The Frozen Android: 2012-08-12

Saturday, August 18, 2012

Sony quietly outs Xperia SL: dual-core 1.7GHz Snapdragon S3, four hues

[![Sony quietly outs Xperia SL, gifts it with a dualcore 17GHz Snapdragon S3 CPU, four hues][1] ][2]

That oft-rumored successor to the Sony Xperia S smartphone, the [Xperia SL][3]? Sony's now officially listing the 4.3-inch GSM device as "coming soon" on its website, along with full details and specs. As it turns out, the initial leaks were correct -- the SL is a slight refresh of the S, differentiating itself with an additional duo of color choices (silver and pink), a faster dual-core 1.7GHz [Snapdragon S3][4] CPU and Android Ice Cream Sandwich (up from a 1.5Ghz processor and Gingerbread). Aside from all that, it's the same media-focused phone, loaded with the same 720p display and 12.1-megapixel shooter, that we [reviewed][5] in March of 2011. We can't say we're overly excited, but you'll find more info from Sony at the source link below if you're interested.

[Thanks, Olmar]

Filed under: [Cellphones][6]

[Sony quietly outs Xperia SL: dual-core 1.7GHz Snapdragon S3, four hues][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][7] on Sat, 18 Aug 2012 23:26:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][8].

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Real-World Software Development- Interviewing a Programming Guru about Mobile and Cloud

His name is John Waters and he has created EventBoard , a conference scheduling and management system that leverages a wide variety of technologies, including Windows Phone, Windows 8, Windows Azure , iOS, and Android - to name a few.

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/08/real-world-software-development-interviewing-a-programming-guru-about-mobile-and-cloud?fromrss=1
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Mobile Miscellany: week of August 13th, 2012

[![Mobile Miscellany week of August 13th, 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, Clove teased the October arrival of the black Samsung Galaxy S III and a security vulnerability was uncovered for Android's pattern unlock feature. 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 August 13th, 2012.

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Filed under: [Cellphones][4], [Wireless][5], [Software][6]

[Mobile Miscellany: week of August 13th, 2012][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][7] on Sat, 18 Aug 2012 21:15:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][8].

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Motorola posts Android bootloader unlock page, lets just one device pass muster

[![Motorola posts Android bootloader unlock page, starts out small][1] ][2]

Motorola drew fresh respect after it vowed that its Android device customers could [unlock their bootloaders][3], starting with the [Photon Q LTE][4]. Nearly everything about that process was kept in the dark, but it's now been blown wide open: the company has posted a full page dedicated to the process. Getting started will demand the [Android SDK][5], fastboot, new USB drivers and a slightly scary warranty release, but it otherwise goes through a very [HTC-like process][6] that provides an unlock key. Verizon subscribers who were hoping for a surprise [Droid RAZR MAXX][7] unlock won't be happy, mind you; the Photon Q LTE is the only device on the list so far that isn't already unchained as a matter of course. Motorola did characterize the unlock option as a forward-thinking option, which leaves us not so secretly wishing that [high-profile future releases][8] expand the list of unlockable devices a bit further.

Filed under: [Cellphones][9], [Tablet PCs][10]

[Motorola posts Android bootloader unlock page, lets just one device pass muster][11] originally appeared on [Engadget][12] on Sat, 18 Aug 2012 19:12:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][13].

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iPhone 5 Must Have a Huge Launch to Stay Ahead of Rivals

NEWS ANALYSIS: Market Analysts are predicting vast numbers of iPhone 5 handsets will be in Apple's inventory for its product launch.

