Sprint Galaxy S5 G900PVPU1ANK4 4.4.4 OTA Update brings HD voice icon, International Wi-Fi calling support

Sprint Galaxy S5 SM-G900V Android 4.4.4 OTA update has finally arrive. The Android 4.4.4 with build number G900PVPU1ANK4 and is now live via OTA  with 366 MB in size and will take around from 15 to 20 minutes to download and install. The G900PVPU1ANK4  update will not just bump the Android OS version to 4.4.4 but also brings new features such as the HD voice icon, International Wi-Fi Calling support and Google's security patches.

Here are the Android 4.4.4 G900PVPU1ANK4 official changelog, addressed by Sprint and Samsung:

• Android 4.4.4
• HD Voice Icon
• International Wi-Fi Calling Support
• Google Security Patches

Technical Details of the G900PVPU1ANK4 4.4.4 Update

Device: Sprint Samsung Galaxy S5
Model number: SM-G900P
Baseband version: G900PVPU1ANK4
Kernel version: 3.4.0-3182645 dpi@SWDD3002 #1
Build number: KTU84P.G900PVPU1ANK4
SE for Android status: Enforcing

The software update usually  going out in stages, so if  haven’t received the notification message right away you can manually check it from your Galaxy S5 phone, just simply tap on Settings » About phone » Software updates.

Here is the screenshot of the software update build 4.4.4 G900PVPU1ANK4. The G900PVPU1ANK4 has replaced the previous 4.4.2 G900PVPU1ANE5 update in June.

Guide: How to Update to G900PVPU1ANK4 4.4.4 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is the easiest method to get the Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update.  which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider. It simply notifies you that there is a new software update available to download.  If you did not receive any notification messages yet, you can manually check the update instead.  You may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900P Settings>>About Device, then tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later. Please escalate to Sprint or Samsung support pages for further instructions.

Those who have a rooted Galaxy S5 G900P might not be able to receive the update, but you can still manually restore back your Sprint Galaxy S5 G900P to stock firmware 4.4.4 G900PVPU1ANK4.

Via: Samsung and Sprint

Read More »

Update Galaxy S5 G900F to G900FXXU1ANJ1, still 4.4.2 base and no Android 4.4.4 yet

New firmware update build G900FXXU1ANJ1 has gradually rolling out on Samsung Galaxy S5 G900F  in select countries and network operators over the past few days.  Yet, if there might be someone out there that is too excited on Android 4.4.4  update, rush-in not as the G900FXXU1ANJ1 is still base on Android 4.4.2.  In fact the G900FXXU1ANJ1 has the same change-list value to the previous 4.4.2 update previous G900FXXU1ANG2 from where the update has been rolled out.  But it do have a bit improvements and minor changes to the phone.

Some adverse effect you'll notice once took the G900FXXU1ANJ1 4.4.2 update is that it will disable the Camera shutter sounds OFF completely.  This is the best update for those who always wondering on how to disable the camera shutter sounds off.  On the hand, there are also some minor improvements, including battery life, functionality performance and speed has been more snappier.

Technical details of  the G900FXXU1ANJ1 4.4.2 update

Device Samsung Galaxy S5
Model number SM-G900F
Android version 4.4.2
Baseband version G900FXXU1ANJ1
Kernel version 3.4.0-2089850 dpi@SWDD5812 #1
Build number KOT49H.G900FXXU1ANJ1
AP: G900FXXU1ANJ1
CSC: G900FOXX1ANJ1
CP: G900FXXU1ANJ1

The G900FXXU1ANJ1 4.4.2 update is now available in France, Poland, Spain, Portugal, and Baltic States  and can be seen live via Samsung Kies for the unbranded Galaxy S5 and or over-the-air OTA update for those who got the carrier branded ones.

How to Update the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to 4.4.2 G900FXXU1ANJ1

Samsung always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

Update to  G900FXXU1ANJ1 4.4.2 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download.  If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

Update to G900FXXU1ANJ1 Through Kies

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. You may head-over to your  local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and other Samsung devices running with Android 4.4.2 and up OS .  Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

If you already received this update, just do shed us some info on how the G900FXXU1ANJ1 4.4.2 software update performs on your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F.

Read More »

Galaxy S5 SM-G900H Update to 4.4.2 G900HXXU1ANI1, brings Play Music Apps and Improved Performance

There is an update on Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900H in Latin America regions that bumps the baseband version to G900HXXU1ANI1 and complete build number to KOT48H.G900HXXU1ANI1. It's still base on Android 4.4.2  and the update says it adds an improved performance to the phone. The update was first seen hitting the Samsung Galaxy S5 G900H users in Panama and Uruguay  and now has also started rolling on some select countries in the Americas.

In addition, according to reports the update will bring new apps that has never been pre-installed before such as the Google Play Music. The update is more likely bringing new updated versions of Google's applications like the Chrome, Google Search, Gmail, Maps, Play Movies, Play Books, Play Games, Google Drive, Hangouts, YouTube  and more.  The Sync Contacts and back up, including weather widgets has also receive a new updated version.

The G900HXXU1ANI1 4.4.2 will replace the previous update with build version number G900HXXU1ANG3.  It is rolled out via over the air OTA update and weighs up to 105 MB in file size. If you haven't receive it via OTA, you may check through your phone's Settings>About>>Software Update. If you can't see the update you may use Kies instead  as we have spotted it earlier and it's still available at Kies firmware server up to this moment.

