Articles Tagged “Android 2.3”
VIA unveils a $49 Android PC that can replace your old computer
by Lucian Armasu on May 23, 2012 4 Comments">4
Lately, we’ve been seeing a whole bunch of Android/Linux PCs that cost under $100, down to $25 for the Raspberry Pi, and you can use them for pretty much anything. It goes without saying that you should expect significantly slower performance than from a $1000 PC. But as a way to use more “computers” around your house for different applications, like making a Smart TV or a low-end console, these barebones systems are ideal. Now, a new ARM PC from VIA, based on a Neo-ITX motherboard, we’ll give you a quick way to back-up your old PCs in case they crash …
CyanogenMod 7.2 RC2 builds for several devices released, others to follow soon
by Adrian Diaconescu on May 16, 2012 3 Comments">3
Just days after detailing the future of CyanogenMod 7 and ensuring us that they will continue work on the Android 2.3 software builds beyond CM 7.3, our favorite independent dev team has already released a number of custom 7.2 RC2 ROMs for several Samsung, LG, and Sony devices. CyanogenMod 7.2, based on Android Gingerbread, is not yet final and needs additional work, but if you’re eager to get a taste of the software package and you have one of the supported devices, you can go ahead and download the builds from this link. The LG Optimus Black P970 is one …
The future of CyanogenMod 7 detailed, CM 7.2 to come soon, 5 new devices to get it!
by Adrian Diaconescu on May 11, 2012 0 Comments">0
Android’s Ice Cream Sandwich is all that everybody talks about right now and each and every one of you who owns a device running an older version of the OS is craving a scoop of tasty ICS and its butter smooth action. CM9 is the alternate software to go for in case your phone is not on an official Android 4.0 update list, but even that’s not enough to satisfy the needs of every mobile user out there. Fear not, though, because CyanogenMod 7, based on Android 2.3 Gingerbread, is a project that will be taken to new heights, according …
Sony Xperia S LT26i: How to root your phone running Android 2.3 Gingerbread
by Ken East on May 08, 2012 4 Comments">4
The Sony Xperia S LT26i is gaining a considerable amount of attention from developers lately, and it won’t be long before custom ROMs for this device will pop up like mushrooms. Rooting the Xperia S requires unlocking the bootloader of the device, but we have already covered that in another article. Unlocking the customizability and potential of your phone may require rooting your phone (and consequently void your warranty and potentially damage your phone), but the pros outweigh the cons. If your phone happens to be running Gingerbread, then we have got the right instructions for you. Read on to …
Sony Xperia S LT26i: How to unlock your phone’s bootloader
by Ken East on May 08, 2012 2 Comments">2
For those of you who love customizing your Android devices, a locked bootloader is a problem. You can’t easily root your device or install all of the custom ROMs. But when there’s a will, there’s a way and the Android development community is full of will. Thanks to the guys from XDA-Developers, there is now a way to unlock the Sony Xperia S’ Bootloader. Read on to learn how. Overview The Sony Xperia S is a great device but users and developers are turned off by the fact that it has a locked Bootloader. Fortunately, XDA developer member DooMLoRD was …
How to root Samsung phones running Android 2.3.3 to Android 2.3.7
by Carl Parker on Apr 28, 2012 0 Comments">0
The Android community sure knows how to make things exciting. Rather than just finding a rooting method for a single device, XDA Developers forum member StoneBoy Tony has figured out a way to root over twenty devices. You read that right. Samsung devices running Android 2.3.3 to 2.3.7 that couldn’t be rooted using the SuperOneClick tool can finally gain root access. StoneBoy Tony originally created the rooting method for the Samsung Galaxy Mini running Gingerbread, but it turns out that the rooting method is also compatible with other Samsung devices. Packing Superuser 3.0.7, su 3.0.3.2, and BusyBox 1.19.4, this rooting …
LG Optimus 3D Max is GCF approved; Q2 release expected
by Ankit Banerjee on Mar 24, 2012 4 Comments">4
With the ever increasing popularity of 3D movies and the ability to view entire movies on your smartphone, have you ever thought about combining the two? Well, you aren’t the first – LG brought the Optimus 3D, the first 3D phone, to market in April, last year. We now have an heir-apparent to the Optimus 3D, LG announcing the arrival of the Optimus 3D Max (with naming variations of Optimus 3D 2 and Optimus 3D Cube, for different markets). Does it deserve to be called “Max”, you ask? Let’s see. It features a larger 4.3-inch screen and the 3D video shooting …
New to Android – Getting Started on a Terrific Platform
by Sam Cater on Mar 21, 2012 4 Comments">4
Each day, hundreds of thousands of people buy an Android device. Though a lot of these people are familiar with Android, there are also those who are new to it, or perhaps unfamiliar with modern mobile devices altogether. In this article I am going to cover some points to get you started in the Android world, and help you feel more comfortable with your new best friend.
