Wednesday, 29 February 2012

Twitter Brings Advertising to Mobile

Twitter is bringing more of its Promoted Products to its apps for Android, iPhone and the mobile web.

The short-messaging service announced Tuesday that it has updated its iPhone and Android apps to display Promoted Accounts.
Promoted Tweets in the timeline (pictured) will be introduced “in the coming weeks,” Twitter said in a blog post. Some of those Promoted Tweets may appear at the top of users’ timelines from brand they already follow, the company added by way of warning.

Twitter was careful to note that as users scroll down their timelines, Promoted Tweets will flow with them. Users complained loudly when Twitter rolled out the “Quick Bar” — more commonly referred to as the “dickbar” — last March. The bar hovered at the top of screens as users scrolled, prominently displaying a rotating list of trends, including those paid for by sponsors. The Quick Bar was removed within a month of its release. The new version of Promoted Tweets for mobile appears to be Twitter’s more user-friendly compromise.

Advertising accounts for the bulk of Twitter’s revenues. The company generated $139.5 million in ad sales in 2011, according to estimates from eMarketer. Ad revenues are expected to grow 86.3% to $259.9 million this year.

Tuesday, 28 February 2012

Huawei first 10-inch quad-core tablet MediaPad 10 FHD

No question about it this is coming to South Africa, Huawei, the Chinese handset maker, has announced a 10 inch tablet powered by a quad core processor, at the Mobile World Congress 2012. Huawei MediaPad 10 FHD, has a Huawei 1.5 GHz quad core processor, Google Android 4.0 OS and a 10 inch IPS high definition display screen.

Richard Yu, chairman of Huawei Device. "We have created the Huawei MediaPad 10 FHD to excel in all of the entertainment capabilities including speed, power, web browsing, high definition display and audio, and we have packaged it all in a compact and portable body."

The tablet runs a Huawei proprietary 1.5 GHz K3 quad core processor with embedded graphics processor. This Huawei processor is also making its debut with this tablet.

Huawei MediaPad 10 FHD enables high speed wireless access of up to 84 Mbps HSPA+, while at the same time supporting a number of network standards including LTE.
Huawei MediaPad 10 FHD will be available globally April this year.

Samsung To Kill Text Massages With ChatON Messaging Client

Samsung is quietly killing text messages. The company’s cross-platform messaging app launched last October on the Android Market and then came to the App Store in January. But Samsung is looking to replace text messaging on more than just Android and iOS devices. It wants to kill text messages dead and just released a web version of the messaging client that should work on most feature phones and computers.

This wide-scale launch has been in the pipeline the whole time. Samsung made it very clear when it announced ChatON that it will be a cross-platform service. Now, with the web app, the crusade is seemingly complete. ChatON users can easily communicate using either their platform’s app or just a web browser. Accounts are linked, so no matter what device you’re rocking, you’ll be available. See ya later, text messages!

ChatON supports a variety of features. On feature phones, the service allows for text, images, calendar appointment and contact sharing. But on smartphones, users have a few extra options, such as the ability to comment on each other’s profiles, send multimedia messages that combine text and audio, and view their own “Interaction Rank,” which displays how active they are on the ChatOn network.

The new web-based app allows users to group chat, have 1:1 conversations, and supports attachments, emoticons and more.

Carriers are reportedly losing major revenue from services like ChatON that use a data connection rather than traditional messaging rates. Plus, while text messages are essentially locked into a 2003-ish feature set, apps like Samsung’s ChatOn and Apple’s Messages are free to roll out innovative features to users anytime. I say good riddance. Death to SMS and it’s crazy cost

Source: Techcrunch

Something to talk about, something to have, something beautiful!

I was browsing Android Market i came across this beautiful Nova Launcher Free and Prime cost only ZAR30.40, pity is available for Android ICS 4.0 and up. I know most of South Africans are still running Gingerbread version 2.3.3, if you want your Smart phone updated to the latest version of Gingerbread, keep on reading our articles, we are here to help you experience smart phones without limits.
What to expect on this version of Nova Launcher Prime.