Technical details of G900HXXU1ANI1 4.4.2 Update

Device: Samsung Galaxy S5 (Exynos)
Model number SM-G900H
Android version: 4.4.2 (KitKat OS)
Baseband version: G900HXXU1ANI1
Kernel version: 3.0.4-2712167
Build number: KOT49H.G900HXXU1ANI1
AP: G900HXXU1ANI1
CSC: G900HUUB1ANI1
CP: G900HXXU1ANI1

So just manually check the update via over-the-air or using Samsung Kies if you want to update your Galaxy S5 G900H. Below are just a simple guide from where you can update your Galaxy S5 to the latest software update.

How to Upgrade the Galaxy S5 SM-G900H to the latest 4.4.2 Software Update

Samsung always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Back important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root – Your device should not been modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900H may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

Update to  G900HXXU1ANI1 4.4.2 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download.  If you did not received any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”


• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.


• Tap the settings icon.


• Tap About device.


• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

Update to G900HXXU1ANI1 Through Kies

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. You may head-over to your  local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900H and other Samsung devices running with Android 4.4.2 and up OS .  Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900H to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

If you already receive this update, just do shed us some info on how the G900HXXU1ANI1 4.4.2 software update performs on your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900H.

Read More »

Twitter just got better music listening with Audio Cards for Android and iOS apps

Twitter for mobile announced this week an added feature, the new Audio Card, for iOS and Android users. The latest technology lets you of music streaming straight from the popular micro-blogging site itself.


The Audio Card enables you to listen to your favourite songs on Twitter without leaving the Twitter application. This is made possible with the embedded player that will play the linked piece of audio so you can go on without having further interruptions. You can go on browsing on your Twitter feed while enjoying music playing at the background. You just have to tap on the link to expose the Audio Card, then minimize it by simply pushing the Card to the bottom of your screen.


Reports say Twitter has plans to work with several third-party streaming services. As for the present, Audio Cards function only with SoundCloud. This partnership includes about 50 SoundCloud “partners” (i.e. Twitter users) that can add Audio Cards to their tweets. If you happen to be a fan of The NPR, NASA, and Glen Beck, as well as Deadmau5, Olly Murs, Coldplay, Neil deGrasse Tyson, White House, and David Guetta, you can count yourself lucky when you already have access to Audio Card.

Source: Twitter via Mobilesyrup

Read More »

Spotify reveals latest family plan fit for five users

Spotify users with up to five members in the household can now have a single billing account even though each of them keep individual playlists. It is now made possible with Spotify’s new family plan catered especially for the entire household of up to five members. These people will be able to share a single Spotify subscription, setting off from $14.99 per month, which means that it will be more convenient for them to pay out their bills.

Each family member can still keep separate storage for recommendations, listening history, and playlists despite the fact that they have to share the same billing account which means that privacy will be kept as it is as before. In terms of pricing, $14.99 will be required for two members, $19.99 for three, then it goes up at $24.99 for four, and lastly, a household of five will be required to pay $29.99. On the other hand, Spotify Premium currently sells at $9.99.

Spotify Family is set to be released internationally in the next few weeks so you better hurry and make up your mind and avail for one. For further information and concerns, you can head on their official Spotify website for additional announcements and details.

Source: Spotify via Androidcentral

Read More »

Galaxy S5 G900F 4.4.2 Update G900FDXU1ANI3 is out now in Singapore and the rest of Southeast Asia region

New firmware update on Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F comes with  firmware build number G900FDXU1ANI3. The update still base on Android 4.4.2 but and it is now seen rolling out in Singapore for the unbranded Galaxy S5 G900F, while the rest of southeast Asian countries have also receive the G900FXXU1ANI4 4.4.2 update in Thailand, Malaysia and Philippines. The new 4.4.2 G900FDXU1ANI3 build has the same kernel version changed value of  '2089850' to the recent 4.4.2 maintenance software update that we have seen released in Europe — dubbed with build number G900FXXU1ANI3 and the G900FXXU1ANH6.

Some of the Galaxy S5 users says that the recent 4.4.2 update came out from September up to this month has resolved several issues such as the IMS framework bug that keeps on appearing every 10 seconds informing that "IMS Framework Process Has Been Stopped" and the only way to stop the notification window to obstruct the screen again was by going  to the SMS menu and disable the chat options. So if you also experience such problem you may update your Galaxy S5 phone right now.

In addition,  some reports also says that the fingerprint sensor have also  been improved and once every software update it usually adds up a system stability enhancements and security patches.

What are the Technical Details of G900FDXU1ANI3 Update?

Phone name: Galaxy S5
Model number: SM-G900F
Android version: 4.4.2 (Kitkat OS)
Baseband version: GG900FDXU1ANE2
Build number: KOT49H.G900FXXU1ANI3
Kernel version: 3.4.0-2089850
dpi @ SWDD3917 # 1
Tue Sep 30 02:12:31 KST 2014
AP: G900FDXU1ANI3
CSC: G900FOLC1ANI1
CP: G900FDXU1ANE2

The G900FDXU1ANI3 is rolling out for the unbranded Samsung Galaxy S5 G900F and can only be seen in Singapore at this time being while other countries might follow as well or already receive with another firmware build.

