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GingerMaster Malware Threatens Android 2.3 Devices

Android users are facing a new threat on their mobile devices as a potent variant of the DroidKungFu malware has been discovered. GingerMaster is especially worrisome, infecting Android 2.3 using a root exploit that gives the attacker complete control of the operating system. A seemingly innocent file named gbfm.png is the culprit.

This file is actually the virus, which ends up on unprotected Android devices through legitimate apps that have been compromised. As of yet, GingerMaster has not appeared on the Android Market, however the malware successfully evaded detection in tests with leading mobile anti-virus software according to the research team at NC State University that discovered the threat.

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Maintenance Update Makes HTC EVO 3D Even Better

The HTC EVO 3D maintenance update has arrived a few days early. Improvements include: lockscreen freeze fix, Facebook birthday fix, GPS fix, the ability to transfer contacts over Bluetooth, and more freedom while removing bloatware.

Sprint already allows the removal of some pre-installed apps, so it will be interesting to see what new bloatware you will be able to trash after the upgrade.

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ASUS Eee Pad Slider Pops up in Italy, Possible September Launch?

It's almost like Asus is purposely making it difficult for people to get their hands on their Transformer and Slider tablets. The Transformer is hard to find and the Slider has been M.I.A. since May. A few months ago, Asus promised that the Slider was coming "soon," but we haven't heard anything about it until today.

On Sunday, Engadget spotted the 10.1-incher in Italy. The website Notebook Italia lists a September release for the Slider. There will be two versions offered, 16GB and 32GB, for around $400 and $550.

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The Back to School Phone: Samsung Admire [Deals]

According to the National Retail Federation, back to school shoppers are going to be on a budget this year. A NRF study revealed that 44 percent of students and parents admitted that they will be spending less money on back to school gear. If you're looking for an affordable phone for school, or are a first-time Android buyer, the Samsung Admire from MetroPCS could be the phone you're looking for.

The Admire is an affordable and stylish smartphone with an easy to use touchscreen. It runs Android 2.3, and features GPS/Wi-Fi capabilities. Its not the most powerful phone, running a single-core 800MHz processor, but most teenagers or college freshmen probably won't care. The Admire also features a 3.2 megapixel camera, 3-hours of talk time and bluetooth capabilities.

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Radio Shack Reducing T-Mobile Stock by Giving it Away For Free

Radio Shack is holding a fire sale to replace their T-Mobile stock with Verizon phones. On Friday, the Shack announced that all T-Mobile phones will be free with a new contract. There is no word on how long the sale will last. I guess it depends on the individual store's stock. I would call my local Shack to clarify before I ran out the door.

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Leaked Photos Show a Disappointing Look at the Next Version of Android

Four leaked photos of Ice Cream Sandwich running on a Nexus S have left some tech bloggers scratching their heads. The next version of Android is supposed to be a complete overhaul of the system, and the OS that's supposed to power the next-generation of iPhone Killers, but it looks a little underwhelming. However, I wouldn't judge it based on a bunch of watermarked and blacked out photos. So don't throw your Android device off a cliff yet.

RootzWiki has learned that ICS will feature a camera app with panorama mode, Google search bar, and rethemed Gmail. It looks like older devices may be able to handle the new OS since it will feature mostly UI changes. Check out a list of some of the features and more photos below.

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2011 NFL Fantasy Football App For Android [Free Apps]

The official NFL 2011 fantasy football app for Android is officially available for download in the Android market. It comes with everything you need to compete in your FF league: Up-to-the minute player news, live scores and stats, player transactions and so on.

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Facebook Launches Mobile Messenger For Android Devices

Facebook launched a separate mobile messaging app for Android and the iPhone on Tuesday.

The new app is an extension of Facebook messaging that allows users to contact people on their friends list or in their phone contacts. Mobile Messenger keeps track of all e-mails, Facebook messages, text, and chats so you can access your entire conversation on your mobile device or on your computer. The new app also allows you to list your location, start group conversations and attach photos to messages.

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Android App Remote Controls Canon DSLR Cameras

Developer chainfire is no stranger to the Android app scene. His latest and greatest creation is a beta application named DSLR Controller. Just as the title says, this app remote controls Canon digital SLR cameras from a variety of Android devices.

The price will go up after the beta period is completed, but for now the app can be purchased for €6.00 (around $8.51 US). As of the current release (version 0.51) the software requires Android 2.3.3 or later and only works with specific Android hardware and Canon cameras. The video above shows a demo with a live stream directly from the Canon camera and a complete suite of controls on a Samsung Galaxy S2.

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HTC Inspire 4G Gingerbread Update [Changelog]

AT&T promised HTC Inspire 4G owners an Android 2.3 Gingerbread update in August, and today they delivered by rolling out over the air updates to certain devices. You can wait to be notified about the update, or you can check for it by going to: Home>Menu>Settings>AT&T Software Update >HTC Wi-Fi software update >Check now.

Impatient Inspire owners can just download the system update by following the link below.

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