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WIN of the day – Hello Kitty Android super-phone

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by Jim Farmer on
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Softbank, the mobile carrier in Japan surprised us yesterday with the announcement of a Yahoo phone running Google’s Android OS; yeah, strange. Things just get weirder. Today the Japanese carrier brings us the Hello Kitty branded Aquos. For this special Hello Kitty edition, owners will have the privilege to enjoy Kitty themed menus, screens, icons, mail, calculator, alarm clock, and more. Although the phone is heavily branded with Hello Kitty, there is a Snoopy theme as well. While it may be cute and glamorous, don’t be fooled. The Aquos is a beast. Aside from being the world’s first Android flip phone, you’ll find that the Aquos has

  • Gingerbread 2.3
  • 1Ghz 2nd gen Snapdragon processor
  • 16MP camera with 1280×720 HD video recording
  • IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 3.0+EDR
  • GPS
  • Micro HDMI
  • microSD/SDHC slot (shipped with a 2GB card inside)
  • waterproof body
  • digital TV tuner
  • digital wallet function (Felica/RFID)
  • infrared port
  • Blu-ray recorder connectivity

Ladies, many of you commented on our previous article about the HTC Bliss with outcries for pocket powerhouse, so I look forward to reading your comments in response to this device. Guys if you think you’re too cool to rock a Hello Kitty phone, it’s also available in plain blue.

[via Engadget]

The DROID HD could be called the Motorola Spyder and carried by Verizon Wireless

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by Adam Johnson on
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Recently we shared leaked photos of the DROID HD. We see a number photos of the Bionic which were also spied in that same article, but today we’re curious about the name of DROID HD. We really haven’t been able to find much information on this Motorola device.

Well there’s now bit more information that has come in. First it’s been confirmed that the DROID HD is indeed not the Dinara as we has previous thought. Instead the source says that the DROID HD is actually codenamed ‘Motorola Spyder’. This DROID HD could be considered kin to the Photon 4G.  As well as the new codename, this device should also be headed to Verizon Wireless, as it’s being reported that the Dinara is being tested on Verizon’s LTE. Where this device ends up we’re not positive. Stay tuned for any additional info that may come our way. You know we’ll pass it right along to our readers.

[via droidlife]

Nexus Prime Coming to Verizon?

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by Harold Williams on
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There is no question that the Nexus Prime on Verizon would be AWESOME! There hasn’t been anything close to solid to suggest the Nexus will bless us with its presence on Verizon, but there has been some rumors to share.

It’s been tipped that a “Samsung Prime” device has been seen in the halls at Verizon. This device was also said to be shipping with Ice Cream Sandwich and rocking a 720p display. A separate source says Samsung is preparing to launch a device with a 720p display that’s size will be the largest on the market. This seems to tie in well with reports that Samsung is working on a 4.65-inch ICS phone though the Prime has been rumored at 4.5-inches.

It seems to make sense to me that Verizon should be the one to wield the wonder of the next Nexus device if they’ll allow its openness. As with all rumors, no one really knows for sure at this point. Maybe if we all band together and wish hard enough we’ll see  a 4G LTE, 720p, ICS Nexus on Verizon in October.

I’ll tell you what. If we get SOLID evidence of the Nexus Prime coming to Verizon, on that same day I will video myself smashing my Droid X in the parking lot and post it right here. What do you think about that? Will you join me?

[via tb]

St. Louis area high school says no to textbooks and yes to Android powered tablets

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by Robert Nazarian on
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Students at Grandview High School in Hillsboro, Missouri started the new school year this past Thursday, but something was different. Students did not need big backpacks to hold binders and textbooks. The school St. Louis area school decided to ditch textbooks in favor of Android tablets because they save money and help students become more tech savvy.

About 330 Coby Kyros internet touchscreen tablets were handed out, and Thursday was considered a training day to help the students setup them up for the school year.

Students will be able to take the tablets home to do their homework and complete assigned readings by using applications like Moodle, which is a free online classroom. They will include free online textbooks and digital copies of textbooks. Students will take tests using the Coby tablet as well. in case you are  wondering what else the students might do with their new technology, there is an internet filter to block many sites including pornography and Facebook. After they graduate, they are allowed to keep their tablets, but I am sure they will want an upgrade by then.

