The Frozen Android: 2012-05-20

Saturday, May 26, 2012

Motorola shows off Ice Cream Sandwich on a Droid RAZR, sprinkles in Webtop 3.0

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Although Motorola outed its Android Ice Cream Sandwich [rollout plans][3] back in February, we've only seen [leaked][4] glimpses of what its skinned version the OS would be like for its handsets. That's changed recently thanks to Motorola's Japanese website, where a new ICS landing page features nine demo videos showcasing the software on a Droid RAZR. Among the clips, which highlight features from updated icons to a revamped lockscreen, there's also a detailed look at the [LapDock][5]-friendly [Webtop 3.0][6] UI. Sadly however, there isn't any new word on the rollout schedule past the [update][7] Moto detailed on the 18th. You can treat yourself to some of the eye candy by clicking past the break, and you'll find all the vids by hitting the source link below -- but do keep in mind that most of clips aren't voiced in English.

[Continue reading _Motorola shows off Ice Cream Sandwich on a Droid RAZR, sprinkles in Webtop 3.0_][2]

[Motorola shows off Ice Cream Sandwich on a Droid RAZR, sprinkles in Webtop 3.0][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][8] on Sat, 26 May 2012 20:16:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][9].

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ASB Mobile Brings Cashless Society One Step Closer

Next Generation of ASB Mobile Brings Cashless Society One Step Closer   Customer feedback drives enhancements as New Zealand's most popular banking app passes 100,000 downloads    ASB is set to transform the way New Zealanders send and receive money with the launch today of a major upgrade to its popular mobile banking app.

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Cisco All But Kills Cius Tablet

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alphadogg writes "Cisco is slowly killing off its Cius business tablet less than a year after it started shipping. The Android-based collaboration tool, which featured a 7-inch touchscreen and was not intended to challenge more consumer-oriented tablets such as the Apple iPad, fell victim to the BYOD trend and cloud computing, Cisco said in a blog post. Cisco will instead 'double down' on software offerings like its Jabber and WebEx products for more popular tablets and smartphones supporting a variety of operating systems."

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Oppo's super-skinny Finder smartphone gets many more details, should reach pre-orders June 6th (video)

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The last time we saw [Oppo's 6.65mm-thick smartphone][3], it was playing hard to get: we didn't see much more than its svelte profile. [Oppo][4] is now being a little more forthcoming, both officially and otherwise. It's now teasing the device as the Finder, and some escaped details explain just how it's getting to that [Ascend P1 S][5]-busting dimension as well as where it sits in the smartphone pantheon. _TGBus_ understands the Finder should use a [familiar-sounding][6] 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus screen -- much thinner than an LCD -- as well as a dual-core 1.5GHz processor of an unspecified make and the virtually pre-requisite 8-megapixel rear and 1.3-megapixel front cameras. The lot should run on a customized version of Android 4.0. If all goes to the still somewhat unofficial plan, the Finder could be ready for pre-orders on June 6th at a not-insignificant ¥3,999 ($631) off-contract. We're mostly waiting on in-store dates and the possibility of snapping one up without a long flight to China.

[Continue reading _Oppo's super-skinny Finder smartphone gets many more details, should reach pre-orders June 6th (video)_][2]

[Oppo's super-skinny Finder smartphone gets many more details, should reach pre-orders June 6th (video)][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][7] on Sat, 26 May 2012 18:04:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][8].

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Samsung Galaxy S III Reviews: What Critics Think Of The International Version

Samsung recently let a handful of critics spend some time with the non-U.S. version of the phone, and the reviews have already hit the web.

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Kanzi: ZTE's 3D UX for ICS handsets

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To [skin][3] or not to skin? That's hardly ever a question for Android OEMs. And, in the case of some Chinese manufacturers, that mark of software differentiation comes in the form of three dimensions. We've already seen [Huawei][4] trot out its (optional) 3D UX for the [Ascend P line][5], and now it appears [ZTE's][6] ready to follow suit with a custom interface powered by Rightware. The Kanzi UI, as it's called, will come pre-loaded on all of the company's smartphones currently shipping with Ice Cream Sandwich, treating users to a 3D homescreen experience and giving developers a unified platform to port their designs. It's good news if you're a fan of that overlaid visual gimmickry, but we much prefer our Google desserts vanilla and without any toppings. Hit up the break to check out the official presser.

