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Modder builds $150 open-source thermal imaging camera to help insulate his house...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 03:02 PM PDT

Modder builds $150 open-source thermal imaging camera to help insulate his house (video)


Modder builds $150 open-source thermal imaging camera to help insulate his house (video)
Modder Andy Rawson thinks he's found the secret to turning smartphones into super-cheap thermal imaging hardware. Inspired by his quest to find leaks in his old home and the high cost of professional gear, he set about building his own. A 64-zone temperature sensor connects to his iPhone via the dock, overlaying the data onto his camera display. He's planning to open-source the $150 hardware, and an Android variant of the hardware is currently in the works -- although details for both are currently thin on the ground, you can see his announcement video after the break.Continue reading Modder builds $150 open-source thermal imaging camera to help insulate his house (video)Filed under: Cellphones, Misc, PeripheralsModder builds $150 open-source thermal imaging camera to help insulate his house (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 17:50:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Instructables | Email this | Comments

Disney's top food moments

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 01:57 PM PDT

Disney's top food moments


Disney's top food moments
Take a walk down memory lane as The Daily Meal revisits some of our favorite Disney food moments.

Firefox OS Marketplace leaks in current form, shows shopping Gecko-style

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 01:25 PM PDT

Firefox OS Marketplace leaks in current form, shows shopping Gecko-style


Firefox OS Marketplace leaks in current form, shows shopping Gecko-style
Mozilla has been seeding Firefox OS to eager developers for some time. However, we've largely been denied a peek at how the developer's own take on a mobile app store will play out on an actual device. Some of that picture just filled out thanks to some images of the mobile Firefox Marketplace that have landed in Engadget's hands. From what we've seen of the current store, it's a significant break from the top-level storefront we saw back in the Boot to Gecko days, not to mention Mozilla Marketplace on the desktop. The deeper exploration shows a minimalist store that's focused on quickly delving into individual categories rather than an abundance of highlighted apps. We're not seeing any startling revelations -- there's only free apps visible in these early images, for example -- but the gallery is proof that Mozilla is well on its way to fleshing out the core of its OS for a launch next year. Let's just hope that the rest of the software moves at a similarly quick pace. Gallery: Marketplace in Firefox OS during developmentFiled under: Cellphones, MobileFirefox OS Marketplace leaks in current form, shows shopping Gecko-style originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 16:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Around-the-world Tesla tour crashes just 600 miles from finish line [w/video]

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 11:51 AM PDT

Around-the-world Tesla tour crashes just 600 miles from finish line [w/video]


Around-the-world Tesla tour crashes just 600 miles from finish line [w/video]
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Green Culture, Racing, Videosnoooooooooo!!!!!! game over! +++ I'm fine!!!! That's how Rafael de Mestre let his fans know that his attempt to be the first to drive around the world in a standard all-electric car, a Tesla Roadster, had come to an end. De Mestre posted the above picture to Facebook along with a short video of "the black day of the race" showing the crash and some of the aftereffects (see it below). The Roadster rear-ended a Toyota Auris in Germany and de Mestre says, "First findings: crash was initiated by a BMW driving 7 cars in front of [the Roadster], who crashed into the ahead driving car." In the long-distance race, De Mestre was competing against the Electric Odyssey crew, which is supposed to get back to their starting point some time in October after circumnavigating the world in a Citroen C-Zero EV (the Mitsubishi i's sister vehicle). The French engineers in the C-Zero started their trip in February 2012, and de Mestre took off in May with the goal to overtake the shorter-range EV somewhere along the way. He managed to do that, but now it looks like the slow and steady duo will be able to claim the record, as long as their luck holds.Around-the-world Tesla tour crashes just 600 miles from finish line [w/video] originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 14:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Shocker: smartphone users like bigger screens, market share may respond accordingly

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 11:51 AM PDT

Shocker: smartphone users like bigger screens, market share may respond accordingly


