Motorola SVP Depend Moto X and criticized the Samsung Galaxy S4 for its Cheap Plastic Design

Iqbal Arshad, Motorola SVP for product development depends the newly launched flagship the Moto X against people who misunderstood the specs and design. This simply because some people has been complaining the Motorola X price tag of $199 for two years contract which looks likely ridiculous for a device that posses the specification that cannot even outmatch the Samsung Galaxy S4 and/or the HTC One.

'I think people who are hard core about comparing specs simply don't understand the design of the product.'

This conversations conducted by CNET news has lead to Arshad slams the Samsung Galaxy S4 for its 'cheap plastic' design.

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Xperia Z, Tablet Z, ZL and ZR Update to 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Build 10.3.1.A.0.244, AOSP Source Also Available

Sony has started releasing the 4.2.2 Jelly Bean software update on Xperia Z, Xperia ZL, XperiaTablet Z, and Xperia ZR to build version 10.3.1.A.0.244. The first rolled out has landed on Sony Xperia Z, Xperia ZL and Xperia ZR the second rolled out hitting Xperia Tablet Z LTE version, but the WiFi only variants should follow soon.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 Receives an Official Upgrade to 4.2.2 Jelly Bean

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 has started receiving software upgrade to Android 4.2.2. The firmware build comes in build numbers P3100XXDMG6. The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 flagship has been released originally runs on 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich and then later updated to 4.1.1 and 4.1.2 Jelly Bean for over a year now. The update has been seen in France and probably will arrive and available worldwide soon. Samsung has begun rolling out the 4.2.2 update on selected devices which took the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus first on the list, yup! 4.2.2 update.

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Android 4.3 Factory Images Release by Google on Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 4, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10

Google has officially announce that the Android 4.3 update is now live for Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 4, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 devices. The update has already began earlier today throughout the world. In addition, factory images are now available and of course the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) for developers source code 'android-4.3_r2.1' are now also available for grab.

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AOKP Milestone 2 Build Finally Release Packed with a Bunch of Features, And Added More Supported Devices

The long-awaited update from AOKP team's Android 4.2 Jelly Bean Milestone 1, finally here comes the Milestone 2.  Despite of delays due to the fact that the guys has needed to sit back and relax for a while and enjoys some summer vacation, the AOKP team has happily announced that the Milestone 2 has successfully finished and are now officially rolled out to over 44 devices. Yes! The total now reaches to 44 Android devices, since there are more devices has been added on the support list.

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US and International Samsung Galaxy S4 Variants Received July OS Update with Knox Technology, Several Fixes and Improvements

Both US carriers AT&T, Verizon and Sprint and likewise the international variants of Samsung Galaxy S4 Android devices has started receiving another firmware update this July 2013.

The US Samsung Galaxy S4 variants received an update that includes the Samsung KNOX security, this will add a Secure Boot status from the device. It has also the ability to move application to SD card or any downloaded apps from market and directly install it through the onto the SD card.

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US Stores now Selling the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Line-up

Samsung's successor of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 1 and 2 which now comes to Galaxy Tab 3 line-ups such as the Galaxy Tab 3 7.0, Galaxy Tab 3 8.0 and the Galaxy Tab 3 10.1 is now goes on sale in the United States market. Those who might been waiting for these latest Samsung slate for this year, can now purchase any of these Galaxy Tab 3 according to the screen size of choice. These tablets comes in two colors option, the white and brown.

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MetroPCS offers Samsung Galaxy S4 for 549USD plus Tax

MetroPCS now offering the Samsung Galaxy S4 for $549 with additional tax. The 4G connectivity plans that also includes unlimited talk and data which start at $40 a month. MetroPCS has just officially announced the availability of the Samsung Galaxy S4 in selected store locations, below is the official press release.

MetroPCS Brings the Samsung Galaxy S® 4 to its Growing Nationwide 4G Smartphone Lineup

Affordable Nationwide 4G Plans and Galaxy S 4 Deliver More Choice for Value-Conscious Consumers

DALLAS (July 8, 2013) – With today’s launch of the Samsung Galaxy S® 4, MetroPCS is coupling the ground-breaking features of the latest generation of the Samsung Galaxy-line of smartphones with the exceptional affordability of its unlimited rate plans, and is providing customers with access to a faster nationwide 4G network for one of the best wireless values in town.

