Need for Speed Most Wanted for Android, 2 days left

If you are an Android gamer that loves to get their car racing, wrecking, and cop avoiding action on, you’ll probably know that the new EA game Need for Speed Most Wanted will be hitting the Android platform, especially when you consider the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 for T-Mobile comes with a pre-loaded demo version of the game.

However although owners of the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 2 can get a taste of Need for Speed Most Wanted for Android, other Android gamers have to wait, but not all that long as according to an article over on Android Community, Need for Speed Most Wanted for Android will arrive in 2 days time on the 30th of the month.

Zombiewood for Android & iOS, pure Zombie infection

Many gamers love playing games where they need to go round killing wave after wave of zombies, and there are many titles available on a variety of platforms. Today we have news of a just released game called Zombiewood for both the Android and iOS platforms that offers pure Zombie infection.

As it is being reported on Business Insider there have been a number of zombie type games being released, but there may not have been one like Zombiewood. The game uses its movement and firing actions from a variety of rival twin stick shooters, with the blood and gore of Zombie HQ along with hints of Joe Danger as you take the role of a stuntman during the filming of a zombie apocalypse movie.

HTC One X Jelly Bean update starts in Asia, also brings Sense 4+

The team here on Phones Review try and keep our readers up to speed with the latest news regarding the updating of Android hardware to newer versions of the operating system. Users of a variety of handsets are waiting for later versions of Android to be released, and today we have news of the HTC One X Android Jelly Bean update, which has started in parts of Asia and brings with it HTC Sense 4+.

More photos of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Premier hit the web

A couple of day ago @evaleaks posted the first live photo of the upcoming GT-i9260 - Samsung Galaxy Premier and today more photos hit the web showing the back and the sides of the device.

The Galaxy Premier has a 4.65-inch Super AMOLED+, dual-core 1.5GHz processor, 1GB of RAM, 8/16 GB internal storage (upgradable up to 64 GB via microSD card), 8-megapixel main camera and will run the latest Android 4.1 Jelly bean. It’s expected to be available starting December and its rumored to be priced around 400 eur.

GTA V pre-order now print exposed

The creative gamers could certainly design and print a Grand Theft Auto 5 poster, which could hint towards the expected Spring 2013 release date, and this is the image that has made its way online revealing a GTA V launch window most gamers agree on. The question we have now is not the chances of GTA V arriving around this time, but how authentic this marketing material looks?

ou can see the images below that we found via this forum, and clearly state “Grand Theft Auto V” with a small tagline under, which reads “pre-order now” and offers a rough timeline rather than an exact release date. Personally this picture looks as authentic as it gets, so there will be a good chance that this poster is official although it hasn’t been confirmed or denied at the time of writing.

Samsung TecTile 3.0 app update for NFC-enabled devices

Many new smartphones that are being released or in the pipeline are now adding Near Field Communication compatibility to their specifications, except the Apple iPhone 5 of course, but that’s another story. Now Samsung has improved their TechTile app which brings it up to version 3.0 for NFC enabled devices.

The company updated the application only yesterday and the new update brings with it a bunch of new features and improvements that will please owners of NFC capable handsets. For those that have never heard of the app, it’s a propriety application that allows owners of Samsung handsets to write and re-write various activities to NFC tags.

Microsoft Windows 8 event live stream & worldwide times

Many of you will no doubt have heard that today, October 25, is when the big Microsoft event for the unleashing of Windows 8 is being held. It starts in just a few hours time in New York and the event will carry on for most of the day. There will be a Microsoft Windows 8 event live stream and we’ll also give you some details of live blogs available. To make sure you don’t miss a thing we also have information on worldwide times for the event.

The event kicks off in New York at 10am ET and we’re expecting to hear all about the latest Microsoft Windows iteration, which will be used on desktops, ultrabooks, most tablets, hybrids and all-in-ones according to PCWorld. Nevertheless of course we always hope for more so we’re not giving up hope of hearing about new hardware too although we’ve already heard all about the Microsoft Surface tablet which will release tomorrow.

Dragon Mobile Assistant for Android ICS and up

When Apple first released the iPhone 4S the company introduced the world to its Siri voice assistant, but rival platform Android has long had its own versions of Siri unfortunately many of these not cutting the mustard in terms of performance. Google Now has been pretty much well received so far, but we now have news of the Dragon Mobile Assistant for Android devices running ICS and up.

The Siri rival has just launched on Google Play, and as the Android Community are reporting is still in beta so there are still some minor niggles that need ironing out. The application though is available free, and is a great way to interact with your smartphone, and below we have embedded the demo video for you.

Don’t Miss Out On These BlackBerry Apps

Research In Motion’s (RIM) BlackBerry has incurred huge losses since its sever went down in October 2011, bringing the large number of users – mostly professionals and business personnel – to a complete halt. Since then, it has been reported that BlackBerry’s share of the smartphone market has hit devastatingly – statistics given by IDC tells us it has dropped from 13.6% in 2011 to 6.4% in 2012, giving space to its competitors, Android and Apple to grow and prosper.


