One of the responsibilities of the HTCdev team includes providing a method to unlock the bootloader on several HTC devices. They now allow users to unlock the bootloader on over 30 devices worldwide. Last month we saw them unlock six more handsets on devices near 2 years old. This time around, they continue to open more devices around the same age and some even older.
Recently added to list are the:
- HTC Hero
- HTC Legend
- Droid Eris
- MyTouch 3G
- MyTouch 4G
As far as i know, there are already methods of obtaining S-OFF (unlocked bootloader) on all these devices without having to jump through the hoops at HTCdev.com. I would recommend methods like unrEVOked for devices like the Hero or Eris.
From my personal experience working with an HTC EVO 3D, the provided method from HTCdev doesn’t even give you S-OFF. This means the bootloader is still locked down, and its forcing people to use Fastboot methods when flashing custom ROMs and kernels.
While it’s nice to see these OEM’s make an effort to appease the dev community, they still aren’t letting us have full control of the device. Someday they might learn what we really expect from them, but until then we are stuck with this.
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Speaking on the company’s earnings call yesterday, NVIDIA CEO Jen-Hsun Huang advised that quad-core Tegra 3 smartphones would begin shipping later this quarter. Given that Mobile World Congress is only a few days off and a number of OEMs are expecting to announce quad-core handsets, this isn’t all that earth-shattering. Still, it’s nice to know that the phones that make their debut later this month should push out the doors in but a few weeks time. There’s nothing more aggravating than a device announcement followed by months of waiting… and waiting… and waiting.
“This quarter we are expecting to ship Tegra 3 based superphones,” Huang said. “At Mobile World Congress is when we expect to announce these devices, and we expect to announce and ship them this quarter.”
NVIDIA also mentioned that their 3G/4G LTE system on a chip will be arriving in devices sometime later this year. As some of you techie types know, current LTE phones and tablets use separate radio chips from the CPU. Combining them into one chip could lead to thinner and lighter devices, even if we’re talking grams and tenths of millimeters.
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With Christmas right around the corner, a lot of you procrastinating shoppers are probably starting to lose a little hair trying to figure out what to get the techie on your list. Thankfully, eBay Daily Deals is here to help with an HTC Evo View tablet for just $240 – and that’s with no contract. Think you can get it through Sprint for the same? Think again, as this is a huge $160 off Sprint’s price.
For those of you needing the specs, here you have it:
- 7-inch 1024×600 display
- 1.5GHz single-core processor
- 1GB RAM
- 32GB storage, microSD card slot
- 5MP rear shooter, 1.3MP front
- Android 2.3 with Sense
- Scribe Stylus Pen support, though no pen is included in the deal
- It should also be noted that, while this tablet is running Android 2.3, the Honeycomb update just came to the states for its GSM cousin, so we will likely see the same update for this version
There’s no telling how long this deal will stick around, as we’ve seen it a couple times before, but we suggest you get your rear in gear and pick one up while the deal is there and in stock! Check out the eBay link here.
Source: Android Police
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How would you like to measure your Android’s battery life in terms of weeks instead of days or hours? That may soon be a reality thanks to Mirasol Mems technology which promises up to three weeks of life and uses no backlight. One of the first devices to offer this display technology, the Kyobo Book Centre, has landed in the real world and Netbook News was able to check it out. Hardware includes a 5.7-inch 1024×768 display, a single-core 1GHz Qualcomm S2 processor, and Android 2.3 Gingerbread. Putting that aside, what did they think of the screen technology?
Video playback came in just under 30 frames per second which they found to be good enough for average viewing however gaming enthusiasts will not be impressed. Given the technology is geared more toward eReaders, it would be more than sufficient for books, magazines, and general video (no YouTube HD).
Colors were described as decent but not vibrant and viewing angles were less than impressive. The glossy display affected color brilliance in sunlight however it’s not essential to be glossy for mobile devices. Results will ultimately vary depending on what hardware makers decide to do with it.
We likely won’t see anything in the ways of Mirasol devices until the second half of 2012 but partner announcements may come in the next few weeks at CES. The eReader in the video will retail for roughly $310.00 (US) with the option to get a discounted one for $265 assuming you live in Korea and have a Kyobo loyalty rewards membership.