The popular smartphone can be paired with any of MetroPCS’ affordable no-annual-contract nationwide 4G service plans, which start at just $40 per month for unlimited data, talk and text, taxes and regulatory fees included.

“Providing choice and flexibility for consumers means offering premium smartphones without the costly service and a long-term contract,” said Tom Keys, MetroPCS COO and executive vice president. “By combining the Galaxy S 4 and affordable nationwide 4G service plans starting at just $40 per month, we are truly enabling our customers to have it all on an enhanced, nationwide 4G network at a tremendous value.”

The Galaxy S 4 opens the door for consumers to experience mobile like never before, and its suite of features ensure that the experience is tailor-made for each individual. The Galaxy S 4 makes an impression with a 5-inch, full HD Super AMOLED™ display with Corning Gorilla Glass® 3.0, a 1.9GHz quad-core processor for effortless multi-tasking and runs the latest version of Android (4.2.2). The 13MP rear and 2MP front cameras capture stunning pictures, 1080P video and turn even the most novice photo-taker into a professional through a variety of innovative camera enhancement features. And the Galaxy S 4’s HSPA+/LTE connectivity[1] offers a blazing-fast Internet experience for quick browsing, multimedia viewing and effortless content uploading.

The Galaxy S 4 builds on the innovation inherent in each generation of the popular Galaxy smartphone line with the introduction of new features including:

• Smart Pause™: Pause a video by looking away from the screen.
• Air View™: Preview emails, photos in the gallery, or even the stories in Flipboard®.
• Air Gesture™: Answer a call or skip to the next song by waving your hand in front of the screen.
• Group Play™: Wirelessly connect multiple Galaxy S 4 phones to play games and share photos and documents. Using the Share Music feature™, users can stay in time and in tune with friends by allowing them to play the same song on multiple phones in sync.

The Galaxy S 4 is available in select markets now for $549 plus tax, with additional markets and online availability to be announced soon.

source: metropcs via androidcentral

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Sony Xperia Z and Xperia ZL Official Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Update Begins Rolling

Sony has started rolling out the Xperia Z official Jelly Bean Android 4.2.2 base software update earlier today. The said released was reported began in Spain, and it comes with the software build version number to 10.3.A.0.423 which also the same build version that was also rolled out with the Xperia ZL. The said software update is now available using the Sony's PC Companion tool while other users may also upgrade manually using flashtool and the 10.3.A.0.423 software build FTF file.

For those who already received this update, let us know how's your first impression about this Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean build version performs on your Xperia Z or Xperia ZL devices.

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US WiFi Version of Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Receives New Software Update build to N5110UEEMF1

Several owners of the Wifi version Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 (GT-N5110) in the USA has started receiving another software update earlier today. The said update is still based on Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) and it is now offers to "N5110UEEMF1" build. So far, there's no official changelog we can gather about how this new software update build may brings but according to some folks that has managed to install this update appears only as "improved stability" but there also offers some minor changes.


Some users noticed a new design revamps of the home screen's status bar and the automatic rotation of the screen began to move linearly. The screen rotation will now switched in less than a second when changing the orientation of the settings.

This update can be downloaded via OTA (over the air, the firmware is around 164.63MB in size. Those who might not received the notification may just simply hit your device Settings>>About>>Check for Update.

source: XDA

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Xperia Z Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Firmware version 10.3.A.0.407 Leaked

An unexpected Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean firmware for the Xperia Z (C6602/C6603) has leaked today. Again, XDA's highly recognized developer [Doomlord] has brought the firmware build version 10.3.A.0.407. Although, this firmware is only a beta release or a test firmware build but this one truly showed that Sony are now cooking the official build that may officially rolled-out soon.

This leaked 10.3.A.0.407 test firmware can be manually installed to the Xperia Z devices with already unlocked bootloaders, and "this firmware may not have the same features as it looks like when the final and official build that soon to be release by Sony".

