Archivi giornalieri: 03/07/2012
Dead Trigger Arrives On Tegra 3 Android Devices (video)
If you have been waiting for the launch of the new Dead Trigger game we featured last month for Tegra 3 Android devices you will be pleased to learn that the new game is arriving today. Watch the video after the jump to see it in action.
Dead Trigger has been created by Madfinger Games who created the third person shooter Shadowgun. Dead Trigger is already available on iOS devices, but if you have a Tegra 3 processor in your mobile system you can benefit from exclusive effects such as enhanced ragdoll physics, advanced water animations, and particle/fluid effects.
The new Dead Trigger zombie first person shooter will be available to purchase from day from the Google Play Store for $0.99. Its also available from the iTunes AppStore for $0.99
Source: IntoMobile
Mozilla Renames Boot2Gecko To Firefox OS And Partners With Six Carriers
Mozila has today announced that it has now renamed it Boot2Gecko mobile HTML5 based mobile operating system to Firefox OS, showing the new operating system is moving closer to launch.
Mozila has also announced partnerships with six carriers who are going to manufacture handsets ready to start running the new Firefox OS operating system, once it is officially launched.
These include Sprint, Telefonica, Deutsche Telekom, Etisalat, Smart and Telenor, as well as partnerships with two device manufacturers TCL Communication Technology and TZE.
“The Firefox OS for mobile devices is built on Mozilla’s “Boot to Gecko project” which unlocks many of the current limitations of web development on mobile, allowing HTML5 applications to access the underlying capabilities of a phone, previously only available to native applications. Telefonica’s Digital unit joined forces with Mozilla earlier this year to take this work and showcase a new phone architecture where every phone feature (calling, messaging, games, etc.) is an HTML5 application.”
Mozilla hopes to have the new handsets in stores buy the end of this year, or early into 2013. Unfortunately no information on pricing or worldwide availability has been released as yet, but as soon as information comes to light we will keep you updated as always.
Source: BGR
Nexus Q Magic 8 Ball Voice Recognition Easter Egg Mode Discovered
Google has always been known as a company that adds Easter Egg surprises to its devices and their new Nexus Q streaming media seems to have one as well.In the form of a Magic 8 Ball mode, which has been discovered by Google I/O attendee Adrian Perez.
The discovered Magic 8 Ball mode is activated by using the Android Nexus Q app, and enables voice recognition on the Nexus Q media streaming device.
The mode is activated by tapping repeatedly on the Nexus Q’s image in the dedicated Android app. Once triggered the application will then respond with a text message stating “Have a dilemma? Ask the Q.”
Once the text message is displayed you can then ask the Google Nexus Q questions which are then answered in the style of a Magic 8 Ball novelty toy. As a recap the new Google Nexus Q media streaming player is powered by a dual core OMAP 4460 Cortex A9 processor supported by 1GB of RAM, running Google’s latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) operating system.
Source: Electronista
HTC One X Gets Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Port (Video)
It looks like HTC flagship smartphone is one of the first device to get a port of Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, the video below shows Android 4.1 running on the HTC One X.
The guys from the XDA Developers managed to port Android 4.1 Jelly Bean to the HTC One X, after the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean ROM was leaked last week.
This is a port of Jellybean, based off of the roms for the two nexus devices that were released yesterday. I’m working to add in all of the key features at the moment, and it’s going pretty well, so you can probably expect to see some kind of Alpha release fairly soon.
You can find out more details about how the guys from the XDA managed to get Android 4.1 running on the HTC One X over at the XDA Developers.
Source Gadgetsteria
Resident Evil 6 Gameplay Unveiled (video)
If you are looking forward to the launch of the new latest Resident Evil 6 game, you are sure to enjoy this sneak peak at some gameplay for the new title, hat was revealed at Capcom’s Summer Jam.
Resident Evil 6 is expected to officially launch on October 2nd 2012 for the PC, Xbox 360 and Sony’s PS3 console. Allowing players to choose between three scenarios to play through with interconnecting storylines.
All three scenarios will includes the newly introduced J’avo enemies, who have been designed to interact with each other to plan an attack, use weapons, and heal themselves. The video below shows Leon making his way through a subway station as he meets a horde of zombies.