Shocker: smartphone users like bigger screens, market share may respond accordingly
There's been a trend towards big smartphones. Sometimes, really big. Even so, concerns have persisted that the cart is driving the horse -- that customers are buying big phones because that's what's available, not because they have a preference. Kantar Worldpanel ComTech might not put that issue to bed once and for all, but its latest study suggests that there's at least some appeal to all that extra glass. Among Android phones sold in the past three months across eight countries, 29 percent of them had a screen larger than 4.5 inches. Their owners were unsurprisingly more active as well, using the internet and watching videos more often than those whose phones have more modest displays. Market share might be following suit. Throughout the countries Kantar is tracking, Android still has roughly half or more of the market, ranging from 46.8 percent in Brazil to a staggering 86.8 percent of Spain. In Europe alone, it was up by just over a fifth from a year ago. We know iOS is taking a beating outside of the US as a result. Before anyone calls the trend irreversible, however, remember that we're on the edge of an unpredictable period: we know some mobile fans have been holding out for a new iPhone, and all the apparent rumors have Apple choosing a bigger screen that might satisfy some outstanding gripes with screen sizes. We're also anticipating at least a few Windows Phone wildcards that could shake up the status quo and make this a three-horse race.Continue reading Shocker: smartphone users like bigger screens, market share may respond accordinglyFiled under: Cellphones, MobileShocker: smartphone users like bigger screens, market share may respond accordingly originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 14:48:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink TechCrunch | Kantar Worldpanel ComTech | Email this | Comments

Samsung Galaxy S III gets Quick Tap mobile payments system from Orange and Barcl...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 10:47 AM PDT

Samsung Galaxy S III gets Quick Tap mobile payments system from Orange and Barclaycard, works with most UK bank accounts


Samsung Galaxy S III gets Quick Tap mobile payments system from Orange and Barclaycard, works with most UK bank accounts
We've barely heard from Orange's Quick Tap payments system in over a year, but now the UK phone network has decided to dump the underwhelming Tocco Lite and add its mobile payments service to the NFC-capable Galaxy S III. Tying into any British MasterCard, Visa, Debit or credit card, you'll be able to pay up to £20 from your account without the need for PIN entry. New users on Orange SIM-toting Galaxy S IIIs will also pick up a 50 quid bonus when they activate the feature, which kicks off this Wednesday. Check the press release below for all the details.Continue reading Samsung Galaxy S III gets Quick Tap mobile payments system from Orange and Barclaycard, works with most UK bank accountsFiled under: Cellphones, MobileSamsung Galaxy S III gets Quick Tap mobile payments system from Orange and Barclaycard, works with most UK bank accounts originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 13:14:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

There's just four days left to enter our back to school sweepstakes with nearly...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 09:11 AM PDT

There's just four days left to enter our back to school sweepstakes with nearly $50,000 in prizes!


There's just four days left to enter our back to school sweepstakes with nearly $50,000 in prizes!
During the month of August, we published 14 back to school guides, covering product categories ranging from cameras and printers, to smartphones and ultraportables. With each post, we offered a selection of gadget must-haves, but we also gave you an opportunity to enter our massive back to school giveaway, including 15 identical bags stuffed to the brim (and far beyond) with some of the hottest devices of the season. You want these gadgets, and we want to help! The contest runs through noon (ET) on Friday, September 7th, so there's still plenty of time to enter -- simply leave a comment at each of our category pages, along with the giveaway post, to secure 15 chances to win. And to make things even easier, we're including links to all of our posts just below. Good luck, and have a fantastic semester! Engadget's back to school 2012 sweepstakes: win one of 15 gadget-filled bags! Engadget's back to school guide 2012: smartphones Engadget's back to school guide 2012: tablets Engadget's back to school guide 2012: ultraportables Engadget's back to school guide 2012: e-readers Engadget's back to school guide 2012: mainstream laptops Engadget's back to school guide 2012: gaming Engadget's back to school guide 2012: HDTV Engadget's back to school guide 2012: digital cameras Engadget's back to school guide 2012: portable audio Engadget's back to school guide 2012: accessories Engadget's back to school guide 2012: docks and clocks Engadget's back to school guide 2012: bags and cases Engadget's back to school guide 2012: printers Engadget's back to school guide 2012: fun stuff! Continue reading There's just four days left to enter our back to school sweepstakes with nearly $50,000 in prizes!Filed under: AnnouncementsThere's just four days left to enter our back to school sweepstakes with nearly $50,000 in prizes! originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

