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From the lab: Lumia 920 image stabilization and 808 drop test at Nokia R&D (video)

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 02:35 PM PDT

From the lab: Lumia 920 image stabilization and 808 drop test at Nokia R&D (video)


From the lab: Lumia 920 image stabilization and 808 drop test at Nokia R&D (video)
Yesterday's lab installment gave us an opportunity to pit the Lumia 920 against competing smartphones in a low-light capture scenario, but Nokia's standard battery of tests is used to evaluate and improve far more than stills shooting. Several stops throughout the day brought us to a foam-filled sound chamber tasked with analyzing call quality in a variety of environments, a room with industrial freezers and ovens used to push the limits of operability, and a rig that can shoot with interchangeable sensors and apply image quality algorithms in real-time, without a handset in sight. Unfortunately, due to proprietary technologies and processes, we weren't permitted to photograph these first facilities, though we did manage to snap away at two other stations -- a platform that shifted up and down at adjustable speeds to test the Lumia 920's optical image stabilization, and a machine that drops smartphones against a block of concrete, used to simulate that all-too-frequent occurrence of handsets plunging towards pavement. We've seen plenty examples of the 920's OIS capabilities this week, so we won't go into much more detail on that front, but specialized (and pricey) equipment enables engineers to introduce consistent processes -- this machine simulated hand shake at different speeds, and even with exaggerated movement, the benefits were clear. A separate building contained the drop test contraption, which releases devices from an adjustable height, letting them land directly on a block of polished concrete. We tested both the 808 PureView and a Samsung Galaxy S III in this manner (with roughly 100 Lumia prototypes currently available, Nokia wasn't quite willing to risk sending one to its death). Both smartphones remained in perfect working order following the drop, so it's likely that they'll be able to handle a similar fall during regular use as well (company reps offered to test our iPhone 5, but we declined handing it over). That wraps up our week at Nokia's facilities in Finland -- there will be plenty more to explore once we have a Lumia sample in hand, but you'll find the OIS test and concrete plunge videos ready right now, posted just after the break.Continue reading From the lab: Lumia 920 image stabilization and 808 drop test at Nokia R&D (video)Filed under: Cellphones, Cameras, MobileFrom the lab: Lumia 920 image stabilization and 808 drop test at Nokia R&D (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 17:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Sony's Xperia T is now available on O2 and ThreeUK, Walther PPK/S not included

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 02:34 PM PDT

Sony's Xperia T is now available on O2 and ThreeUK, Walther PPK/S not included


Sony's Xperia T is now available on O2 and ThreeUK, Walther PPK/S not included
O2 and ThreeUK have announced that they'll be carrying Sony's Xperia T, the phone James Bond totes 'round in Skyfall. He's got a tough decision on his hands depending on which network he chooses, however, with O2 offering an exclusive tie-in edition of the handset with custom ringtones and pre-release images. On the other hand, he probably gets through plenty of data reading classified files and flicking through the Tom Ford catalogue, so perhaps he'd prefer Three's unlimited data. Either way, you can follow in the footsteps of your hero right now, with price plans starting from £30 per month.Continue reading Sony's Xperia T is now available on O2 and ThreeUK, Walther PPK/S not includedFiled under: MobileSony's Xperia T is now available on O2 and ThreeUK, Walther PPK/S not included originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 17:05:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | O2 | Email this | Comments

Number of Crash-Related Deaths Fall

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 02:34 PM PDT

Number of Crash-Related Deaths Fall


Number of Crash-Related Deaths Fall
Safety measures reduced driving-related fatalities by 25 percent.

Facebook Gifts swaps virtual trinkets for real life goods

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 02:03 PM PDT

Facebook Gifts swaps virtual trinkets for real life goods


Facebook Gifts swaps virtual trinkets for real life goods
Remember the Facebook Gift Shop, that place where you could pick up virtual Troll dolls and send them to your friends? Well, it died. But, a phoenix has arisen from its ashes -- Facebook Gifts -- which will allow you to send real Troll dolls to your friends. You'll be able to order gifts for people directly through the social network and suggestions to pick up a little something will be tied into birthday reminders and life events like weddings. The new initiative is the result of its decision to purchase Karma, a social "gifting" app, in May. Over a 100 retailers have signed up for the launch, including Starbucks, and Facebook obviously will be taking a small cut of each sale, which could be a huge source of monetization for the company, especially on the mobile front. Interestingly, friends can be notified before a gift is delivered and will be given a chance to tweak orders -- just in case you don't know your mom as well as you think you do. Gifts is rolling out slowly in select cities now and will expand in the coming weeks. Though, it also has a viral element since once you've been sent a gift you are also blessed with the ability to send gifts yourself. Check out the source links for more details.Filed under: InternetFacebook Gifts swaps virtual trinkets for real life goods originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink All Things D | Facebook 1, 2 | Email this | Comments