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Source: Gameranx
Google Working On 10 Inch Nexus 10 Tablet (Rumor)
Last week Google launched their first Android tablet, the Google Nexus 7 which was made in conjunction with Asus and is the first device to come with the new version of Google’s mobile OS, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean.
Now according to a recent report by Digitimes, Google is also working on another new Android tablet, which will apparently feature a 10 inch display and will be called the Google Nexus 10.
Of course this is just a rumor at the moment, but we suspect that Google probably do have another Nexus Tablet in the works, and a 10 inch version would seem like the next logical step for Google.
Source Brief Mobile
Samsung WB100 Camera With 26x Zoom Introduced
Samsung has taken the wraps off a new addition to their camera range in the form of the Samsung WB100 which is equipped with a massive 26x optical high zoom lens.
Other features of the new Samsung WB100 include a 16-megapixel sensor with Dual Image Stabilisation (OIS + DIS), 3D photo capture, and Live Panorama Mode to name just a few.
The Samsung WB100 is also equipped with ISO 80 to 1,600 sensitivity or up to 3,200 for 3-megapixel photos and is capable of recording 720p video. Samsung explains:
“Not only does the WB100 deliver superior quality images but it is also easy to use. Its easily-navigated menu screen makes it a versatile camera, designed to capture clear and beautiful photos with ease,”-”Available in Black or Red, it is a stylish camera with a range of creative features including Smart Filter and Magic Frame, designed to enhance image quality along with the shooting experience. The soft hand grip combined with the metallic design gives it a sleek and seamless look.”
VLC Beta For Android Lands On Google Play
The guys behind the VLC Player have released a beta version of VLC for Android and the app is now available to download from the Google Play store, although as it is still in beta it is not stable and is intended for power users.
VLC is a free and open source cross-platform multimedia player that plays most multimedia files as well as discs, devices, and network streaming protocols.
This is a BETA version of the port to the Android™ platform. It is intended for power users and hackers. This version is NOT stable and is slower than the final version.
You can download the new VLC Beta for Android from the Google Play Store, the app is available as a free download.
Source Android Community
Apple’s Siri vs Google Search On Android 4.1 Jelly Bean (Video)
We have seen a couple of videos before of Apple’s Siri against various other voice activated virtual assistants, and now we have a video of Siri tested against Google Search on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean.
The video below shows Google Search running on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean on the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, and Apple’s Siri on the iPhone 4S, both devices are asked the same question at the same time.
As you can see from the video, it looks like the default Google Search seems to be able to answer the questions quicker than Apple’s Siri, it will be interesting to see this test again when Siri gets updated with iOS 6 to see if it can do a better job then.
Source Technobuffalo
Microsoft announces $39.99 Windows 8 Pro upgrade offer for most Windows users
Microsoft has already detailed the Windows 8 upgrade route for those buying a new computer, and it’s now finally confirmed what everyone else will be paying when they upgrade their existing PC. Those running Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 will able to download a Windows 8 Pro upgrade for just $39.99. That’s a far cry from the company’s earlier upgrade prices, which as recently as Windows 7 ran $50 and $99 for Home Premium and Pro upgrades, respectively. You will have to pay a bit more if you want packaged DVD version of the upgrade, though, with it running $69.99 at retail — it also sounds like both of those prices will be going up when the promotion ends on January 31st of next year. Not surprisingly, the upgrade process will vary depending on the OS you’re currently using. Those making the jump all the way from Windows XP will only able to bring their personal files with them, while those on Vista will be able to bring their personal files and Windows settings, but no applications. And, if you’re wondering about Media Center, it will be available as a free option once the upgrade is finished.
Beats Electronics gets official with MOG acquisition, makes it an honest music streaming service
The writing’s been on the wall for some time now, with this having been considered a done-deal back in March, but now the two parties involved are going public. Beats Electronics, the house that Dre built, is acquiring the MOG music streaming service, adding a little content to its brightly-colored can offerings. No word on cost, but MOG is said to have raised $33 million in funding to date, so that might give you a ballpark figure. It’s also unclear how or whether Beats-investor HTC might be involved in this new relationship, but if recent happenings are any indication, don’t go expecting too much on that front.