Nokia Lumia wireless charging pad breaks cover

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 09:11 AM PDT

Nokia Lumia wireless charging pad breaks cover


Nokia Lumia wireless charging pad breaks cover
That was quick: we'd heard rumors through The Verge of wireless charging coming to the repeatedly leaked Lumia 920 alongside a pseudo-PureView camera, and the mysterious @evleaks has come through with what looks to be press photos showing the wireless charging pad in action. As long as they're more than just wild imaginings, they reveal a puck-like surface that could juice up both the Lumia 920 and the less ambitious 820. We don't know much more about the charger, although it's expected to use Qi and wouldn't limit the phones and pad to coupling solely with each other. We'll know the bigger picture on September 5th; in the meantime, check after the break for a bonus picture showing both Windows Phone 8 devices with an unnamed Bluetooth headset that might join the charger in Nokia's accessory line.Continue reading Nokia Lumia wireless charging pad breaks coverFiled under: Cellphones, MobileNokia Lumia wireless charging pad breaks cover originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:44:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | EVLeaks (Twitter), (2) | Email this | Comments

LG teases Splendor for US Cellular, brings Optimus L7 to American shores

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 08:38 AM PDT

LG teases Splendor for US Cellular, brings Optimus L7 to American shores


LG teases Splendor for US Cellular, brings Optimus L7 to American shores
We've wondered if LG's L-series style phones, like the Optimus L7, would ever reach the US; we just didn't think LG would be the one to leak its own plans. Astute watchers at Smartphenom caught both a since-pulled LG product page and a brochure that have inadvertently confirmed the bigger (though not biggest) model in the Android 4.0 budget line arriving on US Cellular as the Splendor. The American voyage doesn't involve much of an overhaul, mind you -- the switch to the CDMA network and a conspicuous carrier logo are the biggest changes to the 4.3-inch handset. No word has emerged as to just how soon the Splendor will appear or how much it will cost, although the official documents and the L7's budget nature could put it in stores relatively soon with a low price tag.Filed under: Cellphones, MobileLG teases Splendor for US Cellular, brings Optimus L7 to American shores originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 11:10:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Unwired View | LG (PDF), Smartphenom | Email this | Comments

Europe Lays Out Proposals For Wireless Spectrum Sharing Amongst Fiercely Competi...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 08:07 AM PDT

Europe Lays Out Proposals For Wireless Spectrum Sharing Amongst Fiercely Competitive Carriers


Europe Lays Out Proposals For Wireless Spectrum Sharing Amongst Fiercely Competitive Carriers
Carriers are fiercely competitive, but swallowing their territorial tendencies, several around Europe have started teaming up to share mobile spectrum and other resources in the ongoing race to serve hungry mobile consumers with data for their apps, video chats and film streams -- expected soon to top 1 trillion megabytes of data per month. Today the EU took a step towards formalizing that, with the introduction of a proposal for spectrum sharing. Announced by Neelie Kroes, VP for the European Commission, the proposal "is an essential part of the solution to dealing with the wireless crunch... by using new technical possibilities to create a secondary market for spectrum rights."

Is the Nokia Lumia 920 coming with 8-megapixel FauxView?

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 07:36 AM PDT

Is the Nokia Lumia 920 coming with 8-megapixel FauxView?


