Section: Communications, Cellular Providers, Mobile, Computers, Mobile Computers 
Samsung’s tablet is widely known as the Samsung Galaxy Tab, but latest reports indicate Samsung will launch its tablet in South Korea under the name Samsung Galaxy Pad. With the iPad already available, RIM’s BlackPad right around the corner, maybe it makes sense to market all touch screen tablets as a “Pad.” However, Samsung may choose to market the Galaxy Pad under a different name when it is released in the European and American markets. In addition, OLED-Display is reporting Samsung will launch two devices of the Galaxy Pad—a 7 inch display version and a 10 inch display version. The 7 inch display model should be on display at IFA this year, meaning a launch should follow shortly thereafter. Interestingly, Samsung plans to price the 7 inch model similar to the price point of the Galaxy S smartphone (I am going to assume this means the unsubsidized price as opposed to the $199 on contract). To recap the Galaxy Pad real quick, the device features either a 7 inch or 10 inch display, runs Android 2.2, 5MP camera, WiFi, 1GHz processor, and 16GB internal memory expandable to 48GB with a 32GB microSD card. Via [OLED-Display] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Web, Google Picture this: a girl falls in love with a boy and they have a lot of good times together. A month or so after they’ve been dating, the boy finds out that she is in fact a Trekkie. This is terrible news to the boy as he is a Jedi in training. The boy winds up breaking things off because he can’t stand to date a chick that is fluent in Klingon. She can’t stand the thought of breaking things off so hastily and begins keeping track of his Facebook account, Twitter, Myspace and every other social networking medium he’s ever come across. From the boy’s perspective, this can be a tad bit frustrating as the boy doesn’t want anyone know every little bit about his online life. Now Ctrl + V this situation and replace the words “girl” and “boy” with “Google” and “you”. I wonder how the general public would react knowing that someone has kept tabs of every conversation, email and correspondence they’ve had through Google’s services. Here’s what our boy Schmidt had to say: “I don’t believe society understands what happens when everything is available, knowable and recorded by everyone all the time.”
Schmidt also went on to predict that in the future, Google will know so much about its users that the search engine will be able to assist them while they plan their lives. He also believes that one day, people will be allowed to change their names to escape those humiliating pictures that have been posted on their Facebook. You know the ones I’m talking about… It doesn’t end there. Schmidt and company are trying to figure out what the next step is in the search engine market and have come across this conclusion: “I actually think most people don’t want Google to answer their questions. They want Google to tell them what they should be doing next.”
Can we have a poll on this one? What do you think would happen if Google began telling you how to live your life? Would you actually take their suggestions into account or ignore them and carry along as usual? Let us know what you think. Via [Telegraph] Full Story » | Written by Tarun Kunwar for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Computers, Mobile Computers, Software / Applications It is no secret RIM is prepping an iPad-killer in the form of the BlackPad, a device that will reportedly be available by November for $499. As you would probably guess, RIM should use BlackBerry OS 6 on the BlackPad, maybe with a few minor upgrades and features, but it looks like RIM might go in another direction. Back in April, RIM purchased QNX Software Systems for a cool $200 million and word on the street is RIM wants QNX to create an OS for the BlackPad. According to Bloomberg—who is citing three people familiar with the plans—RIM may use an OS by QNX because BlackBerry OS 6 includes “legacy software code from older BlackBerry phones.” However, the integration between the unannounced BlackPad and the BlackBerry smartphone will be strong, even if the two devices are running different OS’s . Hopefully we will hear some official confirmation about the BlackPad in the near future. Via [Bloomberg] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Mobile Nokia’s latest smartphone, the N9, was recently found leaked in the wild and the pictures make it look pretty appealing. According to Engadget, the Nokia N9 images that are showing up represent a prototype—according to a mole who ran the serial number through Nokia’s internal system. With that being said, this could be the real deal when the N9 launches in late December, or the real device could look a little differently. If you take a look at the device, it is has a very neat and stylish slideout keyboard, which bears similar to the MacBook design. In addition, it is said to run MeeGo OS. Via [Eldar Murtazin] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Mobile  Whatever the next iteration after Google Android 3.0 (Gingerbread) is —3.1, 3.2, or even 4.0—TechRadar has confirmed through “multiple sources” that Google will call it Honeycomb. Of course, the naming convention isn’t nearly as important as the new features and upgrades the OS update brings, but it’s always nice to have a little fun with the names. With Google Android 3.0 set to launch by the end of 2010 or early 2011 and used predominantly in tablets, I would expect Honeycomb to launch sometime in mid 2011 used mainly with tablets. Just as a quick reminder: Android 1.5 is Cupcake, Android 1.6 is Donut, Android 2.0/1 is éclair, Android 2.2 is Froyo, and Android 3.0 is Gingerbread.
