iOS 6.1.2 released, it's still jailbreakable with evasi0n

Source: Daily iPhone Blog - February 20th, 2013 

Apple has released iOS 6.1.2 for all iDevices.

The update weighs just 12.8 MB and according to official changelog provided by Apple it “Fixes and Exchange calendar bug that could result in increased network activity and reduced battery life.”

Soon after the update was released the evad3rs team updated its evasi0n jailbreak tool to v 1.4 to support just released iOS 6.1.2. Jailbreak process remains the same. If you updated your device to the latest software version and you want to jailbreak it just follow the video tutorial below.

You can download the latest evasi0n version from here.

Ubuntu OS for tablets announced - Video

Source: Daily Mobile - February 19th, 2013 

Canonical today unveiled its Ubuntu OS for tablets. Check the video of the Ubuntu founder Mark Shuttleworth explaining the Ubuntu OS for tablets.

Ubuntu OS for tablets features:

• Real multitasking: Uniquely, Ubuntu allows a phone app on the screen at the same time as a tablet app. The Ubuntu side stage was invented both to enable efficient multitasking and to improve the usability of phone apps on tablets.
• Secure multi-user: Multiple accounts on one tablet with full encryption for personal data, combined with the trusted Ubuntu security model that is widely used in banks, governments and sensitive environments, making it ideal for work and family use.
• Voice controlled HUD productivity: The Heads-Up Display, unique to Ubuntu, makes it fast and easy to do complex things on touch devices, and transforms touch interfaces for rich applications, bringing all the power of the PC to your tablet.
• Edge magic for cleaner apps: Screen edges are used for navigation between apps, settings and controls. That makes for less clutter, more content, and sleeker hardware. No physical or soft buttons are required. It's pure touch elegance.
•  Content focus: Media is neatly presented on the customisable home screen, which can search hundreds of sources. Perfect for carriers and content owners that want to highlight their own content, while still providing access to a global catalogue.
•  Full convergence: The tablet interface is presented by exactly the same OS and code that provides the phone, PC and TV interfaces, enabling true device convergence. Ubuntu is uniquely designed to scale smoothly across all form factors.

The Ubuntu tablet interface supports screen sizes from 6-inch to 20-inch and resolutions from 100 to 450 PPI.  Commercial tablets running Ubuntu will be released sometime in 2014 but installable image of the Ubuntu Tablet OS for the Nexus 7 and the Nexus 10 will be available on February 21.

HTC One hands-on videos

Source: Daily Mobile - February 19th, 2013 

Without a doubt HTC did a great job with the One, anyone getting "one" on March 15?

HTC Sense 5 and BlinkFeed - Hands-on video

Source: Daily Mobile - February 20th, 2013 

The HTC One was released yesterday and with the new device there is also a new Sense UI. Check the walkthrough video of the Sense 5 and the new BlinkFeed interface.

Acer Liquid E1 and Liquid Z2 officially announced

Source: Daily Mobile - February 20th, 2013 

Just few days before the Mobile World Congress Acer and officially announced its two new Android smartphones, the Liquid E1 and the Liquid Z2.

Acer Liquid E1 was unveiled last month, its company's mid-range device and features:

• Network: 3G 900/2100 MHz, 2G 850,900,1800, 1900 MHz
• Display: 4.5" qHD (960 x 540) with IPS
• Chipset: Dual Core 1GHz
• OS: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
• Camera: 5MP AF with flash LED + 0.3MP front
• Speakers: Dual speakers
• Additional features: FM Radio, Float Caller, Mood Agent, DTS Sound™, Acer UI 5.0, AcerCloud,
• Google Search, Google Gallery/Music, Gmail, Gtalk, Google
• Play Store, YouTube,Polaris Office Editor, Swype text input
• GPS: A-GPS(3)
• Connectivity: 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0+EDR, Dual SIM¹
• Sensor: Accelerometer, e-compass, light, proximity
• Memory: 4GB ROM(4) + 1GB RAM, micro-SD
• Dimension: 132 x 68.5 x 9.9 mm, 130g
• Battery: 1760 mAh

The Acer Liquid Z2 is an entry-level device and will feature:

• Network: 3G 900/2100 MHz, 2G 850,900,1800, 1900 MHz
• Display: 3.5" HVGA (480x320)
• Chipset: 1GHz
• OS: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
• Camera: 3MP or 5MP
• Additional features: FM Radio, Quick Mode, Google Search, Google Gallery/Music, Gmail, Gtalk, Google Play Store, Google maps, YouTube, SRS Sound™, Swype text input
• GPS: A-GPS(3)
• Connectivity: 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0+EDR, Dual SIM¹
• Sensor: Accelerometer, light, proximity
• Memory: 4GB ROM(4) + 512MB RAM, micro-SD
• Dimension: 110 x 62.5 x 12.25 mm, 110g
• Battery: 1300 mAh

Both devices will be available to buy in France, Belgium, Netherlands and Ukraine followed by Russia, UK and Italy. According to Engadget the E1 will cost 199-229 eur ($270-$310) while the Z2 is already up for pre-order from UK retailer Asda and is priced at 89GBP (around $137) with a shipping date set for February 28.

The Liquid E1 and the Liquid Z2 will be officially showcased by Acer at MWC next week.

Top Cydia Tweaks To Protect Evasi0n Jailbreak 2013

Source: Daily iPhone Blog - February 18th, 2013 

Learn how to protect your jailbreak by using these few Cydia tweaks. Learn to delete Cydia tweaks without having to restore and re-jailbreak device. New users will really enjoy knowing how to save their jailbreak without restoring. This will help save time and sanity. Watch the video below to understand how to keep your jailbreak protected.

Nokia Bringing Four New Devices to Mobile World Congress?

Source: Daily Mobile - February 17th, 2013 

The rumor mill on Nokia devices was kicked up again by a single tweet from Alan Mendelevich, who runs Adduplex. Apparently he found a few unidentified handsets Nokia devices being used in the wild. These devices are Nokia RM-914  the RM-885, the RM-887 and RM-860.

The Nokia RM-914 is rumored to be the lowest end of Windows Phone devices Nokia makes and will turn out to be the Lumia 520. Rumored specs below:

• 4 inch  Super Sensitive screen
• 1Ghz Dual-core
• 512Mb RAM
• 8GB storage
• microSD
• WP8
• 5MP with no front camera

While the RM-885 is the Lumia 720 which rumored specs are:

• 4.3inch CBD
• 1Ghz Dual-core
• 512Mb RAM
• 8GB storage
•  WP8
• microSD
• 6MP camera

The last two are assumed to be the "Nokia Laser" and "Nokia Catwalk". The Catwalk is rumored to be a thinner light Lumia 920 in a aluminum body and the Laser is assumed to be the new Nokia 41mp PureView device. While the Nokia Laser and Catwalk will get all the attention it will be the Lumia 520 that will be the most critical in Nokia's success as a company. If Nokia can put out a sub 250USD Windows Phone 8 device it will allow them to succeed in critical countries like India and China.

LG officially announced its 5.5-inch Optimus G Pro

Source: Daily Mobile - February 18th, 2013 

After all the leaks and hints, LG and officially has announced the spec, pricing and release date of its upcoming Android flagship, the Optimus G Pro.

The LG Optimus G Pro feature a 5.5-inch Full HD (1920x1080 pixels / 400ppi) display, it's the first smartphone powered by a quad-core Snapdragon 600 processor clocked at 1.7 GHz, 2GB of RAM, 32 GB of internal memory expandable via microSD up to 32GB, 13-megapixel back camera, 2.1-megapixel front-facing camera, LTE, 3,140mAh removable battery, wireless charging, will run Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean out of the box and will come in two color options: Indigo Black and Luna White.

It will hit the stores in Korea on Wednesday, February 20, for 968,000 won ($897), while the North America and Japan release is set for Q2.

LG will showcase its 5.5-inch Optimus G Pro at MWC next week.

HTC One final render, US price and availability

Source: Daily Mobile - February 15th, 2013 

The HTC One (codenamed M7) will be officially announced at a special media events held in both London and New York on February 19 and is expected to hit the shelves in Europe on March 8. But when it will be released in the US?