However, with all the technical problems surrounding BlackBerry, its loyal users still stick to the device because of its secured platform, which is highly resistant to various malware including BlackBerry spy software and BlackBerry monitoring app. The closed nature of its platform ensures users security while downloading apps, which are specially designed for BlackBerry and available at BlackBerry App World. Let’s look at some famous BlackBerry apps meant for business and entertainment.

iPhone 4S vs Samsung Galaxy S3 in Photo Shootout

When the Samsung Galaxy S3 was released, everyone was amazed with its looks and powerful features. Armed with a very cool processor and a considerable amount of RAM, it was supposed to do everything, including taking pictures, extremely fast and without any lags.

Microsoft Introduces Skype For Windows 8

Skype is the application that become popular because of the high-quality of the internet voice-over calls. Since the debut of Skype, the app evolved substantially and now you can make video calls at full HD resolutions. After the company was acquired by Microsoft softwaregiant, many of the users feared that it will become another failure next to Live Messenger, the service that received the Redmond-based company’s full support, but, for some reason it din’t mange to attract the users.

LG Nexus 4 With 16 GB Of Internal Storage Confirmed

LG Nexus 4 is one of the devices that is making the headlines lately, and we already know almost everything abut the smartphone that is underpinned by the hardware platform of LG Optimus G. The unannounced smartphone was already reviewed by a Belorussian publication, and each time the next-gen Nexus smartphone leaked, all the sources were complaining about its 8 GB of internal storage and that it doesn’t feature a microSD card slot.

Well, the @evleaks Twitter account, the one that is always posting press photos of unannounced smartphones like Nokia Lumia 820, Lumia 920 and Huawei W1, have now published the final technicalspecifications of LG Nexus 4. The owner of same Twitter account also posted what it seems to be the press photo of the smartphone, where the you can see clearer than ever how much the smartphone’s design reminds of Samsung Galaxy Nexus.

I remind you not to make plans for October 29th, next Monday, as Google will hold a special pressconference. At next week’s Google event we will probably be able to look at the new Android 4.2, but also see the new LG Nexus 4 in flesh along with a new 10-inch Nexus tablet.

LG Nexus 4 E960 will bring a quad-core CPU, Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064 clocked at 1.5 GHz, a 4.7-inch display with IPS technology and a resolution of 1,280 x 768 pixels, and 8 megapixel camera on the back and 8/16 GB of internal storage. LG Nexus 4 will come pre-loaded with Android 4.2 Jelly Bean and it will be powered by a 2,100 mAh battery. Hopefully the price of the 9.1 mm thick smartphone will be reasonable.

Galaxy Note 2 stunning digital painting video

If you already own a Samsung Galaxy Note 2 you will undoubtedly know that the S Pen is more ergonomic and responsive than the S Pen was with the original Samsung Galaxy Note, but just how good is the S Pen when it comes to digital painting on the Samsung Galaxy Note 2?

Well for those that like to draw or paint using the S Pen on the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 you are about to find out just what can be achieved in this video we have for your viewing consideration below that comes our way courtesy of Phone Arena by way of PhonAdroid.

The digital painting in the video has been done by artist Gérémy Arène, so don’t expect to be able to recreate the painting as easily as you think, but does go some way to show what can be done with the S Pen on the Galaxy Note 2.

10 Great Freeware Downloads You Might Have Never Heard Of

It seems like the internet is consistently becoming more regulated, and also more expensive. No matter how bombarded you are with ads for anti-virus software, video and audio tools, photo editors, and more, you might be surprised how many free tools are still available to cover all your online needs – even perform tasks you didn’t know were possible. Here are just a few of the best ways to maximize your PC without even touching your bank account.

1. AVG Anti-Virus

There are many different decent freeware programs to protect you from spyware and malware, but AVG is consistently rated highest when it comes to providing complete virus protection comparable to the kind you’d normally purchase at an expensive rate. AVG is known for its fast scanning capabilities, virus detection and quarantine, and disabling nearly all malware infections. It’s the first stop for protecting your PC without spending money.

Rolltop Amazing Folding Computer Concept

Just amazing! These were my 1^st words when I 1^st seen this concept laptop. I mean laptops that fold in strange shapes are no new thing but this one is the most spectacular so far.

Named the Rolltop, this is a computer system that comes from designer Evgeny Orkin and promises a lot. This is actually a folding computer concept that will have a 17 inch screen for better visibility.

Rolltop

Also things like power cord, loudspeaker, webcam, USB portand and many more are integrated in the design ensuring nothing will be missed by the user. And to add to the level of impressiveness, for a more beauty the back can be decorated with a variety of options ensuring a more beautiful gadget in the inside and on the outside.