Have Just A Phone Number? iOS 6 Facebook Integration Can Fill In The Blanks

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 02:03 PM PDT

Have Just A Phone Number? iOS 6 Facebook Integration Can Fill In The Blanks


Have Just A Phone Number? iOS 6 Facebook Integration Can Fill In The Blanks
A tipster pointed out to us that Facebook integration in iOS 6 could fill in details someone might not otherwise have if they get a hold of a phone number and put it into their Contacts app. Daniel Ioffe noticed that should a number in Contacts correspond to a Facebook profile, it'll populate that entry with a profile photo and Facebook user name, even if all of the above information is kept private by the user.

The Engadget Podcast is live tonight at 5PM!

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 02:02 PM PDT

The Engadget Podcast is live tonight at 5PM!


The Engadget Podcast is live tonight at 5PM!
We're back! Well, some of us are back. Others of us are looking at fancy cars in Paris, France (*cough* Tim). Brian, Dana and Terrence are in the studio today, and we'll be talking Nokia cameras, BlackBerry operating systems and Nook tablets. Join us, won't you?Continue reading The Engadget Podcast is live tonight at 5PM!The Engadget Podcast is live tonight at 5PM! originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Translogic test drives Tesla Model S and, surprise, loves it

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 01:26 PM PDT

Translogic test drives Tesla Model S and, surprise, loves it


Translogic test drives Tesla Model S and, surprise, loves it
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Tesla Motors, Videos Here's a shocker: Translogic's Bradley Hasemeyer test drove the Tesla Model S Performance version and apparently had a darn good time doing it. While only available in the top-of-the-line version for now, the Model S will one day come in four packages - Base, Performance, Signature, and Signature Performance - ranging from about $50,000 to $100,000, after federal incentives. The Performance edition comes with an 85-kW lithium-ion battery and high-performance drive inverter that offers 416 horsepower at 5,000-to-8,600 rpm and 443 pound-feet of torque at 0-5,100 rpm. Hitting the accelerator pedal keeps the interior completely silent, and the only thing heard is Hasemeyer laughing as he watches the speedometer hit 60 miles per hour (starting from zero) in 4.4 seconds. You can see for yourself below, but here's what else is in the video. Hasemeyer visited the Tesla factory in Fremont, CA, and got to ask questions of chief designer Franz Von Holzhausen. Von Holzhausen says the team created an architecture for the Model S that it calls the skateboard - the batteries and powertrain are between the wheels and below the centerline of the wheels. Everything above that line became an open opportunity to design and create a new electric vehicle. This means there's more space for seats and comfort in the Model S than in most other EVs. You don't have to cross over the battery pack hump when moving around inside the car, for example. The display touch screen is something to behold. It's easy to view and toggle through to see your energy use, access the web and use the navigation screen and other apps. Above the wheel, drivers can customize the gauge clusters in front of them. Like most performance style cars, there are a number of modes you can switch to. Hasemeyer changes steering from standard to sport, and describes how this is the option for when you want less play and a little more feel in the steering wheel. Ted Merendino, product planner for Tesla Motors, explains why the company just released its own proprietary charger. The existing technologies - J1772 and others - didn't really offer the functionality that Tesla needed, he says. The Model S itself can accept everything from an average household plug all the way up the 90-kW DC charger, which it calls the Supercharger. As we found when we drove the Model S, the EV sets new standards with no compromise and no emissions plus all the bells and whistles, Hasemeyer said. Looks like a consensus is forming.Continue reading Translogic test drives Tesla Model S and, surprise, loves itTranslogic test drives Tesla Model S and, surprise, loves it originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Moo Adds Programmable NFC Chips To Their Business Cards

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 01:26 PM PDT

Moo Adds Programmable NFC Chips To Their Business Cards


Moo Adds Programmable NFC Chips To Their Business Cards
As the proud owner of a set of tiny Moo business cards with a big sexy QR code on them, I'm impressed to see that Moo itself has done me one better. They're now adding nearly invisible programmable NFC chips to their business cards, thereby allowing high-tech business folk to run around town tapping other peoples' phones to pass contact information. One NFC card is going into every package of Moo cards you buy and Moo is planning to release an app that will let you read and program the card on the fly.

