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- Video walkthrough of the Verizon Galaxy Nexus navigation vehicle mount and spare battery charger
- Verizon Galaxy Nexus, Smoother on ICS [From the Forums]
- Available from Verizon Dec. 15 ... The Samsung Galaxy Nexus!!!
- Verizon Galaxy Nexus Image Gallery
- Hands-on with the Prada Phone by LG 3.0
- Carrier IQ being grilled by FTC, but who's asking questions of the carriers?
- 'Almost CyanogenMod 7' ROM for LG Thrill 4G and Optimus 3D coming along nicely
- Available from Verizon Dec. 15 ... More cities get 4G LTE
- Toshiba Thrive 7 review
- LG Prada 3.0 gets officially official
- Telstra is the latest carrier to have the Galaxy Nexus before Verizon
- Google+ update will allow you to initiate Hangouts from your phone
- American Airlines adding Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 to select flights
- Android Game Review: Ozzy's Odyssey
- HTC releases source code for Desire S Gingerbread update, and Sensation XL world versions
- Available from Verizon Dec. 15 ... the white Motorola Droid RAZR!
- Deal of the Day: Mobi Products Hard Shell Case for AT&T Galaxy S II
- T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II getting fixes for caller ID, battery life, Wifi calling
- Samsung Galaxy S II (I-9100) Ice Cream Sandwich ROM leaks out
- LG Prada 3.0 sneaks out of Germany ahead of today's launch
- Plants vs Zombies finally available in the Android Market, brings Peggle with it
- Day 9 of Google's 10-day, 10-cent, 10 billion app download celebration
- A video tour of the Verizon Galaxy Nexus from another lucky Android Central member
- Japan getting the LG Optimus LTE on NTT Docomo
| Video walkthrough of the Verizon Galaxy Nexus navigation vehicle mount and spare battery charger Posted: 14 Dec 2011 05:31 PM PST
What we have here is an excellent video walkthrough of a couple of Verizon Galaxy Nexus accessories that should be available in the morning -- the navigation vehicle mount and the spare battery charging kit -- from forums member Aatrek. Note it's a "Navigation vehicle mount" and not a "Car dock" or anything. It's a hunk of plastic that the phone sits in, that's all. No contact charging, no Bluetooth audio. In other words, it does not bring, as the kids say, the sex. The spare battery charger, on the other hand, chargers a spare battery. No muss, no fuss. Source: Galaxy Nexus forums 
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| Verizon Galaxy Nexus, Smoother on ICS [From the Forums] Posted: 14 Dec 2011 03:52 PM PST And just like that.. no more speculation about the Verizon Galaxy Nexus release date. If you're looking to talk about that and more, head on into the Android Central forums. You can hit up some of the threads below or start your own today:
If you're not already a member of the Android Central forums, you can register your account today. 
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| Available from Verizon Dec. 15 ... The Samsung Galaxy Nexus!!! Posted: 14 Dec 2011 02:17 PM PST Finally, just shy of two months since the phone was first announced by Google and Samsung and after who knows how many unofficial release dates, the Galaxy Nexus has a launch date for Verizon. And that date is ... drum roll, please ... Dec. 15. And the price: $299 on contract. Mobile hotspot access will cost an extra $20 a month and will serve up to 10 Wifi devices. So, now that that's settled, here are a couple of links you need to check out before you seal the deal:
So that's it, folks. It's finally time. Full presser's after the break. 
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| Verizon Galaxy Nexus Image Gallery Posted: 14 Dec 2011 02:16 PM PST Want a closer look at the Verizon Samsung Galaxy Nexus? Here's a gallery straight from the source. 
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| Hands-on with the Prada Phone by LG 3.0 Posted: 14 Dec 2011 01:29 PM PST LG and Prada have just unveiled their latest smartphone offering, the Prada Phone by LG 3.0. It's a device that combines high-end smartphone components from LG with a unique Prada-designed chassis and a distinctive, almost-monochrome UI. (Shame the name's so awkward though.) We got our first look of the phone at today's joint event in London's Mayfair district, so join us after the jump to find out what we thought. 
