LG Prepping C710 “Aloha” Superphone
As companies like HTC and Samsung continue to push Android forward with high-end device like the EVO 4G and Samsung Galaxy S, other handset makers are reacting with their own super phones. LG appears to be waking up to Android’s potential and finally getting to work on their own powerhouse. This comes as welcome news as the Eve and Swift aren’t exactly knocking socks off around the world. It’s being reported on tweakers.net that the South Korean manufacturer is prepping a C710 Aloha phone with a physical QWERTY. Other specs peg the phone with an 800×480 resolution screen, Android 2.1, GPRS, UMTS, HSDPA and HSUPA connectivity, and support for 802.11n WiFi. Be sure to check back as we’ll pass any future details along as we can get them. Might We Suggest… Ailing Sprint Needs Android Now More Than Ever The third largest carrier in the US is hurting. Bad. They’re watching customers jump ship left and right and they are almost unable to do anything about it. Even their Simply Everything plan can…
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150,000+ Incredibles In Warehouse, Ready for April Launch?
CTIA came and went without any Android-related Verizon news. After watching Sprint and a few others walk away with all the green robot glory, we’re waiting for Big Red to drop something on us. According to an AndroidForums thread , we could be seeing something in the next few weeks. Allegedly, the screen your looking at is from an inventory system that shows 156,709 units “On Order”. It’s said that this status indicates they’re in a warehouse, ready to go. You tell us – Is Verizon gonna drop the Incredible on us any time soon? Might We Suggest… DailyTech: “HTC Incredible Arriving in 2 Weeks” According to tech blog DailyTech, Verizon’s is ready to ratchet up their Android game with the launch HTC Incredible just days from now. With CTIA next week, it’s being speculated that the nation’s l…
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2.1 Arrives on Select Droids Today, Full Rollout Starts This Week
According to Engadget, the long awaited Android 2.1 rollout has commenced for Droid owners. Start earlier today, 1,000 started receiving the notification that an update is available for their phone. By the time many of you head to bed, another 9,000 will see this message as well. After skipping Wednesday, the rollout will hit full steam and find its way to 200,000 users a day until everyone is blanketed. We just received a picture (Thanks Kellex!) of a Droid showing 2.1 which appears to be pretty legit. Starting 03/30/2010, Verizon Wireless is pleased to announce a new software update for the DROID by Motorola. Users will be able to upgrade their software to version AP: ESE81/BP: C_01.3E.03P to receive new improvements and enhancements. – excerpt from email Might We Suggest… Developers Waste Little Time Porting Android 2.1 to Droid In a move that comes as little surprise, some crafty developers have managed to extract Android 2.1 from a Nexus One handset to port it to the Motorola Droid. Does it work? Yes and no. According to…
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2.1 Arrives on Select Droids Today, Full Rollout Starts This Week
AT&T Planning to Lock Down all Android Handsets?
As CTIA was kicking off last week, AT&T and Dell unveiled the forthcoming Aero handset . The sleek touch-only device which features a 3.5-inch screen and 5 megapixel camera may have something in common with AT&T’s other Android phone, the Motorola Backflip. According to PhoneNews.com, the Dell Aero will not allow for installation of applications that do not come from the Android Market. We hope this isn’t a growing trend for the nation’s second largest provider. Sadly, this doesn’t have the feel of “coincidence” to us. For whatever reasons, AT&T doesn’t appear to like one of the fundamental benefits of Android – choice. Thankfully, there’s still a Nexus One that can be had with the full Google experience. How many of you were considering picking up an Android phone from AT&T only to rethink your decision? Might We Suggest… Dell Aero – Android Never Looked So Good Besides the status bar, you wouldn’t know this was Android. This in my opinion could be the best looking Android UI we have seen since HTC Sense. The phone I talk about is soon to be released by AT&am…
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Kyocera Zio M6000 Likely Headed to Sprint