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/08/iphone-5-must-have-a-huge-launch-to-stay-ahead-of-rivals?fromrss=1

Ceton's Media Center Companion apps for mobiles hit RC status, add new features (video)

Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Student Edition Bundle officially hits stores tomorrow, yours for $250 until Sept.1st

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After [leaking early][3] and then being [sold ahead of schedule][4] at Best Buy, Samsung's [Galaxy Tab 2 7.0][5] Student Edition Bundle -- yes, that's really its full moniker -- now has a confirmed street date. Starting tomorrow, $250 the bundle (which includes a 8GB version of the tablet finished in glossy white, a keyboard dock and USB peripheral connector) will be available for purchase until September 1st at Best Buy, Tiger Direct, Fry's Electronics, Amazon, and Costco. Specs-wise this Android 4.0 slate skinned with TouchWiz isn't exactly up to par with the venerable $200 [Nexus 7][6], but it's still a potential step up from B&N's [recently discounted][7] Nook Tablets. Beyond that, it also stands out by packing an IR-blaster, microSD card slot and two cameras -- and lest we forget to mention that this particular GTab itself is _normally _$250. Hit up the press release after the break if your interests are piqued enough to consider hitting the halls with this bundle.

[Continue reading _Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Student Edition Bundle officially hits stores tomorrow, yours for $250 until Sept.1st_][8]

Filed under: [Tablet PCs][9]

[Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Student Edition Bundle officially hits stores tomorrow, yours for $250 until Sept.1st][8] originally appeared on [Engadget][10] on Sat, 18 Aug 2012 16:04:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][11].

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TrustGo Security Labs: Powerful New Virus Remotely Controls Mobile Payments

TrustGo Mobile Inc. , a leading mobile security company, today announced that TrustGo Security Labs has discovered a new and extraordinarily aggressive virus in China's largest Android marketplace, GFan.

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/08/trustgo-security-labs-powerful-new-virus-remotely-controls-mobile-payments?fromrss=1

XBMC for Android available in nightly builds for that risky media fix

[![XBMC 11 interface][1] ][2]

We only just learned in earnest that [XBMC][3] was [coming to Android][4] last month, and yet we're already looking at workable builds. Kermonine96 at the _XDA-Developers_ forum has started offering his own, unofficial nightly versions of the media center front end, both for regularly supported devices with Neon processor code (most often HTC and Samsung devices) as well as Neon-free hardware, like phones and tablets carrying [Tegra 2][5] chips. Needless to say, the alpha-grade code shouldn't be used as the heart of a mobile media center: hardware decoding isn't functional, battery life is low and even a stable picture isn't guaranteed. That said, anyone who's willing to risk a skip-heavy movie or miss out on plugins now doesn't have to receive the XBMC crew's blessing to get a preview of its Android efforts.

Filed under: [Cellphones][6], [Home Entertainment][7], [Tablet PCs][8], [Software][9]

[XBMC for Android available in nightly builds for that risky media fix][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][10] on Sat, 18 Aug 2012 14:13:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][11].

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Android Open Source Project targets Sony Xperia S, wants to get experimental

[![Android Open Source Project targets Sony Xperia S, wants to get experimental][1] ][2]

The [Android Open Source Project][3] has typically (and understandably) been a very Nexus-focused affair -- until now that is. Technical Lead for the AOSP, Jean-Baptiste Queru, announced this week that for a "new challenge" he'd like to target new hardware -- and Sony's [Xperia S][4] is the lucky benefactor. The choice of hardware is said to be due to it being a powerful, current device with an [unlockable bootloader][5], with Queru noting that Sony has always been kind to the project. There's not a lot in the git project right now, but Queru appears keen to rally support from developers to get the ball rolling. Wondering how this might differ from CyanogenMod's device targets? Where CM might have a focus on stability, Queru believes that AOSP will head in a more experimental "bleeding edge" direction. Sound like something you can get behind? Head on over to the source for more info.

Filed under: [Cellphones][6]

[Android Open Source Project targets Sony Xperia S, wants to get experimental][7] originally appeared on [Engadget][8] on Sat, 18 Aug 2012 11:16:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][9].

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RIM's BlackBerry Loses The Mobile Security Crown To Apple's iPhone and iPad

The perception of the BlackBerry as the most secure and manageable mobile platform seems to be faltering.

