Saturday, June 30, 2012

Android-Controlled Battle Robots Go To War (Video)

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Let's pretend for a moment that your name is Google. You want to have lots of developers working with your stuff. So you hold a Google Input|Output 2012 event. You have Sergey Brin showing off Google Glass, but most of your show consists of talks with titles like Integrate Web Intents into Your Web Application Today and What's New in Android?... which is all great fun, but also a tad boring. Luckily, somebody at Google piped up and said, "I know! We need Android-controlled fighting robots!" And they contacted the Stupid Fun Club, and Lo! There were Android-controlled robots fighting on the show floor, and all was right with the world.

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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New submitter busyqth writes "After the injunction against the Galaxy Tab 10.1 earlier in the week, A U.S. district court judge has now also granted an injunction against the sale of Google's flagship ICS phone, the Galaxy Nexus. Is Steve Jobs laughing in the great beyond? Is this the beginning of the end for Android?" Two blows to Samsung in one week, and now the FTC is investigating Google for misuse of Motorola Mobility patents in relation to RAND standards.

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Ask Engadget: Are KIRFs worth it?

[![Ask Engadget Are KIRF's worth it][1] ][2]

We know you've got questions, and if you're brave enough to ask the world for answers, here's the outlet to do so. This week's [Ask Engadget][3] inquiry is from Sabin, who wants a high-spec smartphone and is prepared to venture to the _dark side_ to get it. If you're looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at **_ask [at] engadget [dawt] com_**.

> "I know, I know. I sound like an idiot, but I'd like a full-featured smartphone without the hefty cost. I'm looking for an unlocked phone and came across some of the China Global iPhone KIRFs that run Android. I'm no slouch in loading ROMs, building jtags, etc., but I'd like to know if the hardware is solid, because I can make the software work if that's the case."

Putting aside the various ethical and legal quandaries for the moment, it's a very good question. Are KIRFs usable smartphones for those who know their way around tech? Does the hardware work to such a standard that you can expect useful performance and bluff your way through a crowd of those paying full price? Share your experiences with the group -- we're sure you'll feel better afterward.

[Ask Engadget: Are KIRFs worth it?][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][4] on Sat, 30 Jun 2012 22:31:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][5].

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Android-Controlled Battle Robots Go To War (Video)

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Let's pretend for a moment that your name is Google. You want to have lots of developers working with your stuff. So you hold a Google Input|Output 2012 event. You have Sergey Brin showing off Google Glass, but most of your show consists of talks with titles like Integrate Web Intents into Your Web Application Today and What's New in Android?... which is all great fun, but also a tad boring. Luckily, somebody at Google piped up and said, "I know! We need Android-controlled fighting robots!" And they contacted the Stupid Fun Club, and Lo! There were Android-controlled robots fighting on the show floor, and all was right with the world.

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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New submitter busyqth writes "After the injunction against the Galaxy Tab 10.1 earlier in the week, A U.S. district court judge has now also granted an injunction against the sale of Google's flagship ICS phone, the Galaxy Nexus. Is Steve Jobs laughing in the great beyond? Is this the beginning of the end for Android?" Two blows to Samsung in one week, and now the FTC is investigating Google for misuse of Motorola Mobility patents in relation to RAND standards.

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Android-Controlled Battle Robots Go To War (Video)

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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Steve Would Be Proud: How Apple Won The War Against Flash

Ryan has spent more than five years covering business, technology, and telecom-related subjects for a variety of publications based in New York and San Francisco.

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Mobile Miscellany: week of June 25th, 2012

[![Mobile Miscellany week of June 25th, 2012][1] ][2]

Not all mobile news is destined for the front page, but if you're like us and really want to know what's going on, then you've come to the right place. This past week, Samsung introduced its first Windows Phone for China and both HTC and Samsung each chimed in about Android 4.1 -- the sweet treat better known as Jelly Bean. These stories and more await after the break. So buy the ticket and take the ride as we explore the "[best of the rest][3]" for this week of June 25th, 2012.

[Continue reading _Mobile Miscellany: week of June 25th, 2012_][2]

[Mobile Miscellany: week of June 25th, 2012][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][4] on Sat, 30 Jun 2012 21:06:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][5].

