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  • 32GB model for Nexus 7 appears again, this time on Staples Advantage website

    After making an appearance on a Spanish retailer’s website and on several other sites, the 32GB model of Nexus 7 is back to tease us all again. AndroidPolice reports that the new model of Nexus 7 tablet with upgraded storage was seen on retailer Staples Advantage’s site. The tablet appeared in a search result of Staples website for business users.

    nexus7 32 32GB model for Nexus 7 appears again, this time on Staples Advantage website

    According to the site, 32GB version of Nexus 7 will be available on October 18th and will cost $248.37. Interestingly according to Staples site the price of the 32 gig model of Nexus 7 is almost $3 less than the 16 gig model, which is really strange. One explanation for this could be that Google wants to kill the 16GB model in the coming days and sell the 32GB model at the same price. But if that’s the case then why not kill the smaller 8GB model and continue selling the better 16GB and 32GB models? Well it seems like Google does not want to miss the $199 price mark of 8GB model and cannot sell the 16GB model of Nexus 7 for that price.

    While there is a lot of confusion regarding the pricing and availability of the 32GB Nexus 7, as October 18 launch date does not seem possible as this leak suggests at this point of time, we certainly know that the 32GB model of Nexus 7 is coming following all these leaks thanks to the retailers from around the world.

  • Google is now rolling out Android 4.1.2 update for Nexus 7

    Google has announced on its official Android building group that the Android 4.1.2 update for Nexus 7 tablet will roll out to the users today. The update that is termed as ‘minor’ brings several performance and stability improvements to the tablet. Android 4.1.2 also fixes several bugs that were reported by many users and devs. Along with the improvements to the software this update also adds a new landscape mode on the Nexus 7 home screen. While Android 4.1.2 is an incremental update, it certainly brings Nexus 7 and us one step closer to Android 4.2 update.

    jellybean2 Google is now rolling out Android 4.1.2 update for Nexus 7

    Android 4.1.2 update is rolling out to users steadily and it may take some time for it to reach a tablet near you. There have been reports from many Australian users about this new update becoming available on their devices. I have attached two images that show the landscape home screen and about page of the new build.

    jellybean1 Google is now rolling out Android 4.1.2 update for Nexus 7

    You can check out the full change log for the Android 4.1.2 update here.

  • Juicy details about Galaxy S III Mini surface ahead of tomorrow’s launch

    Right after we told you about Samsung releasing a ‘mini’ version of its Galaxy S III smartphone tomorrow in an event the company is holding in Germany, the renders, specs, and pricing details have been leaked over the internet. Samsung Galaxy S III mini, that according to a Samsung official will be a high-end device was expected to feature similar specs as its bigger brother (the Galaxy S III) but that seems not to be the case as the leaked details posted by MobileGeeks suggest otherwise.

    Juicy details about Galaxy S III Mini surface ahead of tomorrows launch

     

    Galaxy S III mini according to the report by MobileGeeks will feature a 4-inch Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 800×480 pixels. Unlike original Galaxy S III the mini version will have a 1GHz dual-core processor, 1GB RAM, 16GB internal storage, 5-megapixel rear camera with flash, front VGA camera, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, HSPA support and more. The phone is rumored to be priced at 399 euros.

    While many Android fans were hoping that this 4-inch Galaxy S III mini will outclass iPhone 5 with its Galaxy S III like internal specs, many are disappointed by MobileGeeks’ report and are hoping that the rumor turns out to be untrue. We will know about the authenticity of this report and more about what Samsung has in store for us tomorrow.

  • Download USB drivers for your Android device

    USB drivers are needed to successfully connect your Android device to a computer. This is especially important when you’re flashing a new firmware using ODIN or using fast boot. Whatever phone or tablet you may have, it needs proper and official drivers in order to avoid and issues upon connecting it with a computer. Most phones will install drivers automatically when you connect them for the first time to your PC, but sometimes they won’t so use the links below to get them for your device.

    Installing drivers is pretty easy, just download them and double click. Still, if you have any trouble installing them, let us know in the comments below.

    Below is a compiled list of all major OEMs along with the links to download the USB drivers.

    Google Nexus: Download Google Nexus Drivers

    Samsung: Samsung USB Drivers or Download Samsung KIES (drivers included).

    HTC: Download HTC USB Drivers (HTC Sync).

    Motorola: Download Motorola USB Drivers (Motorola Device Manager).

    Huawei: Download Huawei USB Drivers or Download HiSuite

    LG: Download LG USB Drivers.

    •  LG website > Search for product > Resources > Download driver.

    ASUS: Download ASUS USB Drivers or Download ASUS PC Suite (drivers included).

