Verizon Samsung Galaxy Nexus press shots leak, Bell contest lets you get one before it's officially out

If you're in North America, you're still left waiting for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. That is, of course, unless you have nothing against shelling out $749.99 for an unlocked imported version. That said, if you're in Canada, at least you know when your countdown to the Galaxy Nexus will end. December 8 is when both Bell and Virgin Mobile will launch the new Google phone, and we've known that for quite a while now.

So to make the wait easier, Bell has decided to throw a Twitter-based contest starting tomorrow, December 1.



Unwired View, Verizon Samsung Galaxy Nexus press shots leak, Bell contest lets you get one before it's officially out

Apple seeks to ban Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1N in Germany

. Samsung's tweaks to the original Galaxy Tab 10.1 weren't enough to satisfy Apple's legal team. Apple successfully banned Samsung's German subsidiaries from selling the Galaxy Tab 10.1 after it accused the South Korea-based company of patent infringement. Samsung responded by releasing a modified Galaxy Tab 10.1N tablet it believed had addressed all of Apple's concerns. Unfortunately, Apple isn't satisfied with the changes and it wants to ban Samsung from selling the new tablet as well. A hearing for Apple's request for an injunction is scheduled for December 22nd, Dow Jones Newswires said.

Boy Genius Report, Apple seeks to ban Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1N in Germany

A Bag Indiana Jones Could Love

I was very interested to see these Filson bags while surfing recently.  Filson makes a line of fabric and leather luggage, travel accessories and wallets, briefcases and totes, and field bags (think daily-carry gear bags).  They use twill and wool fabrics in their bags, and I especially love the looks of the medium Wool Field Bag.  The medium field bag in blue/black plaid is shown, but the bag is available in a variety of plaid fabrics, camo designs, and solid black.  There's a full-width slip-in pocket on the back and two pockets on the ends.

The Gadgeteer, A Bag Indiana Jones Could Love

Box.net befriends Android, will offer Sony Ericsson Xperia phones 50GB of free cloud storage

How much cloud storage space do you need. 2GB. 5GB. Pah. Box.net scoffs at your puny storage needs, and plan to offer a substantial 50GB of free storage (again) for anyone packing a Sony Ericsson Android phone. While the plans have leaked ahead of schedule, the fine details haven't been hammered out just yet; the official blog tells us that the company's "working to provide this offer very soon to all Xperia customers." When the offer does go live, logging in to (or creating) a Box.net account on any Xperia handset will open the floodgates to 50 gigs of intangible internet storage fo' life.

Engadget, Box.net befriends Android, will offer Sony Ericsson Xperia phones 50GB of free cloud storage

FCC bashes AT&T/T-Mobile merger in public report

. The Federal Communications Commission released a 109-page report on Tuesday evening that provides a great deal of insight into what the government agency thought of AT&T's planned acquisition of T-Mobile USA. However, AT&T has questioned exactly why the government agency decided to release the report since, hours before the report was released, AT&T successfully withdrew its merger application.

Boy Genius Report, FCC bashes AT&T/T-Mobile merger in public report

Researchers expose printer vulnerability; hope you won't bring a printer into the flight

Your precious printer might seem innocuous but, in reality, it could be a ticking time bomb just waiting for some hacker to trigger it. Oh, and we mean that not just figuratively, but literally as well — they could actually be caused to burst into flames by some ne'er-do-well half-way around the globe. Of course, the potential doesn't end at remote arson, an attacker could easily gain access to a network or steal documents, and hijacking the lowly device would require little more than printing an infected file.

2DayBlog.com, Researchers expose printer vulnerability; hope you won't bring a printer into the flight

AMD gives up on desktop CPU, not competing with Intel anymore, wants to go mobile

In a move that could very well be interpreted as exchanging one problem for another, Advanced Micro Devices has decided to stop focusing so much on the PC business and get its act closer together on the mobile front. The Bulldozer disaster, as it is known in some circles, must have persuaded AMD's leadership that the PC side of their business wasn't flying very well and far anymore. Though everyone was expecting much from 8-core processors, the performance was, in the end, well lower than some of AMD's own previous-generation chips.

