this level. Source: HTC

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