Features include:
Custom Grid
Configure the rows and columns to fit all your app and widget needs.

Scrollable Dock
Keep all your favorite apps on the dock, with up to 7 icons per page and up to 3 pages.

Scroll Effects
Enjoy eye candy when scrolling your desktop and drawer. Effects include Cube and Cardstack and more for Prime users.

Infinite Scroll
Never be far from your favorite page, loop through your desktop continuously.

Folder Icons
You can chose a background, preview style or even replace the whole icon.

Backup/Restore
Export your settings and layout before a wipe to quickly get back up and running.

Nova Launcher Prime Features (Paid version)

Gestures
Quickly start Nova Actions or Apps from gestures on the desktop, such as pinching, swiping or two-finger swiping.

Hide Apps
Keep a clutter free drawer by hidding never used apps.

Dock Swipes
Get more use out of your dock apps by setting swipe-actions

Amazing stuff right here!!!

Get it here for free Android Market

Monday, 27 February 2012

MWC: 1.5GHz, 4.8-inch 1080p Display, The Samsung Galaxy S III?

Samsung Galaxy S III is said to be a quad-core Samsung Exynos CPU running at 1.5GHz. It will power a 4.8-inch 16×9 display that’s reportedly a Blu-ray display -- not sure if this is real, will find out.
 A 2MP resides in the front bezel while an 8MP is embedded around back. BGR doesn’t state the target carrier(s) but the phone will rock a 4G LTE radio. An unconfirmed rendering is pictured up top.

The case is reportedly made out of ceramic, which in a world of plastic and aluminum, is a fun change of pace. Ceramic feels great to the touch, can be very durable and since it’s comprised of mostly baked mud, it’s better for the environment. Plus, with ceramic, Apple can’t claim Samsung copied any of its products.I give it 9/10 rating. what do you think?

MWC: The GNote 10.1 takes things a big further by throwing in a more traditional desktop experience.

Galaxy Note 10.1 with some useful apps, including Adobe Photoshop Touch and Adobe Ideas, plus the usual suite of Android and Samsung apps, as well as the note-taking apps that let you make full use of the included S Pen.

Spec-wise, the Galaxy Note 10.1 is running on a 1.4 GHz dual-core processor and 1GB of RAM, has an 800x1280 resolution and options for 16GB, 32GB or 64GB of storage space. It runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and is powered by a 7,000 mAh battery. stay tuned more to come.

The only official Microsoft mobile app for Hotmail is updated and now support ICS.

It seems to be working good on galaxy S , just give it a try, here at Androidcentric we love it so far, some interesting

Key features include:

  • With push email get messages on your phone without delay
  • Synced calendar and contacts
  • View your folders in Hotmail, including sub folders
  • Send pictures from your phone using Hotmail
  • Supports multiple Hotmail accounts
  • Send, receive and view attachments
Android versions supported: 2.1 - 2.3.3 and 4.0