How to Upgrade the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the latest 4.4.2 Software Update

Samsung always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

Update to  G900FDXU1ANI3 4.4.2 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download.  If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

Update to G900FDXU1ANI3 Through Kies

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. You may head-over to your  local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and other Samsung devices running with Android 4.4.2 and up OS .  Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

If you already received this update, just do shed us some info on how the G900FDXU1ANI3 4.4.2 software update performs on your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F.

Read More »

Branded Galaxy S5 G900F gets new maintenance update to 4.4.2 G900FXXU1ANI3

For those who got branded Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and happens to be from Vodafone network then you have a maintenance software update dubbed with firmware build number G900FXXU1ANI3. The update still based on Android 4.4.2 and the baseband version also stays at G00FXXU1ANG8 which is exactly the same from previous released of 4.4.2 G900FXXU1ANH4. It is only a minor update and there is no clear info of what's new on the update is all about as the changelog only says that it adds up another enhancements to improved performance.

This update is available via either Firmware Over the Air (FOTA) or using Samsung Kies desktop companion software.  The update weighs 121.19 MB in size via OTA update and roughly around 1.4 GB on Samsung Kies.

Technical Details of G900FXXU1ANI3 4.4.2 Update

• Model: SM-G900F
• Android version: 4.4.2 (Kitkat OS)
• Baseband version: G00FXXU1ANG8
• Build number: KOT49H.G900FXXU1ANI3
• Kernel version: 3.4.0-2089850
  dpi @ SWDD3917 # 1
  Fri September 12 13:16:08 KST 2014
• AP: G900FXXU1ANI3
• CSC: G900FVFG1ANI2
• CP: G900FXXU1ANG8
• 
  

The G900FXXU1ANI3 is rolling out on Samsung Galaxy S5 with Vodafone branding in United Kingdom, Germany, Italy and Spain, while other countries might follow as well or already receive with another firmware build.

How to Upgrade the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the latest 4.4.2 Software Update

Samsung always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

Update to  G900FXXU1ANI3 4.4.2 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download.  If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

Update to G900FXXU1ANI3 Through Kies

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. You may head-over to your  local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and other Samsung devices running with Android 4.4.2 and up OS .  Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

If you already received this update, just do shed us some info on how the G900FXXU1ANI3 4.4.2 software update performs on your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F.

Read More »

Carrier branded Galaxy S5 G900F receives minor OTA update in Europe to 4.4.2 G900FXXU1ANH6

New firmware update with build number G900FXXU1ANH6 and as been continuously  rolling out on Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F. The  software build G900FXXU1ANH6  is still based on Android 4.4.2 and continually hitting the carrier branded Galaxy S5 in Europe. Several users of Galaxy S5 with T-Mobile and O2 branding receives the 4.4.2 G900FXXU1ANH6 and has said  that it brings additional system stability improvements and performance enhancements.

In addition, the G900FXXU1ANH6 has similarity on previously rolled out 4.4.2 updates with build numbers G900FXXU1ANH4, G900FXXU1ANG9 and G900FXXU1ANG2 that we have seen some improvements and it much smoother and snappier user experience. Some noticeable changes is the fingerprint sensor which as lot better now and show fewer errors than before.Thus, errors are mapped to the finger scanner app. You can also see the new unlock pattern which the color one has changed while it also has new lock screen previews that tells you what effect you choose when you select lock screen effect. This update is somewhat resemble the upcoming Android L that have been mentioned that makes all applications work well in ART (Android Runtime), enabling the system much faster.

Technical Details of G900FXXU1ANH6 4.4.2 Update

Here goes the firmware build info of the 4.4.2 update build version G900FXXU1ANH6 for Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F.

• Version: Android 4.4.2
• Baseband version: G900FXXU1ANH4
• Kernel version: 3.0.4–2089850
• Build number: KOT49H.G900FXXU1ANH4
• AP: G900FXXU1ANH6
• CSC: G900FTMZ1ANH2
• CP: G900FXXU1ANG8

The update is now available via Over the Air  (OTA) update and weighs around 90 to 100 MB file size.

The update will bump up the baseband version to G900FXXU1ANG8 from previous G900FXXU1ANG2 and G900FXXU1ANE2 depending on carrier network operators. Again, the G900FXXU1ANH6  update is only available for carrier variants Samsung Galaxy S5 in Europe.  Just see the updated list below to learn more which carrier and countries have already received the 4.4.2 G900FXXU1ANH6 update.
[table id=14 /]

How to Upgrade the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the latest 4.4.2 Software Update

Samsung always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root – Your device should not be modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

Update to  G900FXXU1ANH6 4.4.2 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download.  If you did not receive any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

Update to G900FXXU1ANH6 Through Kies

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. You may head-over to your  local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and other Samsung devices running with Android 4.4.2 and up to Android 4.4.4 OS .  Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

If you already received this update, just do shed us some info on how the G900FXXU1ANH6 4.4.2 software update performs on your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F.

Read More »

Release dates of Samsung Galaxy Note 4 for several countries already out

Samsung revealed that Galaxy Note 4 will be made available in over 140 countries come the last week of October this year. Simultaneously, the release dates of the phablet came out as more specific than the first one. Samsung has posted a photo on Facebook showing colored dots on various regions around the world that represent dates for the dotted market to offer the said device. The photo presentation gives an overall clue as to when you can acquire the Galaxy Note 4.