RIM posts Q2 earnings: $2.87 billion in revenue, still a $235 million loss

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 01:26 PM PDT

RIM posts Q2 earnings: $2.87 billion in revenue, still a $235 million loss


RIM posts Q2 earnings: $2.87 billion in revenue, still a $235 million loss
RIM may have given us hope that its transition to BlackBerry 10 has turned a corner, but that doesn't mean the dark clouds have entirely broken just yet. The company's second fiscal quarter saw it generate $2.9 billion in revenue, a slight gain over last quarter, while it posted a net loss of $235 million -- again better, but not the best news it could deliver. Developing...Filed under: Cellphones, Tablets, MobileRIM posts Q2 earnings: $2.87 billion in revenue, still a $235 million loss originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:09:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

RIM’s Fiscal Q2 2013 Results: Net Loss Of $235 Million On $2.9 Billion In Revenu...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 01:26 PM PDT

RIM's Fiscal Q2 2013 Results: Net Loss Of $235 Million On $2.9 Billion In Revenue, 7.4 Million BlackBerrys Shipped


RIM's Fiscal Q2 2013 Results: Net Loss Of $235 Million On $2.9 Billion In Revenue, 7.4 Million BlackBerrys Shipped
After a roller coaster of a week, RIM has just released their fiscal Q2 2013 financials -- the company reported a net GAAP loss of $235 million (which equates to $0.45/share diluted) on revenues of $2.9 billion. It's still not great news for the Waterloo-based company, but it's a welcome change from its downright lousy earnings figures (net loss of $518 million on $2.8 billion in revenue) last quarter. Given all that RIM's been through recently, it's no surprise that analysts haven't been very bullish on the company — as per a Thomson Reuters poll, they expected the company to report a loss of $0.46/share on revenue of $2.48 billion.

BBC News Channel conducts live video interview over smartphone, goes where satel...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 01:26 PM PDT

BBC News Channel conducts live video interview over smartphone, goes where satellites can't


BBC News Channel conducts live video interview over smartphone, goes where satellites can't
We usually associate smartphones in news reporting with citizen journalism, not full-time journalists. However, a confluence of events has just led to the BBC's Nick Garnett becoming a pioneer for mobile broadcasting on the professional level. When a shortage of satellite trucks prevented Garnett from getting the usual video feed for the BBC News Channel, he successfully arranged the British network's first live video interview piped through a smartphone. The key, Garnett says, was Dejero's Live+ iPhone app: while live streaming apps are already commonplace, Dejero's let him merge the 3G and WiFi connections together, getting enough bandwidth to make a TV-worthy broadcast in a country where LTE is still very new. Combined with some very ad hoc staging and help from the BBC's technical teams, the coordination resulted in a surprisingly smooth interview about flooding in northeastern England with relatively few hints of the extra-tiny recording equipment involved. It's unlikely that broadcast crews will reach to their pockets for live coverage solutions before anything else, but the BBC is actively testing Dejero and other apps that could make smartphones as much a part of the field reporting arsenal as a camcorder and an eye for a good story. As we can't embed the clip, check the source link to see it for yourself.Filed under: Cellphones, AltBBC News Channel conducts live video interview over smartphone, goes where satellites can't originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 16:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Nick Garnett | Email this | Comments

Nokia inks deals to be maps force behind BMW 7-series, bring guidance to new Gar...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 01:26 PM PDT

Nokia inks deals to be maps force behind BMW 7-series, bring guidance to new Garmin apps


