Google Voice is broken in Android 4.2

We're hearing lots of rumblings about Google Voice issues with Android 4.2, starting with the early Nexus 4 review units that went out, but that could've been blamed on pre-release software. Well it seems that the final 4.2 software has the same bits that make the Google Voice app crash as well. Going to the Google Voice app, hitting the button to create a new message and attempting to add a recipient causes a complete force close of the app -- every single time.

Now, this is likely an issue in Google Voice itself, which if we had to choose would be the preferred place to find the error simply because it can be updated quickly in the Play Store. Its still unfortunate to see an update completely break one of Google's own first-party apps. Hopefully the fix is coming soon. In the meantime, if you're a heavy Google Voice user you may want to hold off on that 4.2 update for your Galaxy Nexus.

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Samsung Galaxy S3 Jelly Bean Update Might Launch Soon on AT&T

It may not be Android 4.2, but an update from Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean may be rolled out this week for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy S3. This was reported by colorful tech site PopHerald , which had received a tip from an unnamed insider, apparently one close to the carrier.

That would leave Verizon Wireless customers without a Jelly Bean update for its Galaxy S3 users. Verizon has not had a very good history of rolling out updates in a timely manner, so there remains the chance of “Big Red” being one of the last, if not the last carriers to roll out Android 4.1 for the Galaxy S3.

Aside from AT&T and Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile and U.S. Cellular also offer the Galaxy S3. Sprint had rolled out its Jelly Bean update some time ago, making it the first carrier to get its Galaxy S3 users upgraded to the second-newest Android platform. T-Mobile and U.S. Cellular haven’t made any announcements yet on their Jelly Bean update schedules.

Android 4.1 Jelly Bean is arguably best known for introducing users to Project Butter and Google Now. Google Now is the search engine giant’s “answer” to Siri, a virtual assistant of sorts that provides directions and traffic updates, among others.

Project Butter is Google’s term for the much smoother user interface interactions experienced on Android 4.1-powered devices. So far, Jelly Bean updates for the Galaxy S3 have been successfully rolled out in several markets, mostly located in Europe, Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

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Nexus 4 Vs Galaxy Nexus Vs Galaxy S III

some time ago, Google has released the latest Google Android Smartphone. This time Google is working with LG, which they they named LG Nexus 4

Nexus 4 comes with a capable hardware specs. This device has been equipped with quad-core processors and large-capacity battery.

So, what hardware update obtained by this new Nexus series, when compared with last year's version, the Samsung Galaxy Nexus?

What if the Nexus 4 compared with the best-selling Android smartphone today, the Samsung Galaxy S III?

Let's compare Nexus 4 Vs Galaxy Nexus Vs Galaxy S III with the table below.

	[caption id="attachment_107" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="LG Nexus 4"][/caption]	[caption id="attachment_108" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Samsung Galaxy Nexus"][/caption]	[caption id="attachment_109" align="aligncenter" width="150" caption="Samsung Galaxy SIII"][/caption]
chip system	Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro	TI OMAP4460	Samsung Exynos 4 (4412)
Processor	Quadcore,  1500 Mhz, Krait	Dual core, 1200 Mhz, ARM Cortex-A9	Quadcore,  1500 Mhz,  ARM Cortex-A9
Graphics Processors	Adreno 320	PowerVR SGX540	ARM Mali-400/MP4
RAM	2 GB	1 GB	1 GB
type and screen size	IPS 4,7 Inch	Super Amoled 4,65 Inch	Super Amoled 4,8 Inch
Resolution	768 x 1280	720 x 1280	720 x 1280
front camera	1,3 Megapixels	1,3 Megapixels	1,9 Megapixels
back camera	8 Megapixels	5 Megapixels	8 Megapixels
resolution video recording	1080p HD (30fps)	1080p HD (30fps)	1080p HD (30fps)
Battery	2100mAh	1750 mAh	21010 mAh
Operating System	Android 4,2	Android 4,0 , Android 4,1	Android 4,0 , Android 4,1
Storage	8GB/16GB	32GB	32GB with MicroSD slot
Dimension	133,9 x 68,7 x 9,1 mm	135,5 x 67,94 x 8,94 mm	136,6 x 70,6 x 8,6 mm
Weight	139 grams	135 grams	133 grams
Price	$299	$377 (Check Best Price)	$ 549 (Check Best Price)

iPhone 5 vs. Google-LG Nexus 4: Android or iOS Smartphone?

Google just announced its new line of hardware today through a blog post, after an event in New York was canceled due to Hurricane Sandy.

One of the devices announced by the company is its latest Nexus smartphone courtesy of LG. The Google-LG Nexus 4 is rumored to be equipped with 4.7 inch screen display with 1280x768 resolution, 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 Pro quad-core processor, 8 MP camera and 2100 mAh battery.

The upcoming Google-LG smartphone will run with Android 4.2 Key Lime Pie that will soon be unveiled by the search engine company.