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/08/rims-blackberry-loses-the-mobile-security-crown-to-apples-iphone-and-ipad?fromrss=1

Sky Sports TV app for Android now available, brings live events to the UK and Ireland

[![Sky Sports TV app for Android now available, gives you all the football soccer you need][1] ][2]

Not to be outdone by [The Worldwide Leader in Sports][3], Sky's just released its own application to keep [football][4] enthusiasts entertained while on the go -- at least [Premier League][5] fans using Android slabs. Unlike the ESPN app, however, [Sky Sports][6] is charging £5 (around $8) per month for its offering, though it will -- with the help of ESPN, no less -- stream over 100 EPL matches live, so you're not limited to only highlights and previews. That being said, Sky Sports TV also lets UK and Ireland folks watch other sporting events, including F1 races, PGA Golf and tennis events like the US Open. The bad news is the app currently doesn't support [Jelly Bean-loaded][7] devices, which, for now, will most likely only affect a [tiny section][8] of Mountain View's user base -- if that's not you, though, the link to download is down below.

Filed under: [Cellphones][9], [Software][10]

[Sky Sports TV app for Android now available, brings live events to the UK and Ireland][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][11] on Sat, 18 Aug 2012 07:25:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][12].

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T-Mobile Galaxy S3 Gets Official Android 4.0 ICS UVALH2 Firmware [How to Install]

Unlike the regular Over-The-Air update, this firmware supports only manual flashing.

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CM10 nightly builds now rolling out to select devices

[![CM10 nightly builds now rolling out to select devices][1] ][2]Like Jelly Beans, custom Android ROMs tend to have different flavors -- and [CyanogenMod][3] happens to be a fan favorite. Good thing then, that the [CM10][4] team is now serving nightly builds of its Jelly Bean-based custom ROM update. According to the CyanogenMod Google+ page, CM10 nightlies are now available for the US [Samsung Galaxy S III][5] variants, the original [Galaxy S][6] and the [Galaxy S II][7] (i9100g), the Galaxy Nexus, the Nexus S and Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (P3), Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (P5), [Nexus 7][8], [Transformer][9] and [Transformer Prime ][10]tablets. The list will fill out with more devices when they are ready, the team says, and will continue to have [CM9][11] updates (now weekly, rather then nightly) at their disposal.

[CM10 nightly builds now rolling out to select devices][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][12] on Sat, 18 Aug 2012 04:23:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][13].

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Crackle's free movie streaming expands to the Nook Tablet, Android...

It may not have quite the catalog of Netflix , but Sony Pictures' Crackle streaming service does have one big thing going for it: it's completely free.

URL: http://www.topix.com/com/android/2012/08/crackles-free-movie-streaming-expands-to-the-nook-tablet-android?fromrss=1

Friday, August 17, 2012

Crackle's free movie streaming expands to the Nook Tablet, Android and iOS apps updated for TV playback

[![Crackle's free movie streaming expands to the Nook Tablet, coming soon to Kindle Fire][1] ][2]

It may not have quite the catalog of Netflix (or the same HD quality), but Sony Pictures' [Crackle][3] streaming service does have one big thing going for it: it's completely free. It's also found its way onto plenty of different platforms (most recently [Windows Phone][4]), and that run has now continued with its expansion onto Barnes & Noble's Nook Tablet (but not the Nook Color). What's more, while there's no release date confirmed just yet, Crackle says that the app is "coming soon" to the Kindle Fire as well. It's also revealed that the app has now seen 11 million downloads across all mobile platforms -- a figure that may now see a boost not only from the new Nook app, but from the just-updated Android and iOS apps, which each boast a redesigned interface and support for TV playback via AirPlay or HDMI.

[Continue reading _Crackle's free movie streaming expands to the Nook Tablet, Android and iOS apps updated for TV playback_][5]

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LBS Feature - Wow! Mobile Indoor Positioning on Android With Wifarer at The Royal B.C Museum, Canada

Here's a first look at some "killer" indoor mobile positioning using the Wifarer app on Android at a local museum.