Nokia inks deals to be maps force behind BMW 7-series, bring guidance to new Garmin apps
While all the talk of late is about Cupertino's newfangled Maps application, Nokia's currently keeping busy by doing some behind-the-scenes legwork, including signing new deals with car and navigation system manufacturers. Most recently, the Finnish company announced it's partnering with BMW to power the "next-generation" navigation system in the upcoming 7-series, which will bring features like Enhanced 3D City Models and an Eco Pro Route that chooses the most fuel-efficient way to get you to your destination. In addition to the BMW alliance, though, Nokia has also teamed up with Garmin to bring Transit and Pedestrian maps in the form of an Urban Guidance feature that will be available on iOS and Android devices. For those interested in learning more, the pressers below will fill you in on all the nitty-gritty.Continue reading Nokia inks deals to be maps force behind BMW 7-series, bring guidance to new Garmin appsFiled under: Transportation, SoftwareNokia inks deals to be maps force behind BMW 7-series, bring guidance to new Garmin apps originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Nokia Maps | Email this | Comments

Intel details Clover Trail tablets: three weeks on standby, 10 hours of use, 'fu...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 12:43 PM PDT

Intel details Clover Trail tablets: three weeks on standby, 10 hours of use, 'full' Windows 8 experience


Intel details Clover Trail tablets: three weeks on standby, 10 hours of use, 'full' Windows 8 experience
You only have to look at the tidal wave of Ultrabooks to know that Intel design specifications can carry a lot of influence with manufacturers. That's why the chip-maker's claims about its latest reference tablet, built around a dual-core Atom Z2760 processor (aka "Clover Trail"), likely give us a broad hint of what to expect from devices like the forthcoming Lenovo Think Pad 2, ASUS Vivo Tab and Samsung ATIV Smart PC. In particular, Intel has shown us slides claiming that the dual-core 1.8GHz chip with Imagination SGX545 graphics will offer the "best Windows 8 experience" on a tablet with "compatibility and support for traditional apps and peripherals." And if you think that sounds like a subtle jibe at ARM-based tablets running Windows RT -- a version of the OS that doesn't even try to play nice with existing software -- then you could be right. To be fair though, the point of RT is to offer superior portability, and that's why Intel is also keen to emphasize that Clover Trail won't impact too heavily on your freedom of movement. Tablets should come in below 1.5 pounds (680 grams -- similar to the RT spec and much lighter than a Windows 8 Pro tablet) and 8.5mm in thickness, with built-in 3G, 4G and NFC. You shouldn't need to carry a charger either, since a new power management system promises a distinctly un-laptop-like three weeks on standby and a full day of "active use" -- defined as being at least 10 hours. Windows 8 tablets won't be like Windows 8 Pro machines, however, so don't go expecting USB 3.0, or a guarantee of 1080p visuals (most Clover Trail devices we've seen are 1,366 x 768) or souped-up security -- the Atom Z2760 is very much an evolved Medfield processor, with similar silicon and firmware, rather than a shrunken laptop chip. Needless to say, what really matters is how well manufacturers adopt this design and what price points they manage to hit. Intel says that at least 20 different Clover Trail tablets are already in the works, and early price tags seem to be around the $799 mark -- a hefty demand for sure, but perhaps one worth paying for those who need full-fledged Windows 8 and true portability at the same time. RT tablets, meanwhile, will have to come in much cheaper than that in order to be worthwhile.Continue reading Intel details Clover Trail tablets: three weeks on standby, 10 hours of use, 'full' Windows 8 experienceFiled under: TabletsIntel details Clover Trail tablets: three weeks on standby, 10 hours of use, 'full' Windows 8 experience originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Fuze Network, A Payments Company Focused On Serving The Unbanked & Under-Banked,...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 12:42 PM PDT

Fuze Network, A Payments Company Focused On Serving The Unbanked & Under-Banked, Raises $2.5 Million


Fuze Network, A Payments Company Focused On Serving The Unbanked & Under-Banked, Raises $2.5 Million
Fuze Network, a payments technology company based in Salt Lake City, Utah, has raised $2.5 million in additional financing, according to a new SEC filing. The round includes participation from NYC's Metamorphic Ventures and Kickstart Seed Fund of Salt Lake City, and the filing specifically lists board members Gavin Christensen (Kickstart managing director), Lewis Gersh (managing partner at Metamorphic Ventures), Independent Director Chris Roon, and Corporate Secretary Stuart Hinckley, alongside Fuze Network CEO David Wilkes and Chief Network Officer Khalid El-Awady. The company had previously closed on $1.2 million in seed funding, also from Metamorphic Ventures and Kickstart, as well as other angels in a round announced last February.

