Google to Offer Stable of New Nexus Devices in 2012?
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Tue, 05/15/2012 - 19:29Google plans to team up with multiple OEMs to launch up to five unlocked "Pure Google" devices by Thanksgiving, according to the Wall Street Journal. The plan is to give multiple hardware makers access to Android 5.0 Jelly Bean to produce a stable of Nexus devices. Normally Google teams up with one manufacturer to produce "lead devices" before releasing the software to others.
The new Nexus lineup will then be sold directly from Google. The unlocked models will offer users more carrier selections, and put a stop to fears that Motorola Mobility will be favored because of the $12 billion Google acquisition.
Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and 4.2 Galaxy Player on Sale Nationwide This Weekend
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Sat, 05/12/2012 - 13:56Samsung has announced that the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and 4.2 Galaxy Player will be avilable for purchase on Sunday, May 13. The Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 will be available for $399.99, and the Player 4.2 will sell for $199.99. Amazon is already accepting pre-orders.
The Galaxy Tab 2 is powered by a dual-core processor and Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. It features a 10.1-inch display, Bluetooth V3.0, a 3MP rear-facing camera, a VGA front-facing camera, and a microSD card slot.
HTC EVO 4G LTE Pre-Orders Now Open: Release Date Confirmed [Sprint]
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Wed, 05/09/2012 - 13:36Online retailers like Wirefly started excepting pre-orders for the HTC EVO 4G LTE on Tuesday, and today Sprint confirmed that the new handset would start shipping on Friday, May 18. The EVO 4G LTE will retail for 199.99 with a new line of service or eligible upgrade and two-year agreement.
"HTC EVO 4G LTE sets the benchmark for Android devices this year with its incredible 4.7-inch screen, advanced camera features and future HD voice capabilities when combined with the speed of Sprint’s upcoming 4G LTE network,” said Fared Adib, vice president-Product Development, Sprint. “Its cutting-edge technology pairs perfectly with Sprint’s unlimited data plans to let our customers enjoy their wireless experience without worrying about overage charges or throttling.”
Toshiba Excite 10 Tablet on Sale for $450
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Tue, 05/08/2012 - 16:38The first tablet from Toshiba's Excite line up is now on sale. The Excite 10 is available from Amazon for $449.99 or B&H Photo for $499.99. The 32GB model is in stock at B&H Photo for $599.99. The 64GB model is MIA on both websites.
The Toshiba Excite 10 features a 10-inch 1280×800 Gorilla Glass display, microHDMI, microUSB, full-sized SD card slot and stereo speakers with SRS Audio support. It's powered by a quad-core Tegra 3 processor and Android 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich.
Which US Carriers Will Offer the Samsung Galaxy S3?
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Fri, 05/04/2012 - 15:06Samsung officially announced the Galaxy S III in London on May 3rd. In addition to announcing the highly anticipated phone, the Korean manufacturer also noted that the GS3 would be launching globally in 145 countries and across 296 operators. U.S. customers can expected the device to arrive stateside this summer, but the big question is who will be carrying the new handset?
According to the The Verge, Sprint is ready and capable of carrying the phone, but if you head on over to the Galaxy S3 signup page, you will notice that Samsung lists all the major U.S. carriers (plus a few local ones) under the "carrier preference" option. Perhaps they are just trying to get a handle on which carrier would be the most in-demand once the GS3 officially launches?
UPDATE: It looks like the "carrier preference" option was removed. You can see the drop box of carriers listed originally from the Phandroid screenshot above.
Amazon Gold Box Deal: Refurbished Kindle Fire $139
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Wed, 05/02/2012 - 16:15Amazon is offering $30 off refurbished Kindle Fires as part of their Gold Box Deal of the day. The refurbished models include a one-year limited warranty and are certified "to look and work like new." A new or refurbished Kindle Fire makes a great Mother's Day gift. If you're interested in buying a refurbished model you must act quickly because the deal is set to expire tonight (May 2).
Will My Samsung Device Receive Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich?
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Tue, 04/24/2012 - 09:37Samsung published a list of devices that will be receiving Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich updates in the future. AT&T devices include: Galaxy S II, Galaxy S II Skyrocket, Galaxy Note, Captivate Glide, Nexus S and Galaxy Tab 8.9. Sprint Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch users can expect to join Nexus S 4G owners in enjoying ICS in the near future.
Tablets: Verizon's Galaxy Tab 10.1 and 7.7 will be receiving 4.0 updates, and the Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus, Galaxy Tab 8.9 and 10.1 Wi-Fi models have also made the cut.
32GB Asus Transformer Pad TF300T Available for $399 [Deals]
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 15:21The 32GB Asus Transformer Pad TF300T is currently available from B&H Photo for $399. The Ice Cream Sandwich tablet features a multi-touch 10.1-inch LCD display, a NVIDIA 1.2GHz Tegra 3 quad-core CPU and 1280 x 800 resolution. It measures only 0.39-inches thin and weighs a mere 1.4 pounds for easy travel and mobility.
Other specs include 1GB of memory, Bluetooth 3.0, integrated SonicMaster stereo speakers, a 8MP rear-facing camera and a 1.2MP front-facing camera. The docking option extends the battery life to up to 15 hours, and can accommodate a QWERTY keyboard (sold separately).
HTC Droid Incredible 4G: Specs and Pricing Revealed
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Mon, 04/23/2012 - 13:42Early specs and pricing for the HTC Droid Incredible 4G mysteriously appeared on Verizon's DroidDoes site on Monday. It's unclear whether Verizon intended to out the phone this early, but a rundown of the specs revealed that the Incredible 4G will feature a 1.2GHz CPU, 1GB RAM, and a 4-inch qHD Super LCD display. The Droid Incredible will also ship with Android 4.0 and HTC Sense 4.
Other specs include: an 8MP rear-facing camera, 1080p HD video recording, VGA front-facing camera, an LTE hotspot mode with support for up to 10 devices, Beats Audio for "studio-quality sound," 1700mAh battery, 8GB internal memory and up to 32GB expandable memory. The phones dimensions are listed as 2.4 x 4.8 x 0.46 inches and it weighs 4.66 ounces.
Bye Bye HTC EVO 3D [Sprint]
Submitted by Marshall Walker on Sat, 04/21/2012 - 13:58Sprint reps have confirmed that the HTC EVO 3D has been discontinued. Engadget has learned that the 3D smartphone is no longer available via the carrier's online store. However, there are still some EVO 3Ds floating around Sprint retail outfits, but supplies are limited.
Sprint and HTC are preparing to rollout the HTC EVO 4G LTE in Q2 of 2012. The planned $199 phone features a 4.7-inch 720p HD display and 1.3MP front-facing camera. The backside features a 8MP camera and spring-loaded kickstand. The rear side is made of black aluminum, and a removable polycarbonate plastic. Underneath the polycarbonate plastic trapdoor is the microSD slot for 32GB expansion. It's also rumored to be powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 chipset.