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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New submitter busyqth writes "After the injunction against the Galaxy Tab 10.1 earlier in the week, A U.S. district court judge has now also granted an injunction against the sale of Google's flagship ICS phone, the Galaxy Nexus. Is Steve Jobs laughing in the great beyond? Is this the beginning of the end for Android?" Two blows to Samsung in one week, and now the FTC is investigating Google for misuse of Motorola Mobility patents in relation to RAND standards.

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Android-Controlled Battle Robots Go To War (Video)

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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Android-Controlled Battle Robots Go To War (Video)

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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Android-Controlled Battle Robots Go To War (Video)

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Android-Controlled Battle Robots Go To War (Video)

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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Samsung smartphone best yet?

In a smartphone world dominated by the iPhone, everyone is out to get the king. Samsung is taking direct aim at the house that Jobs built with its latest Android powerhouse, the Galaxy S III.

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Pebble smartwatch outs SDK preview at Google I/O, gives developers a kickstart on apps

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If you invested in the [Pebble][3] e-paper smartwatch -- and who [didn't?][4] -- you'll be happy to hear that the firm has unleashed a preview of the Kickstarter darling's SDK at [Google I/O][5] this week. That'll give developers a head start on creating apps for the ARM-powered e-paper device, allowing them to learn exactly how it receives data from Mountain View's robot OS. The company said the new kit supports multiple program languages to boot, allowing developers of all skill levels to create Pebble-enabled apps. The document is still a work in progress, of course, but advances like this should help keep it from getting trampled by the [cavalcade][6] of smart [wrist devices][7] now coming out. Check the source link if you want to grab it.

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Don't believe the hardware hype: Google's still an ad company

The big event at every Google I/O conference is the Oprah moment, when the keynoter tells the throngs of developers what gear they'll be taking home .

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Google Said to Face U.S. Probe Over Motorola Patents

A U.S. antitrust regulator is investigating whether Google Inc. 's Motorola Mobility unit is honoring commitments made to license industry-standard technology for mobile and other devices on fair terms, three people familiar with the situation said.

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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Gear4 speaker dock supports USB audio for Jelly Bean at Google I/O 2012 (hands-on video)

[![Gear4 speaker dock supports USB audio for Jelly Bean at Google I/O 2012][1] ][2]

Another day, another speaker dock. We initially dismissed [Gear4][3]'s latest accessory at [Google I/O 2012][4] until we noticed that the attached [Nexus 7][5] was playing audio via the USB port instead of the headphone jack (or wirelessly over Bluetooth for that matter). It turns out that [Jelly Bean][6] supports USB audio, a feature that's bound to spearhead a whole new generation of accessories for Android devices. Gear4's universal speaker dock with alarm clock radio is the first to handle USB audio. While the sound for any app can be routed to the USB port in Jelly Bean, the functionality is missing from older versions of Android. Thankfully, Gear4 includes an app with its accessory that can be used to set alarms, sync time, tune the radio and play media over the USB port on legacy versions of Android. Want to know more? You'll find our gallery below and our hands-on video after the break.

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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Sony Smart Wireless Headset pro hits retail with $150 price in tow

[![Sony Smart Wireless Headset pro hits retail with $150 price in tow][1] ][2]

Don't let the name fool you, [Sony's][3] [Smart Wireless Headset pro][4] won't clip on your ear. That's because it looks and functions more like a traditional MP3 player, using its powers of Bluetooth 2.0 to communicate with compatible Android devices. The two-tone peripheral comes with a headset, four sets of earbuds, USB cables and a 2GB microSD card pre-installed (expandable up to 32GB) to let you store music. If the feature set stopped right there, this accessory would be just another underwhelming [PMP][5], but factor in its text-to-speech functionality and you get a PDA of sorts to keep you abreast of incoming emails, texts and social media updates. The device will also let users receive incoming voice calls and even dial-out using a recent call list. It's hitting Sony's online and retail shops now, so if you've got a spare $150 and a taste for extraneous peripherals -- by all means, take the plunge.

[Continue reading _Sony Smart Wireless Headset pro hits retail with $150 price in tow_][2]

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Sale of Galaxy Nexus Banned in the US

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