CyanogenMod 7.2 RC2 builds starting to appear for some devices
As promised last week, fresh release candidate for the Android 2.3-based CyanogenMod 7.2 are starting to appear, bringing the popular custom firmware to a handful of new devices, while bringing the usual mix of software enhancements and bug fixes. A quick glance at the CyanogenMod download site reveals that CM7.2 RC2 builds are now available for a number [...]
Apple admits iCloud was hosed for 15 million users this morning, after the fact
After a number of reports and tweets from across the Web announced outages for iCloud mail this morning, Apple updated its system status page confirming the outage lasted from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. PDT and affected approximately 12 percent—or 15 million— of iCloud’s 125 million users. Unfortunately, Apple’s iCloud Support page was not updated [...]
Motorola Droid X2 updated with security patch, wireless alerts, and bug fixes
Just because it's not the latest hotness on the Android scene isn't a reason to let the Motorola Droid X2 wither and die on the vine, and Verizon has begun pushing out an update to Big Red's first dual-core phone. It's not a big version bump by any means, but there are a few important changes:
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Deal of the Day: Body Glove Flex Snap-On Case for Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX
The May 9 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Body Glove Flex Snap-On Case for Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX. This case features a durable hard shell wrapped in a textured glove material that is easy to grip and protects your RAZR MAXX from scratches. It allows for access to all controls along with [...]
Verizon getting a blue Motorola Droid RAZR on May 18?
We've seen the Motorola Droid RAZR in white, black and purple. Now it looks like Verizon's got a blue version joining the ranks as well. According to the inventory screens we've received, it's slated for release on May 18. It's the same as Droid RAZR we first reviewed back in November — and that means it's [...]
Motorola Cliq 2 gets updated to Gingerbread
The Motorola Cliq 2 is finally getting it's Gingerbread update. I'll spare you from the witty and/or snide remarks abut Gingerbread being 18 months old. It's not an OTA update, and you'll need a computer running Microsoft Windows to update your Cliq 2. I'll spare you from the witty and/or snide remarks about that, too. [...]
ShopAndroid Daily Giveaway #65: Galaxy Nexus 3800mAh NFC Battery, Aquapack Waterproof Case & more
Before this weekend kicks off, we're doing one more giveaway from ShopAndroid.com featuring the Seidio Innocell 3800mAh Super Extended Life NFC Battery for Galaxy Nexus, Aquapack Waterproof Case, Qmadix Metalix Snap-On Cover for Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX, and the Verizon Leather Side Case.
Be sure and leave your comment below telling us which item you'd like [...]
ShopAndroid Daily Giveaway #60: OtterBox Defender Case for XOOM, Rugged QX Horizontal Pouch & more!
With the weekend nearly upon us, we've got one more giveaway this week from ShopAndroid.com. Today we're featuring the OtterBox Defender Case for Motorola XOOM, Rugged QX Large Horizontal Pouch, Seidio SURFACE Case for Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX, and the Nite Ize Leather Cargo Clip Case.
Leave a comment stating which item you'd like for your [...]
ShopAndroid Daily Giveaway #59: Incipio NGP Case for RAZR MAXX, Krusell DONSo Leather Pouch & more!
Today's ShopAndroid.com Daily Giveaway will feature some fantastic Android accessories such as the Incipio NGP Semi-Rigid Soft Shell Case for Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX, Krusell DONSo Mobile Leather Pouch, Motorola Skin Case for XOOM, and the Samsung Horizontal Leather Pouch.
To become eligible to win one of these featured accessories, just leave a comment below [...]
Pegatron Corp. Signs Patent Agreement With Microsoft Over Android, Chrome OS Devices
Microsoft snagged another one. Pegatron is the latest company to sign a patent agreement with Microsoft concerning Android and Chrome devices. The exact terms of this agreement were not disclosed, but according to a press release issued this morning, Microsoft will receive royalties from Pegatron under this agreement.
Microsoft’s aggressive strategy to license its patents for [...]