Sprint Black Friday ad reveals $50 Galaxy S III on November 23rd only

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 12:42 PM PDT

Sprint Black Friday ad reveals $50 Galaxy S III on November 23rd only


Sprint Black Friday ad reveals $50 Galaxy S III on November 23rd only
As the holiday season draws closer, bargain hunters and retailers alike are starting to map out their Black Friday game plan. However, if you're balling on a budget and looking to score a stellar smartphone, then allow us to lend a helping hand. An anonymous tipster has shared a peek at one of Sprint's post-Turkey Day attractions, with the gory details shown in the image above. Both current and prospecting customers will have a chance to snag a Galaxy S III for $50 on a new two-year agreement, with Sprint no doubt hoping to use its unlimited data policy to lure to-be network switchers. Supplies are expected to be limited, so you'd be wise to get up entirely too early if you're hoping to guarantee yourself a unit.Filed under: Cellphones, MobileSprint Black Friday ad reveals $50 Galaxy S III on November 23rd only originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

"Nemesis" sets speed record

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 12:42 PM PDT

"Nemesis" sets speed record


"Nemesis" sets speed record
Green speed machine.

Sony Xperia tipo and tipo dual reach the US in unlocked form, give Americans a t...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 12:10 PM PDT

Sony Xperia tipo and tipo dual reach the US in unlocked form, give Americans a taste of dual SIMs


Sony Xperia tipo and tipo dual reach the US in unlocked form, give Americans a taste of dual SIMs
Few of us who live outside of Asia or Eastern Europe know the potential convenience of a dual SIM phone. Own one and you can globetrot, or else keep separate home and work lines without the bulk of an extra device in the pocket. Sony is gambling that enough Americans have that multi-line desire by selling the Xperia tipo dual and its regular, single-SIM counterpart in the US as unlocked GSM models. Neither of the Android 4.0 phones is what we'd call a powerhouse with the same 3.5-inch screen, 3.2-megapixel camera and 800MHz Snapdragon inside, but both can latch on to HSPA 3G on AT&T, refarmed T-Mobile coverage and 2100MHz carriers abroad, even if the single-SIM tipo curiously has 900MHz 3G support that the tipo dual lacks. It's undoubtedly price that Sony is counting on more than anything: at respective contract-free prices of $180 and $190 for the tipo and tipo dual, the pair of Xperias may be sold most often as travel-only phones for the jet set.Filed under: Cellphones, MobileSony Xperia tipo and tipo dual reach the US in unlocked form, give Americans a taste of dual SIMs originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 15:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Sony (1), (2) | Email this | Comments

AT&T's new MiFi Liberate is LTE-capable, 'world's first' with touchscreen display

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 12:10 PM PDT

AT&T's new MiFi Liberate is LTE-capable, 'world's first' with touchscreen display


AT&T's new MiFi Liberate is LTE-capable, 'world's first' with touchscreen display
We'll have to give it to AT&T for going with something a wee bit different than what we're accustomed to seeing in the world of handy MiFis -- but with touchscreens apparently being a thing nowadays, it also shouldn't surprise us that the company chose to go this route. Either way, the newly introduced MiFi Liberate will surely be of help to those who need to stay connected while on the go, offering features such as LTE connectivity (provided the network's live in the area, of course), simultaneous pairing of up to 10 WiFi devices, 11-hour battery life, a microSD slot, DLNA capabilities and, as you can see above, a 2.8-inch touchscreen display. Unfortunately, the carrier didn't say when we can expect the Liberate to be up for grabs (or for how much), with a company representative only telling us that it'll be at some point "in the coming months." While we wait for those details, however, feel free to check out the extra pic located just past the break.Continue reading AT&T's new MiFi Liberate is LTE-capable, 'world's first' with touchscreen displayFiled under: Misc, Peripherals, WirelessAT&T's new MiFi Liberate is LTE-capable, 'world's first' with touchscreen display originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 14:48:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | AT&T | Email this | Comments

The Family Sedan Grows Quiet

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 12:10 PM PDT

The Family Sedan Grows Quiet


The Family Sedan Grows Quiet
Ford, Honda incorporate noise-cancellation tech to some new models.

