Wednesday, 25 August 2010

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Motorola Droid 2 for Verizon Now Rooted

Posted: 25 Aug 2010 10:38 AM PDT

That didn’t take long at all. Though, it’s not surprising, considering the hard work and dedication showcased every day by the Android developer community. And considering the Droid 2 is so similar to the Droid X, many were probably just counting down the days before they could get their brand new Droid device rooted. The wait is over, folks.

Thanks to the developers over at XDA, the Motorola Droid 2 has been officially rooted. And only after two weeks of being out in the wild. Unfortunately, this isn’t the easiest process in the world, and you’ll need to take a dive into ADB, put in a lot of commands, and hope for the best. Basically, it’s similar to how the Droid X needed to be rooted in its early stages. But, considering we now have one-touch root method for the X, it will probably come for the Droid 2 soon enough. You can go through the whole process if you want, but remember to follow the instructions closely. You can find those through the source link below. And if you go through with it, let us know in the comments how it pans out for you.

[via XDA Forums]

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Google Issues Response to DRM Breach

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 03:06 PM PDT

The licensing issue with Android applications, and the fact that there’s plenty of ways to get your hands on paid applications for free, is starting to frustrate developers out there. And rightly so, we imagine. And, Google had an idea to issue a new licensing server a few weeks ago, to make sure that a new methodology for preventing folks from getting paid apps for free was implemented. It didn’t take long for folks to figure out a way to work around that, though, and now Google has officially responded.

According to Google, their new licensing server, or idea if you will, is still new, and the first installment is very thinly veiled. Basically, it was easy for people to get in, figure it out and work around what they needed to work around. That sounds like a Beta to us, and we all know how much Google love their Betas. Although it was easy to modify, it wasn’t focused primarily on security. At least, not yet.

And sure enough, Google is quick to point out that 100 percent security isn’t possible in a system that uses third-party code. Simple enough. But, while 100 percent may not be what everyone is looking for, some new kind of security system may be what Android needs to make developers feel safe enough to develop brand spanking new applications.

[via Android Developer Blog]

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Samsung Galaxy S Devices Now DivX HD Certified

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 02:17 PM PDT

It’s not a standard in every phone quite yet, but it’s becoming more apparent that DivX support is a growing trend in smartphones. Samsung, especially, has actually included the support for the video format, including it in devices that aren’t even smartphones, per se. So, it comes as no surprise that the Samsung Galaxy S devices have been officially given the title “certified.”

According to Samsung, the Galaxy S line-up of devices are the first Android-powered handsets to be officially DivX certified, and they are the second device in total to be certified. With the DivX HD certification, this means that owners of the Galaxy S devices can now save movies in the DivX format, in both standard definition or HD on internal or external memory, and be able to play it back from the device without any issues. So, if you find yourself watching plenty of movies in DivX format, but you don’t own a Galaxy S device yet, what’s stopping you now?

Press Release

Brilliant new Android smart phone available worldwide, including U.S.

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — DivX, Inc. (Nasdaq: DIVX), a leading digital media company, and Samsung Electronics Co. LTD, a leading mobile provider, today announced that the Galaxy S™ is now DivX Certified® for HD video playback at 720p resolution. The Galaxy S is the world’s first Android™ mobile phone that is DivX Certified for HD and the second overall DivX HD Certified phone, following the successful launch of the Samsung Wave.

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Now available in the United States, Europe and Asia, the Galaxy S has a large 4-inch super AMOLED display, which delivers an unrivaled screen quality for a better viewing experience. Powered by a 1GHz processor, the Galaxy S dazzles with amazing 3-D graphics, faster upload and download times, and a rich multimedia and gaming experience. As an Android-powered device, the Galaxy S also provides access to the more than 70,000 applications from Android Market.

To enjoy DivX video on the Galaxy S, consumers can load their video libraries of both standard definition and HD 720p movies in the DivX format on the internal and external memory (expandable to 32GB) and then watch their collections anywhere they choose. In addition, the Galaxy S can connect directly to other DivX Certified devices, such as HDTVs, turning it into a powerful mobile set-top box in the living room. The Galaxy S will also support the secure playback of major Hollywood titles in the DivX format from leading studios.