[Continue reading _Kanzi: ZTE's 3D UX for ICS handsets_][2]

[Kanzi: ZTE's 3D UX for ICS handsets][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][7] on Sat, 26 May 2012 16:46:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][8].

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6 Essential Desktop Apps to Make Your Android Phone Device a Work or Play Powerhouse

The power of an Android phone or tablet already makes a desktop PC, or even a laptop, seem a little old-fashioned--but you can enhance your smartphone or tablet even more.

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DRS unveils trio of ruggedized tablets in Windows and Android flavors

Drops, shocks, heavy vibrations, dust, water and temperatures in the extremes -- just the kind of punishment you'd expect a DRS Armor slab to put up with, and the firm's latest do so without the briefcase-like look .

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/05/drs-unveils-trio-of-ruggedized-tablets-in-windows-and-android-flavors?fromrss=1

Is NFC killing Google Wallet?

Google Wallet is turning one, but the application that was supposed to transform the smartphone into a wallet and revolutionize how consumers pay for things has barely gotten off the ground.

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DRS unveils trio of ruggedized tablets in Windows and Android flavors

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Drops, shocks, heavy vibrations, dust, water and temperatures in the extremes -- just the kind of punishment you'd expect a DRS Armor slab to put up with, and the firm's latest do so without the [briefcase-like look][3]. With MIL-STD 810G certification and an IP65 rating, the 7-inch multi-touch slates can withstand some rough and tumble -- though there's no word if they can pass the [tesla coil benchmark][4]. At 1.3 pounds, the Android 3.2-loaded X7ad squeezes out eight hours of battery life with a 1GHz dual core Tegra 2 processor. Its Windows-minded doppelganger, the X7et, holds a six-hour charge, sports an Atom Z670 processor and tips the scales at just under 1.5 pounds. If the chunkier look strikes your fancy, the 12.1 inch X12kb has you covered -- though at 5.5 pounds, it's the lightest MIL-STD-810G certified convertible tablet currently available. The swivel screened slate has up to eight hours of battery life, a Core i5 560UMCPU processor, a polarized LCD glass display, a spillproof keyboard and touchpad in addition to a one-click stealth mode that disables light and sound for "covert operations." With GPS, WiFi and [Gobi][5] Wireless Broadband options, all three of these are ready for missions at home and abroad, however you might need that stealth function to find out the (currently unspecified) pricing.

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[DRS unveils trio of ruggedized tablets in Windows and Android flavors][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][6] on Sat, 26 May 2012 03:16:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][7].

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Friday, May 25, 2012

More Than 1,600 GameStop Stores Now Carry Android Tablets

GameStop , the world's largest multichannel retailer of video games, now carries a selection of Android tablets in more than 1,600 U.S. stores, just in time for the holiday weekend.

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Pebble Blue Samsung Galaxy S III reportedly pushed back for some launches

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We hope you weren't too excited about getting a Pebble Blue-tinged [Galaxy S III][3] in May, because we're seeing unconfirmed reports that the darker Hyperglazed hue might not be available for everyone in the first round of launches. Some would-be customers, primarily in Nordic countries but also in Asia-Pacific, Europe and Persian Gulf states, have been told that only the Marble White color will be on shelves at first. Most of the consensus, based on retailer notices, is that demand for blue is straining supply. Samsung Benelux's press lead Vivian Peters told _Tweakers.net_ that at least the Netherlands wouldn't be getting the stealthier color until early June, but didn't confirm a rumor that there had been flaws in the blue plastic backplates that might have triggered shortages. There hasn't been mention of problems for the [heavily-hyped UK launch][4].

We reached out to a Samsung spokesman ourselves and were told only that the company "does not comment on rumors or speculation" -- a slightly unusual statement given what Peters said on the record, but it does lead us to take at least the more dire claims with a grain of salt.

[Pebble Blue Samsung Galaxy S III reportedly pushed back for some launches][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][5] on Fri, 25 May 2012 19:07:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][6].

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HTC EVO 4G LTE gives it up, gets rooted on its first day on the town (video)

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It's a rite of passage for newly released Android uberphones: the inevitable [root][3]. Just one day after [Sprint][4] managed to get its flagship device [out of customs][5] and [into subscribers' hands][6], comes a one-click solution for Windows, Linux and Mac OS X users. By running a simple script compiled by _XDA_ member Zedomax, [EVO 4G LTE][7] owners will be able to install both busybox and superuser hassle-free, giving them the admin privileges required for nearly unrestricted tinkering. Bear in mind, this underground workaround won't unlock that HTC bootloader, so a future filled with custom ROMs is still slightly out of reach. Ready to claim mastery of your device? Then click on the source below for the requisite downloads and hand-holding video how-to's.