Adobe Releases Security Updates for Flash Player on Android
by Gary Sims on Mar 07, 2012 1 Comments">1
Adobe has released a new version of its Flash Player for Android that fixes some critical security bugs. The new version of Flash, which, incidentally, is also available for Windows, Linux and OS X, fixes security vulnerabilities in Flash Player 11.1.115.6 and earlier versions for Android 4.x, and Flash Player 11.1.111.6 and earlier versions for Android 3.x and 2.x. These vulnerabilities, if exploited, could cause a crash and potentially allow an attacker to take control of the affected phone or tablet. The update fixes two problems – the first is a memory corruption vulnerability in Matrix3D, a part of Flash which …
How to Install Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Value Pack on Samsung Galaxy S GT-I9000
by Alvin Ybañez on Jan 13, 2012 58 Comments">58
Who needs the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update when one can get some features of high-end Samsung phones into one’s Samsung Galaxy S GT-I9000? A leaked Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread Value Pack firmware from Samsung lets you enjoy neat features, such as Face Unlock of the Galaxy Nexus, and improves the mobile phone’s performance. This leaked Value Pack firmware build XXJVU update includes the following: Face Unlock from Galaxy Nexus Galaxy Note Lockscreen Galaxy S2 Photo Editor Improved Camera App Ability to take picture while taking videos Fast auto-rotation response New Lockscreen sounds Enhanced stock browser Smoother and faster Gallery …
Samsung Captivate Finally gets some Gingerbread
by Alexander Maxham on Jan 10, 2012 7 Comments">7
Those of us who don’t own the Samsung Galaxy S Captivate – on AT&T – have probably forgotten that Samsung has not yet released an official update to Gingerbread, until today that is. Now I can finally pick up my Captivate off my desk and update it to Android 2.3 using Samsung Kies. Listed below are some of the benefits of the upgrade: Download management New layout for larger fonts Word prediction, multi-touch for numerical input One-touch word selection and copy/paste Fixed Top-menu in Gmail Voice Search added into the search categories Vertical play mode added to YouTube 3D graphic …
The New HTC Rezound Sounds Extreme
by Lucian Armasu on Nov 14, 2011 5 Comments">5
HTC doesn’t have a lot of strong brand phones, like the iPhone or Galaxy S II, or even the Nexus, which is Google’s brand, and I believe that is hurting their potential. That’s especially true lately when they’ve been releasing phone after phone with little similarities between them. The Evo brand was pretty good, but it started to fade away, in part because of the reason mentioned before. But I think they have a new shot at this with the new HTC Rezound and its Dr. Dre Beats audio and headsets. They’ve put the Dr. Dre Beats headsets together with …
HTC Thunderbolt’s Gingerbread Update Expected (Back) Soon
by Alexander Maxham on Oct 18, 2011 1 Comments">1
The HTC Thunderbolt has a had a pretty hard time getting the upgrade from Froyo to Gingerbread. We’ve seen leaks, and rumors galore about the update. Not to mention the fact that the official OTA got yanked, which has gotten Thunderbolt users pretty frustrated, and perhaps looking to change to a different device – maybe the Galaxy Nexus? As far as we know, the Galaxy Nexus rumored to be a Verizon exclusive when it comes out sometime in late October or early November. Hopefully, HTC and Verizon have worked together to fix the bugs in the previous OTA so that Thunderbolt …
Samsung Galaxy Note vs Amazon Kindle Fire
by Lucian Armasu on Oct 08, 2011 9 Comments">9
The Samsung Galaxy Note is a 5.3″ device that should be the biggest, yet still pocketable, Android device once it’s on the market. It blurs the line between a tablet and a smartphone. You could watch videos on it, play games, browse the web and read books, too. This is why it could a much more portable reading and media consumption device, while still being pocketable, than something like a Kindle Fire. So, let’s see how they stack up against each other. Samsung Galaxy Note Specs Processor: dual core 1.4 Ghz Exynos chip Display: 5.3″ Super AMOLED + Gorilla Glass Resolution: …
Samsung Galaxy Nexus (Nexus Prime) VS HTC Rezound (Vigor): Omega Superphone Standoff
by Lucian Armasu on Oct 04, 2011 12 Comments">12
There are 2 upcoming next-gen phones that will offer the the iPhone 5 incredible competition product-wise, especially if the “iPhone 5″ will be just an upgraded iPhone 4. Those phones are the Android Ice-Cream Sandwich powered Nexus Prime (which might actually be split in 2 versions: a global one called Galaxy Nexus, and a Verizon one called Droid Prime), and HTC’s latest superphone, the HTC Vigor. Let’s see what they are all about so you can decide what best fits you. Let’s start with the easy part – the specs – and then we see how each stand up against …
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