Galaxy Note 10.1 hinted in invitation for Samsung’s August 15 event

Galaxy Note 10.1 hinted in invitation for Samsung’s August 15 event:

Regular readers might know that Samsung is planning to make August the Galaxy Note month. The Koreans are preparing an event on August 15, where they will unveil the “next Galaxy device” (if that sounds familiar, it’s because they used the same tagline for the Galaxy S3 launch), ostensibly the Galaxy Note 10.1.

Sprint joins the free Galaxy Nexus party

Sprint joins the free Galaxy Nexus party:

The Galaxy Nexus may not have the most advanced specs anymore compared to the newer Android phones available in the market, but it does hit the sweet spot between hardware, software and price.  If the latter was the biggest concern that’s been holding you back from diving in, the time for hesitation is through, as Sprint is now offering the Galaxy Nexus for free.

HTC Proto might join the One series in fall, a better One V with 4-inch display and Snapdragon S4

HTC Proto might join the One series in fall, a better One V with 4-inch display and Snapdragon S4:


With the original One series failing to shake off HTC’s run of bad financial luck, it’s high time for the Taiwanese to start adding some new blood to their lineup. We reported before about the supposed arrival of HTC One X+, which should boast superior specs to its predecessor, including a NVIDIA Tegra 3+

Sony clarifies statement on unlocked bootloader warranty

Sony clarifies statement on unlocked bootloader warranty:

Yet again, Sony finds itself at the defense table, facing less than enthused crowds who have not taken too kindly the company’s stance on warranty. The Japanese phone maker now explains its side of story of why folks who have unlocked their phone’s bootloader – using the tool provided by Sony, we might add – face the risks of voiding their warranty.

The amazing Horn game to be released this month on mobile devices

The amazing Horn game to be released this month on mobile devices:

Phosphor Games’ Horn is looking to be one of those Android games that you absolutely have to buy. The game is based on the Unreal Engine, which means impressive graphics are assured, and it seems to resemble

Deal: Sprint Galaxy S3 available for $119.99 from Amazon Wireless

Deal: Sprint Galaxy S3 available for $119.99 from Amazon Wireless:

Those of you that haven’t purchased yet the Galaxy S3 from any of the seven U.S. carriers that have either launched or are getting ready to release it, should check out Amazon Wireless first, as the retailer has a great

Chinese Xiaomi Phone 2 to launch August 16 in seemingly indestructible packaging

Chinese Xiaomi Phone 2 to launch August 16 in seemingly indestructible packaging:

The Chinese are apparently crazy over smartphones. After all, this country of 1 billion mobile phone users is

7-inch iPad Mini mentioned in internal Apple Galaxy Tab email [screenshot]

7-inch iPad Mini mentioned in internal Apple Galaxy Tab email [screenshot]:

A couple a days ago we talked about two important testimonies in the U.S. Apple vs Samsung court, Phil Shiller’s and Scott Forstall’s. Both are important figures inside Apple, both Senior Vice Presidents – of Worldwide Marketing and iOS Software, respectively – so it’s certainly interesting to hear them speak about iPhone, iPad and Samsung while under oath.

Top 5 Surprising Facts about Video Games

Top 5 Surprising Facts about Video Games:

There are many more tidbits that could have been added to this list, but lists like these are subjective anyway, which is why I’m leaving the order up to you.  Which of these facts are most surprising to you?
Video Games More Effective at Fighting Teenage Depression than Traditional Therapy
Although 80% of depressed teenagers are never treated, a new game SPARX (Smart, Positive, Active, Realistic, X-factor thoughts) was created to combat negative thoughts and encourage more positive modes of thinking.  The surprising aspect of this game is that depressed teenagers who played SPARX had a significantly higher state of remission than those who only attended therapy sessions.  44% of SPARX players remained in remission while only 26% of those in traditional psychology were able to achieve a state of

IGN App on Xbox Live

IGN App on Xbox Live:
One stop shops for all things game-related are important bookmarks to add to any gamers’ computer (especially sites with decent game walkthroughs!).  Now you don’t have to venture far to get news and updates from IGN.
Xbox Live just added an app for IGN, allowing gamers to take advantage of its game content (previews, reviews, guides, video walkthroughs, live eSports event streaming, access to industry events).  The app even utilizes the Xbox’s Kinect features, integrating voice control and gesture control.

Perhaps the most useful aspect of the IGN app is the “instant access” walkthrough capability.  No more pulling out the laptop for your game FAQ’s and help: all will be immediately available to you right on your TV!  What a deal.  All that is required for the IGN app is a gold membership subscription.
IGN’s SVP of Content & Publishing Peer Schneider says, “With this new app, we continue our mission to reach gamers wherever they are, across all platforms, services and devices.  Now millions of Xbox LIVE users can watch curated IGN content straight from their TVs.”  IGN is on a mission to conquer the gaming world it seems, and this new Xbox app brings them closer to their objective.  In IGN’s app preview video, Daemon highlights that fact when he says, “In fact, you want have to leave your couch ever again…ever again…”

Thus far, the IGN app is only available to Xbox gold members in the US but will someday reach gamers abroad.  US gamers are getting a deal to ensure we get hooked on this new app – a month of Xbox Live Gold for free, between May 8^th and June 8^th.