“The Galaxy S has exploded in popularity, and we are very excited to join Samsung in promoting its new DivX HD capabilities,” said Kevin Hell, Chief Executive Officer, DivX, Inc. “We’re pleased that Samsung recognizes the importance of the DivX brand in providing their consumers with a seamless, high-quality entertainment experience.”

“Samsung continues to launch feature-rich devices packed with innovative technologies,” said Younghee Lee, Senior Vice President, Samsung Electronics. “By obtaining DivX HD Certification of our new Android-powered multimedia smart phone, we’re giving our customers the freedom to enjoy their DivX videos up to 720p at home and on the go.”

DivX Certified phones are all tested to guarantee high-quality DivX video playback. DivX technology produces highly compressed video that requires minimal storage for the highest quality media experience on a mobile platform for viewing anytime, anywhere.

Products that bear the DivX Certified logo have undergone a rigorous testing program to ensure a high-quality DivX media experience, including reliable video creation and playback, interoperability with other DivX Certified devices and the visual quality users expect from DivX.

For more information about DivX, visit www.divx.com.

About DivX
DivX, Inc. is a leading digital media company that enables consumers to enjoy a high-quality video experience across any kind of device. DivX creates, distributes and licenses digital video technologies that span the “three screens” comprising today’s consumer media environment—the PC, the television and mobile devices. Over 300 million DivX devices have shipped into the market from leading consumer electronics manufacturers. DivX also offers content providers and publishers a complete solution for the distribution of secure, high-quality digital video content. Driven by a globally recognized brand and a passionate community of hundreds of millions of consumers, DivX is simplifying the video experience to enable the digital home.

On June 2, 2010, DivX, Inc. and Sonic Solutions announced a proposed merger transaction. Sonic Solutions has filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) a registration statement on Form S-4 containing a preliminary joint proxy statement/prospectus in connection with the proposed merger and both companies intend to mail a definitive joint proxy statement/prospectus and other relevant documents to Sonic and DivX shareholders following such time that the registration statement is declared effective by the SEC.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 188,000 people in 185 offices across 65 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this press release that are not strictly historical in nature constitute “forward-looking statements.” Such statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding DivX’s visibility within the investment community and the potential DivX Certification of new products. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause DivX’s actual results to be materially different from historical results or from any results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to: the risk that customer use of DivX technology may not grow as anticipated; the risk that anticipated market opportunities may not materialize at expected levels, or at all; the risk that the Company’s activities may not result in the growth of profitable revenue; risks and uncertainties related to the maintenance and strength of the DivX brand; risks associated with DivX’s ability to penetrate existing and new markets; risks regarding the effects of competition; the risk of DivX’s dependence on its licensees and partners; risks related to the effect of intellectual property rights claims; risks that the DivX ecosystem may not grow as anticipated due to failure of partner products to qualify for DivX Certification; and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of DivX’s most recent report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. DivX is providing this information as of the date of this release and does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in this release as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Additional Information
This press release is not a solicitation of a proxy, an offer to purchase, nor a solicitation of an offer to sell shares of Sonic Solutions, and it is not a substitute for any proxy statement or other filings that may be made with the SEC with respect to the merger. In connection with the proposed merger, Sonic Solutions has filed a registration statement on Form S-4 containing a joint proxy statement/prospectus of Sonic Solutions and DivX. Investors and security holders are urged to carefully read the Registration Statement on Form S-4 and related joint proxy statement/prospectus and other documents filed with the SEC by Sonic Solutions and DivX, because they contain important information about Sonic Solutions, DivX and the proposed transaction, including with respect to risks and uncertainties that could delay or prevent the completion of the transaction. Such documents are available free of charge at the SEC website (www.sec.gov), from Sonic Solutions and its corporate website (www.sonic.com) or from DivX and its corporate website (www.divx.com).