    SONY: SONY PC Companion

    If any of the links die, please report them in the comments below.

  • Update Galaxy Ace S5830 to Android 2.3.6 XWKTS official firmware

    Not everyone wants or can afford top tiered smartphones. For those people smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 is the idea choice. But just because you have a low end phone doesn’t mean you don’t deserve the latest official firmware. Today we will guide you on how to update your Galaxy Ace S5830 to Android 2.3.6 XWKTS official firmware.

    Android 2.3.6 XWKTS Firmware Details:

    PDA: S5830XWKTS
    CSC: S5830ITVKT2
    Version: 2.3.6
    Date: 2012-10-24
    Regions: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom

    Note that this being an official firmware, you will loose root privileges after its installed. Make sure to backup all your data and have your phone fully charged.

    Step1- Download the XWKTS firmware

    Step 2- Download ODIN

    Step 3- Boot your phone into download mode. Do this by switching it off and then pressing and holding the Volume Down + Home buttons together, and then pressing the Power button. You’ll see a triangle and an Android logo. Press the power button to enter download mode

    Step 4- Open ODIN on your PC. Make sure USB drivers for the phone are installed. Upon successful connection one of the ID:COM boxes will turn yellow with the COM port number.

    Step 5- Select all files you downloaded in step 1.

    • Click the PDA button. Select the file which has CODE in its name
    • Click the Phone button and select the file which has MODEM in its name
    • Click on the CSC button and select the file which has CSC in its name
    • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file

    Step 6- In ODIN select Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options. Select repartition only if your selected the PIT file

    Step 7- Click the start button. Installation process will take a few minutes. After that your phone will reboot with Android 2.3.6 XWKTS official firmware

  • Update Galaxy Tab 10.1 P7500 to XWLPD Android 4.0.4 official firmware

    Galaxy Tab 10.1 is one of the very first Android based tablets that Samsung released last year. Even though its quite old it still packs in a punch with a decent Tegra 2 chipset by nVidia. Back then it was launched with the (buggy) Honeycomb OS, but Samsung has now updated it to a much better Android 4.0.4 XWLPD official firmware. Just in case for whatever reason you didn’t get this update, the steps below will guide you how to.

    Android 4.0.4 XWLPD Firmware Details:

    PDA: P7500XWLPD
    CSC: P7500DBTLP3
    Version: 2.3.6
    Date: 2012-10-30
    Regions: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom

    This is an official firmware which means installing it will un-root your tablet. Make sure you backup your data and charge your tablet battery.

    Step1- Download the XWLPD firmware

    Step 2- Download ODIN

    Step 3- Boot your tablet into download mode. Do this by switching it off and then pressing and holding the Volume Down + Home buttons together, and then pressing the Power button. You’ll see a triangle and an Android logo. Press the power button to enter download mode

    Step 4- Open ODIN on your PC. Make sure USB drivers for the tablet are installed. Upon successful connection one of the ID:COM boxes will turn yellow with the COM port number.

    Step 5- Select all files you downloaded in step 1.

    • Click the PDA button. Select the file which has CODE in its name
    • Click the Phone button and select the file which has MODEM in its name
    • Click on the CSC button and select the file which has CSC in its name
    • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file

    Step 6- In ODIN select Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options. Select repartition only if your selected the PIT file

    Step 7- Click the start button. Installation process will take a few minutes. After that your tablet will reboot with XWLPD Android 4.0.4 official firmware

  • Samsung Galaxy Premier with 4.65-inch display and GSIII like design gets official

    Samsung has officially announced the new Galaxy Premier smartphone which is powered by Google’s Android OS. The phone features Samsung Galaxy S III like design and is aimed towards Easter European and Asian markets. It has been announced recently in Ukraine.

    The device features mid-level specifications when compared to GS III. Galaxy Premier has a 1.5-GHz dual-core TI OMAP 4470 processor with 1GB of RAM. It features a 4.65-inch Super AMOLED display that carries the usual resolution of 1280×760 pixels. On the back it has a 8-megapixel camera and a 1.9-megapixel camera is present the front. Other notable features of Galaxy Premier smartphone include Android 4.1 Jelly bean with Touch Wiz 4.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, LTE, GPS, microSD card slot with 32GB support, 2100mAh battery, and more.

    Samsung Galaxy Premier smartphone will be available in Ukraine in December in two storage capacities that include a 8GB model and a 16GB model. The phone also comes in different 3G and LTE versions. In Ukraine Galaxy Premier costs 5555UAH which is equal to around $680. Samsung is expected to make Galaxy Premier smartphone available in South East Asia, Korea, and China in the coming months.