After Korean market, which has already made the device available last September 26th, the next in the line will be the several major markets such as the US, Canada, the UK and other European countries, as well as India, to start offering Galaxy Note 4 starting October 10th.

Several countries including Singapore and Thailand will follow suit, having the release to be scheduled in the second week of the month. South American market will need a little more patience until the release of the 4th generation Galaxy Note on November 5th.

Source: Sammobile

Read More »

Apple set to reveal newest iPads and several others on October 16th

This coming October 16th, Apple will conduct an event to release a lot of new devices, the schedule giving them more than enough time to launch the products to the market before the beginning of holidays. This report from Re/code caused the rumors that the company is having it on October 21st to subside.

According to Re/code, Apple will reveal two new iPads that will come in gold for the very first time. Besides the iPads, the company will also launch OS X Yosemite, detail Continuity and Apple Pay. Apparently, they would also release latest iMac products along with the aforementioned devices.

The upcoming event will reportedly be held at the Town Hall Auditorium in Cupertino so make sure to mark your calendars on the date.

Source: Re/code via mobilesyrup

Read More »

Latest Moto X Now Available on US Cellular for only $99 on contract

Motorola’s newest Moto X will be made available on US Cellular for $99 on a two-year contract or at $480 without. Motorola is letting the US Cellular to be the only third carrier to directly give a whole new experience with the latest version of Moto X, leaving Sprint and T-Mobile out of the question this year.

As for the present, the black plastic phone is the only available variant, but if you are willing to wait a little more, the black leather and bamboo variants will be released later this month for additional $50 and more. As to whether or not Motorola will permit Moto Maker customization on the US Cellular model, we are still left in the dark, having no signs to support it as of the moment.

Source: Androidpolice

Read More »

OneDrive app for Android gets "All Photos View" and several updates

Microsoft's OneDrive app takes you to another level with their new All Photos View option that enhances browsing your photos on OneDrive. The update has started to roll out the updates of the said app for Android devices.

The update also provides better viewing of stored photos on the app by enabling the user to search for specific documents so that users will have shorter and more convenient time to search. It is also reported that Microsoft will be offering yet another new feature that will be useful especially for photo sharing. In their statement on their blog post, Microsoft said, "We've also created a new sharing view that lets you easily see what's been shared with you by your colleagues at work."

Furthermore, the blog mentioned that OneDrive app users can obtain additional 15GB storage for free for a limited time once they activate the Camera Roll feature that will automatically store their smartphone and tablet photos on their account. This means activation will surely give you bigger storage for you to enjoy in a given period of time since your storage capacity will increase to up to 30GB. Sounds promising, right?

source: OneDrive blog via Androidcentral

Read More »

CyanogenMod 11 Nightlies brings support for the Sprint Galaxy S5

Some of you probably have been carrying some heavy burden with the usual TouchWiz for a very long time but it might turn around now that CyanogenMod enters the picture as an added support for the Galaxy S5 on Sprint, taking the form of nightly builds.

Galaxy S5 Sprint CM11 Nightlies

Starting with tonight's nightly cycle, the 'kltespr' better known as the Galaxy S5 Sprint variant will be receiving CM11 builds.

Work is continuing to support the rest of the 'klte' family, but there are no updates on its status beyond that at this time.

Given this device's roster entry coming so near to the impending M10 release, it willnot be available beyond the development update cycle for the time being. (You can set this in CMUpdater settings). 

Before flashing any ROMs, you first have to unlock your boatloader. And because it is the first of which is now available, it is likely that the nightly may be a bit buggy. So if you’re the type of person who wants to keep things safe and smooth, I suggest you can wait for the more stable version which will most likely be available for the near future. It was reported recently via CyanogenMod Google+ account that it’s still working on providing support for all of the US Galaxy S5 variants. We can only watch out for updates since there is still no news about when it is going to be realized.

source: Google Plus  via Android Police

Read More »

Verizon Galaxy S5 Software Update to 4.4.4 G900VVRU1ANI2 Officially Released

Verizon has officially announced  that the Android 4.4.4 software update is now arriving  on Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900V. The new 4.4.4 update dubbed with build number KTU48P.G900VVRU1ANI2 with baseband version G900VVRU1ANI2 is now live via Over the air OTA update. The 4.4.4 brings several enhancements and bug fixes such as the necessary tweaks to enable VoLTE (or Advanced Calling 1.0, as Verizon is calling it) calls, more tracking features for the S Health app, an option to turn off the camera shutter sound, and a few fixes related to Bluetooth audio, KNOX, and the Emergency Call dialer on the lockscreen.  It seems like the 4.4.4 came out last week dubbed with builder number KTU48P.G900VVRU1ANHA  is being replaced with this one.