Those who might wanna give it a try now and be the first to discover on how's this Jelly Bean 4.2.2 looks like, just head over to XDA-Developers original thread which can be found here.

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HTC One Android 4.2.2 OTA Update Expected to Come, But Nothing Yet

There has been several reports this past few days that the said OTA update is coming for the HTC One today.  Basically, all of this reports turns-out to be unconfirmed details pointing to a non-official HTC announcement. Again, there is no certain official reports about this Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean update from HTC's side.

Along with some folks at XDA-developers forum we have been patiently waiting and too excited to receive this OTA update, but as of now there is nothing yet. So, just stay tuned or keep an eye of it this coming few days, even weeks or months.

via XDA

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Xperia S, SL and Acro S New Jelly Bean Update to version 6.2.B.0.211

There's another Jelly Bean update currently push on Sony Xperia S, SL and Acro S devices. The new update has a build version number of 6.2.B.0.211 and its still based on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean. This is the second official Jelly Bean that has been rolled right after the initial released of the build numbers 6.2.B.0.200. 

This update is now confirmed in some countries in Asia, Middle East and some part of Europe regions.

 

So, for those who owned the Xperia S, SL or the Acro S should be seeing this update coming to your devices. Make sure to check it out using the PC Companion software tool prior to download and install this new update build 6.2.B.0.211. 

source: XDA

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Jelly Bean Update I777UCMD8 on AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S2 SGH-I777 Finally Arrived

The AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S2 SGH-I777 has turned out to be the last Galaxy S2 variant receives its Jelly bean upgrade. Among all other Samsung Galaxy S2 across US carriers and international variants have been updated to Jelly Bean, but AT&T's Galaxy S2 SGH-I777 has left behind for the past few months. But today, its going to be late than never, Samsung has finally pushed the official Jelly Bean update on this phone. It is now live via Samsung Kies and its labeled with build numbers I777UCMD8.

XDA-developers folks has confirmed that this update is now truly available. Those who have still got this device at hand can simply download the latest Kies from Samsung website.

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Galaxy S4 LTE I9505 Gets New OTA Update to UBMEA brings Camera improvements, Move to SD, and HDR video recording

Samsung has just started to push the latest firmware update on Samsung Galaxy S4, the LTE version GT-I9505 built with Qualcomm processors. The new software update labeled with build number I9505XXUBMEA and based on Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean version is currently hitting Germany. This update is more on improvements and enhancement to fix previous issues, it also comes with new Camera enhancements. Some new features is the 'Move to SD' that allows users to move files to the SD card, the video recording is also added with option to record high HDR videos.

Again, this update is now live from Samsung firmware server and only available in Germany for now, other countries may follow soon. To update the Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-i9505 LTE, it can be downloaded  via OTA (over the air) or by using Kies while connecting the phone to the computer.

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Galaxy S4 Active: Samsung New Phone Built to Resist Dust and Water

Samsung has just announced the new GALAXY S4 Active, and it said to be  the perfect companion for a life of exploration, activity and adventure. The new Samsung Galaxy S4 Active is built with a qualified protection from dust and water. This new smartphone is best for adventurous people for it has protective designed that resist against dust and water. This simply means that this device is totally sealed,  But it's  equipped with a water-resistant earphone jack, Samsung says.

Featuring a 1.9 GHZ Quad-Core processor and 2,600mAh battery, the GALAXY S4 Active can handle the most intensive tasks with ease and precision. Striking color and stunning resolution on the device’s beautiful 5.0’’ Full HD TFT LCD screen (443 PPI) makes playing the newest games or watching hours of video easy on the eyes. And with ‘Glove Touch’, cold weather is no longer a problem since the touchscreen can be fully operated while wearing gloves.

With an 8-megapixel rear camera, users can easily share their vivid experiences while on the go. Unique to the GALAXY S4 Active camera, ‘Aqua Mode’ can be used to increase visual quality and clarity for enhanced underwater images and video. The volume key located on the side of the device can be used as a camera key, allowing users to easily and quickly open the camera application to capture photo and video the moment it happens. Additionally, the camera transforms into a powerful LED flash light to assist in low-light and nighttime activities with a simple long press of the volume key.