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25 Essential Android Business Apps

Mobile devices handle business tasks that go far beyond e-mail. Here's a selection covering communications, presentations, number-crunching, and other office apps.

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Humble Bundle For Android 3 Released

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alancronin writes with news that the Humble Bundle for Android 3 has gone live, with a selection of games that run on Android, Linux, Mac, and Windows. As with previous bundles, buyers can choose how much they want to pay, and what portion of the proceeds go to the developers or to charity. From the article: "The latest bundle includes the games BIT.TRIP BEAT, Fieldrunners, SpaceChem, and Uplink, along with each of their soundtracks. Plus, if you donate above the average price, which is currently $6.07, you can also get the puzzle game Spirits. ... The average purchase price is currently $6.07, with Linux users typically paying the most. Linux users have paid an average of $8.83, followed by Mac users at $6.59 and Windows users at $5.42. "

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Engadget HD Podcast 311 - 08.17.2012

[![Engadget HD Podcast 296 - 04.25.2012][1] ][2]After a slight... week long delay we finally have your new episode of the Engadget HD Podcast. If you've been waiting for a Fantasy Football update, existing league members should have invites in their inboxes and our pick-em will launch soon. In actual HD news however, DirecTV has finally experienced a loss of customers, perhaps the cable companies can help it deal with the disappointment. For the remaining subscribers however, the iPad app has some updates, while Cablevision is delivering channels to the Kindle Fire. We also take a peek at Verizon's FiOS Companion tablet and wonder if your TV provider should be in the tablet business, as well as recap the last few weeks of Olympics madness.

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00:13:40 - [DirecTV waves goodbye to 52,000 subscribers in first ever net loss of customers][9]
00:13:55 - [Time Warner Cable lost 169,000 subscribers, spares DirecTV's blushes][10]
00:17:38 - [Aereo unveils free trial and new prices for its NYC-based internet TV service][11]
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00:25:25 - [Verizon survey reveals FiOS Companion Android tablet, aka the Motorola Corvair][14]
00:31:34 - [AOL HD connected TV app is now AOL On for Samsung, Roku and Sony; TiVo coming soon][15]
00:32:48 - ['Just for Kids' now available on the Xbox 360: Go, Netflix, Go!][16]
00:39:35 - [SlingPlayer survey hints at possible expansion to game consoles][17]
00:43:00 - [WatchESPN Android app update finally brings access for Comcast subscribers][18]
00:49:22 - [Red claims Dragon is 'single most significant sensor in the history of image capture'][19]
00:51:28 - [Peter Jackson's 48 fps version of The Hobbit said to be a 'limited release' only][20]
00:53:52 - [TiVo Premiere 4 confirmed early, promises a 4-tuner DVR for the masses][21]
00:58:04 - [Sony's Nasne TV tuner finally set to go on sale later this month in Japan][22]
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Despite Android Sales, Apple Dominates the Mobile Web

The New York Observer calls Madrigal "for all intents and purposes, the perfect modern reporter." He co-founded Longshot magazine, a high-speed media experiment that garnered attention from The New York Times , The Wall Street Journal , and the BBC.

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T-Mobile renames latest Android to Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G

Mobile's next Android smartphone was allegedly supposed to have joined the carrier's lineup earlier this week.

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Engadget Mobile Podcast 149 - 08.16.2012

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You know that we go hard here on the Engadget Mobile Podcast, digging deep into hardware and software radios, spectrum politics, and futuristic mobile optimizations. This week, we're going _harder_ with the help of Anandtech's Brian Klug -- a man whose passion for cellular technology takes the 'cast to Mars and back this week. It's not for the faint of heart, but it probably _is_ for someone just like _you_.