Here are the official changelog of the 4.4.4 G900VVRU1ANI2addressed by Verizon Wireless:

THE FOLLOWING ENHANCEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE:

• More tracking features added to S-Health including Weight, Sleep, Stress and Coach
• The Emergency Call dialer on the lock screen is now accessed with a swipe motion of the Emergency button (same as camera)
• The camera shutter sound can be turned on/off in camera settings

THE FOLLOWING ISSUES HAVE BEEN RESOLVED:

• The notification screen (pull-down) will now display the correct number of unread emails
• Bluetooth® headset loss of audio has been fixed
• Fixed an issue when using KNOX where the Caller ID and linked Contact information sometimes did not match

Prepare your device for the new Advanced Calling 1.0 feature coming soon fromVerizon. To learn more, go to www.verizonwireless.com/AdvancedCalling1.0

Technical Details of 4.4.4 G900VVRU1ANI2:

Phone Name: Samsung-SM-G900V
Model: SM- G900V
Android: 4.4.4
Baseband: G900VVRU1ANI2
Kernel version:
3.4.0 dpi@SWDD5816 #1 SUN SEPT 13 2014
Build number: KTU84P.G900VVRU1ANI2
SE for Anrdroid Status
Enforcing SEPF_SM-G900V_4.4.4_0026
Hardware: G900V.05
Security software version
MDF v1.0 Release 3
VPN v1.4 Release 1

Tips on How to Upgrade the Galaxy S5 SM-G900V to G900VVRU1ANI2 4.4.4 Software Update

Samsung as well Verizon support team always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – Even though it is not as always necessarily but if something might went wrong while taking the software update your  your important data is already in a safe place.  You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root – Your device should not been modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900V may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

How to Update to G900VVRU1ANI2 4.4.4 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download.  If you did not received any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900V Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

You may head-over to Verizon’s support page on the source link below for the complete changelog and detailed guide.

Source: Verizon

Read More »

Dell's new 6mm thick Venue 8 7000 Android tablet revealed

With Apple’s domination of the hardware headlines these past few weeks, it looks as if other companies find it hard to compete. However, Dell chooses to not be affected by this news.

Michael Dell with Intel’s Brian Krzanich introduces their brand new tablet dubbed the Venue 8 7000. The manufacturer believes that the latest device can actually compete side by side with today’s high-end tablets. Venue 8 7000 promises remarkable features starting with its jaw-dropping 6mm thick build which makes it the world’s thinnest tablet, making iPad Air look like a bulky device.

But it does not stop there. Even with its ultra-thin structure, the device is fully packed with features including that of a 359 ppi 8.4-inch OLED screen with 2560x1600 pixel resolution, making it a match with Galaxy Tab S pixel-for-pixel. And to make it even better, Dell also combines this high resolution display with Intel’s RealSense camera technology. In case you don’t know, Intel RealSense lets users scan and customize their images in 3D. It also utilizes two camera modules to capture depth like that of HTC One M8, letting users alter focal points as well as affix various effects to their photos. It can also scan your surroundings with an immediate feeling of depth. Intel is enthusiastic when it comes to enhanced reality projection especially when it comes to capturing images as well as gaming action.

And also, thanks to Intel, the tablet is powered by the updated quad-core Z3500-series Atom SoC which is the latest Intel chipset for Android tablets.

But all this sneak peak provides are only the tip of the iceberg. All other things that this tablet can do are left hidden underneath and are yet to be tapped. We can only be assured by Intel’s announcement at CES earlier this year with the company’s promising devices using the RealSense before the year ends. So apparently, they will release the Venue 8 7000 later this year.


source: Intel via Mobilesyrup

Read More »

Galaxy S5 G900F Update G900FXXU1ANH4 Vodafone Europe Release

Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F gets new Android 4.4.2 update in Europe that comes with build number G900FXXU1ANH4. The G900FXXU1ANH4 got same change-list value to the recent 4.4.2 update build G900FXXU1ANG2 and the 4.4.2 G900FXXU1ANG9 update that almost covered both unbranded and  carrier branded Galaxy S5 G900F. The G900FXXU1ANH4 has seen  rolling out exclusively for Vodafone's Galaxy S5 at this time being.  The update will bump up the baseband version to G900FXXU1ANG8 but also add the fingerprint sensor improvements, bug fixes,  security improvements and system enhancements if we based on the changelog value to the  G900FXXU1ANG2.

Technical Details of G900FXXU1ANH4 4.4.2 Update

Here goes the firmware build info of the 4.4.2 update build version G900FXXU1ANH2 for Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F.
Version: Android 4.4.2
Baseband version: G900FXXU1ANH4
Kernel version: 3.0.4 - 2091818
Build number: KOT49H.G900FXXU1ANH4
AP: G900FXXU1ANH4
CSC: G900FVFG1ANH3
CP: G900FXXU1ANG8

Again, the G900FXXU1ANH4  update is only  available Vodafone Galaxy S5 in Europe countries such as Greece, Hungary, Portugal, Albania and Ireland. Just check our updated list below, to learn which country and carrier provider are going to released the G900FXXU1ANH4 update.

[table id=13 /]

How to Upgrade the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the latest 4.4.2 Software Update

Samsung always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root - Your device should not been modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900F may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

Update to  G900FXXU1ANH4 4.4.2 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download.  If you did not received any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900F Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

Update to G900FXXU1ANH4 Through Kies

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. You may head-over to your  local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900F and other Samsung devices running with Android 4.4.2 and up OS .  Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

If you already received this update, just do shed us some info on how the G900FXXU1ANH4 4.4.2 software update performs on your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900F.

