Saturday, August 4, 2012

#1 Free Mobile App Builder, Appy Pie, Inc. Introduces Mobile App...

New York August 04, 2012 Appy Pie is the world's #1 app maker now allows everyone to create free Mobile Apps.

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Mobile iGoogle Goes Away, Google Listen to Follow

Not long ago I wrote about Google's plans to kill iGoogle in 2013 and it was met with howls of protest.

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/08/mobile-igoogle-goes-away-google-listen-to-follow?fromrss=1

Why Intel Should Buy Nokia

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An opinion piece at ZDNet makes the case that Intel is the best match for struggling handset-maker Nokia, arguing that Intel needs help breaking into the smartphone market and Nokia isn't tied as tightly to Qualcomm/ARM hardware as other vendors. From the article: "Another factor in favor of a union is Nokia and Intel's shared history -- albeit not the most successful -- of working together in mobile, thanks to their collaboration on the Linux-based MeeGo mobile OS. What's more, Intel has a long relationship with Microsoft, handy given the impending release of Windows Phone 8 and Nokia's new-found commitment to Microsoft's platform. The fact that Intel is currently using Android, as seen with Orange's San Diego smartphone, isn't much of a hindrance; Intel has already said it hasn't written off the idea of using Windows Phone 8 in future, and due to the x86 architecture, Android phones that use Intel's Atom processor won't even run all of the apps on Google Play, suggesting the relationship between Android and Intel isn't all it could be."

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Splashtop Remote Desktop now available on Windows 8, gives you all the access you need

[![Splashtop Remote Desktop now available on Windows 8, gives you all the access you need][1] ][2]

With Splashtop currently holding spots in a slew of [Android slabs][3], Cupertino's [notorious iDevices][4] and even HP's [cadaverous TouchPad][5], the next obvious step was to set up its Remote Desktop shop inside Redmond's [upcoming Windows 8][6]. And smartly enough, that's exactly what Splashtop's done. In preparation for the eventual release of [Microsoft's tile-friendly OS][7] in a couple of months, the service has let it be know that its new (and very handy) tablet application's now ready to take advantage of the system's native gestures while doing what it does best -- which is giving remote access to both Mac and Windows PCs. Given its "consumer preview" status, the [Splashtop][8] app isn't fully cooked just yet, but it should give anyone a good idea of what to expect once the real deal becomes available.

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Mobile apps boost pizza orders

In fact, there are several computer applications available these days for a mobile phone or computer tablet that will allow someone to order, pay for, and have a hot pizza delivered to the door within a half-hour or so.

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Android this week: Google Wallet opens; Android 4.0 grows; T-Mobile's Galaxy Note tested

Android 4.0 is finally getting out on phones and tablets according to Google's dashboard.

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Mobile TV Handsets: Two Flavors

MetroPCS today announced the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G , the first Samsung Galaxy S device for MetroPCS with LTE service and no annual contract starting at $40 per month.

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Dolphin 7800 Android - Enterprise Digital Assistant

Leveraging the modern and user-friendly Google Android operating system packed with Honeywell extras, Honeywell's Dolphin 7800 Android rugged EDA offers remote device management capabilities and invaluable security features, creating an enterprise-ready solution with an extended lifecycle and support provided by Honeywell.

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/08/dolphin-7800-android-enterprise-digital-assistant?fromrss=1

Friday, August 3, 2012

Black Ops Zombies hits Android, exclusive to Xperia for 30 days

The game is available exclusively to Sony's Xperia devices for 30 days, after which it'll release for wider Android platforms.

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/08/black-ops-zombies-hits-android-exclusive-to-xperia-for-30-days?fromrss=1

Rumored HTC One X+ with 1.7GHz Tegra 3 revealed in NenaMark report?

![DNP Rumored HTC One X with 17GHz Tegra 3 revealed in NenaMark report][1]

We've heard murmurings of it before, but they've been just that. Now we've got the first shred of hard evidence that the fabled HTC One X+ is actually real. Rumored to be heading to T-Mobile (or AT&T, depending on who you ask), this 1.7GHz super phone popped up over at NenaMark's site, bearing the model number PM63100. Sadly, that internal moniker doesn't really reveal much, but between that and the fact that it's running [Jelly Bean 4.1.1][2] we're confident this isn't something already on the market. And the reported resolution of 1280 x 720 combined with its high-speed [Tegra 3][3] innards puts this squarely in flagship territory. What else do we know? Not a whole heck of a lot. But, as always, the truth will be revealed in time.