Is the Nokia Lumia 920 coming with 8-megapixel FauxView?
Yes, we want PureView technology in at least one of Nokia's forthcoming Lumias. But let's be specific: it needs to be that same type of PureView that helps the 808 to take such amazing images, with something at least similar to that 41-megapixel sensor. That's why it's slightly perturbing to hear The Verge's suggestion from "sources familiar with the matter" that the Lumia 920 will ship with a paltry 8-megapixel version of PureView, which doesn't sound like it could deliver the same noise reduction or lossless zoom or other powers. With the expected announcement just two days distant, let's hope it ain't so.Filed under: Cellphones, MobileIs the Nokia Lumia 920 coming with 8-megapixel FauxView? originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 10:15:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | The Verge | Email this | Comments

S Cloud spotted on Galaxy Note II, reveals Dropbox integration (video)

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 06:54 AM PDT

S Cloud spotted on Galaxy Note II, reveals Dropbox integration (video)


S Cloud spotted on Galaxy Note II, reveals Dropbox integration (video)
We're still recovering from the onslaught of goodies shown off at IFA 2012, but there's one thing we didn't notice while perusing Samsung's gadgetry. The team at German site BestBoyZ discovered S Cloud in the settings menu of the Note II, which included the option to sync user data with Dropbox. Apparently, Samsung reps didn't have much to say on the matter, and BestBoyZ believe that's because it's not quite working yet (we're willing to agree, given the various delays). It's looking like the feature might be ready in time for the Note II's launch, which ties in nicely with the 50GB of free Dropbox storage you'll snag if you pick one up. Owners of other Samsung gear needn't be disappointed though, as it's suggested that S Cloud integration will be part of the Jelly Bean upgrades expected soon. We've embedded the reveal vid below, and don't worry if you can't speak German -- you'll still get the gist.Continue reading S Cloud spotted on Galaxy Note II, reveals Dropbox integration (video)Filed under: Cellphones, Tablets, Storage, Software, MobileS Cloud spotted on Galaxy Note II, reveals Dropbox integration (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 09:25:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | BestBoyZ | Email this | Comments

Samsung finishes initial Chinese factory audits, plans long-term solutions to la...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 06:23 AM PDT

Samsung finishes initial Chinese factory audits, plans long-term solutions to labor woes


Samsung finishes initial Chinese factory audits, plans long-term solutions to labor woes
Samsung faced some serious allegations surrounding the plants of its Chinese contractor HEG Electronics earlier this month, including potentially dire accusations that HEG was employing child labor. The Korean firm promised audits to set the record straight, and we're seeing the first fruits of those inspections today. The results were decidedly mixed. While there weren't any underage workers when Samsung visited, it did find HEG staff working excessive overtime, some unsafe practices and a system that punished late workers with fines. Samsung's response will go beyond just asking HEG to shape up, though: it plans to finish auditing all 105 of its exclusive Chinese contractors by the end of September, determine whether inspections of non-exclusive contractors are needed and set up a long-term audit schedule past 2013 that includes tougher requirements. While there's no certainty that the reforms will lead to the intended results, we're glad to hear that Samsung wants to turn things around at such a rapid pace.Filed under: Cellphones, Home EntertainmentSamsung finishes initial Chinese factory audits, plans long-term solutions to labor woes originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 09:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Samsung Tomorrow | Email this | Comments

Hate Windows 8 already? The Pro OEM edition will let you downgrade as far back a...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 06:23 AM PDT

Hate Windows 8 already? The Pro OEM edition will let you downgrade as far back as Vista