**Hosts:** Myriam Joire ([tnkgrl][3]), Brad Molen
**Guest:** Brian Klug (Anandtech)
**Producer:** [Trent Wolbe][4]
**Music: **[Tycho][5] - [Coastal Brake][6] ([Ghostly International][7])

01:15:00 - [Samsung Exynos 5 Dual white paper confirms new high marks for mobile graphics, memory performance][8]
01:55:38 - [T-Mobile myTouch and myTouch Q review: two budget-friendly phones, one aging OS][9]
01:58:10 - [Motorola Photon Q 4G LTE up for pre-order, hitting Sprint August 19th for $200][10]
01:58:52 - [Motorola to cut its workforce by 20 percent, shutter a third of its offices worldwide][11]
02:01:20 - [CyanogenMod 9 now stable on every supported device, get your fix today][12]
02:01:38 - [OTA Update Center encourages PC-free upgrades for custom Android ROMs][13]
02:02:48 - [YouTube app removed from iOS 6 but not iOS 5 and older; Google working on a standalone version][14]

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Lenovo reveals K860 Music Phone, quad-core Exynos and a 5-inch screen

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It's been a [pretty good week][3] for [Lenovo][4] all things told, but the Chinese firms isn't stopping to congratulate itself too much. Today, it's business as usual, marked by the [official arrival][5] of the new K860 "Music Phone." That name might lead you to believe this is some function-specific device, but the quad-core 1.4GHz Exynos 4412 chip, Mali-400MP GPU, 5-inch (1,280 x 720) display, 1GB of RAM and slight 9.6mm-thick form sing a different song. The 8-megapixel snapper is no slouch either, with support for 100 frames continuous shooting and 1080p video recording (plus there's a 2-megapixel camera around the front, too). If all this sounds like a recipe for battery-drain, there's a 2,250 mAh cell to help keep you going. This will all be running on Android 4.0.4, but currently no word on price or availability -- but it's not like there aren't any [other large phones][6] to think about in the meantime.

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Custom ROM brings Android 4.0.4 to the Desire HD, does what HTC wouldn't

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[HTC][3] wasn't too popular when they [denied][4] Desire HD owners a hearty mouthful of Ice Cream Sandwich, but [as usual][5], the community over at _[XDA Developers][6]_ has stepped up to make it happen. Despite HTC claiming various technical issues as barriers for the upgrade, Team Blackout's Android 4.0.4 build (aka Blackout ICS Incredible) is said to work perfectly on the device. The complete ROM is based on an ICS build for the [Incredible S][7], and it requires you sacrifice your data in a full wipe before you can enjoy that Sense 3.6 UI. However, if you've got the knowledge to take advantage of this gift, you probably know how to backup all those bytes anyway. Hungry? Then head over to the source for your desirable dessert.

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GameStop's cloud streaming will spurn consoles, hang with PCs, tabs and TVs only

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When GameStop [bought ][3][Spawn Labs][4], it was clear that some sort of cloud-based game streaming was on deck, to compete with the likes of [Sony's Gaikai][5] and [Onlive][6] ([now allied][7] with [Ouya][8]). However, the company has just announced that the service will exclude consoles, and work only on tablets, PCs and internet enabled TVs -- a [change][9] from the [original plan][4]. The decision was made "based on consumer feedback" after a private beta, according to the retailer, who hinted earlier that consoles may be a non-starter on the service. It also cited its "success in [selling mobile devices][10], and the imminent launch of new consoles" to justify the change. The program's launch is still planned for next year, but for now the console streaming path is clear for others.

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Sony starts pushing Android 4.0 update to Xperia P owners, Xperia U and more coming soon

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Sony has been [steadily deploying][3] its [Android 4.0 updates][4], but it's been leaving some of its newest phones out of the loop. Consider the [Xperia P][5] back in the groove: its upgrade is rolling out over the course of a few weeks, starting today. As always, the exact timing will depend on the carrier and country, and some owners may have to download the update the archaic, wired way instead of through the air. Should the Xperia P deployment still leave your device out of the running, Sony keenly points out that the [Xperia U][6], [Xperia go][7] and [Xperia sola][8] are next on deck to receive a taste of Ice Cream Sandwich. About the only question left is when [Android 4.1][9] will reach any Xperia models, although we're really just thankful to have much of Sony's current lineup on the same page.

