ClockworkMod Recovery for ASUS Transformer Prime

ASUS providing a bootloader unlock tool, someone has already gotten ClockWorkMod recovery up and ready to go for the masses to use. The team behind the custom recovery is also teasing CyanogenMod 9 on the tablet. No downloads are available for this one, yet, but we get a nice two-minute demonstration of the tablet running the custom ROM. It doesn't look finished quite yet, but definitely promising. Check the video out below.

If you want to prep your device for when that time comes, grab the newly available ClockworkMod recovery at the source links ahead.

Source: AndroidRoot.Mobi 1, 2

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LG X3 is Now Optimus 4X HD

The phone rumored as the LG X3, which is said to feature a 4.7-inch 720p display, will run with Tegra 3 processor now would launch as LG Optimus 4X HD, according to repot by PocketNow.

The LG Optimus 4X HD will also be making its way to T-Mobile in the US, where it will be rebranded G4X. Other features of this upcoming beast: an 8 MP camera, 21 Mbps HSPA support, and it will be less than 9 mm thick.

LG has been busy announcing a few of their handsets, including the Optimus 3D Max and Optimus 3D Cube, ahead of Mobile World Congress, but we suspect they will keep their biggest new addition under cover until their press conference in Barcelona this Sunday.

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Fujitsu Coming 13.1MP Tegra 3 Ice Cream Sandwich phone to MWC

Japanese Phone Makers are again Coming back to International Market. Today we can tell you what Fujitsu has in store for MWC in Barcelona. And it is one very impressive Android powerhouse, with:

• NVIDIA Tegra 3 (Maximum 1.5Ghz Quad Core + Companion Core) CPU + 12GPU
• 4.6” display
• 13.1 megapixel camera
• Water-resistant and dust-resistant
• Fingerprint sensor
• OS: Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

If Fujitsu wants to get back in the worldwide smartphone game, it’s picked a heck of a time to do so. Both HTCand Huawei have already leaked drool-worthy Tegra 3 devices before MWC, and fellow Japanese giant Panasonic has already revealed its high-end Eluga phone set for a wide release.

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Google updated its Flight Search For Android and iOS

After a Launch of Google Flight Search a fall back, now its optimized for Android and iOS. Now all features of desktop are available to Smartphone users. You can access the whole kit and caboodle simply by navigating your mobile browser over togoogle.com/flights.

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Unlock Bootloader Tool For Asus Transformer Prime Released

Asus Released Unlock Bootloader Tool for Transformer Prime as promised. Asus has made the unlock utility available on their website for download immediately, the link to which is in the source below, but it doesn’t come without warning. As with any attempt to alter the software or hardware, even the official method will render your warranty useless and may limit the level of support ASUS will be willing to provide. After unlocking the bootloader of your tablet, you will be able to flash custom firmwares on the device.

Via: ASUS

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NEC announces 3 new ICS LTE-enabled Phones in Japan for MWC

Three new Handsets are coming from NEC in Japan, all are equipped with Android 4.0 and are LTE enabled. The first phone is the folding dual-screen "Best Cloud Device," which promises to be easier than anything else for accessing cloud services.

The second device takes weird down a notch and is actually much like your regular Android slab. Presented as “Large Screen In One Hand,” the handset sports a high-res display and a thin bezel.

Last is "The Most Stylish" device, which features a fast-activating camera, water resistance and expandable functionality with the addition of a special jacket, though what kind of functionality that might be is a mystery.

We expect the NEC's new Models at MWC.

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LG Optimus 3D Max announced for MWC

International Version of LG Optimus 3D Cube announced for MWC. LG has also added an 3D cube like interface optimized for the 3D environment, however it is very similar to the interface seen on the original Optimus 3D, which the 3D Max succeeds. The Optimus 3D Max will run Android 2.3 gingerbread out of the box, though LG is saying that the device will receive an Ice Cream Sandwich update, however there is no word on the time frame for the update.

Specs: 

• Chipset: 1.2GHz Dual-Core processor (Texas Instruments OMAP4430)
• Display: 4.3-inch 3D WVGA Display with Corning Gorilla Glass 2
• Memory: 8GB Internal Storage, 1GB Internal Memory
• Camera: 5MP Dual-lens
• OS: Android 2.3 Gingerbread
• Battery: 1,520 mAh
• Others: HSPA+ 21Mbps, HDMI connection 2D/3D TV/monitor up to 1080p via MHL, DNLA for wireless connection with TV/PC (3D video also supported), NFC Full Support, LG Tag+

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Android Gains Top spot in UK Smartphone Market

Now in UK, Android has overtaken Apple in smartphone war. The Android OS system is now the number one mobile OS for smartphones in the U.K. with a 36.9% slice of the pie as of the end of last month. Last year at the same time, Android had a 20.1% share of the U.K. smartphone market which trailed both the leading 29.2% market share belonging to iOS and the 26.7% belonging to Symbian.