Richer & Fuller Life Experience

The GALAXY S4 Active is designed with a seamless interface that incorporates popular features of the GALAXY S4.

‘S Travel (Trip Advisor)’ offers travel assistance, local information, and recommendations to provide a more seamless experience in an unfamiliar environment. ‘S Translator’ makes international travel easy by providing instant text or voice translation for emails and text messages.

The camera interface is designed to make capturing and sharing meaningful moments intuitive and more engaging with multiple shooting modes including ‘Drama Shot’, which allows users to see all the action in one continuous time-lapse, and ‘Sound & Shot’, which uniquely stores sound and voice together with the image to capture the moment in an immersive visual/audio format. With ‘Story Album’, photos taken with the GALAXY S4 Active are collected and sorted according to a user’s timeline, geo-tagging information or a specific event to instantly create an organized photo album. To help facilitate sharing, users can also use the ‘Group Play’ function to enjoy music, photos, documents and games together and across various devices including GALAXY S4, GALAXY S4 mini, GALAXY Mega 6.3 and GALAXY Mega 5.8.

‘Samsung Smart Pause’ enables users to control of the screen using optical cues. While watching a video, the video pauses when you look away and starts right up again when returning to view, saving vital battery life and time spent rewinding. ‘Air View’ lets you preview the content of an email by simply hovering your fingers over the screen, which saves time and data. With ‘Air Gesture’, you can change the music track, scroll up and down on a web page, or accept a call with a simple wave of the hand. Additionally, ‘S Health’ helps you keep track of your personal health statistics. When paired with the S Health Accessory, you can monitor your heart rate, weight, sleep pattern and other personal measurements to assist in a healthy lifestyle.

Samsung GALAXY S4 Active Product Specifications



Network	LTE Cat3, HSPA＋ 42/5.76Mbps, EDGE/GPRS Class 12
Processor	1.9GHz Quad-Core Processor
Display	5.0”  Full HD TFT LCD, 443 PPI, Glove Touch
OS	Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Camera	Rear: 8 megapixel with LED Flash light Front: 2 megapixel
Camera Features	Camera Key, Drama Shot, Sound&Shot, Aqua mode, Beauty face, Best photo, Continuous shot, Best face, Animated photo, Rich tone, Panorama
Video	MPEG4,H.263,H.264,DivX4,VP8, WMV9, WMV 7/8, MP43, Sorenson Spark
Audio	MP3,AAC,AAC＋,eAAC＋,WAV,AMR-NB, AMR-WB,MIDI,OGG,IMY,XMF,WMA,FLAC
Services  & Additional Features	Samsung Smart Scroll/Pause, Air View/Gesture, Samsung WatchON
	ChatON, Samsung Hub
	Group Play: Share Music, Share Picture, Share Document, Play Games
	Dust and Water Resistant (IP67)
	S Translator, S Travel(Trip Advisor), S Health, Story Album
Google Mobile Services	Google Search, Google Maps, Gmail, Google Play, Google Plus, YouTube, Google Local, Google Navigation (Turn-by-turn Navi.), Voice Search, Chrome Browser
Connectivity	Wi-Fi ac, Wi-Fi Direct, IrDA, NFC, USB 2.0, Bluetooth® 4.0 (LE)
Sensor	Accelerometer Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Digital Compass, Barometer Sensor, Gesture Sensor, Finger Hovering Sensor, Light Sensor
Memory	16GB Internal memory (User Memory approximately 11.25GB) micro SD slot (up to 64GB), 2GB RAM  ＊User memory space may be less than the total memory space due to system files. User memory may differ by region, carrier and supporting language and may change after software upgrade.
Dimension	139.7 x 71.3 x 9.1 mm, 151g
Battery	2,600mAh



You can read the full details about this new Samsung Galaxy S4 at Samsung Mobile Press.