Donwload it from android market: Hotmail app

Sunday, 26 February 2012

Canonical Announces Ubuntu for Android

Canonical’s Ubuntu TV, unveiled earlier this year, was the first in a series of announcements about “Ubuntu on devices”. The next device in Canonical’s multi-screen strategy for world domination is being unveiled next week at Mobile World Congress 2012, and it’s an Android-powered smartphone. It’s not entirely what you might think, though.
This is not an Ubuntu app running atop Android. Nor is it an all-Ubuntu device running an Android emulator. Rather, Ubuntu for Android it the full Ubuntu desktop running side-by-side with Android on a shared kernel that provides context appropriate access to all your content. When out and about, the phone operates as any other Android-powered phone; but when you slip the device into a dock connected to a monitor, keyboard and mouse you get the familiar Ubuntu desktop experience.
I admit that I think this is pretty novel. It’s not an Asus Transformer trying to play both sides of the smartphone / laptop experience with a single OS. Instead, it’s something completely new that’s trying to leverage the right interface and experience for the right context. It’s a phone in most senses, but only activates the Ubuntu desktop when connected to peripherals that benefit from them.
What’s this good for? I asked Jane Silber, Canonical’s CEO, that question. The most immediate use case is enterprise users: people who carry a smartphone and a laptop. Ubuntu for Android would allow many mobile professionals to reduce to a single device. Average users would benefit from this convergence, too. According to Silber this allows “the right experience on the right form factor.”
What are the benefits of this Android/Ubuntu hybrid? Data consolidation, for one. You don’t need to duplicate your address book, or even synchronize it: whether you’re looking for a number to call from the Android phone app, or looking for an email from the Ubuntu email app, both programs are interrogating the same single address book. The same holds true for documents, media, and any other content stored on the device.
Another neat trick: if you connect your Ubuntu for Android device to a television via HDMI you don’t get the Ubuntu desktop: you get the Ubuntu TV interface. You can browse media on your phone or access online content as you would with any Ubuntu TV appliance.
Ultimately, says Silber, this hybrid approach reduces the mental “context shifts” required by using multiple independent devices. When your Ubuntu for Android device is docked and you’re composing emails, you can still send and receive texts and phone calls — and, indeed, access and launch all the Android apps on your phone — meaning that you don’t need to move away from your laptop to pick up and use your phone. You simply mouse over to the incoming call indicator and select the action you desire: take the call, hang up, whatever. Efficiency, for the win!
When I asked Silber how long it would be until they kick Android to the curb and release an all-Ubuntu phone, she simply said “We’re not going to be announcing that at MWC 2012.”
As with the Ubuntu TV, Canonical won’t be unveiling a completed product ready for purchase next week. They’re showcasing the technology they’ve developed and are looking for hardware partners.

Samsung Galaxy Beam official, with Gingerbread and 15 lumen pico projector

Samsung is putting out press releases this evening, and to start with we have the all new Galaxy Beam. The Beam runs Gingerbread on a dual-core 1GHz CPU, a 4-inch WVGA screen, 8GB internal storage and a 15 lumen pico projector that will crank out an HD image up to 50-inches wide. It's worth noting the official product specifications list the Beam as having 6GB of RAM, but we're sure that's simply a typo. We'll verify with Samsung while we're talking to them in Barcelona. Hit the jump for the press release.


Source: Samsung

Samsung’s projector smartphone offers unforgettable shared experience for playing multimedia content anytime, anywhere

Barcelona – February 26, 2012 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today introduced Samsung GALAXY Beam, the projector smartphone that allows users to display and share multimedia content anywhere on a large luminous projector screen.

GALAXY Beam lets users spontaneously share photos, videos or other digital media with family or friends by beaming content stored on the device directly onto walls, ceilings or improvised flat surfaces, so that everyone can share the fun without the need to huddle around smartphone or pad-sized screens. GALAXY Beam’s ultra-bright 15 lumens projector allows users to freely share life’s memorable moments instantly and in crisp clarity, even in outdoor environments.

“GALAXY Beam provides mobile freedom, enabling a unique shared experience around digital content for everyone—anywhere and instantly—from a smartphone as slim and portable as any on the market,” said JK Shin, President of IT & Mobile Communications Division at Samsung Electronics.

“GALAXY Beam is a device borne out of Samsung’s insight and innovation, demonstrating Samsung’s commitment to providing extraordinary experiences for consumers with products that let them express and fulfill themselves.”

Video clips, maps, business information, games - a whole range of multimedia content can be beamed instantly by GALAXY Beam on a crisp, high-definition projection up to 50’’ wide. The device features a projector-dedicated application which makes it easy to select content and activate projection in a few simple steps.

Add a dose of ambience or entertainment to a friends’ gathering by transforming any household room or outdoor deck into an instant mini home-theater, projecting full-screen video clips on a ceiling or wall for common sharing, at the touch of a button. Or capture your favorite holiday moments using the GALAXY Beam’s 5MP camera, then display a full photo slideshow to family members on a dining room wall while playing accompanying music straight from the device, so that everyone shares the experience.