2DayBlog.com, AMD gives up on desktop CPU, not competing with Intel anymore, wants to go mobile

Galaxy Nexus Volume/2G Bug Fix Rolling Out “In The Coming Week”

While we sit and wait patiently for the US release of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus our friends across the pond have been enjoying it for almost a week now. As it goes for most beta testers – er, I mean early adopters — a nasty bug was found by way of the device muting itself and then becoming unresponsive — all this after dipping into 2G. It was weird and Google both acknowledged it and said they were on top of it. Today, we have a more specific, yet still vague time frame on when to expect this update.

Android Phone, Galaxy Nexus Volume/2G Bug Fix Rolling Out “In The Coming Week”

Sony Ericsson: Xperia handsets to receive Ice Cream Sandwich upgrade by March

The Ice Cream Sandwich announcements keep dribbling in this morning, with the latest morsel coming from Sony Ericsson Italy. In a Facebook post published last week, the company's Italian outpost confirmed that its Xperia line will receive an upgrade to Android 4.0 sometime next year.

2DayBlog.com, Sony Ericsson: Xperia handsets to receive Ice Cream Sandwich upgrade by March

Motorola Milestone 2 Android 2.3 Gingerbread update will start rolling out in Europe tomorrow

Believe it or not, the Motorola Milestone 2 (which is the name under which the Droid 2 has been selling in Europe) is still running Android 2.2 Froyo, a version of Google's mobile operating system that hasn't been the latest since December of 2010. So naturally, those of you in Europe were probably happy when we told you that the update to Android 2.3 Gingerbread for the Milestone 2 would finally arrive in November. And Motorola is about to keep its promise, even if only just. See, the manufacturer took to Facebook earlier today to announce that the update will start rolling out across the continent sometime tomorrow.

Unwired View, Motorola Milestone 2 Android 2.3 Gingerbread update will start rolling out in Europe tomorrow

Opena iPhone 4 case pops open bottle after bottle

Zombies need to feed on warm flesh, and this basic instinct has been depicted in horror movies for the longest time already, although the zombies have grown faster and stronger over the years instead of being the slow-moving undead that was originally shown on the silver screen. As for those in a fraternity on campus, there is also another basic need to attend to – that is, the call of alcohol during parties. You know the old saying, if you want something done, then you've got to do it yourself.

Ubergizmo, Opena iPhone 4 case pops open bottle after bottle

Google Maps 6.0 for Android adds indoor mapping, more [video]

. Google Maps 6.0 for Android was released on Tuesday with several enhancements, the most notable of which is indoor map support. Google hopes the update will help Android users more easily navigate shopping malls, airports and other public spaces. Users are able to search throughout floor plans, too, which means a traveler can search for a coffee shop or the nearest restroom in an airport. Google said floor plans will appear when a user is zoomed-in fully on a building where mapping data is available; the differences between indoor and outdoor maps can be seen in the image above.



Boy Genius Report, Google Maps 6.0 for Android adds indoor mapping, more [video]

Slimline Bluetooth Keyboard for Phones, Tablets

Cheap, small and rechargeable, the Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard from Verbatim. Love writing on your smartphone or tablet but hate always hitting the “m” or “n” buttons instead of the spacebar. Then perhaps you might like to consider an external keyboard instead. What's that? Too big, you say? Well, slow down there, because I have just the thing for you.

It's Verbatim's new Ultra-Slim Bluetooth Keyboard, and it beats out Apple's own slimline Bluetooth keyboard in several ways. First is the price: Verbatim's offering costs $50 against Apple's $70.

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itcrowd, Slimline Bluetooth Keyboard for Phones, Tablets

Google Catalogs Puts All Your Holiday Shopping In One App

Google has announced its latest service, this time targeting the retail industry just in time for the holidays. Google Catalogs is an app that organizes your favorite look books, keeping them current and in one place. It enables you to curate product collages that can be shared (most likely on Google+) with your friends, family, and colleagues. The Catalogs service collects content from over 125 brands spanning more than 400 digital catalog issues across categories such as men's and women's apparel, jewelry, gifts, gourmet food, toys, gadgets, sporting goods, and outdoor adventure gear.