Hate Windows 8 already? The Pro OEM edition will let you downgrade as far back as Vista
Relax, Gabe Newell. If you buy a new Windows 8 Pro PC and discover that you really do detest the OS that much, you may be able to switch back to an older version -- either Windows 7 or Vista, but not near-death XP -- under the same OEM license. Will many folks want to do that? Probably not, and in case these so-called downgrade rights are actually only helpful in specific circumstances and generally don't come with boxed retail versions of the software. The main practical benefit (albeit still a niche one) is that a manufacturer could technically offer a Windows 7 disc in the box with a new Windows 8 machine and give customers a choice of OS. Alternatively, they could install Windows 7 by default (effectively a factory downgrade) and supply Windows 8 Pro installation media so that customers can upgrade for free when they feel good 'n ready. At some point, of course, staring at a redundant UI-switching button is going to grate.Filed under: SoftwareHate Windows 8 already? The Pro OEM edition will let you downgrade as far back as Vista originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 08:45:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink PCWorld | Kenny Chan (Linked In) | Email this | Comments

Hong Kong company completes purchase of Saab

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 06:23 AM PDT

Hong Kong company completes purchase of Saab


Hong Kong company completes purchase of Saab
A Hong Kong-owned company says it has completed the acquisition of bankrupt car maker Saab and will move ahead with its business plan to make electric cars under the Swedish brand.

Extreme Labor Day lawn games

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 06:23 AM PDT

Extreme Labor Day lawn games


Extreme Labor Day lawn games
Extreme lawn games: An adrenaline fueled Labor Day barbeque

History of the hamburger: from immigrant fare to fast food favorite

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 06:23 AM PDT

History of the hamburger: from immigrant fare to fast food favorite


History of the hamburger: from immigrant fare to fast food favorite
The iconic hamburger that we know and love today is very much an American invention, but the true identity of its inventor is still open for debate.

Nokia City Lens exits beta, gives a window on the world to Lumia owners

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 05:50 AM PDT

Nokia City Lens exits beta, gives a window on the world to Lumia owners


Nokia City Lens exits beta, gives a window on the world to Lumia owners
Nokia first kicked off the City Lens beta back in May. That was just four months ago, but it feels like an eternity in the mobile space. The wait has come to a welcome (if abrupt) end with the finished version quietly reaching the Windows Phone Marketplace for Lumia owners. From initial appearances, the augmented reality app is functionally the same as its test edition. Point the camera and you'll be shown points of interest in your field of view, with ratings and directions to get you on your way -- if you've seen Yelp's Monocle mode, you'll know the score. Don't be surprised if the source link doesn't initially work, as City Lens is slowly trickling out to Microsoft's servers, but do expect a quicker trip to the sushi bar when the app is in your hands.Filed under: Cellphones, Software, MobileNokia City Lens exits beta, gives a window on the world to Lumia owners originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 08:31:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink WPCentral | Windows Phone Marketplace | Email this | Comments

Puerto Rico offers excise tax breaks on hybrids, electric vehicles

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 05:18 AM PDT

Puerto Rico offers excise tax breaks on hybrids, electric vehicles


Puerto Rico offers excise tax breaks on hybrids, electric vehicles
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Hybrid, Legislation and Policy Puerto Rico is incentivizing its citizens with its own version of rebates: reducing excise taxes on hybrids and all-electric vehicles. This is an island full of excise taxes on a lot of things, including cars, lottery winnings, cigarettes, liquor, hotel rooms and cement. The government in the U.S. territory wants to cut combustible fuel usage and is thus adding excise tax breaks for those purchasing a hybrid or EV. Previous excise tax refunds of up to $2,000 have been increased. Gov. Luis G. Fortuna has signed a new law granting a rebate on the excise tax offering a good deal on hybrids and an even better one for EVs. Through 2016, anyong buying an electric vehicle will get a 100 percent excise tax exemption. For those buying hybrids, there's a 65 percent exemption, up to a maximum of $8,000, through July 1, 2013. The exemption reduces progressively beyond that - a 50 percent maximum not to exceed $6,000 through July 1, 2014, and then in successive years it goes to 40 percent (up to $4,000) and 20 percent (up to $2,000). While Puerto Rico is part of the U.S., it looks like you won't qualify for a federal $7,500 tax credit if you were to buy a Tesla Model S or a Nissan Leaf there. That's too bad - electric vehicles, especially Tesla models, are more expensive than high mileage internal combustion engine small cars, and consumers are looking for the best deals they can find, with many of them calculating all the numbers.Puerto Rico offers excise tax breaks on hybrids, electric vehicles originally appeared on AutoblogGreen on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 08:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments

Android Smartphone Sales, Led By Big Screens, Are Growing Everywhere Except In T...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 05:18 AM PDT

Android Smartphone Sales, Led By Big Screens, Are Growing Everywhere Except In The U.S.


Android Smartphone Sales, Led By Big Screens, Are Growing Everywhere Except In The U.S.
We've seen a lot of images of an (alleged) iPhone coming soon with a bigger screen, and some numbers out from Kantar Worldpanel ComTech, the WPP-owned market analysts, underscore how a bigger iPhone may not be coming a moment too soon. In the last 12 weeks, it found that Android-based smartphones have continued to extend their lead over the rest of the pack, and the charge is being led by the big boys -- literally. Of all the Android devices that have been sold in the last three months, nearly one-third (29%) of them had a screen size of over 4.5 inches, with large-screened devices from Samsung, HTC, LG (pictured), Huawei and more. Apple's current iPhone has a screen of 3.5 inches.

AMD's top-end Trinity desktop chip could cost just $130, the same as a budget Co...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 05:18 AM PDT

AMD's top-end Trinity desktop chip could cost just $130, the same as a budget Core i3


AMD's top-end Trinity desktop chip could cost just $130, the same as a budget Core i3
You can't get a Core i3 on Newegg right now for much less than $130 -- a sum that'll put you almost at the bottom of the Ivy Bridge league with a dual-core processor, 3MB cache and HD 2500 (i.e. not HD 4000) integrated graphics. That's why it's interesting to see these leaked AMD Trinity prices over at retailer BLT. If they're accurate, they indicate that the same amount of cash might afford a top-end Trinity A10 processor with overclockable 3.8GHz quad-cores, 4MB cache and vastly superior Radeon HD 7660D graphics. At the other end of AMD's range, a dual-core A4-5300 APU could cost as little as $60. The only catch we can see -- aside from the issue of accuracy -- is that by the time these processors actually become available rival Intel may well have seen fit to adjust its own prices. In fact, Chipzilla just launched some new Ivy Bridge processors over the weekend that brought the cost of entry down to $117 -- which goes to show that nothing stands still for long. Head past the break for some official gaming benchmark claims about the A10, or see More Coverage for extras.Continue reading AMD's top-end Trinity desktop chip could cost just $130, the same as a budget Core i3Filed under: DesktopsAMD's top-end Trinity desktop chip could cost just $130, the same as a budget Core i3 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 07:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink ZDNet | BLT | Email this | Comments

MyVoucherCodes Adds Restaurant Booking Functionality To Its Mobile App, Powered...

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 04:45 AM PDT

MyVoucherCodes Adds Restaurant Booking Functionality To Its Mobile App, Powered By Toptable


MyVoucherCodes Adds Restaurant Booking Functionality To Its Mobile App, Powered By Toptable
In a move that seems like a bit of a no-brainer, but for which the company is claiming a UK first: MyVoucherCodes has added the ability to make a restaurant booking from within its location-based 'money saving' smartphone app. That's right, cashing in on those local discounts and promotions just got a lot easier, as has the ability for the 500 or so participating restaurants to generate additional bookings. MyVoucherCodes isn't saying officially who is powering the app's new table booking functionality, although TechCrunch has learned that it comes via a partnership with OpenTable-owned Toptable.