For young users who depend on constant, immediate socializing of digital content and entertainment, GALAXY Beam introduces a new way of sharing. It becomes much more than a phone—a handy digital tool, deployable anywhere, which can add visual entertainment to a simple street gathering, set the mood for a small party, or simply turn life’s moments into something personally and immediately sharable. With GALAXY Beam, a birthday or anniversary party can be enlivened in seconds by sharing YouTube or Hulu music videos straight onto a ceiling or door. Likewise, students can collectively share videos or study-work in any dormitory room or student lounge, turning group study into a whole new interactive experience right from a desk table or from the palm of their hands. GALAXY Beam is also ideal for action-packed interactive gaming: Users can upload their own games or choose from over 1,000 games available via Game Hub, Samsung’s dedicated virtual gaming store, then project games to co-players or observers to turn gaming into an unbeatably interactive, shared experience. Additionally, GALAXY Beam is convenient tool for mid-sized business workers. An estate agent can beam images of candidate properties to customers as they tour them; or an architect can display draft concepts or designs to co-workers on the spot at a building site or public location.

Despite featuring a full built-in projector, the GALAXY Beam does not compromise on style or portability, measuring just 12.5mm thick and featuring an elegant, ergonomic design. It runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread which is powered by an impressive 1.0GHz dual-core processor, ensuring great versatility and a highly responsive user interface. An impressive 8GB of internal memory allows ample multimedia storage without compromises, and a powerful 2000 mAh battery ensures greater display power and content freedom.  

The GALAXY Beam is exhibited at Samsung stand (Hall 8), Mobile World Congress 2012. For multimedia content and more detailed information,  please visit www.samsungmobilepress.com.

Samsung announces Ice Cream Sandwich powered Galaxy Tab 2 in a 10.1 version

Samsung has announced the Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1) this evening, to go along with it's 7-inch sibling. 

The Tab 2 (10.1) has a 1280x800 display, a dual-core 1GHz CPU, 1GB of RAM and runs Ice Cream Sandwich. Unlike it's predecessor, it also comes with a slot for an external SDcard. Coming in both 16GB and 32GB versions, in both a wifi and HSPA+ 21 configuration. 
TouchWiz is also on board, as is a healthy 7,000mAh battery. No word on pricing, but Samsung says this one will go on sale this March in the UK.

Source: Samsung

Samsung's new GALAXY Tab 2 series offers optimal multimedia experiences in life 

Samsung introduces its first line-up of tablets for 2012 with the launch of the GALAXY Tab 2 series, expanding the choice of tablets to customers. The GALAXY Tab 2 series includes a 7" version and a 10.1" version. Starting from UK, the GALAXY Tab 2 series will be launched in global market from March.

The GALAXY Tab 2 series is available in 3G and WiFi versions, as well as in 7" and 10.1" variants. Light and portable, the GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0) is the ideal personal on-the-go device; while the larger GALAXY Tab 2 (10.1) is well-suited for home and family use.

Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 (7.0) Product Specifications
  • Network: HSPA 21Mbps 850/900/1900/2100
  • Processor: 1 GHz Dual-Core Processor
  • Display: 7" WSVGA(1024x600) PLS TFT
  • OS: Android 4.0(Ice Cream Sandwich)
  • Camera: Main(Rear): 3 Megapixel Camera
  • Sub(Front): VGA for Video Call
  • Video Codec: MPEG4, H.263, H.264, VC-1, DivX, WMV7, WMV8, WMV9, VP8
  • Video Format: 3GP, ASF, AVI, MP4, WMV, FLV, MKV, WebM
  • Playback/ Recording: Full HD@30fps, HD@30fps
  • Audio codec: MP3, AAC, AC-3, AMR, FLAC, MID, WMA, WAV, OGG
  • Music Player with SoundAlive
  • 3.5mm Ear Jack
  • Value-added Features
  • Samsung TouchWiz/ Samsung L!ve Panel
  • Samsung Apps
  • Samsung Hub - Readers Hub/ Music Hub/ Game Hub/ Video Hub
  • Samsung Hub Widget - Music Hub/ Game Hub/ Video Hub
  • Samsung S Suggest (App recommendation service)
  • Samsung ChatON mobile communication service
  • Samsung AllShare Play
  • Samsung Kies / Samsung Kies air
  • GoogleTM Mobile Services - Android Market™, Gmail™, YouTube™, Google Maps™, Syncing with Google Calendar™, Google Search, Google 
  • Polaris document editor
  • A-GPS, Glonass
  • Connectivity
  • Bluetooth technology v 3.0
  • USB 2.0 Host
  • Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
  • Sensor: Accelerometer, Digital compass, Light, Proximity( Available on 3G version only)
  • Memory: 8/16/32GB User memory  1GB (RAM) microSD (up to 32GB)
  • Dimension: 193.7 x 122.4 x 10.5 mm, 345g
  • Battery: Standard battery, Li-ion 4,000mAh
 Availability and launching time of the services may differ by region.
 All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Samsung GALAXY Tab 2 (10.1) Product Specifications
  • Network: HSPA 21Mbps 850/900/1900/2100
  • Processor: 1 GHz Dual-Core Processor
  • Display: 10.1" WXGA(1280x800) PLS TFT
  • OS: Android 4.0(Ice Cream Sandwich)
  • Camera: Main(Rear): 3 Megapixel Camera Sub(Front): VGA for Video Call
  • Video codec: MPEG4, H.264. H.263, VC-1, DivX, WMV7, WMV8, WMV9, VP8
  • Video format: 3GP, ASF, AVI, MP4, WMV, FLV, MKV, WebM
  • Playback/ Recording: Full HD@30fps, HD@30fps
  • Audio codec: MP3, AAC, AC-3, AMR, FLAC, MID, WMA, WAV, OGG
  • Music Player with SoundAlive
  • 3.5mm Ear Jack
  • Value-added Features
  • Samsung TouchWiz / Samsung L!ve Panel
  • Samsung Apps
  • Samsung Hub - Readers Hub/ Music Hub/ Game Hub/ Video Hub
  • Samsung Hub Widget - Music Hub/ Game Hub/ Video Hub
  • Samsung S Suggest (App recommendation service)
  • Samsung ChatON mobile communication servicea
  • Samsung AllShare Play
  • Samsung Kies / Samsung Kies air
  • GoogleTM Mobile Services - Android Market™, Gmail™, YouTube™, Google Maps™, Syncing with Google Calendar™, Google Search, Google 
  • Polaris document editor
  • A-GPS, Glonass
  • Connectivity
  • Bluetooth technology v 3.0
  • USB 2.0 Host
  • Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
  • Sensor: Accelerometer, Digital compass, Light
  • Memory: 16/32GB User memory  1GB (RAM) microSD (up to 32GB)
  • Dimension: 256.6 x 175.3 x 9.7 mm , 588g
  • Battery: Standard battery, Li-ion 7,000 mAh

Saturday, 25 February 2012

Winamp Pro Now Available in the Android Market

Now there are two ways to get the Pro features for Winamp for Android. Either by purchasing the "Pro Bundle" directly from the Winamp app as an in-app purchase, or by purchasing the Winamp Pro app directly from the Android Market.

If you have already purchased the "Pro Bundle", there's no need to get this app because it offers the same premium features as the in-app purchase.

Pro Features
* 10-band graphic equalizer
* Customizable home screen
* Browse by Folder
* Crossfade
* Gapless playback
* Support for FLAC playback in Folders View (lossless audio playback)
* Replay Gain
* Personalized station recommendations
* Play any streaming audio URL (supported formats only)
* No ads

The Winamp Pro app is a key (or more specifically a license) that unlocks the Pro features in the free version of Winamp. If you purchase and install this app, you will need to keep both Winamp Pro and the free version of Winamp installed.