Gadget.com, Google Catalogs Puts All Your Holiday Shopping In One App

Sony could be working on a Smash Bros style game

For those who have yet to experience the fun and mayhem that is Nintendo's Super Smash Bros, it's basically an all out fighting game that takes some of Nintendo's classic characters such as Mario, Pikachu, Link from Zelda, Kirby, etc and pits them against each other in single and multiplayer mode with up to four players. However if the rumors have it right, Sony could be releasing something similar using some of their own iconic characters.

Ubergizmo, Sony could be working on a Smash Bros style game

LTE-Enabled (Verizon) Test Galaxy Nexus Devices Getting 4.0.2; Almost Ready for Primetime?

We’ve been hearing that the reason the Galaxy Nexus isn’t out on Verizon by now is due to it not exactly being ready. Verizon usually has no problem delaying a device to ensure a worry-free experience for users out of the box. Some test users have begun to receive test updates to Android 4.0.2, and although they weren’t clear on what it brings some say it could be due to the volume bug. “But the HSPA+ European versions haven’t gotten it,” you shout?

Well, it’s only on test devices for Verizon so that may be the reason they haven’t gotten it yet.

Android Phone, LTE-Enabled (Verizon) Test Galaxy Nexus Devices Getting 4.0.2; Almost Ready for Primetime?

Look International Advance with DIGITALK

Look International, US provider of the leading 'SINPIN' PINless calling services, have selected the DIGITALK Consumer Platform, an NGN service delivery platform for retail service providers, to support their consumer services. In addition, Look International will be using the DIGITALK SBC VoIP peering solution for carrier routing.

Press Release Distribution, Look International Advance with DIGITALK

Splashtop Remote Desktop now available for Kindle Fire

If you like the idea of accessing files on your desktop computer from your tablet, you're probably familiar with Splashtop Remote Desktop. The app that's currently available on most tablets out there has one more device to add to its repertoire - Amazon's hot-selling Kindle Fire tablet. Remote Desktop turns the Kindle Fire into a device that's capable of more than just consuming content - it basically turns your tablet into a portable version of your desktop.

Ubergizmo, Splashtop Remote Desktop now available for Kindle Fire

Quilted Plattan from Urbanears

Want a pair of headphones that not only gets the job done, but will also be able to make you look good whenever you strut outdoors. Enter Urbanears with their Quilted Plattan – this is in fact the first model that will be part of the newly introduced Editions range of headphones. Just what are Editions. In a nutshell, they are special models that will feature a little bit of luxury for your ears, and there are plans by Urbanears to introduce more models throughout the calendar year.

Ubergizmo, Quilted Plattan from Urbanears

Cyber Monday Deal: Android Market Featuring Entire Albums for Only $2

Seems Google is getting in on the Cyber Monday madness with a sale of their own for music lovers. Entire hit albums from artists like Florence and the Machine, Coldplay, Rhianna, Lady Gaga and more are on sale right now in the Android Market for only $2. There's no better time than right now to update that aging music collection of yours with the hottest artists on the planet.

Android Phone, Cyber Monday Deal: Android Market Featuring Entire Albums for Only $2

PlayStation Vita: how to Tweet

It's going to be awhile more before we get our hands on the PlayStation Vita, but that doesn't mean that we can't learn anything new about it. Last week, the first Tweet from a PlayStation Vita was fired out and retweeted by countless people, and now we finally get to see how it was done. The folks over at Sony have released a video demonstrating the Social Essentials app on the Vita, and on the video we get to see the first Tweet ever sent out from the console.



Ubergizmo, PlayStation Vita: how to Tweet

TellMe and Siri: Fight!

Now here is an extremely interesting video that you might want to check out, even more so if you are an iPhone fan. I know that some of you are reeling from the recent video of Samsung's ad that poked fun at those who lined up for the iPhone 4S will probably be able to find some solace in the latest video when an Australian dude decided to test out the TellMe voice recognition compared to Apple's Siri that has hit the iPhone 4S.