Netflix App Updated To Take Advantage Of Wide Screen iPhone 5, iOS 6

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:39 AM PDT

Netflix App Updated To Take Advantage Of Wide Screen iPhone 5, iOS 6


Netflix App Updated To Take Advantage Of Wide Screen iPhone 5, iOS 6
Netflix teased this update earlier, and now it has delivered full support for the iPhone 5's larger screen and new aspect ratio. It's a change that means users get access to an improved browsing experience, more content on menu screens visible at once, and also fullscreen playback of videos in 16:9 format, instead of presenting them letterboxed.

BlueStacks teams with AMD to optimize Android App Player for Fusion, Radeon chip...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:38 AM PDT

BlueStacks teams with AMD to optimize Android App Player for Fusion, Radeon chips (video)


BlueStacks teams with AMD to optimize Android App Player for Fusion, Radeon chips (video)
AMD has a disproportionately large $6.4 million investment in BlueStacks, and now we're seeing one clear reason why. The two companies have teamed up to create a special version of the BlueStacks App Player that's tuned for AMD's Fusion-based processors and Radeon graphics cards, running Android apps with the full help of the chip desgner's hardware in Windows 7 and 8 PCs. Accordingly, over 500,000 Android apps are invading AMD's new AppZone portal without any needed tweaks of their own, giving the service a much larger catalog than if it had gone with Windows alone. Both companies have a clear incentive to this melding of desktop and mobile: BlueStacks suddenly gets exposure to as many as 100 million AMD-running users, while AMD can tout a giant app catalog that may be preloaded on future PCs using its components. We don't know if the world needs yet another avenue for playing Angry Birds, especially when many AMD-based PCs won't have touchscreens, but the BlueStacks partnership could be a strong lure for new PC buyers who'd like an instant software library.Continue reading BlueStacks teams with AMD to optimize Android App Player for Fusion, Radeon chips (video)Filed under: Cellphones, SoftwareBlueStacks teams with AMD to optimize Android App Player for Fusion, Radeon chips (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 14:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink TechCrunch | AMD AppZone | Email this | Comments

Cut The Rope-Maker ZeptoLab Score A Deal To Come To Kids’ Meals Near You

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:38 AM PDT

Cut The Rope-Maker ZeptoLab Score A Deal To Come To Kids' Meals Near You


Cut The Rope-Maker ZeptoLab Score A Deal To Come To Kids' Meals Near You
In another sign that mobile games are challenging or usurping other mediums like cartoons for creating powerful childrens' brands, Russia's Zeptolab just signed a deal with Burger King to bring their Om Nom character from Cut The Rope into kids' meals next March. Cut The Rope will have six toys in kids' meals next year. For its part, Zeptolab is creating a new game with six levels that goes along with the toys. The company isn't sharing terms of the deal except to say that it's a "marketing" partnership, which probably means that there is no licensing revenue. It's likely just a pure promotional agreement.

Nissan's next Murano?

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:38 AM PDT

Nissan's next Murano?


Nissan's next Murano?
Terra-ific or Terra-ble?

Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G review: T-Mobile's QWERTY slider falls flat

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:06 AM PDT

Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G review: T-Mobile's QWERTY slider falls flat


Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G review: T-Mobile's QWERTY slider falls flat
More Info Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G bringing keyboard, longwinded name to T-Mobile September 19th Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G shows off all sides, sticks with new name Samsung Galaxy S Blaze Q may be renamed to equally awkward Galaxy S Relay 4G We first heard rumblings about the Samsung Galaxy S Blaze Q slider back in August, and what stood out most -- apart from the rumored Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor and HSPA+42 connectivity -- was that long-winded moniker. Interesting, then, that Sammy should re-brand the T-Mobile device with a name that does nothing to clarify this handset's identity: the Galaxy S Relay 4G. That jumble of words aside, this phone offers a five-row QWERTY layout, a dual-core S4 chip and a 5-megapixel camera with LED flash, all for the moderate price of $150 (with a $50 mail-in rebate). Is this slider the best T-Mobile has to offer? Join us past the break as we give the Relay the full run-through. Gallery: Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G reviewContinue reading Samsung Galaxy S Relay 4G review: T-Mobile's QWERTY slider falls flatFiled under: CellphonesSamsung Galaxy S Relay 4G review: T-Mobile's QWERTY slider falls flat originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 14:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Google's Niantic Labs launches Field Trip app for Android, helps the working wor...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:06 AM PDT