Via [TechRadar] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Computers, Mobile Computers, Web, Web Apps, Google Google has recently rolled out another update for the Gmail interface on the iPad. And before anyone misunderstands, this is not referring to a dedicated app but instead the web interface that is found using the browser. That said, the latest version of Gmail on the iPad now features the “Stacked Cards Interface.” And simply put; “In the new interface, selected conversations are displayed stacked on the right panel for easy organizing, archiving or deleting.”
While this is a welcomed change (and I only say that because I think I use the Gmail interface on the iPad for checking my email more than anywhere else), it is nice to see the simple reasoning that lead up to the change. “In the past, performing actions on selected conversations was awkward.”
Needless to say, things are better now, and thanks goes to Google for making my email management that much easier. As for getting and using this latest update, nothing to download or even do, other than type in www.gmail.com in Mobile Safari. Read [Google Mobile Blog] Full Story » | Written by Robert Nelson for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Web, Web 2.0 / Social Networking  Payvment has rolled out a new Facebook app that will allow Etsy sellers to import their inventory and set up a storefront on their Facebook pages. It provides a secure shopping cart and allows the seller to accept all familiar payment methods such as Paypal and all major credit cards. It also lets them offer action based discounts such as a percentage off their order if they “Like” the page. The company plans to release similar apps for other online product catalogs.
Read [Mashable] Full Story » | Written by Sue Walsh for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Smartphones, Mobile, Web, Web 2.0 / Social Networking Facebook has rolled out another update for their iPhone and iPod touch app, and with some disappointment—it is still not iPad compatible. That said, this latest update did bring some new and welcomed features. First and foremost, the Facebook app is now at version 3.2. As for the changes, those include some new features and well as some bug fixes. The new features includes Places as well as the ability to set the privacy on individual status updates and the ability to see all recipients of inbox messages. In addition there was also background support added for photo and video uploads. The bug fixes are said to include issues with Notes, the News Feed and a delay when commenting on a post or posting a status update. And while the background uploads are nice and the new privacy settings for individual updates are welcomed, perhaps the biggest addition came in the form of Places. This one is just what is sounds like, it allows you to check in to places. Which ultimately means more people sharing where they may be at any given time—but for those who care—this is set to share your location with friends by default. Download [Facebook (App Store link)] Full Story » | Written by Robert Nelson for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Web, Websites 
Just yesterday T-Mobile had a special promotion in which it sold the Samsung Vibrant for $99, or 50% off. While that sounds like a really good deal, all T-Mobile did was match the price of Amazon and Wirefly, two retailers who were already selling the Galaxy S device for $99.99. Today, Amazon lowered the price of the Vibrant to a mere penny with a new two year contract; and unlike yesterday’s T-Mobile promotion, Amazon’s deal will last longer than a day. Hopefully many prospective and current T-Mobile customers waited another day deciding whether to purchase the Vibrant or not and I’m sure this new deal will persuade many users. If you’re looking for the best Android device on the T-Mobile network, I would definitely recommend purchasing the Vibrant for a penny. However, the T-Mobile G2 will be available in the coming weeks, so it may be wise to wait around and see what happens with the first HSPA+ device before locking down to another two year agreement. Via [Amazon] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Audio, Portable Audio SanDisk once had a popular line of MP3 players with the Sansa devices. And truth be told, they may still be selling well, but that does not mean we have heard anything from them in the recent past. That said, things change and details on the latest Sansa device have recently been revealed. The new device will be the Sansa Fuze+ and it comes touting a 2.4 inch capacitive touchscreen display with a 320 x 240 pixel resolution and 4GB, 8GB or 16GB storage options. Other features include a microSD card slot for expanded storage, digital FM tuner, microUSB 2.0 port and a rechargeable battery that is said to be able to offer up to 24 hours of audio playback and 5 hours of video playback. The Sansa Fuze+ is compatible with MP3, WMA, Secure WMA, Ogg Vorbis, FLAC, AAC and Audible audio formats, MPEG-4, H.264, WMV and Flip video formats as well as being slotRadio and slotMusic ready. As for a release, the Sansa Fuze+ should be on the market soon, but so far no word of any pricing. Via [Engadget] Full Story » | Written by Robert Nelson for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Mobile 
One of the few drawbacks to the Samsung Galaxy S lineup of smartphones in the United States is an underlying GPS flaw. Fortunately, Samsung announced about five days ago that it is working on a GPS software fix to solve the problem. With the Epic 4G’s triumphant launch right around the corner, many are wondering whether the Epic suffers from a similar GPS flaw, but Samsung confirmed to Engadget the 4G device has been “tested and validated.” Here is the full statement by Samsung: “We have tested and validated both Network Assisted (indoor) and Autonomous (outdoor) GPS on the Epic 4G. With regards to Vibrant and Captivate, we are currently testing software updates which will optimize GPS performance. We expect to be able to make the updates available in September and will communicate more information and download instructions in the next few weeks.”