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New 4.1.2 OTA update on Verizon Galaxy S3 I535VRBLMD3 with Full Premium Suite Packaged

The Multi-Window feature is finally added on this latest Verizon Galaxy S3's OTA update with baseband version I535VRBLMD3. Aside from the Multi Screen it also brings and comes-up with a lot more newer features and enhancements. Many Galaxy S3 users have been receiving this update earlier today, and it took around 129.1MB in size to download this VRBMD3 update. Some users gets updating failure issues due to the fact that their device has root before but there are few folks who also successfully installed the update even if they got a rooted Galaxy S3 i535.

I just tried to take the OTA with CWM and it worked for me - here's what I did:
(not sure if this step was really necessary) Install project voodo's OTA Root Keeper, backup root, remove root

Accept the OTA when promoted, phone reboots into CWM recovery, select Yes to install unverified update
Let CWM apply the update, takes ~5minutes or so, it finishes with no errors, select 'Reboot Phone'
CWM prompts that the rom update may install default recovery and prompts to disable, select 'Yes' to keep CWM
Phone reboots, 'Upgrading Android, updating app M of N..." appears after boot for a few minutes
About Phone shows new MD3 baseband version and build number
I did just get an error about the update being unsuccessful, but everything appears as though it were successful
Press/hold back key to get multi-window tray works fine, etc...
Launch OTA Root Keeper and restore root...

But there is one guy isn't lucky enough and ended up into soft-bricks;

i think i might of bricked my phone... i am rooted and stock, was able to download the update but when phone went to reboot, comes up with yellow triangle and mess "system software not authorized by verizon wireless has been found on your phone. please turn off and go to nearest store." anyone know what i can do?????

So, just be careful updating if you have gone root your phone previously. More about this stories from XDA-developers forum.

Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean OTA Update - I535VRBMD3

Here are Verizon's official changelog about the I535VRBLMD3 latest 4.1.2 OTA update:

KEY DEVICE ENHANCEMENTS ENABLE YOU TO

Access your Wi-Fi connection easily on multiple devices when in Hotspot mode
Use ‘bill to my Verizon Wireless Account’ when buying apps from Google Play
Access phone screen without unlocking device when connected via Bluetooth headset
Use two apps simultaneously side-byside with Multi Screen and Multi Window
Categorize and display images, photos and videos with Samsung Gallery
Sync two devices and share content seamlessly with S Beam’s ‘Auto Share Shot’
Transfer content easily between devices with Samsung Smart Switch tool
Get popup suggestions from Page Buddy when connected to accessories like a wired stereo headset
Tag weather, people and place information in photos and video with Contextual Tag
Arrange apps in order of frequency of use for faster access with Contextual App Link
Pick the perfect group picture from five burst shots with ‘Best Shot’
Select and customize specific folders by category and file type with My Files tool
Save MMS attachments in your Galleryfor quick posting and sharing
Create a variety of image styles with Paper Artist tool

ADDITIONAL UPDATES INCLUDE

Removed pop-up messages ‘Refreshing SIM Data’, ‘No SIM’ and ‘SD Card Inserted’
New message notification tone is no longer clipped
Devices remain in 4G mode without dropping to 3G when Hotspot is on
The Burst Shot setting is no longer the default setting in the Camera application
Consistent functionality of the Screen Time Out feature
Applications running prior to sleep mode will remain open when home key is pressed
Backspace button will no longer clear an entire sentence – only the intended word
Fixed an issue where web browsing would sometimes cause the device to reset
Lock screen function improved when screen is idle NFC is now easier to turn on
Device is now recognized by the computer when connected via USB cable
Audio distortion fixed when connected to some Car Kits is resolved
All devices can now receive over-the-air software updates
Voice recognition performance is improved with the updated SVoice Application
‘Remove All’ is now ‘Close All’ in the Task Manager menu

ADDED THE FOLLOWING PRELOADED APPLICATIONS

Catch up on news easily with the Flipboard
Recognize contacts quickly with Caller Name ID

via: Verizon Wireless

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Orange UK Samsung Galaxy S2 GT-I9100P Jelly Bean Update Starts Rolling

Samsung and UK's Orange network has started pushing the official Jelly Bean software update on Samsung Galaxy S2 GT-I9100P with NFC (near field communication) phones. The said software update with build numbers I9100PXXLSQ is currently live on Kies, according to Androidromupdate, "It's based on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean and only available for UK Orange Galaxy S2 I9100P users for now". The Samsung Galaxy S2 i9100P which has the NFC built-in chip is mostly a carrier branded version compared to the original Samsung Galaxy S2 GT-I9100. This phone first received its Jelly Bean upgrade earlier this month in Italy under TIM network. Some owners has been waiting for this update, and we also thought that Samsung has already forgotten this device, since the original Galaxy S2 GT-I9100 Jelly Bean update has been rolled out a few months ahead then this particular phone.