Read More »

T-Mobile Galaxy S5 Update to G900TUVU1BNH5 Brings Free Inflight Texting

T-Mobile has rolled out a small  OTA update on Samsung Galaxy S5 (SM-G900T) that adds up the free inflight texting feature.  The update is still on Android 4.4.2 and will bump up the firmware build number to G900TUVU1BNH5 from previous 4.4.2 release G900TUVU1BNG4.   The G900TUVU1BNH5 only brings the free inflight texting feature for users and nothing more adverse changes on the devices.

Technical details of the software build G900TUVU1BNH5

Device: Samsung Galaxy Note 4
Carrier: T-Mobile
Model number: SM-G900T
Android Version: 4.4.2
Baseband Version: G900TUVU1BNH5
Kernel Version: 3.4.0 - 2621998
Build Number: KOT49H.G900TUVU1BNH5
AP: G900TUVU1BNH5
CSC: G900TTMB1BNH5
CP: G900TUVU1BNH5

G900TUVU1BNH5 build info  screenshots:

For those who already got the previous VoLTE sofware update, the G900TUVU1BNG4 4.4.2  is around 86 MB in size to download via OTA, while those who did not  get any VoLTE can also manually update using Samsung Kies.

Guide: How to Update the Galaxy S5 SM-G900T to G900TUVU1BNH5 4.4.2

Samsung as well T-Mobile support team always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – Even though it is not as always necessarily but if something might went wrong while taking the software update your  your important data is already in a safe place.  You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Your Galaxy S5  is not rooted - Your device should not been modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900T may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

How to Update to G900TUVU1BNH5 4.4.2 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider and from  Samsung. It simply notifies you that there is a new software update available to download.  If you did not received any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900T Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

How to Update to G900TUVU1BNH5 4.4.2 Through Kies

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. You may head-over to your  local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer. Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900T and other Samsung devices running with Android 4.4.2 and up OS .  Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900T  to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

Those who have rooted devices might unable to receive the BNH5update, but you can still manually restore back your Galaxy S5 to stock firmware G900TUVU1BNH5.

Source

Read More »

Verizon Galaxy S5 Android 4.4.4 Update G900VVRU1ANHA Started Rolling Out

Android 4.4.4 software update on Verizon Samsung Galaxy S5 has just started rolling out. Some Galaxy S5 G900V users reporting at  xda-developers that the new 4.4.4 update came around with  firmware build number G900VVRU1ANHA and the said update fixes the bluetooth media failure and or connectivity issues. Unfortunately, there is no clear information of what's new about this update as there is no official announcement from Verizon nor Samsung as of this moment.

The G900VVRU1ANHA 4.4.4 update weighs 346MB in size and it is currently available via Over the air (OTA) update.  So better manually check it out and just simply head-over to your device  Settings > About phone > Software updates > Check for Updates.

Tips on How to Upgrade the Galaxy S5 SM-G900V to G900VVRU1ANHA 4.4.4 Software Update

Samsung as well Verizon support team always advises us to prepare the following important notes to consider before performing the software update.  I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your  phone in safe.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – Even though it is not as always necessarily but if something might went wrong while taking the software update your  your important data is already in a safe place.  You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root – Your device should not been modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900V may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

How to Update to G900VVRU1ANHA 4.4.4 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

 This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update.  This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download.  If you did not received any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead.  Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900V Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

You may head-over to Verizon’s support page on the source link below for the complete changelog and detailed guide.

Source: XDA-developers

Read More »

TELUS to be the official launch partner for the latest Moto X

TELUS has yet given another very rare opportunity by Motorola after its successful attempt in bringing the Moto G to the top of the charts.

Way back last year, Rogers was the exclusive distributor of the original Moto X, but because of poor sales due to ineffective marketing strategy, the result was way below the expected sale quota. This time, the responsibility is already in the hands of TELUS, as it was announced very recently in Chicago that the said carrier will be the launch partner for the new Moto X.

The new flagship of Motorola will be offered in black and bamboo variants through TELUS. As for the pricing, the said carrier has not yet confirmed about it, although U.S. carriers have priced it at $99 on contract and $499 outright, so we will anticipate TELUS to set the range at the similar level. TELUS also has not yet confirmed for its specific availability but it assures public that the Moto X will be released this coming fall, so better watch out for more updates.

Though Motorola would not commit on releasing the latest Moto X to other Canadian carriers, its partnership with TELUS will expire in a few months to open doors for others to offer the said device.

TELUS will also be the exclusive distributor of the coming Moto 360 in black leather variant that will also launch this fall.

source: Mobilesyrup

Read More »

BlackBerry Classic Q20 to bring back the “glory years” come November

With BlackBerry, expect to be bombarded with back-to-back releases of their new devices this month and the months thereafter. First in the line-up is the BlackBerry Passport which will be expected to be revealed on the September 24th.

Following this release is the comeback of the QWERTY age with the “iconic” BlackBerry Classic Q20. The device attempts to collide the past with the present as it offers a BlackBerry physical QWERTY keyboard and function “belt” as well as the 3.5-inch touchscreen display. It also will feature a “large battery” that is “crafted from premium materials and designed for reliability and durability.”