According to the latest rumors the HTC One will launch on March 22nd and will be offered by AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint for $199.99 for the 32 GB version and 299.99 for the 64 GB model with a new two tear contract.

No news if it will be offered by Verizon, but knowing the fact that the Droid DNA is Big Red's exclusive chances that we will see a renamed One (HTC Droid DNA Plus maybe?) are big.

The HTC One will come in black and white / silver and will have a metal casing with front-facing stereo speakers, a 4.7-inch full HD 1080p, 1.7GHz quad-core Snapdragon processor, 13-megapixel rear camera, 2GB of RAM and will run Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean with Sense 5.0 on top of it out of the box.

Archos Platinum tablets announced

Source: Daily Mobile - February 15th, 2013 

Archos has announced its new Platinum series of Android tablets.

The new line consists of 3 tablets: Archos 80 Platinum, Archos 97 Platinum HD and the Archos 116 Platinum.

All three share the same specs including:

• High-Definition IPS display with capacitive multi-touch screen
• QUAD core CPU at 1.2 GHz with 8-core GPU, with 1080p video decoding
• 2 GB RAM
• Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
• Full access to the 700,000 applications
• Archos Media Center applications
• Front and Back Cameras
• Mini-HDMI and Micro SD ports

The only difference is the screen size and resolution.

The Archos 80 Platinum has an 8-inch display with resolution of 1024x768 pixels and will hit the market this month for $199.

The Archos 97 Platinum HD features a 9.7-inch (2048x1536 resolution) IPS screen and will also be available in February for $299.

The Archos 116 Platinum has an 11.6-inch full HD (1,920x1,080) IPS touchscreen and it will be available in April and will cost $349.

The company introduced the Archos 80 and the Archos 97 at CES earlier this year and for the first time the Archos 116 will be showcased at the upcoming CeBIT 2013 in Hannover at the beginning of March.

What do you say about this new line of tablets by Archos?

Should Windows Phone be Aiming for the Low End Market?

Source: Daily Mobile - February 15th, 2013 

Above you see the top for selling devices on Expansys USA this week. Note anything in common with these devices? They are all Windows Phone yes, they are all imports and they are all "low end" devices here in the states. This makes me wonder why Microsoft is not launching these smartphone in all markets. Is Windows Phone missing a huge opportunity by not leveraging these devices at this price point?

I'd say they are missing out. While these devices will not be iPhone beaters they will capture an important market. This the market of first time smartphone buyers who are not loyal to any one operating system yet. Lets face once you have an Android or iOS device under your belt you are much less likely to switch since you have money in apps and all your email, photo's, maps, etc... sunk into a particular eco-system.  Low end devices are "gateway" devices that will get you into an eco-system and will lead you into more expensive devices.

This market is very important to any OS and Windows Phone is an OS that can not afford to miss any opportunity at this point in the game. If Microsoft can get capture these "first timers" Windows Phone success will be much more rapid. All of these "low end" smart phones need to brought to all markets ASAP the first timer smartphone buyers market is dwindling fast if Microsoft waits to long this window of opportunity will close for good.

Samsung Galaxy Fame - Video Preview

Source: Daily Mobile - February 15th, 2013 

Earlier this month Samsung has announced its new low-end Android smartphone, the Galaxy Fame.

Check the video preview after the break.

The Galaxy Fame features a 3.5-inch (480 x 320) display, 1GHz processor, 512MB RAM, 4GB of internal memory expandable via microSD card, 5 megapixel main camera, VGA front-facing camera, NFC (optional) and run Android 4.1 Jelly Bean out of the box.

Still there are no details regarding pricing and availability.

Does the Galaxy Fame fit your needs? Are you getting one?

Nokia Asha 310 announced

Source: Daily Mobile - February 12th, 2013 

Nokia today has added another member to its affordable Asha series, the Asha 310.

The Asha 310 is the first Nokia feature phone that offer both dual-SIM and Wi-Fi connectivity. It features a scratch-proof 3-inch WQVGA display, 20MB internal memory, microSD card support (up to 32GB), 2-megapixel camera, WiFi, GPRS/EDGE, Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP support, Micro USB 2.0 connector, 3.5 mm AV connector, USB and 2mm pin charging and impressive battery that will provide 17 hours of talk-time and up to 25 days on standby from a single charge.

