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HTC Droid DNA update now live, start mashing that button

We just got word that the Droid DNA update we talked about a few days ago is now rolling out over the air, ready to sneak into your phone and fix some bugs. The 104MB update brings the DNA to software version 2.04.605.2 710RD, and has quite the change log:

• User can load videos on HuluPlus
• Improvements to Hotspot connectivity have been made
• Improvements to Audio Quality for wired headsets and earpieces have been made
• Bluetooth connectivity and volume level for specific models have been improved
• Enhanced reliability and stability of the Contacts List have been made
• Wi-Fi Connectivity has been improved
• Improvements to default browser for zooming capability have been made
• Incoming messages display with the correct timestamp
• Enhanced Recent Apps functionality has been improved

It's worth mentioning that rooted users will want to hold off and suss it all out before they click the OK button. If you've received the update, holler in the comments to let everyone know how it's working out for you.

Via: XDA; Thanks Tamara!

Samsung rolls out Android 4.1.2 to Galaxy Note 10.1 users in the U.S.

Today, we have some good news for owners of the Galaxy Note 10.1 by Samsung.  Even though it originally launched with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, we’re happy to report that Samsung finally began to roll out the latest Jelly Bean update.  The update brings Android 4.1.2 to the Galaxy Note 10.1 along with several new features and enhancements.

Owners of the Samsung tablet can expect to use multi-window for multi-tasking, easy clip capability, and Air View (which allows for the S-Pen to hover over the screen to launch a dialog box.  Other general Jelly Bean features and enhancements are in tow as well.

Feel free to wait patiently as the OTA Software Update will hit in waves, otherwise, you can try connecting to Samsung Kies in order to download the update.

[Android Police]

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 now available from Verizon

Verizon has now made available their LTE enabled version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1, just in case you're not satisfied with the available WiFi versions out there. We've already taken the WiFi version for a spin so be sure to check out our review Reminder of specs? Here you go:

Verizon has set their pricing for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 at $500. That's on par with the likes of AT&T but a little bit less than Sprint which sells their version for $550. If you're looking to pick one up, you can head on over to the Verizon site.

Source: Verizon

Online Apple Store Down Ahead of Today’s Live Event As New iPad Mini Parts Leak

We’ve been showing you iPad mini parts and pouring over speculative reports for what seems like months now, back when no one even believed that Apple would ever release a smaller version of the iPad, so it’s quite exciting to think that the event is almost here! With the launch event just a few hours away now, the final preparations are underway, with the online store now officially down while Apple readies exciting new goodies (which may well include much more than the iPad mini). As the minutes tick away, new rumours are coming thick and fast, with AppleInsider reporting that yet more iPad mini parts seem to have leaked online, namely Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and GPS antennas. The pictures come courtesy of Nowhereelse.fr, which has a good track record for parts photos lately. As AppleInsider notes, the fact that a GPS antenna is present is an indication that the iPad mini will have cellular capability, rather than just being Wi-Fi-capable, as had been previously reported.

Parts claim to show ‘iPad mini’ Wi-Fi, GPS & Bluetooth antennas

Verizon: Motorola DROID RAZR HD and DROID RAZR MAXX HD to launch on October 18

Fans of the original Motorola DROID RAZR and DROID RAZR MAXX are about to have another two new options in the previously announced DROID RAZR HD and DROID RAZR MAXX HD.

iPad Mini Could be Wi-Fi Only

The Guardian writes that the iPad mini will only be available as a Wi-Fi-only version, and not with 3G, or 4G, for that matter! According to the report, multiple sources have told the Guardian that they think the iPad mini will be released in November, and that there won?t be a 3G-enabled version. By keeping the mini version of its massively successful iPad tablet Wi-Fi-only, Apple will be able to make it cheaper, and therefore, and most importantly, keep the retail price down low enough to make it a genuine rival to similar tablets such as Amazon?s Kindle Fire. The Guardian adds that it has also learned from its sources that Apple does intend to refresh its full-size iPad range, as has been rumoured lately, by introducing a new version of the tablet with the same 1800MHz 4G capability and Lightning dock connector as found in the newly released iPhone 5.

Source: ‘iPad mini’ likely to be Wi-Fi-only

Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G launches on MetroPCS for $459 starting today

Launching on MetroPCS today, the Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G is a new Android 2.3 device operating on its 4G LTE network.

Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G launches on MetroPCS for $459 starting today

Launching on MetroPCS today, the Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G is a new Android 2.3 device operating on its 4G LTE network.

Motorola MOTOROKR S305 Bluetooth headset review

The search for  awesome Bluetooth stereo headphones for my Galaxy S3 that also function as a wireless headset continues with the MOTOROKR S305. 

Bluetooth stereo was originally billed as stereo without compromise – a truly wireless way to experience your music. Unfortunately Bluetooth audio often sounds compressed and “low fidelity” compared to a good set of wired headphones.

Music capability is just one of the important features to look for, however. Today’s headsets need to also field and control the phone functions of your Samsung Galaxy S III (S3) or other Android phone as well as the ability to control what you listen to.

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Motorola MOTOROKR S305 Bluetooth headset review

The search for  awesome Bluetooth stereo headphones for my Galaxy S3 that also function as a wireless headset continues with the MOTOROKR S305. 

Bluetooth stereo was originally billed as stereo without compromise – a truly wireless way to experience your music. Unfortunately Bluetooth audio often sounds compressed and “low fidelity” compared to a good set of wired headphones.

Music capability is just one of the important features to look for, however. Today’s headsets need to also field and control the phone functions of your Samsung Galaxy S III (S3) or other Android phone as well as the ability to control what you listen to.

read more