  • How to enable USB Debugging mode in Android phones

    USB debugging mode is available in every Android phone. However by default it’s disabled. What is USB debugging? It’s a mode that allows you to connect your phone with a computer and use the Android SDK. Developers can use this to test live apps, take screenshots etc.

    Enabling USB debugging mode is a relatively simple process.

    To enable USB debugging in Android 4.0 and later

    ICS usb debugging How to enable USB Debugging mode in Android phones

    • Go to settings
    • Open ‘Developer options’
    • Check the USB Debugging option

    To enable USB debugging in Android 2.3 or below

    enable usb debugging 24 How to enable USB Debugging mode in Android phones

    • Go to Settings.
    • Click on “Applications”.
    • Then go to “Development”.
    • Check “USB debugging” from there.

    And that’s all you need to do. If you have problems enabling USB debugging feel free to ask us in the comments below.

  • Update Galaxy Note N7000 to Android 4.1.1 XXLS2 official firmware

    Even though Samsung has now released its successor, the original Galaxy Note N7000 is still a powerhouse of a smartphone. It can still hold its own against the very best of today. Of course that would mean nothing if it runs outdated software. Today we will guide you how to install Android 4.1.1 XXLS2 official firmware, which is the latest firmware available for the Galaxy Note N7000.

    Overview of the firmware

    • PDA: N7000XXLS2
    • CSC: N7000OXXLS2
    • Version: 4.1.1
    • Date: 2012-10-01
    • Regions: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom

    Make sure your phone is fully charged and your data is backed up. Since this is an official firmware, your phone will be unrooted after installing it, if it was rooted before.

    samsung galaxy note 1 Update Galaxy Note N7000 to Android 4.1.1 XXLS2 official firmware

    The guide to install Android 4.1.1 XXLS2 official firmware is below:

    Step 1- Download the firmware

    Step 2- Download ODIN

    Step 3- Boot your phone into download mode. Do this by switching it off and then pressing and holding the Volume Down + Home buttons together, and then pressing the Power button. You’ll see a triangle and an Android logo. Press the power button to enter download mode

    Step 4- Open ODIN on your PC. Make sure USB drivers for the phone are installed. Upon successful connection one of the ID:COM boxes will turn yellow with the COM port number.

    Step 5- Select all files you downloaded in step 1.

    • Click the PDA button. Select the file which has CODE in its name
    • Click the Phone button and select the file which has MODEM in its name
    • Click on the CSC button and select the file which has CSC in its name
    • Click the PIT button and select the .pit file

    Step 6- In ODIN select Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options. Select repartition only if your selected the PIT file

    Step 7- Click on the start button. Installation process will start which will take 5 to 10 minutes to complete. Upon restart your phone will be updated to Android 4.1.1 XXLS2 official firmware.

  • Samsung’s response to Jelly Bean update

    Jelly Bean update was announced by Google a few days ago and showcased a lot of new features that have gotten Android users very interested. Apart from Nexus owners, everyone is wondering when their beloved handset will get the Android 4.1 update. HTC has already given their response and now it’s Samsung’s turn. The statement by Samsung was:

    Samsung will soon announce which additional devices are eligible for the Jelly Bean update. As the world’s largest smartphone manufacturer, Samsung leads the Android community with best-in-class devices like the Galaxy S III, and is creating new device categories with products like the Galaxy Note. Samsung has delivered the most Nexus-branded lead OS devices and we are pleased that Google will be bringing Samsung Galaxy Nexus and Nexus S customers the first experiences of Jelly Bean on a handheld device.

    Certainly a lot of boasting about delivering updates to Nexus devices but we all know Samsung isn’t responsible for those anyway. The only thing we can make out of it that some of the devices will be getting the Jelly Bean update. Galaxy S III is surely one of those and Galaxy Note too probably. What else? Will Galaxy S II get the update? What about carrier variants of Galaxy S II and S III? Samsung’s Galaxy based phones alone outnumber almost the entire lineup of HTC. That’s great, but it makes updating all the more painful.

    Samsung’s track record regarding updates has been the worst of all manufacturers, and not just on Android. They botched the NoDo update on their Focus, a Windows Phone device. Galaxy S II took nearly 4 months before it got the update all over the world and even now there are some carrier variants that are in queue. Galaxy S update was a fiasco. So based on history Galaxy S III owners have some long waiting to do. At the earliest you’re looking at Q4 2012 which is still 6 months away.

    Those who want to go the custom way, do so. Relying on Samsung for updates requires patience and handling frustration. It’s hard to swallow, but that has been the Samsung way.