The BlackBerry Q20 is set to be available in November with Drake as its possible spokesperson. So better save up now if you have plans to grab one or two of BlackBerry products.

source: via Mobilesyrup

Read More »

HTC Desire 510 Entry-level 64-bit soon to be available in Canada

It will be only in a couple of months until the 64-bit Desire 510 will be available in some carriers including Fido, SaskTel, Rogers, TELUS, Virgin and Videotron, says HTC. Previously, the company has released the said device that is the sole reason for bringing the LTE to the company’s lowest price point.

For the general benefit of knowing the new HTC Desire 510, the device gives a FWVGA 854x480 pixel display as well as 1.2Ghz quad-core Snapdragon 410 chip. This device is a pioneer in field when it was partnered with Qualcomm’s low-end 64-bit SoC that sports four Cortex-A53 cores running at 1.2Ghz next to an updated Adreno 306 GPU. Also lying below the surface is a 1GB of RAM, 8GB of internal storage as well as a microSD slot, and LTE connectivity for the Canadian market. The device also sports a 5MP rear camera without flash and a VGA front camera. HTC also have plans in designing a special Dot View case for the Desire 510, having found out that it is a popular trend in its One M8. In terms of software, the Android 4.4 with Sense 6 is recognized as currently one of the favourite OEM skins.

with a couple of missing pieces about HTC’s Desire 510 including its release dates for pricing and the specific LTE band support in Canada that is still yet to be determined, it is surely a worth to watch out for. The HTC Desire 510 will be available in Terra White and Meridian Grey.


Source: mobilesyrup

Read More »

Over 1,000 apps for Samsung’s Gear smartwatches now available in app store

Smarwatches are at the trending hype today and Samsung is not the one who wants to be left behind in the race. Having released three smartwatches in just a year, Samsung diligently tops the chart in the smartwatches arena. In relation to this, the company has been giving huge attention on making apps for their Gear smartwatches. In fact, it has recently released an infographic that itemizes more than 1000 apps including the top 5 apps on the app store. With these apps, Samsung encourages the users to explore and customize the apps on their smartwatches in order for them to do multitasking and at the same time have some dose of entertainment.

It is still not yet clear if Samsung will open smartwatches to devices from other manufacturers even if it leads to more app accession and wider range of connection. If it does, it will relatively come to a point when Samsung’s Android Wear smartwatches will no longer utilize its Tizen-based smartwatches, based on the notable number of apps that users can gain access to.

Take a sneak peek on the top 5 apps on the app store and other several apps and maybe you can consider having one of those in your Samsung Gear smartwatch.

1. Drink Water – you can be able to set your daily water intake and to check if you still need to drink more water or you have already consumed enough for one day. You can also check your weekly water intake on a graph form.

2. Runtastic – with this app, you can view several data while exercising such as Speed, Distance, Heart Rate, Time, Altitude and Calorie Burnt.

3. Baby Sitting – this app is recommended for those who want to do more than baby-sitting without worries of their child having to be left unattended. Amazingly, this app notifies you if your baby is crying from farther distance. To do this, you set the noise level of your baby’s crying and if the noise hits beyond the set parameter, the Gear will magically vibrate to inform you.

4. Gear 2048 - Exercise your logical mind with this popular game application. To win, match the tiles with the same number until you get the 2048.


5. Travel Translator – Say what your native tongue wants to say because this app will save your day. With 38 languages to choose from, the app recognizes your voice, converts it into text and translates it.

List of Gear apps by category:

Health/Fitness

Race Yourself Gear Edition – race yourself with this fitness app.
Drink Water – user can use this app to observe and control water intake.
Trainr – this app determines how many workout sets you’ve finished.
Golf NAVI – Aside from calculating distance, altitude as well as course information, this solution also manages score.
Swing by Swing – this app hands out golf information on field like GPS distance measurement.
Runtastic – With this app, you can compute your speed, distance travelled, heart rate, altitude and calorie burnt while you exercise.
Strava – users can record and trace their cycling route then disclose it to friends.
Endomondo – an app that evaluates several routine exercises such as running, walking and cycling.

Lifestyle

- Gear Guide – this app reveals users of their present location and address on a map.
- BMWTracker – this app gives users actual facts about public transportations in their city.
- PnT SOS – With this app, users can send their current location, phone number through SMS by turning their wrist or tapping the screen.
- Expedia – An app that gives information concerning travel which includes hotel and flights.
- StockWall – This app shows information on stock and market trends.

Social networking

Baby Sitting – this uniquely made app lets you check the noise level of your baby’s crying and notifies you if it goes beyond the set parameter. Just place the smartphone in the baby’s room then you can do something else.
EasilyDo – this is a personal assistance app that offers relevant information such as contacts, birthdays, traffic and weather.

Entertainment

MyMusicCloud for Gear2 – an app that lets you organize playlist through Gear.
WarFly – kill time with this addictive fly catching game app.
Gear 2048 – a popular puzzle game app that promotes logical thinking
Deezer – listen to a variety of music with this app.

Utility

DSLR Smart Remote – this app lets users operate their DSLR via Gear.
Travel Translator – an app that automatically turns voice to text and translates it into 38 distinct languages.
Power Off – this app allows users to turn off their infrared light-controlled devices such as sett top box, air conditioner and TV.

Step in to the new experience with these 1000 applications on your Samsung Gear smartwatch. All available on app store.