Samsung flexible AMOLED displays delayed, Galaxy Note 3 maybe

For some time now we’ve been following the progress of Samsung’s flexible AMOLED displays dubbed Youm. We were hoping to have seen these new screens used by now and at one time it seemed possible they may appear on the new Samsung Galaxy Note 2 (Note II). However this didn’t come to fruition and it now appears that these flexible AMOLED displays have now been delayed. You never know though, they may finally make a debut on the Galaxy Note 3 or Galaxy S4.

Samsung originally planned the YOUMflexible displays to arrive in Q3 this year but it has now been reported that the mass production has met with a problem. In a way though this isn’t an issue for Samsung as its regular glass AMOLED displays are still proving extremely popular and sales of these hasn’t slowed, hence the delay of the flexible displays. The Galaxy S3 has been a phenomenal hit for Samsung and uses a 4.8-inch Super AMOLED HD display with a 5.5-inch version also following to the Galaxy Note 2. Indeed rather than production of these AMOLED displays being reduced, Samsung has actually increased it instead to keep up with demand.

LG Spectrum Android ICS 4.0.4 OTA update, huge changes

We have been reporting a lot recently of Android hardware being treated to the Jelly Bean update, but a lot of devices are still waiting to be upgraded to Ice Cream Sandwich with some handsets being left stuck on Gingerbread. Today we have news of the LG Spectrum Android ICS 4.0.4 OTA update, which brings some huge changes.

It was a few months ago now since LG officially said that it would update the Spectrum to Android 4.0, but the months went by without any sign of the new software. Now though as Droid Life are reporting the Android 4.0.4 update has been approved by Verizon for release.

Pinch To Unlock Your LockScreen

Pinch to unlock is a new jailbreak tweak that gives you alternate way of unlocking your lockscreen. If you are willing to change the old way of swiping or sliding the bottom of your lock screen you can install this new Cydia jailbreak tweak and unlock your lockscreen by just pinching you two fingers in either direction i.e. to inside or outside the same way in which we zoom in and zoom out the screens. Although this is a new way but I feel it is difficult as well because in the classical way you are using only one finger to slide to unlock now you will need two fingers means you may need to use both hands so this seems a little hasty but good news you are not loosing the slide to unlock function so you can use either way of unlocking. This becomes more useful especially on iPad because you don't need to move at the bottom of the screen instead you can any place for easy unlocking the screen.

If your device is jailbroken you can install pinch to unlock tweak very easily by just searching in the Cydia, this tweak is provided free by ModMyi repository.

If your device is not jailbroken you can jailbreak by visiting our jailbreak guides for iOS 6.0 & iOS 5.1.1 jailbreak.

Have a look at below video for more details on how this Cydia tweak works.

Buy a Nokia Lumia phone, get a free headset this Diwali in India

Nokia has started Diwali offers with its new promotion Celebrate Holi this Diwali with Nokia. With this new offer you get a headset free when you buy a Nokia Lumia phone. You get a Nokia J Bluetooth Headset free with purchase of Lumia 900, Nokia Purity stereo headsets by Monster free with purchase of Lumia 800, Bluetooth Stereo headset BH-111 free with purchase of Lumia 710 and Philips Headset free with purchase of Lumia 610.

Nokia has partnered with Yatra.com to offer free travel vouchers with select Nokia Asha phones. You get Yatra.com travel vouchers worth of Rs. 4500 with purchase of Nokia Asha 305, 308 and 311 Smartphone. Looks like the Nokia Asha 308 that was announced in September would launch by Diwali. The voucher consists of 4 domestic air ticket vouchers of Rs. 750 each and one Rs. 1500 hotel booking voucher.

This offer is valid till November 20th 2012 only. Hurry!

Byond Mi-book Mi1 7-inch Tablet running Android 4.0 launched for Rs. 4300

Byond Tech has launched Mi-book Mi1 their new Android tablet. This has a 7-inch (800 x 480 pixels) capacitive multi-touch display and runs on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). It is powered by a 1.2 GHz Cortex A8 processor and has a VGA front-facing camera for video calling. It has 3D video and gaming support and comes with free 3D goggles in the box.

Byond Mi-book Mi1 specifications

• 7-inch (800 x 480 pixels) capacitive multi-touch display
• Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) OS
• 1.2 GHz Cortex A8 processor
• VGA front-facing camera
• 3.5mm audio jack
• 3G (via Dongle), WiFi, USB 2.0
• 512MB DDR3 RAM, 4GB internal memory , 32GB expandable memory with microSD
• 3000 mAh battery

It also comes pre-loaded with regional language apps and MS office suite. Byond Tech would also launch 9-inch and 10-inch tablets and tablets with built-in SIM card slots in the Mi-book series that are priced up to Rs. 11,000 and Laplet series of tablets with poratable key pad attachment.

The Byond Mi-book Mi1 comes in Black and White colors and is priced at Rs. 4,300.