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Distro Issue 53: Will the S Pen-wielding Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 rise above its tablet foes?

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The unfinished Galaxy Note 10.1 was cast into Android slate prime time at [Mobile World Congress][3] a few months back. Now the production model as arrived and we put it through its paces in this week's edition of our [e-publication][4]. If tablets aren't really your thing, we also give the Vizio Thin + Light and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon the in-depth review treatment this time around. "Eyes-on" takes a closer look at the [B&O Beolit 12][5], "Rec Reading" offers a collection of Rudy Rucker's short stories, "Weekly Stat" catches a nice breeze and Red Hat's Chris Moody gives the Q&A a piece of his mind. Grab your[ S Pen][6] (or other stylus of choice) and tap on the appropriate download link below to sort out your weekend reading.

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[Distro Issue 53: Will the S Pen-wielding Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 rise above its tablet foes?][2] originally appeared on [Engadget][14] on Fri, 17 Aug 2012 09:30:00 EDT. Please see our [terms for use of feeds][15].

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Get Your Pinterest Fix On the Go With Mobile App

Pinterest has decided taking over the internet is not enough and has finally gone completely mobile.

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Android 4.0 ICS rolling out to the Sony Xperia P today

Earlier this month , Sony Mobile India had published on its Facebook that the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update will be making its way onto the Sony Xperia P between the 19-25th of August.

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Jason Aldean Plays To Sold Out Crowd At Riverbend

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National Bank launches mobile app for Android

Building on the success of its iPhone mobile banking app, National Bank today announced the launch of a mobile banking app for Android smartphones.

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Google's Voice Search on Android adds support for 13 additional languages

[![Google's Voice Search on Android adds support for 13 additional languages][1] ][2]

Even though it's also [on iOS now][3], Android is still the first love for [Google's Voice Search][4] and the company announced today it's adding support for an additional 13 languages on the platform, bringing the total to 42 languages and accents understood in 46 countries. The list includes Basque, Bulgarian. Catalan, European Portuguese, Finnish, Galician, Hungarian, Icelandic, Norwegian, Romanian, Serbian, Slovak and Swedish. Just like it has since [at least 2010][5] when Voice Actions were introduced it will require Android 2.2 or higher, and is easily accessible either from the search box on your home screen or in the Voice Search app. We should note that it still only understands one language at a time and you may need to change some settings, also the new languages weren't showing up yet on every device we tried -- just some of them. Hit the source link for a few more details on how machine learning was used to extrapolate the pronunciation of all Swedish words based on thousands of samples from native speakers, or just grab a nearby phone or tablet and have Pau Gasol speak some Catalan to it -- although obviously Salvador Dali would be preferred, were he available.

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Thursday, August 16, 2012

Google Turns On Smart Updates For Android Apps

Earlier this year, at its I/O developer conference, Google announced that it would soon turn on delta updates for apps running on Android 2.3+ and it looks like this feature is now up and running .

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ROCCAT Power-Grid Android version on its way, we go hands-on with the keyboard-augmenting app (video)

[![ROCCAT Powergrid Android version in the pipeline, we go handson with the keyboardaugmenting app video][1] ][2]

ROCCAT's plans to fight back against Razer's glowing [customizable macro-keys][3] and touchscreens are nearing the finish line. Here at [Gamescom][4], the mouse and keyboard maker's [Power-Grip][5] app was at a nearly-finished stage on the iPhone. Better still, the Android version was close behind it -- although it was slightly less polished. The idea is to add a wealth of touchscreen widgets and quickly viewable data to your smartphone, sidestepping the need for pricier hardware solutions. That said, there are plans for [ROCCAT][6] to create some happy medium between the rogue smartphone interface and its more standard keyboard, with ideas gravitating towards a docking space for your phone built into the keyboard. We took the slightly more temperamental Android version for a spin on ROCCAT CEO Rene Korte's Galaxy S III -- check what the app's likely to offer on its December release in our hands-on after the break.

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