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| Carrier IQ being grilled by FTC, but who's asking questions of the carriers? Posted: 14 Dec 2011 01:26 PM PST We're all getting tired of the whole Carrier IQ mess. Analytics are necessary evil, but in this case done in a totally bullshit way, with little or no regard to how the consumer might feel about it. No wonder it caused a huge uproar, which has now found its way to Washington. Federal lawmakers have executives from Carrier IQ in front of them today, hammering them about how the software works, why it's needed, and how bad this is for you and I. According to Mira Woods from Carrier IQ marketing communications, Carrier IQ has been completely transparent and has nothing to hide. She also confirmed that Carrier IQ chief executive Larry Lenhart and the company’s senior vice president for marketing Andrew Coward met with regulators today to the Washington Post. The FTC and FCC are investigating after being asked by Rep. Edward J. Markey (D-Mass) as a possible unfair or deceptive act or practice. Yes, a bunch of people who may or may not really care about you and I are putting on a good show during an election year. Hallelujah! But that's all a load of crapola. Where are the execs from the Big 4 U.S. carriers that hired Carrier IQ, and why aren't they sweating it out in front of some elected people or FTC bigwigs? Yes, I said all four -- Verizon may not use Carrier IQ, but they collect the same exact information somehow. This whole campaign against a small company from Silicon Valley that writes software for American cellular carriers is a lynch mob going after the wrong people. The folks you pay every month are the real culprits here, and were just looking for an easy way to harvest information out of you. They found someone smart enough to write it and went all-in. When Carrier IQ gets driven out of business, and the bids go out for someone else to write the same style software, there will be plenty of takers. Suits from AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon need to be held accountable for this one folks, because they aren't going to stop until they are forced to -- even if that means contracting another company to do their dirty work. More: Washington Post 
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| 'Almost CyanogenMod 7' ROM for LG Thrill 4G and Optimus 3D coming along nicely Posted: 14 Dec 2011 12:30 PM PST Have an Optimus 3D or LG Thrill 4G (the U.S. version on AT&T)? Here's news you'll love -- Ricardo Cerqueira, an Android hacking mastermind when it comes to high-end LG devices, has released a new version of his "Almost CyanogenMod 7" ROM today. Why the "Almost" tag? Ricardo explains thusly:
If you're using an LG Thrill 4G, go download it now from the source link. If you're using an Optimus 3D, you'll need to have the Gingerbread baseband installed (unlike the previous version of Almost CM) so you'll need to flash the current stock ROM from the LG Updater tool, then re-root your device. That sounds like a bit of a headache, and it is, but it's well worth it as the new baseband brings along an impressive speed boost from HSPA+ networks. This should tide us over until CM9 and Ice Cream Sandwich gets cranked out for the Cosmopolitan. Go slow, read everything, and be sure to visit the forums if you have any questions. Source: RootzWiki; via +Ricardo Cerqueira 
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| Available from Verizon Dec. 15 ... More cities get 4G LTE Posted: 14 Dec 2011 11:23 AM PST See what we did there (again)? Verizon today announced that on Dec. 15 (that'd be tomorrow) it's adding the following cities to its 4G LTE roster:
Verizon also announced 4G LTE expansions in San Diego and San Francisco; Washington, D.C.; Savannah, Ga.; Chicagoland, Ill.; and Baltimore and Hagerstown, Md. Source: Verizon 
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| Posted: 14 Dec 2011 11:02 AM PST In the vast sea of Android tablets, it can take a bit to stand out. Toshiba managed to do so with the original Thrive tablet thanks to a bevy of full-size ports that no other tablet saw fit to include. On the other hand, a good many other Android tablets are thinner and lighter, too. But the Thrive bucked that trend and gained a decent following. The Toshiba Thrive 7, as its name implies, scales things down a bit. Gone is the 10-inch display, trading it in for a 7-inch display. It's not terribly svelte, but neither is it horribly heavy, and Toshiba's seen fit to include a good number of ports and features unseen on other tablets. But it's also got a couple of quirks that have left us banging our heads against the tablet. Head on past the break for our complete Toshiba Thrive 7 review.
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| LG Prada 3.0 gets officially official Posted: 14 Dec 2011 10:56 AM PST We're live in London at the LG Prada 3.0 event, where the eponymous phone was just announced. Lots more coming up. But in the meantime, hit the break for the specs list and presser. 