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[HTC EVO 4G LTE gives it up, gets rooted on its first day on the town (video)][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][8] on Fri, 25 May 2012 17:27:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][9].

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Android users targeted in Angry Birds malware scam

Company fined A 50,000 after nearly 1,400 people in UK were hit by fake apps that sent premium-rate text messages Nearly 1,400 UK Android smartphone users have been hit by premium-rate phone scams that cost them up to A 15 when they opened fake versions of game apps including Angry Birds, Assassin's Creed and Cut the Rope.

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Google's Motorola Buy Seen Boosting Android in Workplace

With the closing of Google's $12.5 billion acquisition of Motorola Mobility this week, talk of the possibilities for Android in the enterprise has spiked.

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PSA: Samsung giving free Olympics tickets to early Galaxy S III buyers at London store, hopes you'll vault the queue

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Are you a Londoner so taken with the [Galaxy S III][3] that you want to pre-order one before you've even held an in-store dummy unit? Samsung wants to give you a little something something for your eagerness: namely, [Olympics][4] tickets. The first 50 who pre-order the giant phone and pick it up at the Westfield Stratford City store on May 29th will get free passes to watch the home team run and leap its way towards a few medals. If you're hoping to claim the reward, though, be prepared to get into the kinds of lines that Samsung skewered in ads just a few months ago. Customers are being asked to show an hour ahead of the 6PM on-sale moment, and the limited slots for ticket winners could easily Samsung repeat its [sale-driven Australian lineups][5] in the northern hemisphere. There's no word yet on whether or not the promo will make the leap to [Mobile Pin pop-up stores][6], but we wouldn't be surprised if Samsung spreads the perks around.

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Comcast Xfinity TV Player app brings VOD streaming to Android devices

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After introducing video on-demand streaming for mobile devices [on the iPad early last year][3] and iPhone [last May][4], Comcast has finally extended the courtesy to Android users as well. Unlike its iOS counterpart however, on Android there's a separate Xfinity TV Player (simply labeled "Player" in the launcher) app from the [Xfinity TV remote control app][5]. It's a free download from Google Play for devices running Android 2.3 or higher and when we checked it out just now it was smooth but plain looking, although it a native tablet interface at launch is a nice touch. Beyond the usual VOD selections (including HBO Go and more) there's also support for Comcast's [Streampix][6] subscription service within the app as it promised back in February. One odd quirk noted by _Android Police_ is that on rooted devices the app apparently requests root permissions, but still works if they are denied (could be [worse][7]). There aren't many other details available yet, if you want to try it out grab your Comcast account info and hit the source link to give it a shot.

[Comcast Xfinity TV Player app brings VOD streaming to Android devices][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][8] on Fri, 25 May 2012 14:41:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][9].

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Cisco drops Cius tablets after the BYOD crush, plans upgrade to Android 4.0 out of kindness

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Cisco had grand plans for a [Cius tablet][3] on every fast-paced executive's desk, but those dreams appear to have been dashed not long after [getting off the ground][4]. Senior VP OJ Winge says the company will "no longer invest" in the design, leaving the already rather creaky Android 2.2-based, 7-inch tablet to an eternal slumber outside of occasional specialized orders. It's not hard to see what hastened the Cius to its early demise, as Winge pins it on companies and customers encouraging a BYOD (bring your own device) strategy that likely brought more than a few [iPads][5] and [beefier Android tablets][6] into the space Cisco wanted to occupy. Before existing Cius owners start [videoconferencing][7] with themselves out of sheer despondence, though, there's a silver lining: the company now expects to take the Cius' firmware all the way from Android 2.2 to 4.0 in one fell swoop near the end of the summer. You may not be living Cisco's [2010-era vision][8], but at least you'll have [Chrome for Android][9].

[Cisco drops Cius tablets after the BYOD crush, plans upgrade to Android 4.0 out of kindness][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][10] on Fri, 25 May 2012 14:24:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][11].

