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Motorola announces Moto X for five major U.S. carriers

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Motorola announces Moto X for five major U.S. carriers

Motorola announced on Thursday that the Moto X will soon arrive at five major wireless providers in the United States. Indeed, the smartphone will be offered at Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile, and U.S. Cellular. Pricing begins at $199.99 with a contract and provides 16GB internal storage however select carriers will offer a 32GB edition; AT&T lists it at $249.99.

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Here’s where things take a slight turn: AT&T is the exclusive carrier to offer a customized physical design. Place your order through the Moto Maker online studio and you’ll be able to select one of two front colors and 16 back colors. What’s more, you can also customize the volume buttons, power buttons, and ring around the camera. Yes, you can also have something engraved on the backside. As for all of the other carriers, you can only choose between the black or white models.

The Specs

  • Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
  • Width 65.3 Height 129.3mm
  • Curve 5.6 -10.4mm
  • Display 4.7″ AMOLED (RGB) / HD 720p
  • Weight 130G
  • Battery 2200 mAh. Talk time up to 13 hours. Mixed usage up to 24 hours
  • Rear Camera 10MP CLEAR PIXEL (RGBC) / LED Flash / 1080p video (30 fps)
  • Front Camera 2MP 1080p HD video
  • Architecture Motorola X8 Mobile Computing System
  • RAM 2 GB
  • Storage 16 GB (32 GB available online)
  • 2 years 50GB storage free on Google Drive
  • Bluetooth 4.0 LE + EDR
  • WiFi 802.11a/g/b/n/ac
  • Mobile hotspot
  • Bands GSM/GPRS/EDGE
  • UMTS/HSPA + up to 42 Mbps
  • CDMA/EVDO Rev. A (CDMA model only)
  • 4G – LTE

Availability

Moto X will be available in the US, Canada and Latin America starting in late August/early September. Look for details on total pricing and exact launches from the various wireless carriers.

In the US, woven black and woven white models will be available at AT&T, Sprint, US Cellular, Verizon Wireless and at national retailers including Best Buy stores with a suggested retail price of $199 with a new two-year agreement. Additionally, it will be available on all carriers, including T-Mobile, at Motorola.com.

Google Chromecast, a $35 device to stream media, web to any HDTV

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Put on your suit and tie, folks, and get ready to meet Chromecast. Google just announced the new device, and what it does is simple, yet so very important to how we watch media. So, what is ChromeCast?

Simply put, Chromecast is a tiny dongle that plugs into your HDTV to stream your media from any Chrome-connected device. It’s reminiscent of a Roku Streaming Stick, but handles things a bit more like and AirPlay Streaming device. Some have said it’s a perfect marriage of the Nexus Q and the Google TV, but Google is touting this as simply a practically setup-free, easy-to-use experience. Just pop it into your TV, setup on your WiFi, and you’re streaming like a pro in no time.

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Amazon.com is also offering the ChromeCast; in stock as of press time.

Chromecast will grab media from your computer, your tablet, and even your phone, and stream it straight to your HDTV. One of the genius parts about this is the fact that it runs through Chrome, and not the Operating System itself. Why is this so important? Because Chrome runs on so very many platforms. Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, you name it, and Chrome is on it. This makes cross-platform integration a huge part of this device.

Usage looks simple enough, as Google has added a “Cast” button to the YouTube interface, and it will simply beam right over to any Chromecast device in your network. However, this little wonder does much more than just YouTube – we saw demonstrations with NetFlix, Google Play Movies, Music, and TV – not to mention, a full version of any Chrome tab. That’s right: Chrome will be getting its very own “Cast” button, so you can spew any Chrome tab straight onto your HDTV, and they even say Pandora support is coming soon.

To sweeten the deal even more, Google announced that there will be an SDK, so that developers can make just about any app usable with Chromecast.

You can pick up a Chromecst dongle for $35 right now at Google Play.

Google debuts new Nexus 7 options

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Google debuts new Nexus 7 options

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Google confirmed on Wednesday that a new Nexus 7 will soon be available. Arriving in a variety of retailers as soon as July 30, the next-gen tablet is the first to ship with the Android 4.3 version of Jelly Bean.

Features include a quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB/32GB storage, HDMI output (slim port), and 7-inch 1920×1200 display resolution. Thinner, lighter, and less thick than the predecessor, the new Nexus 7 will be offered a variety options.