So, anyone from UK still got the Samsung Galaxy S2 GT-I9100P at hand, you should see this update via Kies or OTA. Just grab the latest Kies from Samsung's site, your old Kies software might not worked for now since it's been a long time now before your Galaxy SII I9100P going to tastes this update.  For OTA update, you may hit your device Settings>> About phone>> Check for software update.

source: Androidromupdate

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Sony Xperia Tablet Z Gets Official CM10.1 Nightly Based Android 4.2.2 AOSP

The CynogenMod team, one of the best ROM makers for Android devices has added the Sony Xperia Tablet z (also know as Pollux) in their project line-ups. The team has announced earlier that the Release Candidate (RC) along with experimental build are already available but unfortunately the team has made up to bring the official CM10.1 Nightly build based from the latest Android Open Source Project (Android 4.2.2). Those who might willing to give it a try and experience something new from their Xperia tablet Z, can simply download and install the official CM10.1 on their Sony Xperia Tablet Z from CyanogenMod Team official website.

Just a reminder, installing custom ROM will void the warranty of your Xperia tablet Z. You'll also need to unlock the bootloader first prior to install the CM10.1 on your Xperia Z tablet.

via: CyanogenMod

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Google Play Store gets new look on version 4.1.6 update

The new Google Play Store got a new update to version 4.1.6 hitting over the internet. It is now comes with a re-designed buttons, menus and visually bumps-up to a more delightful styles.

Here are the following noticeable changes;

• The Apps open and uninstall buttons got a slight tweak.
• The wishlist UI has switched from a list view to a card style
• The menu buttons for items now list the price of the item next to "buy".
• The settings app is light themed instead of dark themed.
• The Play Store will now warn you about a large update.
• Update All" will now work for apps with new permissions.

If you want to grab this new Google Play Store just make sure to drop by at Android Police, these folks got the complete files of Google Play Store APK's which you can manually install on your Android devices.

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T-Mobile Galaxy S3 New 4.1.2 Jelly Bean T999UVDMD5 update Features Multi-View according to official changelog

Owners T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy S3 (also known as SGH-T999) will now enjoys the "multi-view" that is now included  on its latest Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update with build numbers T999UVDMD5. This said multi-view function wasn't been included from previous released and can only found on Samsung Galaxy Note. Just earlier today, owners of the T-Mobile Galaxy S III are being hit with an update that bumps their Galaxy S3 OS to Android 4.1.2. This update is rolling side by side through over the air and Kies method.

Here's the official chagelog from T-Mobile support page;

The T999UVDMD5 update weighs in at 168MB and will begin rolling out over the air today, May 13, and will continue going out to devices until June 16. The update is also available through Samsung's Kies computer software, which can be found right here. The full changelog for the T999UVDMD5 update is as follows:
Version:
Android version 4.1.2/Software version T999UVDMD5
Approved 5/13/2013
OTA and Samsung Kies update available 6/16/2013
New Features:
Multi-Window
Auto-pairing via NFC
enhanced Camera options
Sound Balance
Paper Artist
Samsung Gallery
Blocking Mode
Easy Mode
Prerequisites
T999UVDLJC
Device software is not rooted
50% battery life
Latest version of Kies software downloaded on PC or MAC
Data connection
File size of update is 168 MB

The new T-mobile Samsung Galaxy S3 Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean T999UVDMD5 features multi-window, auto-pairing via NFC, Sound Balance, Paper Artist, Samsung Gallery, Blocking Mode, Easy Mode and some enhanced Camera options. While many of these features have some benefit, the key may be the multi-window.

via T-Mobile

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AT&T's Galaxy Note 2 Gets New OS Update Now Features Google Chrome Browser

AT&T's flagship the Samsung Galaxy Note 2 gets new software update but still based on Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean. A plenty of Galaxy Note users has notified from the said update with baseband build version to (I317UCAMC3). So far there is no official chagelog posted by AT&T about this update but some users at XDA-forums, confirmed that this update brings no noticeable changes from the earlier 4.1.2 design but it came-up with Google Chrome Browser. Aside from Google Chrome apps features, the a new radio and kernel version will also boost the Wifi performance.