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The latest platform figures are out, and as expected, Gingerbread leads the pack. Gingerbread is now on more than 50 percent of Android devices while Android 4.0 is as absent as an official Verizon Galaxy Nexus release date. Froyo continues to decline but still remains second in command with a 35.3 percent stake. Surprisingly there are still .8 percent of devices that simply refuse to die and continue to run Android 1.5.
These numbers help developers make decisions about which OS versions to support and reflect the number of Android devices that have accessed the Android Market within a 14-day period usually ending on the 1st. What I want really want to know is — where are the last of the Cupcakehicans? Come on, don’t be shy, give a proud shout out in the comments!
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Featuring some unique gameplay, Dead on Arrival is a game not for the faint hearted. The aim is to fight your way past zombies, unlocking rooms and areas to seek refuge, in your quest to survive.
With new weapons for you to purchase in your fight against the zombies, Dead on Arrival is an action packed game offering full 3D graphics, optimised on the Xperia™ PLAY to keep you hooked.
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Garmin released its first fitness app onto the Android Market the other day and while it’s been reported to have a few bugs, it looks to be a promising addition to your fitness repertoire. Garmin Fit uses your phone’s GPS to track your movements and provides you with your current speed, distance traveled, elapsed time and calories burned. A key advantage of Garmin’s fitness app is its automatic upload of your daily workout data to Garmin Connect. Garmin Connect is a website that allows you to view your route on a map, easily track your progress, share your workouts with others and much more. Garmin Connect veterans will appreciate the convenience of having an additional training tool readily accessible via their everyday handheld device. You can even listen to music while enjoying your favorite workout routine thanks to Garmin Fit’s built-in music feature. Since Garmin Fit uses your phone’s GPS, it is ideal for outdoor activity where a steady GPS signal is available.
The app is only $.99 in the Android Market and is compatible with devices running Android 2.1 and above. To download Garmin Fit for your Android device, simply follow the link below and get started logging in those miles.
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If you’ve never used Box for Android, you’re really missing out. It’s a file organizer, and all your files are backed up online, much like Dropbox. You can share, browse, and add new files to your device, right from the app. The best part is that files aren’t just saved to that one device, they’re saved to your Box account. So when you log into Box on your Android tablet, or another Android device, all your saved information is right there.
The team behind Box for Android has just announced an update, which brings a new code base. They’ve also integrated with QuickOffice, making file editing even easier. Users can now rename, delete, and share files from the Box app, on any Android device (running Android 2.1+). This is sure to make quite a few people happy.
So, if you haven’t updated Box on your device(s) yet, you can do so by using the box below. Has anyone installed the update yet? What do you think? Drop a comment below!
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AppBrain has rolled out a new feature to their Android app discovery service today called The AppBrain Stream. What does it do? Oh just about everything. Simply put, the AppBrain Stream is a personalized news stream of all application and game related events which you find to be interesting. We’re talking reviews, recommendations, updates, and more. Find out what your fellow Android Guys and Gals are doing, ask Android-related questions, comment, like, and more. In other words, this is essentially an Android-focused service with the best parts of Facebook and Google Plus.
What are you waiting for? Log into AppBrain with your Twitter or Facebook account and get started! The sooner you begin following along and participating, the better the service gets for all involved!
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You know you always want to grab your headphones when you go out for a jog? Don’t you wish there was something better to put into your ears as you trek across the tri-county area? Jabra understands your needs and announced the launch of two products today that will become a part of a new Jabra Sports portfolio. Expected to be available this month (September) the Jabra SPORT and SPORT-CORDED are ideal headsets active lifestyles.
The Jabra SPORT features built-in FM radio, A2DP technology, and powerful bass to help get you moving during a run or workout. Additionally, the stereo headset features a wind-shielded microphone and is US Military Standard Rain, Dust and Shock Resistant certified. You know, just like those rugged smart phones! The headphones have an ergonomic behind-the-ear design and come with three different sets of eargels, so you can get the right fit.
The Jabra SPORT also comes with a free download of Endomondo Sports Tracker, the popular fitness tracking app for Android. Using the application one can track speed, distance, lap time, calories burned, elevation, and much more. Since the app uses your phone’s GPS, it can also track your route and map things out.
The Jabra SPORT-CORDED is essentially the same thing as the Jabra SPORT except that it has a –wait for it– cord. Same rugged protection, same water resistance but with a tether. Both the Jabra SPORT ($99.99) and Jabra SPORT-Corded ($69.99) will be available on Amazon.com in September however the Jabra SPORT will also be at Sprint and T-Mobile stores.
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