Ubergizmo, TellMe and Siri: Fight!

Samsung GT-S7500 caught in the wild

While Samsung is known for its hard hitting devices like the Galaxy S2, the company also pushes out devices for the mid-range market, and it looks like it has a new one in the works. Mr. Blurrycam managed to snap some photographs of a new Samsung device with the model number GT-S7500 (as evident by the photograph). Not many details about the phone were released, but it does look like a smaller version of the Galaxy S with a smaller and lower res screen, and a 5-megapixel camera with LED flash. No word on whether the GT-S7500 will be the phone's final name or if it will be given the Galaxy branding as well.

Ubergizmo, Samsung GT-S7500 caught in the wild

Gift idea for the cycling wine fan on your list

Cycling and wine drinking are two activities that I never considered going hand in hand. Obviously I have been severely misinformed because the Bicycle Wine Rack from Oopsmark allows the wine drinking cyclist to transport their favorite bottle along for the ride. Wacky. Yes. But it's made of leather, so you know people aren't going to laugh and point when you ride by. They will be jealous and want one of their own. The Wine Rack is made of vegetable tanned leather and is available in 3 colors. It's priced at $29.00 – $34.00 and fits 1″ bike frames and 3″ bottles.

The Gadgeteer, Gift idea for the cycling wine fan on your list

LaCie LaPlug Product Review

Doesn't everyone have a few USB Memory Sticks or a USB hard drive that they want to share their content with their family and friends?  Personally, I have a 500GB USB hard drive and a couple of 8GB Memory Sticks that I and my children constantly move from computer to computer to share content.








The Gadgeteer, LaCie LaPlug Product Review

AEM lets you hook up your car to a dyno at home with Dyno-Shaft

Unless you happen to own a dyno, accurately keeping track of which modifications benefit your vehicle may be a seat-of-the-pants operation. AEM is hoping to change that for people who are serious about wringing the absolute most out of their vehicle with the unfortunately-named Dyno-Shaft. While the product may sound like a bizarre fetish film, it has the potential to revolutionize tuning for those of us who don't have access to high-dollar engine evaluation equipment.

2DayBlog.com, AEM lets you hook up your car to a dyno at home with Dyno-Shaft

New Skype enables Facebook-to-Facebook video calling

Facebook, it seems, has become the official spokesperson of the internet, or the symbol of the World Wide Web (at least for Americans, anyway). In the daily newspaper, the logo is seen printed with almost every ad. On television, they're spotted on TV commercials along with a link to the advertiser's Facebook page. A good number of websites require a Facebook login, and even chat clients like the recently upgraded AIM (which has thoroughly pissed off recent and long-time users) offers Facebook chat connectivity.
Skype is just as guilty.

2DayBlog.com, New Skype enables Facebook-to-Facebook video calling

BlackBerry Bold 9790 launch causes mayhem, 90 injured in Indonesia [video]

. A 50% discount on the just-launched BlackBerry Bold 9790 had mall shoppers in a frenzy in Jakarta, Indonesia on Friday. Reportedly, as many as 90 people were injured after shoppers fell out of line and into a disorderly crowd when word came out that the retailer selling the device wouldn't have enough units to satisfy demand. Three people needed to be hospitalized for broken bones and more than 200 police officers and mall security officials were required to restore peace.



Boy Genius Report, BlackBerry Bold 9790 launch causes mayhem, 90 injured in Indonesia [video]

3D solar structures from MIT that can work just as well in cloudy weather

A team over at MIT have recently found a way to make solar panels work just as efficiently in cloudy weather as they do during cloudy weather. Instead of just using flat panels that only obtain the most energy when the sun is directly above them, the team has come up with 3D solar structures that are capable of collecting sunlight from all around them (i.e. ambient light) instead of from just one direction;which means in less than ideal conditions, the structures can collect almost as much light as they do on a sunny day.

