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Google Glass successfully unlocked, boots up with Ubuntu at I/O

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by Harrison Kaminsky on
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Google I/O 2013 featured a session titled, “Voiding Your Warranty: Hacking Glass,” which was pretty much exactly what you would expect it to be. During the session, Google Glass was successfully unlocked, given root access, and then loaded up with Ubuntu.

Of course most manufacturers wouldn’t encourage people to hack into their devices, but because Google Glass is a developer device, they’re looking for all kinds of experimentation.

In order to install Ubuntu, a few steps (simplified) had to be taken:

  • Load Glass with Launcher, Settings, and Notepad APKs
  • Pair Glass to a keyboard and trackpad
  • Jump into the terminal, unlock and gain root access
  • Follow the normal process of installing Ubuntu
  • (Load up a terminal emulator, complete Linux installer)

The definition of “hack” that Google would probably use can be found on Urban Dictionary. Check it out after the break. » Read the rest

Sony launches PlayStation Mobile Developer Program

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by Jared Peters on
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It’s taken a few months, but Sony has finally taken the wraps off of their PlayStation Mobile Developer Program. This program allows developers to produce games on PlayStation-certified Android devices – such as HTC’s One X+ – as well as Sony’s PS Vita. It runs 7,980 Japanese yen for an annual license, or about $99. This annual license lets developers produce as many games as they would like, so that yearly fee doesn’t stack. Not a bad deal, if you ask me.

Today’s launch covers Japan, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Australia, and Taiwan and Hong Kong are to follow suit in the near future. The SDK is available for download below, after processing that annual entry fee. Hit the break for the press release.

 

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Google: “No Plans To Support The Sprint Galaxy Nexus As A Target Device For Custom AOSP Builds”

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by Roy Alugbue on
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Well while the Verizon Galaxy Nexus is one step closer to truly becoming a “Nexus”, Sprint’s Galaxy Nexus is still lacking AOSP support, so what gives? Well, for one thing Verizon’s Galaxy Nexus— also known as toro— only has experimental binaries at this point and Sprint’s Galaxy Nexus— also known as toroplus— well… is not getting even an experimental build of the various binaries. And not only that— Sprint’s Galaxy Nexus is not only getting the cold shoulder from Google Developers, but there are no immediate plans to offer support for that version of the device as indicated by Jean-Baptiste Queru:

“As far as toroplus, the situation is unchanged: there are no plans to support it as a target device for custom AOSP builds.
JBQ.”

This is certainly a bit of a messy situation unfolding. Considering the resounding success of the Nexus S 4G and the fact loyal Sprint customers have been eager to have the Galaxy Nexus, Sprint (and Google) would best figure out some type of compromise or solution and soon. The loyal Nexus customers deserve at least that much.

source: Android Police

Taste Ice Cream Sandwich With New Theme From SDK For CM7 Theme Chooser [Courtesy of XDA]

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by Justin Routhier on
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Thanks to XDA developer Sonnysekhon, you don’t need to get your hands on a Galaxy Nexus to enjoy your first little taste of Ice Cream Sandwich. A new theme built right from the SDK is now available for download if you’ve got a custom ROM running the Theme Chooser app. Although still in its infant stage, the theme is promised to be “updated often to get it to look like the real deal as soon as possible.”

Hit the break to grab the download link and preview a few more of its screen shots. After download, just apply your new theme and reboot. Oh yeah, and tell us what you think!

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Run Java games and apps on your Android Device (JBED)

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by David Laborde on
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According to XDA member and developer mohammadN, JBED will let you run any Java/J2ME/MDIP games or applications natively with Jbed Android Java Emulator. Using a signed flash-able package for easy installation, this can be flashed on ClockWorkMod recovery version 2, 3, or 4. This was tested on an HTC Wildfire but should be compatible with other devices as well. According to the developer, he uses the following:

Phone: HTC Wildfire
Recovery: ClockWorkMod 4
ROM: CyanogenMod 141 nightly

Application thread

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Better Android Apps Has Google Market Account Suspended

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by Andrew Greenfield on
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In what might be a misunderstanding, a small group of developers under the name of Better Android Apps has had their developing account suspended from the Market. The group has sent Google the following email.

“Dear Google,

Our developer account was suspended today, we have no ideas why. Can you please take a look and let us know? We believe we have not violated any android market policy.

A few of our applications are among the most popular apps in the android market, with a few millions downloads. We really hope this is just a misunderstanding and sincerely hope we can work something out.

Thanks in advanced,

Better Android”

The response from Google is as follows.

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Android Developer Labs 2011 Is Now Open For Submissions

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by Andrew Greenfield on
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The folks over at the Android Developers blog has just announced the dates for the Android Developer Labs 2011. The goal this year is optimizing Android apps for tablets, specifically making high quality tablet apps that are great in the look and user experience categories. More details on how to register you ask? Sure! The locations and dates are listed below.

While anyone can register, only a select few will be selected to attend. If you have a great idea for an app go ahead and submit it. You never know what could happen.

[via android-developers]

From The Dev That Brought You LauncherPro: The Skinnable UberMusic Player

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by Andrew Greenfield on
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We here at TA are very much in love with customizing our phone. An easy way for root users and non root users alike is using an alternative home launcher. There are so many to choose from, but my personal favorite alternative is LauncherPro. The developer is easy to talk to, he listens to suggestions, and he really takes in criticisms from the community. So when I heard that he was releasing a music player naturally I was quite excited. The player ships with the Zune like MetroUI theme, but third parties can theme it however they want. The app is currently selling for $3.49 on the Android Market now, but the developer has reported that a free, ad-supported version may be in the works as well.

[via engadget]

Motorola Offers MOTOREADY App Testing Program For The Xoom

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by Joe Sirianni on
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Motorola is taking development on the Xoom pretty serious these days and to ensure a great experience for the consumer they’re launching the MOTOREADY App Testing Program.  The service assists in finding applications that are best optimized for the popular Motorola Xoom tablet.

We’ve had a behind-the-scenes version of the MOTOREADY program for years.  This program was focused on rigorously testing applications which we preload on our devices to ensure a high-quality end-user experience.  The MOTOREADY test criteria are based upon industry best practices and years of experience with testing mobile applications.  The tests for the XOOM program evaluate data privacy, data preservation, application stability and consistency, UI behavior, and input method support.

The MOTOREADY App Testing program is a fee-based program.  All testing is performed by a 3rd party test house – Intertek – one of the world’s leading quality assurance test labs.  Simply create an account with Intertek, sign their testing agreement and the MOTOREADY Program Rider, and then submit your application for testing.  Once your application has been tested, both you and MOTODEV receive a copy of the test results.

Consider this a stamp of approval from Motorola if your application can pass their “rigorous” testing.  If you want to ensure your application is optimized for the Xoom, hit the break for more details from Motorola.  Hit the source link as well to take you to Motorola’s dev site where you can check out some more details on the offerings and services.   » Read the rest

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