As all previous Asha models, the Nokia Asha 310 comes with 40 free EA games, email, Facebook, Twitter, eBuddy and  pre-loaded Nokia Maps which works both online and offline.

The Nokia Asha 310 will hit Asia, India, the Middle East, Africa and Brazil from Q1 2013, it will be available in black, white and gold and will cost around $102 before local taxes and subsidies.

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Nokia Lumia 820 vs. Samsung ATIV Odyssey - Video Comparison

Source: Daily Mobile - February 12th, 2013 

Andrew over at MobileBurn compares two midrange Windows Phone 8 smartphones, the Nokia Lumia 820 and the Samsung ATIV Odyssey. Which one is better? Check the comparison video after the break.

Samsung ATIV Odyssey features a 4-inch Super AMOLED display, 1.5 GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage expandable via microSD card, 5-megapixel camera with 720p HD video recording, 1.2 front-facing camera and 2,100 mAh battery.

The Nokia Lumia 820 packs a slightly larger 4.3-inch AMOLED display, the same 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal memory (expandable via microSD card), 8-megapixel main camera, VGA front-facing camera and 1,650 mAh battery.

The ATIV Odyssey is a Verizon exclusive while the Lumia 820 is available from AT&T and they both retail for $49.99 with a new 2-year contract.

Which one would you choose?

Nokia Accidentally Shows off Their New Tablet?

Source: Daily Mobile - February 13th, 2013 

At a launch party for the Nokia Lumia 620 in Pakistan it seems like Nokia accidentally tipped it's hand for there upcoming tablet devices. If you look in the above shot you can see a Lumia like tablet on the screen.

What do you think? Is this Nokia new tablet they are going to introduce at Mobile World Congress?

Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean new features

Source: Daily Mobile - February 13th, 2013 

A couple of days ago Google has pushed Android 4.2.2 for GSM Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 and other than "performance and stability improvements" official changelog was not provided.  What's new? Check after the break.< 'p>

Download Notifications

New app downloads show percentage and estimated remaining time.

Quick Settings Toggles

You can use notification screen shortcuts as toggles, long press on the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, single press on the Airplane Mode, if you just tap them it will take you to the setting app just like before the update. (Little bit confusing, right?)

There are also new sounds for Wireless Charging and low battery notification.

Right after the Android 4.2.2 was released, Google updated the Nexus 7 product page on the Play Store and instead of "Up to 8 hours of active use" now it says "Up to 10 hours of active use".

Did you notice any battery improvement after the update?

The Nokia Lumia 822 Has a Big Secret

Source: Daily Mobile - February 10th, 2013 

As I was phone shopping last week I found out one the something that not a lot of people know out there. The Nokia Lumia 822 for Verizon is an unlocked GSM phone. That's right there is spot for a sim card in there and it almost doesn't matter who's card you slip in it works! A friend of mine is using his with a pre-paid carrier called Straight talk and I am using a local carrier called Immix Wireless on mine.

Why is this such good news you ask? Because this device is bargain on sites like Ebay. In fact as am writing this there is an 822 on Ebay for under 200USD delivered!  We are not talking about some old single cored low spec'd device here running Windows Phone 7.5. No, no, no this is a 1.5Ghz dual cored, 1 Gb of Ram, 16Gb of internal storage, 4.3 inch Gorilla Glass display with an 8mp camera on the back smartphone all for around 200USD contract free! This phone is a the Nokia Lumia 820's more beefier better spec'd twin brother. (My review for the Lumia 820 here.)

Which makes the real question for a lot of you out there will phone work with my carrier? The answer is that if the Lumia 822 supports your carriers bands and you have a GSM carrier it should. To make it easier I found the GSM bands the 822 works on and put them below for you.

• GSM 850
• GSM 900
• GSM 1800
• GSM 1900
• LTE 700

The other question is data speed on this device and your carrier... Again I will put that information below for you.