Handset maker Kyocera was in Las Vegas last week to show off their new Android-based Zio M6000. Touted as a mass-market device for first-time smart phone buyers, it’s rumored to land on Sprint at around $99 with a contract. This marks the first smart phone from Kyocera in over five years and comes roughly two years after merging business with Sanyo. As many of you might already know, Sanyo handsets were a longtime staple in the Sprint lineup. The Zio M6000 features Android 1.6, a 3.5-inch touch display, a 3.2-megapixel camera, microSD slot, WiFi, and a host of other specs increasingly common in Android phones. Kyocera plans to have the handset on a nationwide US carrier by the 3rd quarter of 2010 and expects to have Android 2.1 as well. By that point, Android enthusiasts will likely scoff at the phone, but that’s fine with Kyocera. They are not going after the early adopters and tech junkies. The plan is to appeal to those who have never owned a smart phone and/or have a tight budget. I spent some time playing with the phone at CTIA and found it to be rather unremarkable. The ho-hum specs and form factor did little to excite me. That’s not to say, however, that it wouldn’t have broad appeal with the right price point and rate plan. At $99, the Zio M6000 could have a very difficult time contending with the likes of HTC, Samsung, and Motorola. Considering the potential competition in the second half of the year, I’d like to see this in the $0-$50 price range when it arrives. Might We Suggest… Kyocera Zio M6000 Smartphone Following the saying “The more the merrier,” I am pleased to announce that Kyocera revealed the launch of a new Kyocera (and Sanyo) branded Android device at CTIA 2010 today. The Kyocera Zio M6000 wil…
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CTIA First Impressions: HTC EVO
HTC Evo next to the Cliq XT I had a chance to sit down yesterday and spend a few minutes playing with the latest handset from HTC. Previously touted as the Supersonic, the phone had rather lofty expectations to live up to. Would it deliver? Like you need to ask. Right off the bat, my first impression was that the phone had a substantial weight to it. Although not too heavy, it feels like you have a quality phone in your hand. I was told that the form factor we played with is not final nor was the OS build. I can’t imagine it changing too much as we looked as some accessories that appeared like finished designs as well. The dock you see in the pictures will have HDMI output. We watched a few movie trailers play in HD on both the EVO as well as on an 85-inch television via HDMI connection. Stunning. At 4.3-inches, I could easily see myself catching up on some television shows or movies. We couldn’t test out the camera due to the lighting conditions but did sneak a peek at some pictures that were already on the phone. At 8 megapixels, this handset features the best Android camera on the market (next to the Xperia X10). Pairing up 4G with a front-facing camera just opens up the door to all kinds of possibilities. I can’t wait to see what developers can do with this technology and how it advances Android. Dock with HDMI output The EVO works as a 4G hotspot for up to 8 handsets which just baffles the mind. It’s hard to fathom replacing my home internet connection but that’s exactly what might happen. Might We Suggest… Android and 4G T-Mobile‘s new 3G network will show off some of Android’s most compelling applications and capabilities. Wait until we see 4G from Sprint and others can do for the platform!…
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CTIA First Impressions: HTC EVO
HTC EVO 4G (a.k.a. Supersonic) on Sprint
It’s here! The “Supersonic” that has been running through the rumor mill has officially been announced by Sprint as the HTC EVO 4G. It has everything they said it would have, and more. WiMax 480 x 800 4.3″ TFT Screen 1Ghz Snapdragon processor 1GB of Built in memory and 512 RAM 8 megapixel camera with flash 1.3 megapixel front facing camera Video capable of 720p Sense UI Android 2.1 HDMI out The list goes on. It is even rumored that the EVO will have the capability to run voice and data at the same time, like GSM networks. Sprint says that feature is still in the testing. The official place for EVO action is on Sprint’s website . There are a couple videos and a great picture gallery in Engadget’s write up . My pockets are drooling over this one. I picked up the Hero when it came out, but have been anxiously awaiting something faster and even more sexy. This is it. I will be very tempted to pick this up when it comes out this summer. No specific dates or prices have been announced so far. [Via Engadget ] Might We Suggest… Is the HTC Supersonic the Subject of Sprint’s “Groundbreaking” Announcement? Rumors have been swirling that Sprint would be announcing the WiMax-powered HTC Supersonic at CTIA this week, and it looks like another sign is pointing in that direction. Sprint Premier customers rep…
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CTIA First Impressions: Samsung Galaxy S