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Supercomputer gets a memory boost with 380 petabytes of magnetic tape

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Remember the [Cray XK6][3] at the University of Illinois that drives the National Science Foundation's Blue Waters project? Well, it looks like it's getting a little memory upgrade, sorta. We're not talking a slick new [SSD][4] here, or even a [sweet NAS][5], all that computational power requires nothing less than... tape. Okay, so it's actually a full storage infrastructure, and some of it -- 25 petabytes no less -- will be disk-based. The rest -- a not insignificant 380 petabytes -- will be the good old magnetic stuff. The idea is that the disk part will be used for instant access, with the tape section serving as "nearline" storage -- something between an archive and online solution. Spectra Logic is providing the tape, and says it'll take a couple of years to implement the whole lot. Once complete, the system will support the supercomputer's lofty tasks, such as understanding how the cosmos evolved after the Big Bang and, y'know designing new materials at the atomic level. And we thought we were excited about out [next desktop][6].

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Insert Coin: PressurePen stylus lets you make all kinds of lines on your tablet

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If you're like Charles Mangin, you love your iPad or Android tablet, but wish it was a little more Wacom-esque. But why wait for hardware manufacturers to bring the [styli to you][3]? Mangin has concocted the PressurePen, a pressure-sensitive stylus that plugs into a tablet's audio jack. The peripheral sends a tone to the tablet based on how far the tip of the pen is pushed in. The tone affects the thickness of the pen stroke, helping you alternate the sizes of lines more naturally than on a standard tablet.

Mangin is shooting for $10,000 over on his [Kickstarter][4] page, with a little under a week and around $4,000 left to go. Those who pledge $60 or more will get a PressurePen to call their own. Mangin will also be open sourcing the plans for the pen, so those with access to a 3D printer will be able to make their own shell at home. Video of a PressurePen prototype in action after the break.

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ViewSonic teases 22-inch Android ICS 'tablet,' promises more at Computex

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Have we finally found a tablet match for the [5.3-inch Galaxy Note][3]? [ViewSonic][4] sent around a teaser for its "Touch and Connect" series prototypes, including a 22-inch "smart business tablet monitor," powered by what appears to be Ice Cream Sandwich. The giant touch-enabled device will be joined by a Windows 8 multi-touch display, new cloud computing solutions, high-end laser projectors and some interactive electronic billboards -- all set to make their debut on June 5th at Computex. More details will no-doubt be forthcoming in Taipei, so do stay tuned. And you may want to hold off on those [giant tablet][5] acquisitions in the meantime -- we have less than two weeks to wait for what could just be the largest mainstream tablet to date.

[ViewSonic teases 22-inch Android ICS 'tablet,' promises more at Computex][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][6] on Fri, 25 May 2012 12:48:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][7].

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Sony pushing ICS to more devices next week, confirms Xperia Play won't be upgraded

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Owners of the Xperia Play, it's time to curl up with a teddy bear and your favorite ice cream -- just as long as it's not in sandwich form. After the sudden and unexplained disappearance of the "PlayStation Phone" from the [Android 4.0 upgrade list][3] yesterday, Sony has followed it up with a full confirmation accompanied by the usual explanation. As you may have already guessed, the manufacturer tells us that after extensive testing, it was determined that "a consistent and stable experience, particularly with gaming, cannot be guaranteed for this smartphone on Ice Cream Sandwich... in this instance the ICS upgrade would have compromised stability." Sony went on to discuss that it received similar feedback from the developer community after releasing a beta ROM. Still, after being told [repeatedly][4] that the _entire_ 2011 [smartphone lineup ][5]would receive the update, we can't help but be a bit heartbroken by the news.

In the same breath, however, Sony also updated its timeline for the rest of the lineup that is still on schedule to receive upgrades to [Ice Cream Sandwich][6]: the Xperia arc, neo, mini, mini pro, pro, active and Sony Ericsson Live with Walkman will begin receiving their refreshes next week. The [Xperia S][7] is still on track for an end of June rollout, with the Xperia P closely following it and the Xperia U sometime in the third quarter. It's just unfortunate that the good tidings must be balanced out by equally horrible news, depending on which device you own.

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The real cost of owning a smartphone

The average data, texting and minute plan for a smartphone costs about $2,100 for a two-year contract.

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HP's Core WebOS Enyo Team Going To Google

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benfrog writes "The core of HP's Enyo team (responsible for webOS's HTML5-based app framework) is heading to Google. What they will be doing at Google is unclear right now, but everyone is speculating that they might be active in developing something webOS-based for Android."