Source: samsungtomorrow via sammobile

Read More »

Australian Galaxy S5 Gets G900IDVU1ANG3 update for system stability & security improvements

Samsung has yet rolled out another Android 4.4.2 based software update in Australia's Samsung  Galaxy S5 SM-G900I. The update  dubbed with firmware build number G900IDVU1ANG3. The G900IDVU1ANG3 is a maintenance update that brings security  and system stability improvements and unmentioned bug-fixes. Both unbranded and carrier branded from Optus and Vodafone Galaxy S5 will get the said G900IDVU1ANG3 update, while Telsta has not yet covered to this update.

Technical details of G900IDVU1ANG2 update:

Unbranded Galaxy S5

Model: SM-G900I
Android version: 4.4.2
Kernel version: 3.4.0-2269681
Baseband version: G900IDVU1ANG2
Build number: KOT49H.G900IDVU1ANG3
AP: G900IDVU1ANG3
CSC: G900IXSA1ANG2
CP: G900IDVU1ANG2

Vodafone Galaxy S5

Model: SM-G900I
Android version: 4.4.2
Kernel version: 3.4.0-2269681
Baseband version: G900IDVU1ANG2
Build number: KOT49H.G900IDVU1ANG3
AP: G900IDVU1ANG3
CSC: G900IVAU1ANG2
CP: G900IDVU1ANG2

Optus Galaxy S5

Model: SM-G900I
Android version: 4.4.2
Kernel version: 3.4.0-2269681
Baseband version: G900IDVU1ANG2
Build number: KOT49H.G900IDVU1ANG3
AP: G900IDVU1ANG3
CSC: G900IOPS1ANG2
CP: G900IDVU1ANG2

In addition, one of Australia's largest carrier Vodafone has officially addressed a detailed changelog and was started rolling out on 29th of August 2014:

· Camera Lockscreen shortcut
· Stability/security improvements
· Samsung applications update
· Other global bug fixes
· Enhancements to experience when connected to Vodafone Network in Regional Areas

Again, the changelog above only covers for those who got the Vodafone Galaxy S5 G900I and it will vary on other carrier and or unbranded Galaxy S5 G900I, just hit the source link below for the full details. The update will be released in stages and is available via over the air (OTA) update or by using Samsung Kies 3. The G900IDVU1ANG3 is an update from previous 4.4.2 G900IDVU1ANE1, it is around 195MB  in size to download via OTA and a hefty isze of 2GB if users preapares updating via Samsung Kies.

Below are just simple guide on how you can download and installs the new 4.4.2 G900IDVU1ANG3 update.

How to Update the Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900I to the latest 4.4.2 Android Software

Samsung always advises us to prepare the following important note to consider before performing the software update. I have also added some useful insights why you should follow this procedures to keep your phone in safe mode while updating.

Recharge the phone’s battery – You should make sure your device is fully recharged before performing the software update. Do not also remove the battery during the software update is in progress. A power failures may cause damaged to your device that might results as we so-called “soft-bricks”. If this happens your device may just stuck on Samsung logo or welcome screen and can’t reboot normally.

Backup important data – You should back-up your important files, including contacts, emails, messages, photos, videos, apps and other stuff. Like I said while during software update process is interrupted there is a possibility that your data stored from your device internal SD card may lose or deleted when a sudden unexpected failure happened and it forces you to perform a factory data reset which basically wipes your phone’s memory.

Galaxy S5 has no root – Your device should not been modified or rooted, there is a certain circumstances that a modified and rooted Galaxy S5 SM-G900I may not accept any official software update anymore or it can accept an update but it might harm your device once the update has made. Learn about the new Samsung KNOX security suite. Most known error that says ‘firmware upgrade encountered an issue, please select recovery mode in kies and try again‘ or “Your device has been modified Software update are not available” you should try to avoid that from happening.

Update to G900IDVU1ANG3 4.4.2 via Over-The-Air (OTA)

Samsung Galaxy S5 OTA Update This is usually how the carrier branded or locked Samsung Galaxy S5, performs a software update. This method is Firmware Update through over the air or called as OTA update, which usually a notification message will directly sent to you from your network provider or Samsung and notifies you that there is a new update available for download. If you did not received any notification messages you can manually check fro the update instead. Doing this you may only tap on your Galaxy S5 SM-G900I Settings>>About Device, tap Software Update.

• Find “Software update”
• Slide your finger down the display starting from the top edge of your mobile phone.
• Tap the settings icon.
• Tap About device.
• Tap Software update.

It will automatically tells you that a new update is available or your software is up to date when there is none yet. You can simply tap install now when you want to perform an update or install later.

Update to G900IDVU1ANG3 Through Kies

The second method is a firmware update through Samsung Kies. You may head-over to your local Samsung support page from where you can download Samsung Kies from there, and install it in your Windows or Mac computer.

Choose the new Kies 3 which supports the Galaxy S5 SM-G900I and other Samsung devices running with Android 4.4.2 and up OS . Once you installed Kies 3, all you need is connect your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900I to the computer using the USB cable, then simply run and follow Kies on-screen software update instructions.

Just let us know if you have  managed to  get the G900IDVU1ANG3 4.4.2 software update.  How it perform on your Samsung Galaxy S5 SM-G900I?

Source

Read More »