At this point we’re well-informed with Apple’s want to aggressively use patent laws to hit Android handsets where it counts, their shelf space. While Samsung and HTC have taken the brunt of the Apple offensive, Google is ready to step in according to the Korea Times. The paper reports that Google and Samsung have a “game-plan” against Apple that will likely lead to … [read full article]
We know that wireless carriers have policies and rules that make us upset, even when we are 110% sure we aren’t at fault, wireless carriers remain stubborn and refuse to help out. Still, none of that is grounds for destroying a retail store and yet that’s exactly what this UK person does for an unknown reason. I’m betting he got a look at his first bill and lost it. However, if this was an AT&T store, I … [read full article]
In an obvious and expected move, Samsung has filed an appeal against the preliminary ban granted on the Galaxy Nexus. The injunction, which was granted to Apple last week temporarily prohibits Google from selling the Galaxy Nexus inside the US. Samsung’s appeal argues that the ban is “inconsistent with the Federal Circuit’s directive that … [read full article]
Let’s just get this right out-of-the-way and say that a device never officially announced can’t actually be “delayed.” However, we were feeling pretty confident on the possibility of a July 11th release date, especially post-leaked press images which were graced with the July 11th date. Unfortunately, we’re just being shown these new documents from a brand new Frontline Planner … [read full article]
This just isn’t Samsung’s week, as a new preliminary injunction against the Galaxy Nexus follows on the heels of Apple winning a similar injunction against the Galaxy Tab 10.1. Samsung will undoubtedly work fast to file an appeal against the granted injunction, which focuses on Android 4.0’s slide-to-unlock feature. Unlike the Galaxy Tab 10.1 however, the Galaxy Nexus is still a wildly popular device in the US … [read full article]
Following on HTC’s own comments yesterday surrounding future Jelly Bean updates, Samsung has released their own short statement to the folks at PocketNow: Samsung will soon announce which additional devices are eligible for the Jelly Bean update. As the world’s largest smartphone manufacturer, Samsung leads the Android community with best-in-class devices like the Galaxy S III, and is creating new device categories with products like the Galaxy Note. Samsung has delivered the most Nexus-branded lead OS … [read full article]
Having taken in all that Google had to offer through two days worth of keynotes, I’m left with one standout thought, stock Nexus devices are the only way to go these days. That’s not to say that Sense or TouchWiz aren’t good, on the contrary, but if there are any concerns over future updates, stock Android and Nexus is the only way to play. … [read full article]
With month having passed since Adobe confirmed they would ending support for Flash Player on mobile devices, comes the official word that Adobe will not support Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. Adobe has said that Android 4.1 won’t get support or certified for Flash, though they aren’t going as far as to say it won’t run altogether. Adding insult to Flash injury, Adobe will stop allowing installations of Flash from Google Play as of August 15th, although … [read full article]
Did you know that two in five Americans have had their smartphones lost, stolen or damaged? Neither did I, but thanks to T-Mobile’s most recent press release I do now as they announce Monthly4G Handset Protection. Fun fact: 59% of Americans say they will reach into a toilet bowl to pick up a dropped smartphone? I know I’m a part of that, I’ve done it before and I’d do it again. It’s also why I always … [read full article]
It’s about that time, the time during which we start buzzing about the when, where and how Android manufacturers and carriers will deliver the newest Android update to our devices. We’re still waiting for word from just about everyone in the biz, but HTC is stepping out first with a brief statement on future updates: “We are excited about Android Jelly Bean and are planning … [read full article]
What else can we truly know about Jelly Bean as we read all about it? We just want to see it and Project Butter in action and thanks to Aaron Baker and this seven and a half-minute video, we’re seeing exactly that. There is no question it’s smoother than Ice Cream Sandwich, absolutely no question at all. The video is definitely worth checking out … [read full article]
While T-Mobile and Verizon are cutting deals over spectrum, T-Mobile’s still taking shots at their competition. Verizon’s new Share Everything plans launch this week and they’re a big shift away from the traditional style of pay-per-line rate plans we’ve seen in the industry thus far. Verizon’s new plans have no doubt created a lot of discussion across the web, the majority of it viewing Verizon’s new … [read full article]