Google's Niantic Labs launches Field Trip app for Android, helps the working world play hooky


Google's Niantic Labs launches Field Trip app for Android, helps the working world play hooky
While Apple struggles to figure out how to help its users find their way, the mapping experts at Google have just launched a way to get folks to diverge a bit from their given path. Field Trip, released for Android by Google-owned Niantic Labs, runs in the background on your Android handset, eagerly waiting for you to get near a point of interest. Once that happens, it leaps into action, showing you a card for one of thousands of cool locations -- historic spots, museums, restaurants and the like. Google's partnered with a bunch of taste makers for the project, including Flavorpill, Cool Hunting and its own Zagat, to get things done. You can vote choices up and down, change the frequency of pop ups and post your findings to Twitter, Facebook and that one Plus social network. There's also a driving mode serves as an auditory tour guide when you're behind the wheel. The app's available now as a free download in Play. The iOS version, on the other hand, is coming soon.Continue reading Google's Niantic Labs launches Field Trip app for Android, helps the working world play hookyFiled under: Cellphones, Software, MobileGoogle's Niantic Labs launches Field Trip app for Android, helps the working world play hooky originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 13:56:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Google Play | Email this | Comments

Samsung asks us to witness 'The Next Big Thing' at an October 24th event in New...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:05 AM PDT

Samsung asks us to witness 'The Next Big Thing' at an October 24th event in New York City


Samsung asks us to witness 'The Next Big Thing' at an October 24th event in New York City
We're starting to suspect that Samsung has a thing for special events. The company just asked us to clear our calendars for an evening presentation in New York City on October 24th, teasing that the "Next Big Thing" has arrived. It's easy to make the connection to the Galaxy Note line with a stylus front and center in the teaser, although just what's entailed is left to the imagination: is it a more formal launch for American Galaxy Note II variants? A new tablet beyond the Galaxy Note 10.1? All we know is that we plan to be there to find out.Filed under: Cellphones, Tablets, MobileSamsung asks us to witness 'The Next Big Thing' at an October 24th event in New York City originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Sep 2012 13:47:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Source: Apple’s UDID Replacement For Advertisers In iOS 6 Is Broken

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:05 AM PDT

Source: Apple's UDID Replacement For Advertisers In iOS 6 Is Broken


Source: Apple's UDID Replacement For Advertisers In iOS 6 Is Broken
Apple's UDID replacement for iOS 6, a more private and tool dubbed the Apple Advertising Identifier that users can opt out of, isn't working according to mobile app marketing platform Trademob. I spoke with Trademob CEO Ravi Kamran, who explained that any iOS 6 users who updated over Wi-Fi are showing IDs that are all zeros, instead of the unique tags being sent by those who plugged their devices in and updated via iTunes or Xcode.

Google Introduces An Easier Way To Sync Gmail Contacts To Your iPhone

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:05 AM PDT

Google Introduces An Easier Way To Sync Gmail Contacts To Your iPhone


Google Introduces An Easier Way To Sync Gmail Contacts To Your iPhone
No need to let Facebook and Twitter have all the iOS-integration fun: today, Google announced a new, easier way for Gmail users to sync their Google Contacts to their iOS devices. The company is introducing support for an open protocol called CardDAV, which will allow third party clients, including, most notably, the native iOS Contacts app, the ability to sync with Google Contacts.

Samsung Schedules October 24th NYC Event, Expect The Galaxy Note II To Finally L...

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:05 AM PDT

Samsung Schedules October 24th NYC Event, Expect The Galaxy Note II To Finally Launch In The US


Samsung Schedules October 24th NYC Event, Expect The Galaxy Note II To Finally Launch In The US
Get ready for another Samsung mobile launch. The Korean electronic giant just sent out invites for an October 24th NYC event. And judging by the prominent S-Pen graphic, the Samsung Galaxy Note II is likely the topic. Giant phone lovers, rejoice. Samsung's latest is about to hit the states.

Papa Gaga's restaurant panned in NY Daily News review

Posted: 27 Sep 2012 11:05 AM PDT

Papa Gaga's restaurant panned in NY Daily News review


Papa Gaga's restaurant panned in NY Daily News review
Joanne Trattoria, an Upper West Side Italian joint owned by Lady Gaga's parents received a scathing review from the New York Daily News.