Motorola CLIQ XT gets a much needed software update

by Tyler Cunningham on Oct 5th 2010, 12:46pm
tagged Motorola CLIQ XT, performance, Software Update, T-Mobile

Motorola CLIQ XT owners have been desperately waiting for a software update for some time now, and T-Mobile has heard their cries. The provider is now ready to push an update which brings significant improvements to the device’s overall performance.

The upgrades also include improved responsiveness to input requests, improved software stability with less crashes, better Bluetooth performance, and improvements to the texting interface.

T-Mobile has provided the following set of instructions for ensuring that a CLIQ XT receives a proper update.

We recommend downloading the update over Wi-Fi or 3G (with a fully charged battery and active SIM card installed in your phone).

Follow these steps to update your T-Mobile Motorola CLIQ-XT™:

Upon receipt of the notification message, select Download.

After the software is downloaded, select Install now.

After the software is installed, your phone will re-start automatically.

For the full details about the improvements to the Motorola CLIQ XT, and for additional support, hit up the source link below.

[via Motorola]

Japanese carrier DoCoMo confirms launch of Galaxy S and Galaxy Tab in Japan

by Tyler Cunningham on Oct 5th 2010, 12:11pm
tagged docomo, galaxy s, galaxy tab, Japan

Last week, we brought you a story that Japanese mobile provider DoCoMo was heavily rumored to be getting both the Galaxy S and Galaxy Tab. Well, the company confirmed those rumors today, announcing that their Galaxy S offering will be launching later this month, with the Galaxy Tab landing in November.

Both will be launching with Android 2.2, and will support DoCoMo’s new e-book service, which will be starting a trial period later this month. Both devices will also be able to access the company’s i-mode™ mail system, giving users access to those particular email accounts.

DoCoMo is the world’s leading mobile operator and provider of advanced mobile services, with 56 million customers in Japan alone. You can check out their specs for the Galaxy S here, and the Galaxy Tab here. Continue after the break for the full presser.

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AT&T beefs up Android offerings with 3 new Motorola phones

by Tyler Cunningham on Oct 5th 2010, 11:37am
tagged AT&T, Bravo, flipout, Flipside, motorola, qwerty

AT&T’s Android family just got a bit bigger, with the addition of three new Motorola devices: the Flipout, Bravo, and Flipside. All three are rocking Android 2.1, and not surprisingly, Motoblur. Let’s take a look at some specs from each device, shall we?

The Bravo features a 800 MHz processor, 3.7-inch display, and a 3MP camera. This phone will also include DLNA support, and is expected to ship for the holiday season and will cost $129.99 with a two-year contract.

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OpenFeint Android games quickly top charts, more games released today

by Tyler Cunningham on Oct 5th 2010, 11:12am
tagged Android Gaming, Android Market, AuroraFeint, Fruit Ninja, gaming, MiniSquadron, OpenFeint, Super K.O. Boxing 2

It’s been less than a month since OpenFeint, the leading cross platform social gaming network, had some of its most successful titles released on the Android Market to delighted finger swipers and touchscreen mashers everywhere. AuroaFeint, the company behind OpenFeint, announced today that 4 of the 8 launch titles reached the top 15 in the Android Market, with Fruit Ninja and MiniSquadron hitting the top 2 in less then 72 hours.

This week, the second round of OpenFeint Android games hits the Market, which includes Super K.O. Boxing 2, Flick Kick Rugby, Touch Racing Nitro, Penalty World Challenge 2010, Cestos 2: Party Time, SpeedX, Babo Crash Deluxe, Kamikaze Race, Brain Twister Lite, Color Cocktail Lite, Dot Dot, and SkyForce.

OpenFeint’s social gaming network is seeing its user base grow by over 160,000 new users daily, and just passed the 40 million mark overall. Continue after the break for the press release.

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Samsung UK working around the clock for 2.2 upgrade

by Jesse Bauer on Oct 5th 2010, 10:04am
tagged Android, android 2.2, froyo, galaxy, galaxy s, Samsung, Samsung Galaxy

Samsung UK has its team of developers working around the clock on the Android 2.2 upgrade for the Galaxy S! The update was planned for a September release, but as you know, it’s October!

So, Samsung, keep the RedBull flowing, get the coffee brewing, and throw your lunch breaks out the window, because Galaxy S owners don’t want to wait too long!

[via Eurodroid]

Skype for Android no longer just for Verizon devices, available in Android Market

by Dustin Karnes on Oct 5th 2010, 9:49am
tagged 3G, Android, app, application, AT&T, market, Skype, Sprint, t-mo, T-Mobile, tmo, tmobile, Verizon, vzw, wifi

Remember awhile back, when you were pouting and pushing out your bottom lip because Skype for Android was only available for Verizon phones? Well pull that lip in, son, or a bird will make a nest on it. (What, your parents never told you that?) Skype is now available in the Android Market for any Android device running Android 2.1 or higher. While it currently works only over wifi here in the states, we won’t complain too much. We’re talking free Skype chat, free Skype to Skype calls, and cheap international calls as well.

Want to check it out for yourself? Of course you do! So be sure to click the application link below to be taken to the page to download and rate Skype’s newly carrier-free baby, and be sure to let us know what you think in the comments below!

Rate & Download Skype for Android

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in!]

Napster for Android now available in the Market

by Jesse Bauer on Oct 5th 2010, 12:58am
tagged Android, Android Market, app, app market, apps, listen, music, napster, songs

Napster is now available on the Android App Market after re-inventing its business model. That’s right, it’s legal now!

Like most music services now, you’ll pay a subscription fee, but you’ll get a free month to try it out first, and gain access to over 11 million songs in their catelog. Not bad.

Temporary Root guide for G2 discussed

by Jesse Bauer on Oct 5th 2010, 12:55am
tagged Android, brick, G2, Root, rooting, T-Mobile G2, tmobile g2

So you want to attempt rooting your new G2 huh? As much as it’ll give you street cred, we have an obligation to warn you of the possible side effects of a bad root job, as it may brick your Android.

That said, it looks like xda-developers have been putting together a “temporary” G2 Rooting guide for those willing to attempt it.

You can click here to follow the instructions.

[via xda-developers]

StumbleUpon app stumbles its way to your Android phone

by Steve Ginter on Oct 4th 2010, 11:58pm
tagged android apps, stumbleupon, web site discovery

Recently, StumbleUpon landed on Android and it’s been one of the best time-killer apps for finding new and interesting sites. If you arn’t familiar with StumbleUpon, it’s a web site discovery engine – much like Pandora, but for the internet at large instead of music. Basically, you create an account and set your interests (they have over 500 topics). StumbleUpon will use this criteria to show you random sites that are rated highly by other like-minded users who share your same passion and interests. » Read the rest

Namco Bringing Games to Android!

by Jesse Bauer on Oct 4th 2010, 11:44pm
tagged Android, apps, games, gaming, mobile games, mobile gaming, namco, pac-man

Android is getting some cool games from Namco, like the one seen right above! You may remember Namco from such games as Pac-Man, Final Fantasy mobile, The Wolfman and TEKKEN Resolute for mobile.

“Pac-Man Kart Rally” will be another typical kart racer with the usual power-ups and weapons to throw your fellow racers to the curb. Offers 10 characters, 4 worlds and five modes to play in.