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[Rumored HTC One X+ with 1.7GHz Tegra 3 revealed in NenaMark report?][5] originally appeared on [Engadget][6] on Fri, 03 Aug 2012 21:27:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][7].

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Motorola RAZR V goes on sale at Bell, gives Canadians a thin slice of Ice Cream Sandwich

[![Motorola RAZR V goes on sale at Bell, gives Canadians very thin slice of an Ice Cream Sandwich][1] ][2]

Bell's version of the [Motorola RAZR V][3] might not be the media darling that is the [Atrix HD][4], but that shouldn't dampen the interest for Canadians that can at last buy what's potentially a slick deal for an Android 4.0 phone. For $30 on a 3-year contract, or $400 contract-free, the carrier is offering an arguably improved version of the late 2011 RAZR ([Droid RAZR][5] for Yankees). Although it bulks up slightly to a third of an inch thick, it's still a skinny, Kevlar-clad wedge. The primary upgrade outside of the OS is a swap-out of that frankly mediocre Super AMOLED screen of the original RAZR smartphone for a much nicer ColorBoost LCD -- sorry, ColourBoost. Otherwise, you're getting the familiar 1.2GHz processor, 14.4Mbps HSPA+ data and 8-megapixel rear camera, although Motorola has shaved the built-in storage to 4GB to keep the costs down. We'd still be tempted to snag the [Galaxy Nexus][6] across the aisle to get us a taste of [Jelly Bean][7] for the same money, but Canucks with a penchant for [Smart Actions][8] now have an option outside of Rogers to get their fix.

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[Motorola RAZR V goes on sale at Bell, gives Canadians a thin slice of Ice Cream Sandwich][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][10] on Fri, 03 Aug 2012 22:10:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][11].

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Adafruit launches Raspberry Pi Educational Linux Distro, hastens our hacking

[![Adafruit launches Raspberry Pi Educational Linux Distro, hastens our hacking][1] ][2]

The [Raspberry Pi][3] is already considered a [hacker's paradise][4]. However, that assumes that owners have all the software they need to start in the first place. [Adafruit][5] wants to give the process a little nudge through its Raspberry Pi Educational Linux Distro. The software includes a customized distribution of [Raspbian][6], Occidentalis, that either turns on or optimizes SSHD access, Bonjour networking, WiFi adapter support and other hack-friendly tools. The build further rolls in [Hexxeh's][7] firmware and a big, pre-built 4GB SD card image. Before you start frantically clicking the download link, be aware that the "educational" title doesn't refer to a neophyte's playground -- Adafruit still assumes you know enough about Linux and Raspberry Pi units to be productive (or dangerous). Anyone who was already intrigued by the Raspberry Pi by itself, though, might appreciate what happens when it's tossed into a fruit salad.

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[Adafruit launches Raspberry Pi Educational Linux Distro, hastens our hacking][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][10] on Fri, 03 Aug 2012 19:38:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][11].

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Pantech P9090 Magnus swings by FCC with AT&T LTE

[![Pantech P9090 Magnus swings by FCC with AT&T LTE][1] ][2]

Despite cranking out plenty of [high-end devices][3] in Asia, [Pantech][4] has built itself a reputation in the US as a budget OEM -- but continues to improve its products regardless. Having already proven its ability to crank out [LTE][5] phones on the cheap with the [Burst][6], it appears ready to follow up with another phone on AT&T's next-gen network, as evidenced by documents released by the FCC this afternoon. This particular handset, dubbed the Magnus on its WiFi certification paperwork, sports quad-band LTE (700 / 850 / 1700 / 1900), a radio combo that's starting to be quite the trend for AT&T-bound phones recently -- likely done to ensure the GSM carrier's refarming efforts go as smoothly as possible. The federal docs also reveal the presence of NFC (suggesting this will come with Android 4.x included), and Bluetooth certification tells us we can also expect it to offer the 4.0 standard. The paperwork is fuzzy on more details, but we hope its arrival is just around the corner.