• HSPA+ (3G)
• EDGE/EGPRS (2G)
• FDD-LTE (4G)
• HSUPA (3G)
• GSM (2G)
• HSDPA (3G)
• LTE (4G)
• CDMA (2G)
• WCDMA (3G)
• CDMA 2000 EVDO (3G)

You will want to verify with your carrier to make sure these bands will work with your carrier BEFORE you purchase this device. If you would like more information on the Nokia Lumia 822 check out the full spec sheet here.

LG Optimus L3 II, L5 II and L7 II specs leaked

Source: Daily Mobile - February 11th, 2013 

It looks like LG is going to upgrade its popular budget friendly Optimus L line-up as specs of the Optimus L3 II, L5 II and L7 II leaked ahead of Mobile World Congress.

The Optimus L3 II is an entry level device and will feature a 3.2-inch (320 x 240 pixels) IPS display, will be powered by a 1 GHz processor and a 5 megapixel main camera, up from 3.2 megapixels compared to last years model. The handset was also spotted in the catalog of T-Mobile Hungary (image above).

The Optimus L5 II will feature a 4-inch (800 x 480 pixels) display, 1GHz Cortex-A9 CPU and PowerVR SGX531 GPU and will run Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, nice boost compared to the original L5’s 4-inch display with 320 x 480 pixels and 800MHz Cortex-A5 processor.

The Optimus L7 II (dual-SIM variant) specs leaked last month in Russia and will feature a 4.3-inch IPS display, 1GHz dual-core processor with Adreno 203 GPU, 768 MB of RAM, 8-megapixel main camera capable to record 720p videos and 2.460 mAh battery and will run Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, quite an improvement over its predecessor's single core processor with Adreno 200 GPU, 512 MB RAM, 5 megapixel camera and 1,700 mAh battery.

Both the L5 II and the L7 II are expected to have single and dual-SIM variants depending on the market.

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First Impressions: Pantech Discover

Source: Daily Mobile - February 11th, 2013 

For a long time Pantech has been known as second tier manufacturer of devices and never really seriously attempted to get out of that mold until now. Introducing the Pantech Discover this device is Pantech's first real flagship device. The fine folks at AT&T have let me test one for a little and I have been using it for a couple of days. Let's dive in and see if Pantech has a hit or miss here with the Discover shall we?

Specs:

Let's start with the basics the specs to see what Pantech is bringing to the table for a such a reasonably priced device. ($49.99 on contract)

• 4.8 inch screen
• 720 x 1280 resolution
• 306 ppi
• 12.6 mp rear camera and 2mp front camera
• 1.5 Ghz Dual Core Snapdragon Processor
• 16gb of internal memory
• 1Gb of Ram
• 2100 Mah Battery
• Micro Sd card slot
• Running Android 4.0.4

While I haven't this device for too long I'd still like to give you a short list of pro's and con's I have noticed so far.

Pro's:

• Feels Great in Hand
• Shape of Device makes it sit firmly in your hand
• The textured back is grippy/not slippy
• Speakers are good and loud

Con's:

• For a 12.6mp camera the pictures are Camera Phone average
• Buttons... ahhh?They are virtual or placed in the wrong spot.

You want more details? Check out the video below.

Still have questions? Leave them in the comments or send me a tweet and I will get back to you with answer.

BlackBerry Z10 vs. Samsung Galaxy Note II - Comparison Video

Source: Daily Mobile - February 7th, 2013 

Andrew over at MobileBurn compares the latest BlackBerry flagship device, the Z10 against Samsung's Galaxy Note II. Which one will win this "battle"? Check the video comparison after the break.

Which one do you prefer, the Z10 or the Note II?

Active lockscreen - Android App Review

Source: Daily Mobile - February 8th, 2013

Active lockscreen allows you to customize the lockcreen of your Android smartphone.

Check the video review after the break.

With active lockscreen everything on your phone is easy to reach, you can use your new lock screen with just one click to:

• Call your favorite numbers, recent contacts or open the phone’s dialer
• Launch recently used apps, such as Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn
• Stream social media updates on your locked screen
• Send text messages or communicate through Skype, WhatsApp, Viber, Email and Gmail
• Launch your camera or any picture related apps such as Instagram
• Define your most common contacts for quick and convenient calling

Active lockscreen requires Android 2.2 and up and is available from Google Play Store for free.