Applied the update but did not feel any difference. As far as radio is concerned there is no change other than the version update, modem patch file is just 153.25K.
Chrome is part of default application with MC3 build.

I ran the update check on my Note 2 last night and got the update notification. I updated hoping that it is 4.2, but android version remained at 4.1.2 and the base band got updated to I317UCAMC3. I tried to research on this, but no info. anywhere. This is the only thread I found. As instructed in the other post in this thread, I tried to lookup in General section, but found nothing. Any information would be appreciated.

This update also added the Google Chrome browser to the applications.

 +Jerry Hildenbrand  from Android Central also posted that this update truly came out since last night, it's pack in 69MB and available via OTA update only.

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Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 GT- P6800 Gets Jelly Bean Official Upgrade

The long-awaited Jelly Bean upgrade on Samsung Galaxy Tab GT-P6800 now finally over.  Samsung, has unleashed the 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update for Galaxy Tab P6800. The release is in stages, but owners in South East Asian countries is lucky enough as Samsung picked these countries to taste the Jelly Bean goodies on their devices. It seems Europe region will wait for a while, as it goes to be roll out too soon.

Most of the Samsung Galaxy Tab P6800 owners in SEA region, already received this Jelly Bean update earlier today, and they found out some features including Google Now, Smart Stay and new enhancements on user's interface such as Touchwiz UX. There also some stuff like the video plays in floating mode which looks something new.

This Jelly Bean update is now live from Samsung Kies server and owners of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7-inch should check this out.

source: Androidromupdate

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Bell, Rogers and Telus Samsung Galaxy Note Official Jelly Bean update Rolls Out

The first generation Samsung Galaxy Note in Canada will now also enjoys the long-awaited Jelly Bean upgrade. Earlier, today, the official Jelly Bean updates happens to be already available via Samsung Kies server. This of course rolled out for Bell, Rogers and Telus Samsung Galaxy Note also (SGH-I717R/M/D). Noting that this update already announced earlier this year coming for the month of May. This update came over just a day ahead after seeing AT&T's release on their own Galaxy Note variant.

So, for those who might still owns the the 1st-gen Samsung Galaxy Note should check this update via Kies now. You may visit you carrier provider's website to get further details about this update.

source: Androidromupdate.com

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Official Jelly Bean Upgrade for AT&T Galaxy Note I717 Rolls Out with Software Update Build I717UCMD3

Samsung has started pushing the Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean upgrade on AT&T's Galaxy Note (also known as SGH-i717. The long awaited Jelly Bean software update comes with build numbers I717UCMD3, and this brings the "Premium Suite" enhancement and improvements. Those who might expects for the "Multi-view function" that allows users to split screen in multitasking mode, it seems that it is not included on this packaged.

Features of the AT&T's Galaxy Note I717UCMD3 Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update 

• Popup note: Allows user to instantly write down directions, phone numbers, and other information while on a call.
• Popup Video and Browser: Allows user to watch video or browse the web while performing other tasks.
• Photo note and frame: Allows user to write down notes on the front and back of a photo.
• Easy clip: Allows user to crop an image from any screen and save or share easily.
• Paper artist: Provides an emotional & aesthetic photo editing experience.
• Handwriting on S planner and email: Handwrite memos or send handwritten notes via email.
• Enhanced S note: More effects & templates were added.
• Google Now with enhanced voice activation
• Improved Call Quality
• Improved Keyboard

This update is only available using Samsung Kies, and owners were advice to download the latest Kies from Samsung's website prior to update their Samsung Galaxy Note 1717 to Jelly Bean.

sources: Samsung, AT&T, Androidromupdate

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