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[Pantech P9090 Magnus swings by FCC with AT&T LTE][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][9] on Fri, 03 Aug 2012 17:48:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][10].

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Klipsch quietly teases new in-ear headphone lineup: S4 (II) series, S7i set arrive this month

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Leave it to [Klipsch][3] to [surprise us][4] with new gear for our ears when we least expect it. Within the last day or so, the company quietly pushed a "coming soon" page live on its website chock full of new in-ear headphones. To start, the [S4][5] [series][6] is getting a complete refresh across the lineup and taking up the (II) moniker -- namely, the $80 S4 (II), and the $100 S4i (II) and S4a (II), which respectively feature an inline remote / mic for iOS and Android devices. While the trio of intra-aurals look largely similar to their ear-pleasing predecessors, Klipsch has graced them with flat cables to kill the tangled-cord issues we've experienced.

Better yet, it's also showcasing the $200 S7i (seen middle), a curvaceous set of balanced armature-loaded ceramic 'bubs, equipped with an iOS-compatible remote / mic. The S7i essentially fills the "mid-range" gap in price from the S4i to the [$350 X10i][7]. Detailed specs for all the sets aren't anywhere to be seen currently, but we'll likely find out more at Klipsch's NYC event next week. For now, you can rest assured knowing that you'll have a choice of black or white for everything except the S4a (II) -- and that it's all already up for pre-order at the source link below.

[Klipsch quietly teases new in-ear headphone lineup: S4 (II) series, S7i set arrive this month][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][8] on Fri, 03 Aug 2012 18:19:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][9].

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Verizon survey reveals FiOS Companion Android tablet, aka the Motorola Corvair

[![Verizon survey reveals FiOS Companion Android tablet, aka the Motorola Corvair][1] ][2]

While it hasn't actually started to roll out yet, one of our readers sent in pics of a [Verizon FiOS][3] survey gauging reactions to a new device that "may be available in the future" as the FiOS Companion tablet. As described in the survey, it's a WiFi-connected Android slate that not only runs the usual apps, but also works as universal remote control and streams "select" TV channels (probably the same ones as the [Xbox 360 app][4]) directly to its screen. The sole picture included confirms we're looking at the [Motorola Corvair 6-inch Android 2.3 tablet][5] that surfaced late last year with all of those features, [home automation][6] tie-ins and a 4000mAh battery. The survey questions don't reveal much else about its capabilities or potential pricing other than asking users if they would be interested in customizing their own home screen, and how. We'd hope the software has seen some updates since its original leak, but knowing this market that seems unlikely. All we can do now is help Verizon / Motorola with that customer research they were hoping to perform so let them know -- is this something you'd be interested in?

[Thanks, anonymous]

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BLU Products intros Vivo 4.3, says it's 'world's first' dual-SIM smartphone with Super AMOLED Plus

[![BLU Products intros Vivo 43, says it's 'world's first' dualSIM smartphone with Super AMOLED Plus][1] ][2]

It feels like it was only yesterday that [BLU][3] was keeping us slightly occupied with its [Studio 5.3 and TouchBook 7.3][4] devices, which, as you may or may not know, left us with somewhat of a bittersweet taste in our mouths. Still, the past is the past, and now the company's back for more with the recent revelation of its Vivo 4.3 handset; one the company's loudly dubbing as the "world's first dual-SIM smartphone with [Super AMOLED Plus][5]." Regardless of any global, self-induced titles, the 4.3-inch Vivo appears to offer some interesting features of its own, including that aforementioned Super AMOLED Plus screen, a 1GHz, dual-core Cortex A9 CPU, dual-SIM capabilities and a tweaked flavor of [Android 4.0][6]. What's best, however, is BLU plans on selling the Vivo 4.3 unlocked in the US next month for $250, while additional availability is "soon to follow" through Latin America and some parts of Asia.

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X-Ray App Identifies Android Vulnerabilities But Doesn't Fix Them

Ray, Duo Security's free app, sets off Android security fire alarms but doesn't put out the fire.

