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Android Central Editors' app picks for Oct 1, 2011

Posted: 01 Oct 2011 02:37 PM PDT

Make your own clock

Come one, come all, app lovers. Let's check out some of our favorite applications from this week, in hopes that some of them may end up becoming some of your favorites as well!

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Check out whats happening at the Big Android BBQ via Android Central

Posted: 01 Oct 2011 01:32 PM PDT

Big Android BBQ

If you weren't able to make it to Austin for the Big Android BBQ this year, don't worry -- we have you covered.  We're on the scene and taking in all the sights, and sharing the highlights through the magic of social media.  In between the great food, great beverages, and great people there's even a chance to learn a thing or two.  We'll have a recap with all the details when things wind down, but in the meantime hit us up on Twitter to see what's cookin'!

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HTC Amaze 4G gets a silent hardware and software tour

Posted: 01 Oct 2011 12:33 PM PDT

 

Yesterday we saw a whole bunch of great new HTC Amaze 4G information come to surface, and today we are happy to have even more. This time we get a silent video tour of the hardware and software on the device, showing it off a bit and making the decision of your next device even harder. T-Mobile customers, will you be waiting for this, or picking up the Samsung Galaxy S II when it is available? Hop into the forums and let us know what device is next for you, and why!

Source: TMoNews

Samsung Galaxy S II to arrive in white on Bell starting Oct 7

Posted: 01 Oct 2011 11:39 AM PDT

 

White Galaxy S II

We all have been drooling over the white version of the Samsung Galaxy S II ever since we first saw it, and have anxiously been waiting for it to be released. MobileSyrup has received a nice image that shows that the device will go on sale at Bell starting Oct 7, which is only six days away. Pricing should follow that of the black version at $149 on a three year contract, and $599 off contract, so will you be picking one of them up? Be sure to hop in the forums and let us know!

Source: Mobile Syrup

Android App Review: ChannelCaster

Posted: 01 Oct 2011 10:01 AM PDT

ChannelCaster: Social News

Social media is all the rage these days. From Facebook rolling out their new layout, Google+ collecting members at a record rate, or Twitter doing whatever it does, seems like you can't click on a link or sign up for Spotify venture onto any part of the without someone's status, checkin, or tweet smacking you in the digital face.

ChannelCaster: Social News looks to further the concept of social in the news space by letting you follow sources you find interesting as well as browse and check out public channels other users have put together.

The whole interface of ChannelCaster feels reminiscient of some of the more eye-candy laden apps, like Pulse. All of your sources (or feeds or whatnot) are listed on your main screen and tapping one takes you to a Timeline-esque list of the most recent happenings from that source. It's a bit difficult to explain (and chaotic sounding), but it's actually quite cool.

You can even link up your Facebook and Twitter accounts to ChannelCaster and check on people's latest updates from within the app. From what I've gathered, it's read-only right now, so don't expect to update from within the app.

Honestly, ChannelCaster is something that just needs to be seen and experienced for you to truly get the effect of it. It's a very cool approach to news, and it's made by OneLouder Apps, the same developers who brought us FriendCaster and TweetCaster, so you know it's good.

Seriously, try it out. It's free, and I think you might just like it. For those who are about to rock, there's more pictures and download links after the break.

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Dell Streak 7 Honeycomb update has arrived for some

Posted: 01 Oct 2011 09:07 AM PDT

Dell Streak 7 Honeycomb

While it was rumored to not start until October 7th, it appears as though Honeycomb is now rolling out to some Dell Streak 7 owners. Though looking at the posts, we're not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing quite yet.

Some are reporting that it wipes your device clean, while others say it leaves all apps intact. A wipe would make sense, however, due to the nature of the upgrade. Another issue being pointed out is the lower screen resolution (WVGA 800x480) is a little claustrophobic on Honeycomb. We're still digging around for further information since it's not been conirmed whether this is a limited regional roll-out or not. If you got the update, leave some comments and let us know.

Sources: Dell,  Streaksmart Thanks, Sainthooligan!

LG Optimus 3D V10K firmware now available with 3D game converter

Posted: 01 Oct 2011 08:31 AM PDT

LG Optimus 3D Game Converter

LG has begun rolling out a new firmware version for the European Optimus 3D. The new update, which carries the version number V10K, is the first to become available with LG's 3D Game Converter software. This allows just about any regular Android game to be played in glorious stereoscopic 3D, provided it uses OpenGL graphics.

LG's in the process of compiling a list of officially-supported, 3D-convertible titles, however the link provided within the converter app isn't working just yet. We gave Angry Birds Rio a try, though, and the result was pretty good -- the 3D effect was on par with the native S3D games pre-loaded on the Optimus 3D, although there was a slight performance hit compared to 2D mode.

If a game isn't on LG's approved 3D list, you can still tap "menu" and select "customizable games" to try forcing 3D mode, though there's no guarantee this will actually work.

3D aside, our Optimus 3D seems a little snappier on the new V10K update, compared to the previous V10D firmware. Unfortunately this version is still based on Android 2.2.2 Froyo -- we're still waiting on the promised Gingerbread update for the Optimus 3D.

The update hasn't been pushed out over-the-air yet, but Optimus 3D owners whose handsets are part of the "Europe Open" region should be able to update using LG's PC utility. There's no word just yet on when this update will be hitting the Thrill 4G, the AT&T-flavored version of the Optimus 3D.

Source: XDA

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