Must have FREE Android apps!

1. Get WhatsApp Messenger and say goodbye to SMS!
WhatsApp Messenger is a smartphone messenger available for Android, BlackBerry, iPhone, Windows Phone and Nokia phones. WhatsApp uses your 3G or WiFi (when available) to message with friends and family. Switch from SMS to WhatsApp to send and receive messages, pictures, audio notes, and video messages. First year FREE! ($0.99/year after)
Link to android market: http://goo.gl/rcmRU
2. Mxit is a FREE online mobile instant messenger and social network. Shop, play and explore a multi-million user social network. Mxit works on close to 3000 mobile handsets, including Android, iPhone, BlackBerry, Nokia, and Windows. You can buy wallpapers, music and video clips all in one space. Enjoy multi-player games, meet new people in our chatrooms and even buy and sell goods, all with Mxit and your Android. 
New Look: A brand new slick design with new icons and a fresh, clean layout.Welcome Home: Find key services and Apps easily from the newly designed Home Screen.
Link to android market: http://goo.gl/VJ3sK

Clearwire shares fall on Google stake sale

(Reuters) - Clearwire Corp (CLWR.O) shares closed down almost 7 percent on Friday after Google Inc (GOOG.O) said it would sell its stake in the company.
An analyst said that Google's sale of the shares at a discount could be followed by other investors ditching their shares in the wireless service provider.
Google would reap just over $47 million from the sale of the shares, implying a massive loss of $453 million for Google, which invested $500 million in Clearwire in 2008. Google has already taken impairment charges of $443 million in recent years related to the investment.
Cable operators, including Comcast Corp (CMCSA.O) and Time Warner Cable (TWC.N), also have invested in Clearwire, which is majority owned by Sprint Nextel (S.N).
Since the cable operators have recently entered an agreement to resell mobile services from Verizon Wireless, the biggest U.S. mobile service, the concern is that they will also sell their stakes in Clearwire. Before the Verizon deal the cable operators depended on Clearwire as their wholesale provider.
"With no strategic reason to hold Clearwire shares, these ownership stakes could also make their way into the market," said Evercore analyst Jonathan Schildkraut.
Time Warner Cable said it does not have any immediate plans to sell its stake in Clearwire. Comcast did not respond to requests for comment.
According to a document filed with regulators on Friday, Google said it would sell the 29.4 million shares it holds in Clearwire for $1.60 per share to Clearwire's other strategic investors, which include Intel Corp (INTC.O), or on Nasdaq.
Clearwire shares closed down 15 cents, or 6.84 percent, at $2.11 on Nasdaq after the news. If the Google sale is conducted on Nasdaq, it will start on or about February 27.
Google invested in Clearwire in November 2008 along with Intel, Comcast and others as the search giant wanted to help kick off the company's plan to build a high-speed network.
Shares in Google closed up $3.79 at $609.90 on Nasdaq.

Beware Android flaw

Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a flaw in a component of the operating system of Google’s widely used Android smartphone that they say hackers can exploit to gain control of the devices.
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a flaw in a component of the operating system of Google Inc’s widely used Android smartphone that they say hackers can exploit to gain control of the devices.
Researchers at startup cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike said they have figured out how to use that bug to launch attacks and take control of some Android devices.

CrowdStrike, which will demonstrate its findings next week at a major computer security conference in San Francisco, said an attacker sends an email or text message that appears to be from a trusted source, like the user’s phone carrier. The message urges the recipient to click on a link, which if done infects the device.

At that point, the hacker gains complete control of the phone, enabling him or her to eavesdrop on phone calls and monitor the location of the device, said Dmitri Alperovitch, chief technology officer and co-founder of CrowdStrike.
Google spokesman Jay Nancarrow declined comment on Crowdstrike’s claim.