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| Telstra is the latest carrier to have the Galaxy Nexus before Verizon Posted: 14 Dec 2011 09:56 AM PST As if the warm weather, beautiful people, and awesome accents weren't enough for us to be jealous of our friends down under, here's another kick: Australian carrier Telstra is now offering Samsung's Galaxy Nexus, becoming the latest carrier to scoop Verizon for the device. On the carrier's cheapest $59/month plan, you'll be responsible for a $10/month handset payment; on the carrier's $79, $99, and $129/month plans, the headset payment is included. You can order one at the source link below before December 16 for a guarenteed Christmas delivery, or you can visit Telstra's flagship stores in Sydney and Melbourne to get your hands on Google's still drool-worthy powerhouse. Source: Telstra 
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| Google+ update will allow you to initiate Hangouts from your phone Posted: 14 Dec 2011 09:11 AM PST The Google+ Android app has continued to evolve at a rapid pace. Back in September, Google added the functionality to be able to join a Hangout from any Android phone running Android 2.3 and up. One of the biggest frustrations, however, was not being able to initiative a Hangout from your mobile device. Google has finally brought that ability to the app by allowing you to start a Hangout from Messenger. If you've started a a Messenger group, you'll now see a camera icon that will initiate a Hangout with a simple tap. Great features just keep coming. Google announced on their blog post that the app will update in the next few days, so keep your eyes out. They also announced that similar functionality will be brought to iOS so you'll be able to Hangout with your family and friends even if they have iPhones and iPads. If you don't yet have the Google+ app, please find links to the free app after the break. Source: Official Google Blog 
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| American Airlines adding Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 to select flights Posted: 14 Dec 2011 08:56 AM PST American Airlines has announced that it has begun rolling out the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 to select flights in place of current media devices available in the first-class section. These tablets will come preloaded with more than 70 movies, 30 of which will be new releases and three exclusives from Paramount, all in addition to some TV shows and other media. The Galaxy Tab's will offer a special touchscreen interface which is aimed at making the tablet extremely user friendly, and easy to navigate. Hit the break for the full press release! 
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| Android Game Review: Ozzy's Odyssey Posted: 14 Dec 2011 08:33 AM PST
Everyone, meet Ozzy. Ozzy, meet everyone. Ozzy is your typical robot (almost looks like a long lost cousin of Andy/Bugdroid), just floating around and doing his robot thing. Unfortunately for him, whoever built him left off that whole "ability to jump" thing. In its place, they gave him the power to suck things into his head using some robot technology, then dump it out at will. It is this that powers the engine that is Ozzy's Odyssey. Ozzy's Odyssey is a physics-based platformer that puts you in control of the aforementioned Ozzy. Your goal in each level is to reach the exit while collecting as many batteries as you can. Batteries are what contribute to your score, so without them, you're just a jumpless robot bouncing from level to level. The physics come into play namely when you've sucked something into that noggin of yours. The first one you come across is a barrel or a coin. (Something brown.) There's a switch somewhere you need to activate, but of course, you're either too tall to fit in the passage or you can't jump. Simply drop the item, push it, and sweet physics will send it careening into the switch, opening your path. Like all games, the challenges and levels start off simple then become more and more difficult as advance through the levels. A few levels in you're presented with deadly spikes on the ground, but seeing as you can't jump, you've got to come up with a more innovative way to not get impaled. If you do happen to lose a level, you're treated to a sad but goofy animation of Ozzy's head popping off, then you're free to restart the level. As far as I can tell there's no limit on how many lives you have, so you're free to try and fail as many times as you want before you inevitably succeed. Ozzy's Odyssey looks great on phones and tablets both, and while you might feel silly holding a tablet while playing this, it really shines on the larger screen. The graphics are simple, but everything looks good, colors are nice, and it's really just a great gameplay experience. Plus, it's on sale. Ozzy's Odyssey is 99 cents in the Android Market. We've got download links after the break. 
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| HTC releases source code for Desire S Gingerbread update, and Sensation XL world versions Posted: 14 Dec 2011 07:39 AM PST HTC has released the kernel source and other GPL bits for the Desire S Gingerbread update, and for the various Sensation XL versions across the globe. As usual, average and well-adjusted people have no need for this, but for the true Android Geek and kernel developer, it's time to party. They can use these sources to further customize ROMs and streamline the kernel for better performance, which everyone loves. More importantly, it shows HTC is honoring their commitment and the terms they agreed to when using GPL software, which makes an old *nix nerd warm and fuzzy inside. If you're in need of these sources, grab them at the link. If you're using a Desire S or Sensation XL, hang tight while the magicians do their magic now that they have the tools. Source: HTC Developer Center 
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| Available from Verizon Dec. 15 ... the white Motorola Droid RAZR! Posted: 14 Dec 2011 07:02 AM PST See what we did there? Yes, folks, the white Motorola Droid RAZR will be available from Verizon on Dec. 15 for $299 on contract. Or, you can get it for $199 if you pony up for a Droid XYBOARD for another several hundred dollars -- and yet another two-year contract. Source: Verizon 
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| Deal of the Day: Mobi Products Hard Shell Case for AT&T Galaxy S II Posted: 14 Dec 2011 06:57 AM PST The Dec. 14 Deal of the Day brings us the Mobi Products Hard Shell Case for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II. It's got a slim, low-profile design, has cutouts for all of the ports and buttons and uses a snap-on two-piece design to keep things in place. It's available in five colors -- black, blue, red, purple or pink -- today only for just $4.95 -- that's 75 percent off. Get yours while supplies last! 