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Samsung Galaxy S III review

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* [Samsung Galaxy S III is official: 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLED display, quad-core Exynos processor and gesture functions][2]
* [Samsung Galaxy S III preview: hands-on with the next Android superphone (video)][3]
* [Samsung Galaxy S III software impressions (video)][4]

It's a strange feeling, receiving such a keenly anticipated phone to review. The hubbub of [launch events][5], [hands-on previews][3] and [heated debates][6] suddenly dies away, leaving you with one small and intensely silent cardboard box. In this instance, the packaging contained the "marble white" version of the Galaxy S III (not the more daring "pebble blue") alongside one burning question: apart from all the hype, do this handset's paper credentials translate into a product that is worthy of serious cash and a 24-month commitment?

Those credentials are certainly more subtle than those of other recent devices. There's no [unusual camera][7], [stand-out display][8] or [unibody build][9]. Instead, we get an abstract design statement about the phone being "inspired by nature" alongside a list of incremental hardware improvements such as a quad-core processor, as well as fresh additions to Samsung's customized Android 4.0 skin. As it turns out, these specs forgo immediate swagger in favor of creating a solid workhorse of a smartphone that is intent on attracting a long-term following. Read on and you'll discover just how it pulls that off.

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Android, iPhone, Dominate Smartphones Sales

Android and iPhone devices together made up 82 percent of all smartphones shipped to retailers in the first quarter of 2012, IDC said Thursday.

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Engadget Podcast 295 - 05.25.2012

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A lot's bubbling in the _Law & Order_ sector of technology news this week, and you know these guys will get you hyper-informed on the ins and outs of patents, patent trolls, and the definition of "obviousness" as it applies to the lives of both the dinosaurs and the pioneers of said sector. If you're not into that stuff, we can't blame you, and for you we'll play along with Maker Faire from home and wax meta on Finnish phone companies. From our studio, to your home, it's The Engadget Podcast.

**Host:** Tim Stevens, Brian Heater
**Producer:** [Trent Wolbe][3]
**Music: **[Orbital][4] - [Never][5]

04:45 - [Google officially closes deal for Motorola Mobility][6]
11:55 - [HP cuts 27,000 jobs, profit tumbles 31 percent in Q2][7]
19:07 - [Jury issues verdict in Android suit, finds that Google doesn't infringe Oracle patents][8]
21:20 - [ITC says again that Apple and RIM don't violate Kodak patent][9]
23:53 - [Nokia 808 PureView sample images: a moveable feast in 41 megapixels][10]
28:37 - [Nokia World broken up into smaller events, bumped up to September 5-6][11]
32:25 - [ASUS Zenbook Prime UX21A preview][12]
35:17 - [Maker Faire Bay Area 2012, in pictures: 3D printers, unicorns, tesla coils and zombies (video)][13]
46:08 - [Incantor brings World of Warcraft to real life (hands-on)][14]
51:05 - [gTar iPhone guitar hands-on][15]
53:33 - [Apple applies for optical stylus patent, Hell reports coldest day on record][16]
55:33 - [Obit: Eugene Polley, co-creator of the wireless TV remote, passes away aged 96][17]
56:54 - Listener questions

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Apple introduces 'free app of the week, ' kicks things off with Cut the Rope: Experiments

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Amazon has been offering a [free app of the day][3] for a while now, but that offer is good for Android users only. Well, Apple seems to have caught on to the fact that iOS users like to save money too, as it's debuting a "free app of the week" offer. Cupertino kicked off the new promotion yesterday via Twitter, where it announced that the game _Cut the Rope: Experiments _will be the first free download. Click on through to the source link, and you'll see that the Appstore indeed lists the title as "free for a limited time."

[Apple introduces 'free app of the week,' kicks things off with Cut the Rope: Experiments][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][4] on Fri, 25 May 2012 10:39:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][5].

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RealNetworks to refund $2 million, 'guilt' box stays un-ticked

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Paid for subscriptions from [RealNetworks][3] you didn't ask for a few years ago? You may be eligible for a refund. Washington State's Attorney General sued the company over a free trial of its [Rhapsody][4] music service, which had a pre-ticked box for additional content that went unnoticed by many who signed up. When clients stopped the trial without also canceling the extra options, charges often accumulated in the hundreds of dollars before being seen. While admitting no wrongdoing, RealNetworks agreed to discontinue the boxes, comply with federal laws and give refunds to any customers who signed up that way between January 2007 and December 2009. If that might be you, expect a postcard from RealNetworks or check their website to apply for a refund. Hopefully you'll be less, um, ticked.