Alperovitch said the firm conducted the research to highlight how mobile devices are increasingly vulnerable to a type of attack widely carried out against PCs. In such instances, hackers find previously unknown vulnerabilities in software, then exploit those flaws with malicious software that is delivered via tainted links or attached documents.

He said smartphone users need to prepare for this type of attack, which typically cannot be identified or thwarted by mobile device security software.

“With modifications and perhaps use of different exploits, this attack will work on every smartphone device and represents the biggest security threat on those devices,” said Alperovitch, who was vice president of threat research at McAfee Inc before he co-founded CrowdStrike.

Researchers at CrowdStrike were not the first to identify such a threat, though such warnings are less common than reports of malicious applications that make their way to online websites, such as Apple’s App Store or the Android Market.

In July 2009, researchers Charlie Miller and Collin Mulliner figured out a way to attack Apple’s iPhone by sending malicious code embedded in text messages that was invisible to the phone’s user. Apple repaired the bug in the software a few weeks after the pair warned it of the problem.

The method devised by CrowdStrike currently works on devices running Android 2.2, also known as Froyo. That version is installed on about 28 percent of all Android devices, according to a Google survey conducted over two weeks ending February 1.

Alperovitch said he expects to have a second version of the software finished by next week that can attack phones running Android 2.3. That version, widely known as Gingerbread, is installed on another 59 percent of all Android devices, according to Google.

CrowdStrike’s method of attack makes use of a previously unpublicized security flaw in a piece of software known as webkit, which is built into the Android operating system’s Web browser.

Webkit is also incorporated into other software programs, including Google’s Chrome browser and the Apple iOS operating system for the iPhone and iPad.

CrowdStrike said it had not attempted to create software to attack iOS devices or the Chrome browser.
Manufacturers of Android devices include HTC Corp, LG Electronics Inc, Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc and Samsung Electronics Co.

Dropbox v2.1 now available in the Android Market, automatically upload photos and videos using WiFi.

You can now head on over to the Android Market and grab the official release. As noted in the change log, they've addressed some bugs from the beta and added some new features as well:
  • Allows you to automatically uploads photos and videos in the background using Wi-Fi or data plan
  • Up to 3 GB of free space for uploading photos automatically (in 500 MB increments)
  • Upload files of any size
  • Various performance improvements & bug fixes
  • We now store your Dropbox credentials in Android’s secure Account Manager. This means Dropbox can’t be installed on your SD Card and requires the “Your Accounts” permissions. These permissions only allows us to access accounts we create.
If you're a Dropbox user and haven't grabbed the latest release, now is a good time to do so and take advantage of that free space they're offering. Download link is past that for you all.
Source: www.androidcentral.com

Friday, 24 February 2012

How to hard reset the Samsung Galaxy S

The Samsung Galaxy S is highly customizable and you have been hard at work tweaking it to your liking, but now the fun is over and you want to return it to its factory settings again. Here, we show you how to hard reset the Samsung Galaxy S with step by step instructions.
Please note that all data will be deleted from the Samsung Galaxy S as a result of this procedure. This process does NOT delete data stored on the microSD card. We recommend backing up all of your personal data before proceeding.
First, try this:
  1. From the main home screen, tap menu
  2. Tap Settings, then Privacy
  3. Tap Factory data reset
  4. Tap Reset phone
  5. Enter your password, then tap Yes to confirm
If that doesn’t work, or if your phone is frozen:
  1. Turn the power off. If your Samsung Galaxy S is frozen, pull the battery out and reinsert it
  2. Hold the Volume Down button
  3. Press and release the Power button
  4. You are now presented with a menu that allows for Fastbook, Recovery, Clear Storage, and Simlock
  5. Select Clear Storage by pressing the Volume Down button
  6. Press and release the Power button
  7. Now simply confirm your decision: Volume Up for YES and Volume Down for NO
If you selected YES, all data including third-party applications will be deleted from the Samsung Galaxy S. Once the wipe is complete, the phone will reboot to its factory fresh state.