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Verve's MacIsaac: Apple's UDID Ad Tracking Solution Likely To Exceed Advertisers' Hopes

Over the past few months, Apple has been cracking down on apps that use iPhone owners' UDID as an ad tracking tool.

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TouchPad gets an early taste of Android 4.1 Jelly Bean courtesy of CyanogenMod 10 (video)

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Want the latest version of Android on your device? Sure, we all do, and despite HP having put the [TouchPad][3] out to pasture long ago, the modder community isn't giving up hope. One brave soul over at _Xda Developers_ who goes by the handle Jscullins can (and should) be thanked for bringing bargain tablet lovers a dose of CyanogenMod 10. It's still a preview build lacking, among other things, sound and video acceleration, but if you absolutely have to get a [buttery smooth][4] UI on your tablet _right now_ hit up the source link for the download. Or, you could just check out the video of it in action after the break courtesy of _Liliputing_. It's probably safer.

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Kobo for Android gets updated with support for extra languages, more Facebook integration

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App updates are always nice, right? Well, if you're an avid user of [Kobo's][3] intellectual offerings on Android handsets and slates, you'll be happy to know the [all-things-eReader][4] service has rolled out a fresh update to its eBooks application. Most notably, this new version brings support for an array of new languages within the app, such as French, Italian, Dutch, German and Spanish. That's not it, however, and in addition to gaining a "multi-language experience," Kobo's eBooks application now also offers an in-book progress indicator, a two-page landscape view for folks using tablets and the ability to share current readings with friends on Facebook or Kobo Pulse. As usual, you'll find the refreshed goods inside Google's Play store, link for that is down below.

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RIM CEO Says Company 'Seriously' Considered Switch To Android

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Intel, Acer, Qualcomm join Futuremark's 3DMark for Android development program

[![Intel, Acer, Qualcomm join Futuremark's 3DMark for Android development program][1] ][2]

Benchmarking outfit [Futuremark][3] has announced that [Intel][4], [Qualcomm][5], [Acer][6] and [SingTel-Optus ][7]are joining the development program for the company's [3DMark for Android][8]. The quartet is in good company, joining a list of industry heavyweights that includes [AMD][9], [Microsoft][10] and [NVIDIA][11], amongst others. While the Helsinki-based outfit hasn't mentioned a specific release date for its latest analysis application, it's on course to arrive "later this year." For us, that simply isn't soon enough -- but then again we don't get out much.

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Android 4.1 Jelly Bean proven carrying rough but working code for multi-user support (video)

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If there's ever been a persistent gripe among families sharing mobile devices, it's been the absence of multiple user profiles -- hand that [iPad][3] or [Nexus 7][4] to Junior and you may have to play a spot-the-differences game when it comes back. Some long overdue testing of previously found code references in [Jelly Bean][5] shows that Google, at least, has explored ending that anxiety over who uses the family gadgets. Command-line code in [AOSP-based versions][6] of Android 4.1 will let you create a separate guest profile, complete with its own lock screen security, home screen layout and limited settings. To say that the code is unpolished would be an understatement, however. Apps and even some notifications cross over from the main account, which could prove more than a little embarrassing if the hardware is left in the wrong hands. At least it's easy to revert back, as the instructions (and video after the break) show. The real challenge will be waiting to see when -- or really, if -- Google gets to finishing multi-user code and turns that Nexus 7 into the communal tablet we want it to be.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Release Date: August 29, 2012

According to Reuters , Samsung Electronics has confirmed that Galaxy Note 2 will be unveiled at the Samsung Mobile Unpacked event in Berlin on August 29 , 2 days before IFA 2012 .

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RIM chief: we looked 'seriously' at Android, didn't want to join the herd

[![Thorsten Heins of RIM in formal photo][1] ][2]

RIM's current CEO [Thorsten Heins][3] has been [very candid][4] about his company's plans and past, but he has usually given the impression that the company wouldn't even consider deviating from its [one true vision][5] of a BlackBerry OS future. Although [BlackBerry 10][6] is very much the center of RIM's universe today, Heins has revealed to _The Telegraph_ that his firm's eyes did stray briefly -- at one point, it "seriously" investigated Android as a platform. The company ended up backing away after deciding a "me-too" strategy didn't fit the productivity-obsessed BlackBerry crowd, the executive says. RIM decided, like Nokia, that it [couldn't differentiate enough][7] in Google's ecosystem. There's still some time to go before we learn whether or not the gamble on the in-house OS pays off. If Heins' comments still leave you dreaming of what might have been, though, don't worry: at least a few companies are [providing their own visions][7] in a slightly more tangible form.