T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 lands Ice Cream Sandwich update

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 04:14 AM PDT

T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 lands Ice Cream Sandwich update


T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 lands Ice Cream Sandwich update
After more than a month of waiting, Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1 for T-Mobile has finally joined some of its brethren with an Ice Cream Sandwich update. Big Magenta has posted the Android 4.0.4 download for those who'd like to install the OS manually via Samsung Kies. While the carrier says the Android flavor won't be delivered over-the-air, TmoNews reports that some users have loaded up their hardware with an OTA update. Ready to hop on the ICS bandwagon? Check your slate for an upgrade notice or hit the source link below for instructions and the appropriate download.Filed under: CellphonesT-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 lands Ice Cream Sandwich update originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 07:04:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink TmoNews | T-Mobile | Email this | Comments

O2 UK denies Xperia Ray, Arc and Neo owners Ice Cream Sandwich

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 03:11 AM PDT

O2 UK denies Xperia Ray, Arc and Neo owners Ice Cream Sandwich


O2 UK denies Xperia Ray, Arc and Neo owners Ice Cream Sandwich
It's bad news for Xperia Ray, Arc and Neo owners on O2's UK network, as the carrier's reported it won't be updating these Sony handsets to Ice Cream Sandwich. O2 claims it has tested three versions of the OS update and decided not to approve it, due to increased hardware requirements resulting in "speed and performance" issues. This is curious, since Sony itself had no problems getting Android 4.0 up and running on the devices -- even if it did take a while. If you know your way around a ROM, you probably stopped scoffing Gingerbread a long time ago. However, if you're yet to tinker and ain't scared by O2's "you can't go back" warnings, an hour or two on some specialist forums should have you sticky in no time (at your own risk, of course).Filed under: Cellphones, Software, MobileO2 UK denies Xperia Ray, Arc and Neo owners Ice Cream Sandwich originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 06:03:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | O2 | Email this | Comments

Swarmly Debuts Its ‘Waze For People’ On iOS — Know Where Is Hot Or Not, Right Now

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 02:39 AM PDT

Swarmly Debuts Its 'Waze For People' On iOS — Know Where Is Hot Or Not, Right Now


Swarmly Debuts Its 'Waze For People' On iOS — Know Where Is Hot Or Not, Right Now
Swarmly, a newly-released app for iPhone, thinks it's seen a gap in the location sharing market. Unlike check-in apps like Foursquare or indeed Facebook's own location sharing feature, it places far less emphasis on the social graph to focus on anonymous, aggregate location data -- powered by each Swarmly user's whereabouts -- so that the app can tell you where is hot (or not) right now. Think of it as similar to Waze's crowdsourced traffic data but for people. That's the ambition, anyway. But first it needs a ton of users to be anything close to useful -- a challenge that far too many, otherwise, good ideas face.

Engadget UK Giveaway: win a Samsung Galaxy SIII courtesy of Expansys!

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 02:07 AM PDT

Engadget UK Giveaway: win a Samsung Galaxy SIII courtesy of Expansys!


Engadget UK Giveaway: win a Samsung Galaxy SIII courtesy of Expansys!
If you live in the UK, and you've more than a passing interest in mobile phones (we're guessing that's a given), then you are probably already familiar with Expansys. The online store, known for its wide range of gadgets, and geek-friendly pricing, has kindly given us one of Samsung's Galaxy SIII handsets to give away. For the uninitiated, all you have to do to win this piece of tech nobility is leave a comment below. Well, along with read, and comply, with the rules set out below. Most importantly, on this occasion, you must be a UK resident. Good luck!Continue reading Engadget UK Giveaway: win a Samsung Galaxy SIII courtesy of Expansys!Filed under: Announcements, MobileEngadget UK Giveaway: win a Samsung Galaxy SIII courtesy of Expansys! originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 05:00:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | | Email this | Comments

MLB At Bat 2012 app update brings new stats overlay, Ford SYNC integration and more

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 01:35 AM PDT

MLB At Bat 2012 app update brings new stats overlay, Ford SYNC integration and more