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| T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II getting fixes for caller ID, battery life, Wifi calling Posted: 14 Dec 2011 05:25 AM PST T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy S II is getting an update today to Android 2.3.5, software version T989VUVKL1. You're getting a trio of "enhancements" (read: bugfixes) with this update, including caller ID, battery and Wifi calling. T-Mobile notes that the update's not mandatory, but we can't think of why you wouldn't want a better phone. You can get the update over the air, or use the Kies Mini desktop app thingy if you're a glutton for punishment. Source: T-Mobile; More: T-Mobile Galaxy S II forums 
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| Samsung Galaxy S II (I-9100) Ice Cream Sandwich ROM leaks out Posted: 14 Dec 2011 05:12 AM PST
Whatdaya get when you slap TouchWiz on top of Ice Cream Sandwich on an original Samsung Galaxy S II? Something that looks very much like TouchWiz on top of Ice Cream Sandwich on an Original Galaxy S II. The enterprising folks at SamMobile managed to score themslves an early Android 4.0 ICS build for the I-9100 (that's the original international version of the GSII). And just like with thie jump from Froyo to Gingerbread, we're not seeing any huge differences in UI. After all, it's TouchWiz On Top™. Where you do see a little bit of a dfference is in menus, of course, as well as with features like Face Unlock. Check out the video for the whole thing, and hit the source link if you're up for some experimental flashing. Source: SamMobile; thanks, Romeo! 
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| LG Prada 3.0 sneaks out of Germany ahead of today's launch Posted: 14 Dec 2011 04:48 AM PST Update: And the official press release has gone live in Germany. Feast your eyes on a phone most of us will likely never own -- the LG Prada 3.0 announced late last month. That little slice of sexy is being officially unveiled in London in a few hours (we'll be there, of course), but it's sneaked out of other parts Europe ahead of time. Specs are said to be a 4.3-inch NOVA display at 480x800 resolution, TI OMAP 4430 dual-core processor at 1 GHz running Android 2.3.7 with a custom UI, 8GB of internal memory, an 8MP rear camrea, NFC and a 1540 mAh battery. No word on pricing, but Prada ain't cheap, no? Source: BestBoyz; via Engadget 
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| Plants vs Zombies finally available in the Android Market, brings Peggle with it Posted: 14 Dec 2011 04:15 AM PST Plants vs Zombies coming to Android was big news, albeit big news if you lived in the US and could access the Amazon Appstore. All that changes this week though, with the announcement from Popcap Games that Amazon's exclusivity on the title is over. And today, Plants vs Zombies along with other Amazon exclusive, Peggle, is in the Android Market for all the world to enjoy for $2.99 If you've yet to come across the game, and wondering what all the fuss is about, check out our hands on way back in May when the title first appeared. Here are some download links: Peggle (North America, Rest of World); Plants vs. Zombies (North America, Rest of World) Via Android Central Forums; More: Popcap Games 
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| Day 9 of Google's 10-day, 10-cent, 10 billion app download celebration Posted: 14 Dec 2011 04:11 AM PST Two days left, folks, in what's become Google's 10 days of top premium apps for 90 percent off. Here are the apps that are discounted on the penultimate day:
One more round to go, folks! Also: Day 1 apps, Day 2 apps, Day 3 apps, Day 4 apps, Day 5 apps, Day 6 apps, Day 7 apps, Day 8 apps
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| A video tour of the Verizon Galaxy Nexus from another lucky Android Central member Posted: 13 Dec 2011 08:11 PM PST
If you recall, over the weekend a few lucky Android Forums members were able to squeeze a Verizon Galaxy Nexus out of Best Buy a bit early, and guinnkevinr was kind enough to fire up his camera and shoot a few minutes of video for us to drool over. We know what the engine is under the hood of this one, namely a dual-core TI OMAP and 1GB of RAM, but this shows us how she handles. Nice and smoothly, that's how. Kevin shows off how fluid and quick it is, loads up a game, and we get the see the web browser in action. It's well worth checking out while we wait, and when you're done watching it (over and over) hit the source link and tell Kevin thanks! Source: Android Central Forums 
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| Japan getting the LG Optimus LTE on NTT Docomo Posted: 13 Dec 2011 06:44 PM PST LG tonight announced that its first 720p Android smarpthone -- the LG Optimus LTE -- is coming to Japan on NTT Docomo. That follows launches in Korea and (surprise, surprise) the United States, with the latter enjoying phone on AT&T as the Nitro HD. (Read our full review) NTT Docomo's also getting a uniqe version of the Optimus LTE. Along with an optional red paint job, it'll have 1seg digital TV and NFC. We've got LG's full presser after the break. 
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