Samsung also reiterated the fact that the GPS software fix for the Samsung Vibrant (on T-Mobile) and the Samsung Captivate (on AT&T) should be ready to go in the “next few weeks.” Via [Engadget] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Computers, Mobile Computers, Laptops The Toshiba Libretto had recently come available for pre-order with Amazon, but it seems as if that availability was short lived—a quick check of the product listing on Amazon confirms the news; “This item has sold out!”
The model that was listed was the W105-L251 and it had a price of $1,099.99. Of course as with any quick sell outs like this, you have to wonder, did it sell incredibly well or was there just limited inventory to begin with? Either way though, those who waited will likely keep waiting for a while before they get another chance. Product [Amazon] Via [Pocketables] Full Story » | Written by Robert Nelson for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Web, Google  A law professor at Santa Clara University in California is accusing Google of an “impermissible conflict of interest” in regards to its practice of bidding in Adwords auctions in order to place ads for their own products and services. These are known as house ads. Eric Goldman says the practice distorts ad value and just isn’t fair to other advertisers. He is urging Google to use unique ad units for its house ads or to prevent other advertisers from bidding on the words it wants. Google says it’s always been company policy that departments that want to advertise must bid like everyone else and use their marketing budgets to pay for them.
What do you think? Is Google playing fair? Read [CNet] Full Story » | Written by Sue Walsh for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Computers, Mobile Computers  Toshiba has announced it plans to release its Android tablet next month, months ahead of their competition. This includes Google’s anticipated Chrome tablet, which isn’t due to become available until the holiday season. The company has yet to release any details but we do know it will run Android on a Nvidia Tegra 2 processor and have a 10 inch display. A potential iPad killer? That remains to be seen, but if the price is right it could be!
Read [Digitimes] Full Story » | Written by Sue Walsh for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellphones, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Mobile Two days ago, Telus, a Canadian carrier, announced it would begin to ship the Motorola Charm. For Americans, the news came as a disappointment because T-Mobile still had not announced an official launch date for the 2.8 inch touch screen candybar Android device. Yesterday, however, T-Mobile tweeted a message announcing the Charm will launch on August 25, just as the rumors predicted. According to TmoNews, the Motorola Charm will be available for $75 on a new two year contract, but personally I’m hoping it will be available for free through a special promotion. In the end, we’re still not sure whether a battery issue caused the Charm to be delayed until August 25 or if T-Mobile intended all along to release the phone at the end of August. Read [Twitter] Full Story » | Written by Natesh Sood for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
 Section: Communications, Cellular Providers, Smartphones, Mobile  The rumors were calling for the Android 2.2 Froyo update to begin rolling out for Droid Incredible users as of yesterday. Sadly, this rumor was not true and those who have been waiting and checking…and checking can sit back and relax for a bit. The news comes by way of the official Verizon Wireless Support account on Twitter;
“We currently do not have information for the Incredible update at this time and is not being sent out today. *AN”
Read [Twitter @VZWSupport] Full Story » | Written by Robert Nelson for Gadgetell. | Comment on this Article »
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