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MetroPCS outs Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G: 4.3-inch Super AMOLED, LTE and Dyle Mobile TV

[![MetroPCS outs Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G 43inch Super AMOLED, LTE and Dyle Mobile TV on board][1] ][2]

Well, that didn't take long. Shortly after showing up in some [leaked shots][3], Samsung's Galaxy S Lightray 4G is with us yet again, save for this time around it's an official appearance courtesy of [MetroPCS][4]. The underdog carrier's announced the Lightray 4G will be the latest addition to its lineup of [LTE-equipped handsets][5], with this new Galaxy also said to be the first one to offer speedy hotspot capabilities within the network. Additionally, Sammy's Lightray features a 4.3-inch Super AMOLED screen, an undisclosed 1GHz processor and access to [Dyle Mobile TV's][6] on-the-go entertainment service -- that said, don't expect an Ice Cream Sandwich here (better yet Jelly Beans), as all you'll be getting is a taste of Mountain View's [popular Gingerbread][7]. MetroPCS has the Lightray 4G up for grabs now on its site at $460, and for those interested, there's a photo gallery down below as well as the official presser from the carrier.

**Gallery: [Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G][8]**

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Yep, Real Racing 3 really is for iPad, iPhone and Android

A short while ago, EA Mobile announced that it was combining two of its Australian mobile games development studios into one, hence IronMonkey and Firemint became Firemonkeys .

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Xiaomi Phone 2 may debut on August 16th, packaging will withstand 180kg of weight

[![Xiaomi Phone 2 may debut on August 16th, packaging will withstand 180kg of weight][1] ][2]

Amid rumors that Chinese startup [Xiaomi][3] will soon be bringing out its next-gen Android smartphone, various spy shots have been [circulating][4] around the web. However, a company representative has already shot them down by claiming they were all rejected designs, though the same person told _CNMO_ that the so-called "Xiaomi Phone 2" will feature a larger display as well as Qualcomm's quad-core chip clocked at 1.5GHz. If true, this would make the new Xiaomi Phone officially the first smartphone to pack the beefy [APQ8064][5] silicon, which should be no surprise given the tight partnership between Xiaomi and Qualcomm -- not to mention that the latter is also a notable investor of the phone maker. As to when we'll know the truth, _Sina Tech_ is reporting that according to an insider, Xiaomi will be hosting the launch event on August 16th and will, oddly enough, offer tickets to non-media attendees for ¥199 (about $30) per head. On the contrary, fans were able to just walk into the [unveiling][6] of the original Xiaomi Phone -- three million of which have been sold as of June.

Meanwhile, Xiaomi founder Lei Jun and his colleagues have been showing off the minimalistic, eco-friendly packaging of their upcoming second-gen smartphone -- more pics after the break. And as before, the company pulled the standing-on-box stunt again, only this time they bumped the weight from 85kg to 180kg which obviously required an extra fellow, as you can see in the intimate photo above. Looks like the new MIUI flagship device is all set for a safe delivery -- all we need now is a price.

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Gameloft announces its first Unreal Engine-based Android game, you figure out what it is

[![Gameloft announces first Android Unreal Engine game, you figure out what it is][1] ][2]

Parisian gaming company [Gameloft][3] has pulled the wraps off its first [Unreal Engine][4] Android game, but is being rather coy about what it _actually is_. The teaser image -- which was released on the company's Facebook page -- reveals little more than a bloody sword and skull along with a cryptic message, saying that a clue was hidden in the artwork. Viewers were also invited to vote for the next hint, which will either be another image or a YouTube teaser trailer. Whether the macabre-looking game itself will create as much suspense as its marketing tease remains to be seen.