[RealNetworks to refund $2 million, 'guilt' box stays un-ticked][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][5] on Fri, 25 May 2012 08:43:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][6].

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Microsoft wins injunction against Android in Germany

Microsoft now has the ability to enforce today's ruling by posting a 25 million euro bond and demanding compliance from the company.

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PayPal lines up 15 retailers for mobile payments, will let you buy Jamba Juice smoothies with a smartphone

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Although [PayPal's][3] mobile payment system started out small [with a Home Depot deal,][4] that snowball is quickly rolling itself into a boulder. Starting next month, 15 extra US retailers will be happy to see you [slap down your smartphone][5] (not literally, we hope) instead of a credit card. The selection leads us to think a lot of smartphone owners like to shop for [wearables][6] -- Aeropostale, Foot Locker and JC Penney are in the batch, along with others -- but there's a few useful exceptions, like [Barnes & Noble][7], Jamba Juice and TigerDirect. At least a total of 20 merchants are expected by the end of year, and as with Home Depot, you won't need special hardware besides an Android or iOS device to spend your hard-earned cash. We'll just be thankful we won't have to buy our yogurt with actual cash, _like savages_.

[PayPal lines up 15 retailers for mobile payments, will let you buy Jamba Juice smoothies with a smartphone][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][8] on Fri, 25 May 2012 06:35:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][9].

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Carphone Warehouse will offer Norton Mobile Security at half price with Android phones

HIGH STREET PHONE FLOGGER Carphone Warehouse will offer Norton Mobile Security for half price with all Android smartphones to educate customers about the growing security threats facing Google's operating system .

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Sony ST26i benchmarks reveal Android 4.0, 4-inch FWVGA display and lackluster performance

[![Sony ST26i benchmarks reveal Android 4.0, 4-inch FWVGA display and lackluster performance][1] ][2]

Rumors of the [Sony][3] ST26i smartphone have been swirling for a while now, but up until recently, we've had nothing to sink our teeth into. Thankfully, we've now come across an OpenGL benchmark test and system profile for the yet-to-be-announced handset, and while this one seems destined for emerging markets and budget-minded consumers, the ST26i will come with just enough niceties to hold its head high. First and foremost, the system profile reveals [Ice Cream Sandwich][4] on the handset, and even better, it'll include a 4-inch, 854 x 480 display -- none of that [HVGA crap][5] here. To keep costs low, sacrifices had to be made: the phone will include a Qualcomm MSM7627A SoC, which includes a pedestrian 800MHz CPU and an Adreno 200 GPU. Curiously, the ST26i was previously rumored to contain an ST-Ericsson U8500 chip with a dual-core 1GHz CPU, which leaves open the possibility that we may see different configurations based on markets. Still, if Sony is able to exercise some restraint with its custom skin, the ST26i could shape up to be a very nice handset.

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Thursday, May 24, 2012

KAYAK Leverages Skyhook Technology to Enable Location on Kindle Fire App

Skyhook, the world leader in location information, context and intelligence, today announced that KAYAK, the leading travel search app, has integrated Skyhook's Location Engine in its Kindle Fire app to provide location services for the first time on this device.

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Samsung's GSM-only dual-SIM Galaxy Ace Duos kicks off its world tour in Russia next month

[![Samsung's GSM-only dual-SM Galaxy Ace Duos kicks off its world tour in Russia next month][1] ][2]

While Samsung's Galaxy Ace Duos has already [burst onto the scene in India][3] pulling double duty on GSM and CDMA networks, the company today announced its [dual-SIM][4] GSM-only cousin will begin shipping in June in Russia, before rolling out to Europe and other regions later. Running Android 2.3 on an 832MHz processor and flashing a 3.5-inch HVGA screen, that dual-SIM capability is the highlight, with Samsung's "Dual SIM always on" feature that forwards calls from the phone number on SIM 2, even if the user is on a call through SIM 1. Bill Bellamy and all others in need of such features can check the press release after the break for a few more details, or the gallery below to get a look from a few more angles of this son of the original [Galaxy Ace][5].

**Gallery: [Samsung Galaxy Ace Duos][6]**

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