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Dell’s Mini 5 tablet is without a doubt, real, but until now, there hasn’t been much in the way of full-blown advertisements or promotions from the company itself.  A leaked promotional flyer of the Dell Mini 5 , or what will evidently be called the “Streak”, has just surfaced, and the tablet’s certainly looking gorgeous as usual, with what seems to be an array of color options to choose from.

Once again, the tablet you’re looking at is the Dell Streak, with a 5-inch WVGA 800 x 480 touchscreen, 5 megapixel camera with autofocus and flash, front-facing VGA camera, WiFi, Bluetooth and 3G WWAN connectivity.  If this leaked flyer proves to be legitimate, we could eventually see the Mini 5/Streak available in a plethorea of premium finishes and colors.

As Engadget noted, “Better still, it looks as if it’ll launch with an Amazon content partnership, which will bring a Kindle e-book reader app, Amazon MP3, Amazon video streams and pretty much any other material that Amazon sells in digital form right to the slate.”  We’re just waiting for that shipping date announcement.

[via Engadget]

We know you've barely recovered from our Devour review, but Moto just threw another Blur-ified phone in our laps this afternoon - the CLIQ XT. We've been playing around with the Android 1.5-based, Flash Lite-supported, multitouch-capable handset for the last couple of hours -- but before we grace you with our first impressions, just a fair warning: we don't yet know the price of the new T-Mobile Android handset, though Motorola did promise us that it will hit shelves this month. With that said, hit the break for a quick rundown of our early thoughts.

Gallery: Motorola CLIQ XT with MotoBlur hands-on

Continue reading Motorola CLIQ XT hands-on

Motorola CLIQ XT hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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One phone we've been hearing about for what seems like an eternity is the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10.  After getting announced back in 2009, we've been patiently awaiting its arrival here in the US.  The biggest problem we've seen facing the X10 is that it's slated to arrive with Android 1.6 under the hood.  According to CNET Asia, the Xperia line of handsets could get an update  to Android 2.2/Froyo  later this year. We'd previously heard that the phones will ultimately get an update to a newer version of Android, but which exact iteration wasn't clear.

We assumed this would be version 2.1 but were informed today that it "will be an Eclair variant, so it could be 2.1 or even 2.2", according to the spokesperson.

To dampen your enthusiasm just bit, we should point out that "later this year" has a 9-month window. This could be pushed out near the end of the year and possibly later than other handset makers. For all we know, Android could be at 2.5 or 3.0 by then.

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For now this is just a rumor, I don’t think that this will replace the Eris. No other Android has been replaced this soon after it’s release. But, according to a reliable source at Berryscoop, the HTC Incredible will be replacing the HTC Droid Eris at Verizon Wireless.

April 1st is the rumored launch date of the Incredible and the Eris’s product life is expected to end on the same day. Berryscoop also said that Verizon is viewing the Incredible as their version of the Nexus
One (that’s funny to me because the Nexus One is a far better looking device and more powerful). This information has not been confirmed by Verizon or HTC so as it stands now it’s just a rumor and we will be following this story to see what happens.
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I wish this beautiful device was in my hands but it isn’t. This unboxing is done by a few guys from the Sony Ericsson team that run the company’s product launch blog.

There isn’t much to see in this video since the device is not running, but you do get to see all the goods that comes with this phone. This will be one of the hottest Android devices to release and should propel Sony towards the top of the Android heap. There is also two mini devices releasing shortly after this monster hits. A few specs of this device, in case you haven’t heard, 4.0? screen, 1GHZ CPU and Sony’s own custom UI, Rachael.

Click here to view the embedded video.

[via Sony]

The Jetsons kitchen of the future is upon us with SnS Design's Ikan kitchen appliance. Either that, or we're looking at quite possibly the most expensive and glorified grocery app yet. With its 7-inch touch screen, WiFi integration, and voice input capability, the device builds a shopping list from items you scan or input before disposing of them. Oh, and it runs Android.  Simply place this on the counter or mount it near the trash can and add +50 productivity point to your life!