Just left the keynote from Samung and spent a few minutes playing with the Galaxy S. First off, words cannot describe just how sharp and bright the screen is. SuperAMOLED really is that – SUPER. The 4-inch screen is the most crisp image I have ever seen on a handset. We watched a few minutes of video on the Galaxy S and can say that it’s superior to pretty much anything I’ve seen so far. Even as big as this phone is, I couldn’t believe how light it was. It literally felt like half of a phone in my hands. Angel was pleased at how nice it was in her tiny, gal hands . In terms of softare, the phone comes with Layar, TeleAtlas, Swype, a document editor, e-book reader, and more. See below for a full list of confirmed hardware specs , thanks to the press release. Network 2.5G (GSM/ GPRS/ EDGE) : 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz 3G (HSDPA 7.2Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps) : 900 / 1900 / 2100 MHz OS Android 2.1 Display 4.0” WVGA SUPER AMOLED (800×480) with mDNIe Camera 5.0 mega-pixel Camera + VGA Video Telephony Camera, Auto Focus, Self shot, Action shot, Add me, Stop motion, Cartoon shot, Smile shot, Panorama shot Video HD(720p@30fps) video playing & recording Codec: mpeg4, H.264, H.263, H263Sorenson, DivX HD/ XviD, VC-1 Format: 3gp (mp4), WMV (asf), AVI (divx), MKV, FLV Audio MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, WMA, OGG, AMR-NB, WAV, MID, AC3, IMY, FLAC, XMF Value-added Features Integrated Messaging ‘Social Hub’ Android Market for more applications and contents A-GPS Augmented Reality with Layar Reality Browser 1 GHz Application Processor SMS/ MMS/ Email/ Video Messaging/ Exchange ActiveSync Sensor: Accelerometer, Digital compass, Proximity, Light Offline & No SIM Mode, Voice Command, RSS Reader, Mobile Widgets, Smart Security Connectivity Bluetooth technology v 3.0 USB v2.0 (High-Speed) Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n Memory 16GB / 8GB, external memory slot (upto 32GB) Size 64.2 x 122.4 x 9.9mm, 118g Battery 1500 mAh We should expect this to arrive later this summer. Nobody we met was able to share expected prices or carriers. We’re off to hit the floor and try some prying. Be sure to follow us on twitter to get the latest pictures from the show floor! Might We Suggest… Samsung shows off Galaxy S Android smartphone At CTIA Wireless, Samsung has unveiled its latest creation–the Galaxy S smarphone. The Galaxy S is expected to usher in a new era of mobile phones for the Korean based company. All future smartphones…
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Samsung shows off Galaxy S Android smartphone
At CTIA Wireless, Samsung has unveiled its latest creation–the Galaxy S smarphone. The Galaxy S is expected to usher in a new era of mobile phones for the Korean based company. All future smartphones will use Super AMOLED displays with Samsung’s new 1 GHz processors. From the PR shots, the phone seems to have a front facing camera (see below). I guess we’ll know the rest of the juicy details soon enough. We do know that the new screen will be 20% brighter, 80% less reflective, and allow 20% better battery life. UPDATE: Yup, it looks like there is a “VGA Telephony Camera” according to BusinessWire . Can’t wait to see how they implement it. Will it use Skype, or some other unknown service that Samsung has been working on? Known specs: Android 2.1 OS with Samsung UI Quadband GSM and triband (900/1900/2100) UMTS/HSPA 4″ Super AMOLED display – 800 x 480 1 GHz Samsung processor 5 MP autofocus camera + VGA video telephony camera A-GPS Bluetooth 3.0 USB 2.0 Wireless 802.11 b/g/n 8 GB or 16 GB on-board storage MicroSD card slot – up to 32 GB 1500 mAh battery Size – 64.2 x 122.4 x 9.9mm, 118g 3D graphics – DivX and XviD support Content Ecosystem - access to movies, TV shows, videos, books, and more Samsung Social Hub - always-on social networking connectivity Native GPS with 3D Maps Swype keyboard ThinkFree – apps to view and edit Microsoft Office 2007 documents Story developing… Might We Suggest… The Future of MotoBLUR, Sense and TouchWiz Android is on the verge of earning the moniker “the future of the mobile operating system.” Although it is still in its infancy, the Android platform currently operates on nine handsets in the U.S. Fi…
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Android 2.1 update for Motorola Milestone available in Hong Kong
Motorola has started to roll-out the Android 2.1 update for the Milestone. They have posted this shot on their Facebook page with the following message: So the Hong Kong version is available, but as ever we would recommend you waiting your specific country/operator version update of Milestone for best results. Whilst we cannot provide the specific dates of each of these, hopefully this initial release demonstrates that Milestone 2.1 upgrade is a reality and the updates are starting to roll….please be patient, we think the update will be enjoyed by many…. That’s a great news for Milestone’s users who have been waiting for an update to come for months. Very soon, they all will be able to enjoy all the good things 2.1 has to offer. Might We Suggest… The Great Debate: Motorola Droid or Nexus One? Okay, so I have been sitting on the sidelines hearing about all the buzz to the lead up to the T-Mobile banded Nexus One and now it looks as if those of us on AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon will get a …
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