In the United States, the iPhone still outsold Android handsets last quarter. Apple garnered nearly half of all consumer smartphone market share — 48.4 percent — and Android had 42.8 percent. Together, these two dwarf RIM’s BlackBerry and Microsoft’s Windows Phone.

According to Dominic Sunnebo, global consumer insight director at Kantar Worldpanel ComTech, for the first time ever, the percentage of Brits using a smartphone is over the half-way mark at 50.3%.

Source: Guardian

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T-Mobile Leaked Document suggests HTC Ville, Samsung T769 and Huawei Prism Soon

According to the Document, we can expect to see the HTC Ville, Samsung T769 (Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G) and the Huawei Prism hit T-Mobile very soon. Though the devices themselves aren’t mentioned in the leak, their accessories are – which is good enough for us. It’s also nice to know we should see some official accessories to accompany the devices upon initial release.

Since this is basically an accessory list, we can’t say for sure when will these devices (except for the Blaze 4G) release. Either way, we hope to hear more details next week at WMC.

via TmoNews

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LG Optimus 3D Cube Announced

Again LG today Launched LG Optimus 3D Cube. We added Again because yesterday they Unvieled Optimus L Series(L7, L5, L3). It will be released in South Korea in partnership with SK Telecom next month for 847,000won ($753). 

 The Optimus 3D Cube features a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, a large 4.3-inch glasses-free 3D display, 16GB of internal storage, NFC support, and Android 2.3 Gingerbread. The phone has been reduced to 9.6mm compared to the Thill’s 11.9mm thickness. On the back, the Optimus 3D cube will have dual 5-megapixel cameras that will allow for shooting video and taking pictures in 3D.

LG has pre-loaded a 3D video editing, 3D mapping apps on the phone.Consumers will be able to download more from LG Smart World.

Press Release:

LG Electronics' Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) Launches
2012-02-22
■ SK Telecom, only the first line in early March guknaeseo
■ LG Electronics-SK Telecom jointly developed the "My Suit icon 'feature
■ The world's first "smart phone 3D image editing features provided '
■ Operating mode automatically changes the feature, 'LG tag plus (Tag +) 'mount
■ Jong - Seok MC Director "LG Electronics and SK Telecom, through its strategic partnership featuring" Optimus 3D Cube (Cube), 3D and 3G hit the market at the same time, "he emphasized



In early March, LG Electronics next-generation 3D smartphone "Optimus 3D Cube, (Model: LG-SU870) 'will be released by SK Telecom only.

"Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) in collaboration with LG Electronics, SK Telecom 3G smartphone with planned premium, MWC (Mobile World Congress) from the previous global mobile-related media, the most pre-qualified products is one of the articles.

The most noticeable feature phones can decorate the way you want your own 'My Suit icon', '3 D editing freedom ',' LG Tag Plus (Tag +) 'is equipped with specific functions, such as colorful.

"I feel like it icon 'feature jointly developed by LG Electronics and SK Telecom, the first feature phone, smart phone menus and icons typical user through a simple touch yourself or download a picture you can decorate with images freely is a specialized function.

For example, the application's icon to the alarm of his image changed to a cute dog or kakaohtok most frequently used icons such as pictures of lovers, etc. can be replaced, via cell phone to express your own individuality young cheungeurobuteo ' decorate my phone 'is expected to provoke a frenzy.

In addition, LG Electronics' Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) to strengthen significantly in the funny 3D features can be enjoyed in 3D, 2D games, and general imaging and specific applications, such as Naver Map is available to convert to 3D.

Together, the world's first 3D video editing fun memories Would you like to apply lovers, young married couples want to leave your baby growing more expensive camcorders do not have to buy 3D shoot in 3D, look directly edit the phone without glasses, 3D computer and so you can watch 3D TV connected.

Only aepseutoeoin LG Electronics' LG Smart World, a 3D-only applications, and 60 kinds of video content starting in the second quarter is expected to provide.

In addition, NFC (Near Field Communications, short-range wireless communication) utilizing 'LG Tag Plus (Tag +)' functions. 'LG Tag Plus (Tag +)' em, mobile phone sticker on the tag with the Sleep Mode Operation, Office mode, auto mode, auto mode, and change the lives of a variety of environments is a possible feature.

Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) is 9.6mm, 148g of the specification was released to the world's thinnest, lightest and most of 3D smartphone brightness 520 (2D) / 250 (3D) Nitro is the brightest. 3D Cube on the LG Optimus' thinnest and lightest 3D mobile phone "field is pushing the Guinness Book of World Records listed.