Once recorded, the items are sent to your mobile phone or directly to an online grocery retailer's shopping cart, providing they support Ikan. Schedule your list to be sent to you on preset days so you can be ready to knock out your shopping on the way home from work! With the kitchen appliance, users can include their own branded retailer apps and view specials, recipes, promotions, and more from etc. right from their kitchen or Android phone.

The biggest obstacle I see with a device like this is price. At $400 a pop, I can imagine a bunch of people turned away simply because of the sticker. Even at half that cost, I have a hard time imagining myself "getting my money's worth" out of it. However, if SnS Design were to send me one to change my mind, I'd love the opportunity.

So what's your take on the Ikan?  Glorified shopping app?  Does it scratch a real itch for you?  Leave a comment below.

We have a few pictures of the Android version below, thanks to Bill over at Ikan!

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Recently we announced a small startup called appubator whose focus is to elicit ideas from average folks who do not have the means to bring a mobile applications to market. They take on the complete mobile application lifecycle: development, testing, marketing & promotion, and finally sales. Thus they split revenue share with the idea holder. Connected Development put together industry leading wireless components to help those delving into the mobile industry from concept to completion with outsourced services from custom design, to certification & validation, to manufacturing.

There are many facets to bringing products into the marketplace from a mobile perspective:

The idea was conceived by president Stefan Lindvall, Connected Development was created to address the complexities of the wireless development cycle. “Often, companies trying to gain the advantages of wireless find the learning curve steep and expensive, just to get started,” Lindvall said. “And once they’ve invested in product design, they can be overwhelmed by the certification process. We formed Connected Development to simplify the entire process, eliminate barriers to entry and enable wireless innovation for better business and better living.”

To have a team of experts help avoid pitfalls, offer advice and streamline the process can prove to be invaluable. Connected Development will be attending CTIA Wireless 2010 in Las Vegas March 23-25 where AndroidTapp.com will be covering mobile and Android-related hot topics.

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We've yet to hear anything official from Motorola or T-Mobile in regards to the release of the Cliq XT.  For a phone that's rumored to launch tomorrow, both the carrier and handset manufacturer have been super silent.  To confirm that the phone is ready for release,   I spoke with the manager at my local T-Mobile store.  Sounds like it's ready to go as I was advised they've received both dummy, non-working displays as well as the floor model for demonstration.

Engadget was recently passed some images of the brochure for the CLIQ XT showing how sales reps can effectively sell the handset.  Details include talking about the web browser with Flash Lite, the 5 megapixel camera, and MOTOBLUR.  The smart phone also features Flash Lite, multi-touch, and preloaded apps SHOUTcast, Midomi, GoTV, Last.fm, TuneWiki, and SoundHound.

Look for the CLIQ XT to sneak out tomorrow for $129 with a 2-year agreement.

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Etsy seller Craftsquatch may have just bitten off more than they can chew with their made to order Android pillows.  These 12"x12" squares are made with fleece and stuffed with polyester and run $19.99 a piece.  Order a few for yourself and hold onto them as you wait for your phone to get updated from Android 1.6 to 2.1.

If you'd like to pick one of these up, head over to Etsy!

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Remember the $200 smartbook reference design that we saw at CES this year? Well, it's back, it's holding on to that same price and 7-inch enclosure, but this time it's also showing off an expanded OS compatibility. Adapting the open source Chromium OS and another Linux variant to the ARM architecture of the prototype device was apparently not much of a hurdle for Freescale, who has an Android option in the works as well and claims to be just optimizing and enhancing the user experience at this point. Presumably one of the enhancements will be the installation of a capacitive touchscreen as the present demonstration requires either a mouse and keyboard or a resistive torture test to operate, but we'll accept the company's explanation that this is just a proof of concept and not the final product. Slide past the break to see some HTML5 video running on this bargain bin tablet, and hope that your friendly neighborhood OEM picks these designs up for some retail action.

Continue reading Freescale's 7-inch tablet runs Android, Chromium OS or Linux, costs $200 (video)

Freescale's 7-inch tablet runs Android, Chromium OS or Linux, costs $200 (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Ok so we totally need more space than what we reserved. We are going to talk with our host to see if we can get more room. Update coming when we have one.

Update 2: We talked with our host Opal Devine’s and it looks like we can accommodate up to 100 people, but you must RSVP so we can give them a headcount by Friday.