Sonic Solutions, DivX and their respective directors, executive officers and other members of their management may be deemed to be soliciting proxies from shareholders of Sonic Solutions or DivX in favor of the merger. Investors and stockholders may obtain more detailed information regarding the direct and indirect interests in the merger of persons who may, under the rules of the SEC, be considered participants in the solicitation of these shareholders in connection with the merger by reading the joint proxy statement/prospectus described above. Additional information about the directors and executive officers of Sonic Solutions may be found in its definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on October 1, 2009. Additional information about the directors and executive officers of DivX may be found in its definitive proxy statement filed with the SEC on April 20, 2010. Such documents are available free of charge at the SEC website (www.sec.gov), from Sonic Solutions and its corporate website (www.sonic.com) or from DivX and its corporate website (www.divx.com).
Android and Android Market are trademarks of Google Inc.

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LG Loop for Rogers Now Available for $30CAD on Three-Year Contract

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 01:54 PM PDT

The LG GT540 was first showcased back at CES this year, and while it may not have been explosive enough to blow the socks off anyone even remotely interested in the Android platform, it’s still an LG manufactured Android device. That’s something noteworthy in of itself. It’s been several months since its debut, so it’s good to see the device is available on a carrier, even if it isn’t one in the United States.

The LG GT540 is now known as the Loop for Rogers customers, and it features Android 1.6 under the hood. There have been a few tweaks to the User Interface, courtesy of LG, but there’s no telling on how deep the skin actually goes. As for updates to Android 2.x, no word on that, either. Which isn’t a good sign at all, truth be told. As for other features, you’re looking at a 3.5-inch capacitive touchscreen display with a resolution of 480×320. There’s a 3MP camera on the back, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. In the box you’ll find a 2GB microSD card, but it can be expanded to 32GB if you so desire. It has the standard integrated WiFi, GPS, and Bluetooth connectivity, too. As far as pricing goes, you’re looking at $30CAD with a new three-year contract, $200CAD on a two-year deal, or $300CAD without a contract. This is an entry-level device, apparently, so the pricing makes sense.

[via MobileSyrup]

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HTC PC10100 Enters FCC, Featuring AWS 3G and HSPA+

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 01:38 PM PDT

Rumors about the HTC Glacier, an exceptionally powerful device featuring T-Mobile’s HSPA+, began a few weeks back, and despite there not being much more information about the device since then, it’s never left our mind. Now, thanks to Engadget, there’s a new AWS-equipped device making its short-term home within the FCC right now. Questions immediately arose from the specifications garnered from that listing. Is this the Glacier, or is it the already well-known G2?

They aren’t sure, but the specifications listed could indeed point to either one of these devices. With a model code number of PC10100, there isn’t any language about a launch title quite yet. The listing does inform us that the handset features WiFi 802.11b/g/n, though. However, most notably, is the inclusion of HSPA+ connectivity. That, along with the fact it’s listed as an AWS 3G device, means this thing’s heading to T-Mobile USA. When that is, or what device this could be is anyone’s guess. So . . . Start guessing!

[via Engadget]

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Motorola Milestone in Canada Getting Android 2.2 in First Quarter of 2011

Posted: 24 Aug 2010 01:23 PM PDT

When we brought you the latest information regarding Motorola’s upgrade plans for their Android-powered devices out there in the wild, the initial big surprise was that the Motorola Milestone over there in Europe had been given the green light for the roll-out to Android 2.2, beginning some time in the fourth quarter of this year. Considering Motorola hadn’t known whether or not they would upgrade the device initially, it was pretty big news. But now, in a move that no one expected, Motorola has out-done themselves.

The Canadian version of the Motorola Milestone, which hasn’t changed status in quite some time, has actually now been given the green light to get upgraded as well. But, unfortunately, there’s a pretty big significant catch. Unlike the other Milestone, which will be upgraded this year, the Canadian version won’t be seeing Android 2.2, or Froyo, until the first quarter of 2011. Disappointing news, for sure.

[via Motorola Support Forums]

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