Archive for the ‘Updates’ Category

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Android 4.2 Announced

Don’t get crazy! It’s just the next version of the current Jelly Bean operating system. Nonetheless, there are some quite amazing features listed! Click through for more…

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JiaYu G3 Could Cost As Little As $150!

Not to long ago we ran a story on the JiaYu G3, now it seems that the Chinese phone could be fetching a mere $150 (899Yuan).  A dual-core device for under 200 bones is a damn nice offer, it’s unsure if that price will stick or not.  Officially the phone will still boast 1Ghz dual-core MTK [...]

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Verizon offers hidden 20GB shared data plan for $150

This is a nice little tid bit of information, thanks to a friend of our for showing this to us!  With Big Red they have up to 10GB shared data for $100….so we thought.  Now it seems that they actually do have a larger data plan for an additional $50.  The need for 20GB alludes [...]

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Verizon Now Allowing Any Smartphone on $80 Prepaid Plan Except iPhones and LTE Devices

VZW is now allowing non-iPhone and non-LTE phones on it’s $80 prepaid plan.  Previously this was limited to the Samsung Illusion.  The plan includes unlimited voice and messaging and 1 GB of data.  BlackBerrys on the $80 plan get access to BlackBerry Internet Service (BIS), which is required by BlackBerry Messenger, BlackBerry push Email and some BlackBerry apps, [...]

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Google drops Nexus Q media-sharing device

The Nexus Q, which was supposed to be a big hit at Google I/O, is being  indefinitely delayed.  The device is a spherical shaped media sharing unit that was said to need more work according to the New York Times. Google wrote that it was responding to “initial feedback from users that they want Nexus Q [...]

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[LEAK] HTC Rezound Receives OTA ICS Update

When I was recently looking for my next device, I had my heart set on either the GNex or the Rezound. The only reason for me not buying the Rezound was the lack of software updates. Well, Verizon seems to still be promoting the Beats Audio outfitted device with an upcoming ICS update! I know [...]

AT&T Drops the Price of the One X to $99 on a 2 Year Agreement

It was reported earlier last week that Radio Shack was dropping the price of the One X.  Now AT&T has followed suit and is offering the One X  for $99 on a 2 year agreement.  Of course if you prefer not to be locked in a contract but still want one of the hottest phones [...]

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Rumored MetroPCS release dates

MetroPCS has never been known for transparency or letting the general public know what’s going on with their phones.  Fortunately we have people who are willing to give out information.  This info was found on Androidforums by Ære.  Now keep in mind that these dates are “target” and most likely will be changed or pushed.  Hit the [...]

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[UPDATE] Nexus Q App Updated to Include Gingerbread Compatibility

If you have received your Nexus Q, the newest social media streaming orb, you know what the possibilities are.  Today, the Nexus Q app got a small update with some big improvements. Always a good ratio.

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Fido Nexus S getting OTA Jelly Bean Android 4.1 update

Jelly Bean…Android 4.1….the newest Android OS is now being rolled out for Fido.  Word from Android Bugle is that the Nexus S owner got the update.  If you haven’t received the notification about the update you can try to force the issue by doing the following steps: Go to ‘Settings’ > ‘Apps’ and select the [...]