According to the blog post, "Android 4.2 brings other great goodies like Gesture Typing, which lets you glide your finger over the letters you want to type on the keyboard-it makes typing fast, fun and a whole lot simpler. Android 4.2 also adds support for wireless display so you can wirelessly watch movies, YouTube videos and play games right on your Miracast-compatible HDTV."

Tech giant Apple also unveiled the new generation of its smartphone last September, which features a 4-inch screen, slightly bigger than earlier versions of Apple's device with 1136x640 pixel resolution, 4G/LTE connectivity, and iOS 6 mobile operating system.

Below is the comparison of the two devices. Note that the specs and features of the LG Nexus 4 are still unofficial.

Screen Display - iPhone 5 sports a 4-inch full HD screen display while LG Nexus 4 is rumored to have a 4.7-inch True IPS display with 1280x768 pixel resolution.

Processor - The Apple flagship phone is powered by quad core A6 chip processor. The LG Nexus 4 is rumored to have 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 Pro quad-core processor with 2GB of RAM.

Operating System - iPhone 5 runs with the company's own operating system - iOS 6. LG Nexus 4 is expected to be introduced with Android's new Key Lime Pie version, which is rumored to be unveiled on the same date.

Storage - iPhone 5 is available in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB variants. Some tech websites claimed that the LG Nexus 4 will be released with 8GB storage option while others claimed that it will be equipped with 16GB of storage.

Camera - The iPhone 5 sports an 8-megapixel rear camera and a 1.9-megapixel front-facing camera. LG Nexus 4, on the other hand, is thought to have an 8-megapixel rear camera and 1.3-megapixel front shooter.

Battery - Apple's latest smartphone boasts 9 hours of battery life. The upcoming LG Nexus 4 is also speculated to come with 2100 mAh battery.

iPhone 5 is available in Apple Stores and through various carriers. However, more details are expected to be known about the LG Nexus 4 in the coming days.

 

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Microsoft Releases Xbox SmartGlass app for Android Smartphones

Finally, Microsoft announced that it has released the Xbox SmartGlass app for Android Smartphones via Google Play App Store. This Android app allows Android users to experience using their touchscreen devices to interact with the Xbox 360.

Reported by from Cnet, application developers can use the Xbox SmartGlass App to interact with TV shows, movies, sports and games. The app works with the recently launched Internet Explorer browser for Xbox 360, as well as Xbox Video and Xbox Music apps. Games that will work with SmartGlass in the coming months include Dance Central 3, Forza Horizon and Ascend: New Gods. Halo Waypoint, NBA Game Time, HBO GO, ESPN and other Xbox 360 apps will also work with SmartGlass.

In addition, there is also the social aspect of the trying to embedded into it, that is user can interact with friends on Xbox Live service, comparing the acquisition of rank in the game and dressed their avatars.

Xbox SmartGlass app requires Android operating system Ice Cream Sandwich and Xbox Live membership in order to be used. IOS version is also planned to be present, but is not currently available. For additional information, SmartGlass app is not currently compatible with Android tablets. You can get an This app for free from the Google Play App Store.

Google's Nexus 4 Android Phone Details Leak Early

UK retailer Carphone Warehouse has spilled the beans on the next Google superphone that will ship at the end of this month with cutting-edge hardware and the latest version of the Android OS.

Spilling the Jelly Beans

Ahead of Google's major product refresh event, its next official smartphone has been leaked in Britain on the Carphone Warehouse site. The Nexus 4 is pretty much what people expected and will compete with the iPhone 5, Samsung Galaxy SIII and other devices.

It offers a slim, 9.1mm thin, design with a 4.7" display and a HD resolution of 1280x768 at 320ppi, protected by Gorilla Glass 2. Inside is a SnapDragon S4 1.5GHz processor for great graphics and games, and fast response from apps, plus NFC.

There's also an 8MP camera for recording 1080p high-def video and creating 360 degree panoramic photos. It runs Android 4.2 Jelly Bean and comes with all the latest Google features and services, including Google Now, Google Answers, Google Maps and Gesture Typing.

The fastest and smoothest version of Android yet, Jelly Bean, improves on the simplicity and beauty of Android 4.0, and introduces a new Google search experience. Making the things you do on your device, more simple and fun. Because this is a Nexus device, it will get Android updates faster than other phones.

Superphone Super Fight

The phone will be available at the end of this month on the usual contracts, and will compete directly with the latest Android class leaders, Apple iPhone and Microsoft's upcoming range of Windows Phone 8 devices.

Google will officially announce this alongside likely Nexus tablet upgrades, including a 10" model, and the new Chromebook on Monday. Just before Microsoft kicks off the Windows 8 mayhem. In a world of converging larger smartphones and smaller tablets like the iPad mini, will users stick with their phones and invest in tablets instead?

 

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