Psssst! Taking place this Saturday in Austin, TX is a party so fresh we just found out about it ourselves. And that’s saying something, because it’s our party. Android and Me will be in Austin, TX (as always) for SXSW 2010 and to get things started we are having a secret party this Saturday night.

Space is extremely limited but if you’d like to attend please email RSVP@androidandme.com to be added to the list. There’s a very good chance it will fill up immediately but send a message anyway if you’d like to be added to a waiting list (we are working on getting more space). Upon confirmation you’ll receive an email with the exact time, location, etc. We wish we could party with all you guys, but for now, strict RSVPs are a must.

It looks like we’ll be in good company. The entire Android and Me core team will be on hand, as well and a bunch of members of the Austin Android User Group (our most awesome co-host). Also already on the list is @bendroidLLC and @cookingcapsules, two awesome Android developers responsible for some cool stuff in the Android market.

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the winner, coming to a midsection near you

To commemorate the event we’re having some special tees made just for SXSW 2010. Anyone coming to the party gets one for free. We’ll also have extra shirts to hand out throughout the week so be on the lookout for some goofy looking guys handing out shirts.

We’ll also try to give away a couple here on the site too for those would couldn’t attend. The tees go to production tomorrow morning and we just nailed down the final design, which you can see to the right.

Come find us

We’ll be at random events all week (hopefully) so keep an eye on our Twitter account for updates. We’ve got a few other surprises up our sleeves that should be rolling out over the next few days and are really just looking forward to meeting all you guys.

One event we are definitely attending is Android: What We’ve Learned About Mobile in the Last Two Months presented by Google’s Erick Tseng. We’ll also be hitting up gdgt live in Austin, quite the gathering of awesome tech companies.

We’ll also be trying to shoot plenty of photos and video during the week so if you’ve got anything to show off, please find us. Hit us up on Twitter or use our contact form here on the site and let us know if you’ve got something you need to show the world.

Excited? I know I am.

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The first week of March has just passed, and Spring Design still has yet to show any presale indications of its Android-powered dual-screen Alex e-reader .  The company’s site still reads “keep checking in and by the first week of March you’ll be able to preorder your Alex online”, but we have word that the touchscreen device is coming a bit later.

We have word from Engadget that Spring Design claims “that there were some slight issues with the order page and that it should be up within the “next week or two,” and Spring Design has plans to ship by “early spring.”

The Spring Design Alex, last seen at CES, sports a dual-screen with 6-inch E Ink up top and 3.5-inch capacitive LCD.  Well, “early spring” it is, then.  While you’re waiting, check out the SlashGear CES handson on here.

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Firstview HK Electronic Limited has presented a SmartBook that only cost $65 to make. It’s called the Nike PC706V, it will has a 7-inch screen (800 × 480), a VIA 8505 ARM 9 clocked at 533Mhz with 128 MB of RAM, a 2GB capacity, WiFi, a USB drive and a 2100 mAh battery that should last 4 hours. It has Android 1.6 installed but this could potentially be upgraded to Android 2.1.

Depending on which manufacturer picks this up it could cost anywhere between $65-$200. My guess is it’ll stay around $150 for all markets. Devices like this will help Android grow exponentially, whether you have a $80 budget or a $100, there will be options for you to get a good device at any price point.

Click here to view the embedded video.

[via frandroid]

Not much is known about this PMP, it’s rumored to be running some variation of Android but there is no solid evidence of that as of yet. It is a great looking piece of hardware and if Android is indeed the chosen OS, this will be a welcome addition to the Android family.

It has 720p and 1080p video playback, a 7-inch (800 x ×480) display screen and an HDMI out. There is also support for many different types of media such as, RMVB, AVI, WMV, VOB, FLV, and MPG for starters. There is no set price, I would image that it will not be a cheap device.This is a great choice for all your multimedia needs.

[via ramos]

Google’s Android has conquered all the major United States carriers and now your TV is next in their quest for world domination to reach more devices.

Can Google provide a better search for your cable or satellite set-top box? Google employees and their families are currently beta testing a new Dish Network service that lets you search TV shows and Web video, according to the WSJ.