MLB At Bat 2012 app update brings new stats overlay, Ford SYNC integration and more
If you're a fan of the MLB At Bat 2012 app on iOS, a new update brings a few noteworthy treats. First of all, iPad users are gifted with a new overlay that puts live stats on top of the action, meaning you won't miss a swing of the bat. Also, Ford SYNC users can now hook it up via AppLink, and get scores, schedules and live audio on the move. There are a handful of other new features, such as social sharing of video highlights and a re-designed news headline (iPhone only). No word on whether Androiders will get the same treatment yet, but for those on the iOS team, strike out on the source link for the goods.Filed under: Cellphones, Tablets, Software, MobileMLB At Bat 2012 app update brings new stats overlay, Ford SYNC integration and more originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 04:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink The Next Web | iTunes | Email this | Comments

Netflix coming to future Freesat satellite TV boxes

Posted: 03 Sep 2012 12:28 AM PDT

Netflix coming to future Freesat satellite TV boxes


Netflix coming to future Freesat satellite TV boxes
Netflix making good on those investment promises for its UK viewers, with the streaming service set to be included in a new set-top box coming tomorrow. According to The Telegraph, the new device will link straight into Netflix services. Freesat's satellite TV offering launched back in 2008, with both BBC and ITV behind the project, while the new set-top box is rumored to add on-demand downloads and the ability to view programs up to eight days since they first air -- catching up to similar services from BT, Virgin and Sky. We're likely to hear more tomorrow, but Freesat's hoping it will be enough to make Brits reconsider those wallet-thumping Sky subscriptions.Filed under: Home Entertainment, Internet, HDNetflix coming to future Freesat satellite TV boxes originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 03:20:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | The Telegraph | Email this | Comments

Max Planck Institute sequences genome of Siberian girl from 80,000 years ago, sm...

Posted: 02 Sep 2012 10:51 PM PDT

Max Planck Institute sequences genome of Siberian girl from 80,000 years ago, smashes DNA barriers


Max Planck Institute sequences genome of Siberian girl from 80,000 years ago, smashes DNA barriers
We've known little of the genetic sequences of our precursors, despite having found many examples of their remains: the requirement for two strands in traditional DNA sequencing isn't much help when we're usually thankful to get just one. The Max Planck Institute has devised a new, single-strand technique that may very well fill in the complete picture. Binding specific molecules to a strand, so enzymes can copy the sequence, has let researchers make at least one pass over 99.9 percent of the genome of a Siberian girl from roughly 80,000 years ago -- giving science the most complete genetic picture of any human ancestor to date, all from the one bone you see above. The gene map tells us that the brown-skinned, brown-eyed, brown-haired girl was part of a splinter population known as the Denisovans that sat in between Neanderthals and ourselves, having forked the family tree hundreds of thousands of years before today. It also shows that there's a small trace of Denisovans and their Neanderthal roots in modern East Asia, which we would never have known just by staring at fossils. Future discoveries could take years to leave an impact, but MPI may have just opened the floodgates of knowledge for our collective history.Filed under: Science, AltMax Planck Institute sequences genome of Siberian girl from 80,000 years ago, smashes DNA barriers originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Sep 2012 01:42:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink Wired | ScienceNOW (purchase required) | Email this | Comments

Social Gaming, Dating Account For The Biggest Growth In Carrier Billing

Posted: 02 Sep 2012 10:20 PM PDT

Social Gaming, Dating Account For The Biggest Growth In Carrier Billing


Social Gaming, Dating Account For The Biggest Growth In Carrier Billing
Over the last year, we have seen some notable advances in mobile carrier billing -- which lets people pay for services and content on their phones by charging it to their carrier bills: Google expanded its carrier billing services to music and more; Facebook joined the ranks of those offering it, and Amazon has a deal with a company that could help it potentially roll out such services, too. (Noticeably absent is Apple; more on that below.) Now, data shared with TechCrunch by U.S./German carrier billing company mopay provides a look at just how much money these kinds of services are making.