Ubergizmo, 3D solar structures from MIT that can work just as well in cloudy weather

Dooney & Bourke Multi Function Zip Around Wallet Review

Julie has used a WaterField Design Wallet (see related posts at the bottom) for a few years now that she says is big enough to carry her ID and cards, some cash, and even her phone.  She says it's her go-to-lunch bag that she can just stick in her pocket.  I wanted a wallet like that, but I don't always have pockets.  I didn't want to have to carry a wallet in my hand; I preferred a wallet with a wrist strap.





The Gadgeteer, Dooney & Bourke Multi Function Zip Around Wallet Review

Symbian Belle unofficially out for the Nokia C7

Nokia has promised to update its older models (currently running Symbian Anna) to Belle. But if you have a Nokia C7 and are envious of the Belle-running Nokia 701, you can update your phone right now, unofficially, of course. A leaked image of the Belle update for the C7 surfaced online and can be flashed on the phone using the Phoenix tool. The version of the image is Nokia C7 RM-675 Original RC Belle 111.030.0607 and you need to have Anna on the phone first.

Here's a video that shows the flashing process:

Such DIY flashes always carry some risk, so you might want to wait until the official update is out.



GSM Arena, Symbian Belle unofficially out for the Nokia C7

Verizon to sell Samsung Galaxy Nexus for $199.99?

We don't have an release date for the Samsung Galaxy Nexus in the US yet, but it looks like we're one step closer to seeing it on sale because Verizon has officially put a price tag on the phone. The folks over at smartkeitai.com spotted a Verizon advert featuring the Galaxy Nexus on Reddit, which showed the price of the device. No word on whether it's just going to be for the holidays, but it looks like we'll be able to pick up the Samsung Galaxy Nexus for $199.99 with a 2-year contract on Big Red. Judging by the holiday decoration on the advert, we're hoping that this means the phone will arrive in time for the holidays.

Ubergizmo, Verizon to sell Samsung Galaxy Nexus for $199.99?

SteelSeries 7H Fnatic Limited Edition Headset

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Trendy Gadget, SteelSeries 7H Fnatic Limited Edition Headset

Kaspersky Lab Expands Its Partnership with Scuderia Ferrari

Abingdon, UK, 24 November 2011 - Kaspersky Lab, a leading developer of secure content and threat management solutions, today announced the expansion of its partnership with Scuderia Ferrari. At the final Formula One Grand Prix of the 2011 season in São Paulo, the company will unveil a new contract with the world-renowned racing team for the next two years. The partnership between Kaspersky Lab and Scuderia Ferrari, which has proved immensely successful for both companies, is steadily developing. The new stage of the partnership will see an increased Kaspersky Lab logo presence at all the Formula One races in the 2012 and 2013 seasons.

Press Release Distribution, Kaspersky Lab Expands Its Partnership with Scuderia Ferrari

Motorola PRO+ now available in Europe, UK gets it first

Motorola PRO+ was announced back in August but it's just today it finally made its way on the market. The Gingerbread-running messenger is available on Clove UK for £320 and on Amazon DE for €320. We expect more retailers to announce its availability any moment now.


GSM Arena, Motorola PRO+ now available in Europe, UK gets it first

LG and Prada working on a third phone, a smartphone this time

LG and Prada have a long standing partnership when it comes to designing phones and they have decided to make it exclusive. Together, they are at work to create the third Prada phone - a smartphone this time. The original Prada phone by LG was the first touchscreen phone and its design is exhibited in the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Shanghai.

GSM Arena, LG and Prada working on a third phone, a smartphone this time

Ice Cream Sandwich supports USB mass storage after all, Galaxy Nexus does not

When the Samsung Galaxy Nexus was announced, we were a bit taken aback by the fact that USB mass storage wasn't supported on the device, leading us to believe that it was a flaw in Android 4.0. Android engineer Dan Morrill took to the ‘net to sort out the confusion, explaining that Ice Cream Sandwich does indeed support the feature, but only on devices that offer removable storage cards — which explains why we weren't able to use it on the Nexus. Here's why, according to Dan:.

2DayBlog.com, Ice Cream Sandwich supports USB mass storage after all, Galaxy Nexus does not