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Apple Could Have Tampered with Evidence Against Samsung Yet Again

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by Harold Williams on
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Here we go again. We have more news about Apple possibly tampering with image evidence against Samsung, this time pointed at the Samsung Galaxy S. Just this past Monday we reported that altered images were submitted to a German court by Apple. The image showed the Galaxy Tab 10.1 dimensions were changed to match the iPad. In this new report, an image submitted to a Netherlands court by Apple presents the Galaxy S as the exact same height as the iPhone 3GS (though the image of the Galaxy seems to be only reduced in size).

If all the tampering is true, it’s completely ridiculous in 2011 to think altering images would go unnoticed. As our own Robert Nazarian mentioned in his post linked above, there is no question the physical devices themselves will be presented. I would hope that the courts will not stand for any of this, but I’m sure there will be plenty of BS to cover the reasons behind the images. What do you think the repercussions will be for this if any? Hit us up in the comments.

[via bgr]

DROID Bionic Shows at $299 on Verizon MAP Starting September 8th

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by Harold Williams on
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The Droid Bionic just hit Verizon’s minimum advertised price list sitting at $299 on a 2-year contract. The MAP also shows more solid evidence that the Droid Bionic will be launching on September 8th. Just in case you missed it, yesterday we showed you the supposed retail price of the Bionic along with pics from the Tips and Tricks manual. We’ve been following this phone for some time now, and with the hype that’s been behind it, this new Droid should fly off the shelves and shift some people to Verizon. Let us know in the comments if you’ll be snagging one on release or waiting for the next big thing.

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It’s Official: White DROID Incredible 2 will be a Best Buy exclusive starting August 21

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by Robert Nazarian on
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We have known about the White DROID Incredible 2 for a while now, and the recently leaked Best Buy buyers guide gave us further confirmation. Now all we need is the official announcement, and that has now been completed since Best Buy just gave us a press reelase. The only thing left is to head over to Best Buy starting this Sunday, August 21st, and hand over $149 for this gorgeous phone. The specs are the same as the black DROID Incredible 2, but lets face it, white is the new black.

Full press release after the break

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HTC Puccini will be branded as the ‘Jetsteam’ on AT&T

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by Robert Nazarian on
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We have been hearing a lot about the first HTC 10-inch tablet codenamed the Puccini. With the FCC approval, it is a matter of time till we see this LTE beast. The latest information is that we will see it by September or October. The official unveiling could be on September 1st, but for now we know it will be branded as the Jetstream on AT&T as the above picture of the settings menu provides confirmation.

We also expect that it will carry a different brand when sold internationally. We do not have confirmation, but looking at trademark filings there is a good chance that it will be the Skyrocket.

Who is looking forward to the HTC Jetstream or the Skyrocket?

[via pocketnow]

We may see an October launch of Google’s Nexus Prime, Android 4.0

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by Adam Johnson on
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Finally we’re getting somewhere! A bit more information on the status of the 3rd generation Google device, the Nexus Prime. As it stands, this will be Google’s first Ice Cream Sandwich also know as Android 4.0 to hit the shelves. Korea’s IT related newspaper The Electronic Times, has recently reported that we could see the Nexus Prime in October. Electronic Times reported confirmation of the Nexus Prime debuting in October along with a little more information. The device will sport a 4.5-inch 1280×720 pixels, Super AMOLED HD display, and a 1.5GHz dual-core processor running the phone.

So will we see this next Android phone in the Nexus line by October? Well Android chief Andy Rubin tells us something different. He recently made some comments earlier in the week. According to him, we should expect to see it during the holiday season or just before.

We have this strategy where we have this Nexus program, and we have this lead device strategy. That strategy has worked quite well to help focus the team.

What we do is that we select each — around Christmastime of each year — we select a manufacturer that we work very closely with to release a device in that time frame. That includes, also, semiconductor companies and all of the components that go in the device.

Essentially the teams huddle together in one building. They jointly work in these development efforts — they go on for nine to 12 months. And ultimately at the holiday season, or right before it, devices pop out that are based on this effort.

Stay tuned for more information that yet bring us closer to getting out hands on Google’s Nexus Prime.

[via bgr]

Grab a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 for FREE with the purchase of a Samsung 3D LED HDTV only at Best Buy

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by Robert Nazarian on
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Starting this Sunday, August 21st, Best Buy will let you walk out of the store with a FREE Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 with the purchase of a Samsung 3D LED HDTV.

You will have the choice of the 46″ LED 1080p smart 3D HDTV for $1,499.99 or you can grab the 55″ version for $1,999.99. Either one will net you the Galaxy Tab 10.1 for free.

If you were thinking about grabbing a 3D set, I can’t think of a better time than now. The deal ends Saturday, August 27th. Let us know if you decide to grab one.

Full press release after the break

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