LG Electronics, Jong - Seok MC (Mobile Communications) Portfolio Management, "LG Electronics and SK Telecom's strategic partnerships with both 3D and 3G hit the market," he said.

LG Electronics' Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) is coming on Feb. 27 held in Barcelona, ​​Spain, MWC (Mobile World Congress) is scheduled to be released in the first

[LG-SU 870, Optimus 3D Cube (Cube) Specifications:
Size: 126.8 x 67.4 x 9.6
Weight: 148g
Display: 4.3 inches wide viewing angle (IPS) LCD screen
Camera: Dual 5MP AF, (front) 300,000 pixels ( rear) 5-megapixel
Memory: 16GB
CPU: 1.2GHz dual-core processor,
the operating system: Android 2.3 version Gingerbread
Battery: 1,520 mAh
Others: NFC, LG Tag + (tag stickers 2 sheets support)
has shipped: .847,000 won

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Samsung Galaxy Blaze 4G coming to T-mobile in March end for $150

T-Mobile has announced that it expects the Blaze 4G to land in "late March" for a price tag of $149.99 with a two-year contract and $50 mail-in rebate. The device’s most notable feature is the fact that it will run on T-Mobile’s super fast HSPA+ 42Mbps down network. The device sports a 1.5GHz dual-core Snapdragon S3 CPU, 4-inch Super AMOLED panel, 5MP rear camera with 720p video capture, a 1.3MP front-facing shooter and -- shocker -- Android 2.3.

 

Press Release:

T-Mobile Announces March Availability for Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G

The latest addition to T-Mobile's fastest 4G device lineup, the Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G

keeps consumers entertained and connected

BELLEVUE, Wash. - Feb. 22, 2012 - T-Mobile USA, Inc. and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), the No. 1 mobile phone provider in the U.S., today confirmed the upcoming March availability of the Samsung Galaxy S® Blaze™ 4G, exclusively from T-Mobile®. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G is the latest addition to the successful Galaxy S line of products, and T-Mobile's newest fast 4G smartphone to take advantage of 4G (HSPA+42) technology, providing customers with the ability to browse the Web faster than the average home Internet2 connection while on the go.

Consumers are increasingly demanding more from their smartphones - keeping them entertained, staying connected with loved ones and enabling them to complete more tasks using a single device. A recent T-Mobile survey found 79 percent of smartphone users are less likely to carry other technology devices, such as cameras, laptops and GPS devices, when they have their smartphone.

T-Mobile's newest 4G smartphone offers a variety of features and applications to help consumers be entertained and have access to the information they need when they need it. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G entertainment offerings make it easy for T-Mobile customers to stream their favorite movies on Netflix®, enjoy live or on-demand TV programs on T-Mobile® TV in mobile HD4 or download a popular movie or TV show using Samsung Media Hub. Additionally, the smartphone features TeleNav GPS Navigator, which provides hands-free, voice-guided turn-by-turn driving directions, real-time traffic alerts, full-color 3-D moving maps and local alerts, helping customers get to where they need to go. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G also comes preloaded with a customized version of the Yelp mobile application, featuring the ability to save profiles so users can keep preferences the same with one touch in any city, making it easy to find and read reviews for local places to eat, shop, drink and play.

Also pre-loaded on the device, the T-Mobile 4GPro App Pack offers an aggregation of key business applications, such as DropBox, Evernote, Square, TripIt, Camscanner and LinkedIn, helping busy consumers be even more productive while balancing their professional and personal lives.

"The Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G is loaded with rich features and services to keep consumers entertained and connected virtually anywhere they want to go," said Andrew Sherrard, senior vice president, marketing, T-Mobile USA. "Paired with T-Mobile's fast 4G network and our unlimited data plans, we're making it easy for consumers to enjoy the benefits of 4G experiences at a price they can afford."

Featuring a sleek and stylish form factor, the smartphone comes in a carbon black color and runs on Android™ 2.3 Gingerbread. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G also features a Snapdragon™ S3 processor by Qualcomm® with 1.5 GHz dual-core CPUs and a beautiful 3.97-inch Super AMOLED™ touch screen providing consumers with a rich experience watching their favorite movie or TV show on the device.

The Galaxy S Blaze 4G also makes it easy to connect and share photos and video with loved ones. It features a 720p HD video recorder, 5-megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom, flash and advanced shooting modes, as well as a 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chat.

Availability

The Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G is expected to be available at T-Mobile retail stores, select dealers and retailers nationwide, and online at http://www.t-mobile.com starting late March. The Galaxy S Blaze 4G is expected to cost $149.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate card, with a two-year service agreement and qualifying Classic voice and data plan. For more information, visit http://galaxy-s.t-mobile.com/samsung-galaxy-blaze.

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