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Why QR Codes Don't Work

If there ever was a technology that was frustratingly unpopular despite its true potential to improve the way consumers and businesses interact, it would be the QR code .

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Thursday, August 2, 2012

Chameleon Android launcher appears, pre-orderers and Kickstarter backers get beta access soon

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After a [false start to its Kickstarter funding][3], the [Chameleon launcher project for Android][4] is finally arriving -- at least in beta form. It's currently ready for install from Google Play by anyone with an Android tablet running 3.2 or higher, however to actually unlock the software you'll need to have your account authorized on its servers . For the moment that's restricted to a VIP list of early testers to bash on its core systems as well as the included HTML5 widgets. The beta for Kickstarter backers and pre-orderers will be staggered to let the company test its activation system, so if you haven't been switched on yet it shouldn't be too long of a wait. If you've hopped over the velvet rope, let us know how the new experience is running on your slate, those stuck on the outside looking in can catch a quick demo video embedded after the break, as well as hit the company's website to register for access and progress updates.

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Matrix One tablet goes on sale for an even more frugal $90

[![Matrix One tablet with Android 4.0][1] ][2]

Direct Merchandise Marketing might not have the most alluring name as a tablet maker, but it still raised a few eyebrows with its [Matrix One][3] in June: it hoped to crack the $100 barrier while still producing a device you'd still be proud to take home to Mother. The 7-inch slate is going on sale ever so slightly past its late July target, but with a surprise price drop to $90 -- more or less, considering that shipping costs a minimum $10. Whether or not that extra Hamilton bill's difference is an illusion, you're still getting a surprisingly competent device for the money, with a 1.5GHz ARM [Cortex-A8][4] chip, 512MB of RAM and 4GB of built-in storage moving Android 4.0 along at a decent clip. The 2-megapixel front camera, full-size USB and HDMI also help reinforce that it's more than just a no-frills slab. Having said this, we'd be brave enough to crack the triple-digit barrier and spring for the considerably more future-proof $130 edition with 1GB of RAM and 16GB of space. The feature gap is still wide enough that [Nexus 7][5] owners won't experience buyer's remorse; at this price, however, it's not hard to imagine handing out Matrix Ones to family members like so much candy.

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Top 3 Android security apps: Do they protect you?

We analyze the features and reliability of the three most popular Android security and antivirus apps currently available: Norton, Avast, and Lookout.

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Honeywell next up to get a patent license from Microsoft, goes the Android handheld route

[![Honeywell next up to get a patent license from Microsoft, goes the Android route][1] ][2]

Stop us if you've [heard this one before][3]: a company that wants to start using (or keep using) a Google OS strikes a patent licensing deal with Microsoft to avoid the [legal barrage][4] that will invariably follow if it says no. It's [Honeywell][5] singing the tune this time, and the company has reached an agreement that will let it use Android or Chrome OS on devices like a new edition of the Dolphin 7800 rugged handheld (shown here) without perpetually looking over its shoulder. Neither side is going into the specifics, although Microsoft has steered Honeywell into using its boilerplate copy about royalties trading hands. The truce won't help the prices of Honeywell devices; even so, it's good news for developers and customers who've been part of the company's official Android feedback program. We're still yearning for the day when we can get root access on a [Honeywell thermostat][6].

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PSA: Verizon Galaxy Nexus owners now have direct access to Google Wallet

[![PSA Verizon Galaxy Nexus owners now have direct access to Google Wallet][1] ][2]

Nobody puts [Google Wallet][3] in the corner for long, not even [Big Red][4]. Though the carrier courted controversy late last year by [withholding support][5] for the burgeoning NFC-based platform amidst security concerns, it appears to have finally changed tack. Owners of that [LTE Galaxy Nexus variant][6] are now reporting the ability to access the app from the Play store, no [workarounds necessary][7]. Though we weren't able to verify the success of that particular method -- no results surfaced during a quick store search -- we did have success downloading the application to our stock, unrooted device using a direct market link. We've since reached out to Verizon for official comment on the matter, but have yet to hear back. In the meantime, if you've been itching to give Mountain View's brand of mobile payment a go, hit up the source link below and let us know how you fare in the comments.

[Thanks, Keith]

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