The service runs on set-top boxes “using elements of Google’s Android operating system”, but no details were provided about the hardware partner. The WSJ previously reported that Motorola was looking to bring Motoblur to their set-top boxes, so they are a possibility.

I think the cable and satellite companies are going to put up more of a fight than the carriers (before they hand their customers over to Google), but if they can increase their ad revenues through a partnership with Google I guess anything is possible.

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Editors note: As we previously mentioned, we are finally bringing more contributors on board so we can provide our readers with more content. We are going to overhaul the site to improve the navigation, but we are getting some guys started early so we can hit the ground running. Our latest edition is Christopher Chavez who we had the pleasure of meeting at CES in Las Vegas. Christopher will be primarily doing videos that are related to hacks and whatever else he finds interesting.

As you may have noticed, our video contributors will be using their own YouTube accounts. We already have our main YouTube account, but we want our contributors to keep their own accounts so they can promote their own stuff and better interact with our readers. Make sure you subscribe to their YouTube accounts (and go comment and rate their vids) in order to get the latest updates.

From Christopher: So if you’re like me, lack of reception can really get on your nerves. Well, fear no more! Someone was able to get us this upgraded radio from someone’s something or other (LOL). Anyway, what this will do is give your phone a MEGA BOOST of reception! So now you will have more bars than you used to and even 3G where you only had Edge. Awesome right? So follow my vid and flash this already!

As always, be sure to make backups when performing any hacks on your Android phones. This is not for beginners.

Visit the YouTube page for download links and instructions.

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Verizon’s version of the Nexus One is coming this spring and could be unveiled as early as March 23rd. The phone will definitely be sold online through Google’s phone store, but BGR is reporting it might also be available in stores. Several Verizon employees have said they already received training on the Nexus One.

This would be a surprise move by Google because they did not do this for T-Mobile (and were heavily criticized). Others have also speculated Google did this intentionally to limit sales since this was their first smartphone they have sold and supported. Google might feel this phone is ready for prime time now that they setup a call center and released several OTA updates (which addressed some 3G issues).

Verizon customers: Would you be more likely to purchase the Nexus One if you could hold it in your hands first?

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Some lucky guy put together a quick first look at the upcoming HTC Supersonic. If you are not familiar with this Android device, it is slated to be the first WiMaxx/4G Android device to hit the US.

This phone is set for a late spring or summer release this year for Sprint’s 4G network. It joins the HTC HD2 in the 4.3 inch screen family but it stands alone with its WiMaxx capabilities.

Click here to view the embedded video.

via mobilecrunch]

Not a whole lot is known about the HTC Supersonic, but many are speculating it will be the first Android phone to support Sprint’s 4G WiMax network. Sprint will be launching a 4G handset by summer so we could learn more at this month’s upcoming CTIA show. The rumors claim the Supersonic could feature a 4.3 inch AMOLED display, 1 GHz Snapdragon processor, 1 GB ROM, and Android 2.1 with the new Sense UI.

A few of these phones are already in the wild and some guy uploaded a video to YouTube. We don’t get to see anything really except for the back of the phone which clearly states HTC Supersonic (ok it’s blurry, but you can read it).

These leaks have a history of getting pulled so here is a screen grab just in case.

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Back of the HTC Supersonic.

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Well folks, if you haven't heard by now, AT&T's first Android Handset, the Motorola Backflip, has been locked down and crippled.  In doing this, AT&T has not only removed Google search, but disabled Android's ability to install non-market apk files outside of the official Android Market by removing the option for BACKFLIP users to install applications from unknown sources.

Why this was done is unknown, but users will no longer be able to install apps purchased on alternative markets.  For developers that utilize the BACKFLIP, this will will also prove troublesome as they will be unable to test apps on the device. The app experience has truly been IPhonified.  Quite frankly, I am disappointed, but not really surprised as AT&T has attempted to control phones and apps within their realm for quite some time.

We know that AT&T is trying very hard to be a gatekeeper. We also know they are not a fan of open standards. What are your thoughts?  Would you buy  this phone? How far do you think this will this go? Did Apple have a role in this?  I know what I think and that is that you should not purchase this phone.  Sorry.

Source: TechCrunch

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