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Amazon Wireless Drops the Price of the DROID DNA to $99 With new 2-Year Contract
January 17, 2013 | Vincent MessinaIf you were thinking about picking up the HTC DROID DNA on Verizon, you might want to consider purchasing it via Amazon Wireless. The company known for its deals has once again managed to shame Verizon’s prices by offering the DROID DNA for a mere $99. Read More
Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 to Debut at Mobile World Congress 2013
January 17, 2013 | Vincent MessinaThe guys over at SamMobile have uncovered information on an upcoming Note device referred to as GT-N5100. It appears the GT-N5100 will be the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 and is expected to debut at this year’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Read More
The Race to a Billion: Android Predicted to Reach 1 Billion Users well Before iOS
January 17, 2013 | Vincent MessinaWith 2013 in full swing, Horace Dediu of Aysmco takes another look at which platforms are leading the pack in the race to a billion. While Horace includes a plethora of platforms, we’ll take a close look at the two we’re most concerned about: Android and iOS. Read More
The Android Show on #Android – Episode #45
January 16, 2013 | Vincent MessinaRe-watch episode #45 of The Android Show with your host Scotty Brown and myself. Watch us talk about T-Mobile, Sprint, Nexus devices, Sony and more. We’re live every Wednesday so be sure to tune in 9/6 PM (EST/PST) to hear our thoughts about what’s going on in the world of Android.
Oh yea… we like to give stuff away too.
HSPA+ Nexus 7 With T-Mobile SIM now Available in the Google Play Store
January 16, 2013 | Vincent MessinaIf you’ve been itching to pick up a HSPA+ Nexus 7 but wish it were available for T-Mobile, then you’re in luck! If you head into the Play Store today, you’ll find a new Nexus 7 model available: HSPA+ Unlocked with T-Mobile SIM. Read More
Sprint Promises LTE in an Additional 28 Cities
January 16, 2013 | Vincent MessinaSprint might not have the kind of 4G LTE coverage that Verizon or AT&T has, but at least they have one, and at least they’re working hard to expand it. In fact, Sprint has announced an additional 28 cities slated to receive 4G LTE within the “coming months.” Read More
Android 101: How To Use Voice Actions
January 16, 2013 | Vincent MessinaAndroid has many features, some that are obvious, some that are a bit hidden. One of those semi-hidden features is Voice Actions. Most Android users realize they can search for something by pressing the microphone icon and speaking into their device, but many don’t realize Voice Actions go way beyond simple search. Read More
Jelly Bean Update now Being Pushed out OTA to AT&T Samsung Galaxy S III Owners
January 16, 2013 | Vincent MessinaWhile Jelly Bean for the Samsung Galaxy S III on AT&T has been available for over a month now, it’s only been available via Samsung’s Kies software — which may or may not have been a big deal for you. However, if you’re the patient kind and prefer getting your updates OTA (Over The Air), it’s time to fire up your Galaxy S III and become a member of the Jelly Bean club. Read More
LG Sets Goals low, Aims to sell 75 Million Handsets in 2013
January 16, 2013 | Vincent MessinaIt would appear LG isn’t too confident in their attempt at a mobile phone comeback as they’ve set their 2013 goal a bit low in comparison to other major players. LG will be happy if they can sell 75 million handsets in 2013, and of that 75 million, they’re only shooting for a goal of 45 million smartphones. Read More