  • 16GB WiFi – $229
  • 32GB WiFi – $269
  • 32GB 4G LTE – $349

One of our favorite features in the Nexus 7 is the ability to buy one 4G LTE version which is compatible three U.S. carriers (Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile).

Retailers on tap to carry the Nexus 7 include Best Buy, Gamestop, Amazon, HSN, RadioShack, Walmart, Staples, OfficeMax, Office Depot, and more. The 16GB model will run $229 with the 32GB model coming in at $269; the 4G LTE model is due in the coming weeks with a $349 sticker.

Also the new Nexus 7 will be launching in the UK, Canada, Germany, Japan, South Korea, Spain, France and Australia.

Google officially introduces Android 4.3

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Google officially introduces Android 4.3

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After weeks of rumors and expectations, Google has officially introduced Android 4.3 Jelly Bean. Details in the update include multi-user profiles with restricted profile settings, Bluetooth Smart support, Open GL|ES 3.0 support, and DRM API’s.

The new Nexus 7 is the first device to ship with Android 4.3; updates will roll out to current devices such as the first-gen Nexus 7, Nexus 10, Nexus 4, and Galaxy Nexus. If you own one of these products then you’re advised to keep an eye on your status bar and notifications!

  • OpenGL ES 3.0 — Game developers can now take advantage of OpenGL ES 3.0 and EGL extensions as standard features of Android, with access from either framework or native APIs.
  • Bluetooth Smart — Now your apps can communicate with the many types of low-power Bluetooth Smart devices and sensors available today, to provide new features for fitness, medical, location, proximity, and more.
  • Restricted profiles — Tablet owners can create restricted profiles to limit access to apps, for family, friends, kiosks, and more. Your app can offer various types of restrictions to let tablet owners control its capabilities in each profile.
  • New media capabilities — A modular DRM framework enables media application developers to more easily integrate DRM into their own streaming protocols such as MPEG DASH. Apps can also access a built-in VP8 encoder from framework or native APIs for high-quality video capture.
  • Notification access — Your apps can now access and interact with the stream of status bar notifications as they are posted. You can display them in any way you want, including routing them to nearby Bluetooth devices, and you can update and dismiss notifications as needed.
  • Improved profiling tools — New tags in the Systrace tool and on-screen GPU profiling give you new ways to build great performance into your app.

For a full breakdown of all things Android 4.3, head to the official page for developers.

Verizon announces Droid Mini, Droid Maxx, and Droid Ultra

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Verizon announces Droid Mini, Droid Maxx, and Droid Ultra

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Verizon’s New York press event is wrapped up and there are now three new Motorola smartphones headed to the carrier’s doorstop. As expected, the threesome includes the Motorola Droid Ultra, Droid Maxx, and Droid Mini. Each caters to a different demographic and features little touches that set them apart from the other.

 

The three smartphones are set to arrive on August 20 with the following prices:

  • Droid Mini – $99 with two-year service agreement
  • Droid Ultra – $199  with two-year service agreement
  • Droid Maxx – $299 with two-year service agreement

The Droid Maxx is essentially a successor to the current Droid Razr line of devices and offers a ridiculously great battery life of 48 hours per charge. With a slim profile of 8.5mm it’s that perfect balance of thin and long-lasting.

[pullquote1 quotes=”true” align=”center” textColor=”#f00830″] Wake up the DROID by saying “Ok Google Now” and then tell it what you want to do. And for those users who constantly lose their phone under the couch or around the house, they can simply say “Ok Google Now, call my DROID” and it will start ringing. And Active Notifications lets users preview messages and app alerts without waking their phone.[/pullquote1]

As for the Droid Ultra, it’s a beast as well and provides a 10-megapixel rear camera,  Kevlar coating, and a very thin profile. At only 7.18mm this is the thinnest Droid to date.

The new Motorola handsets are powered by a new processor from Motorola called the X8 Mobile Computing System. Featuring 8 cores (two app processors, four graphics processors, one contextual computing processor, and a natural language processor), it might be more closely aligned with Samsung’s Octa-core stuff.

Additional details for the new Droid line include the custom Motorola-flavored Android build, Quick Camera, and the ability to share photos or videos with anyone in range (300 feet) with a swipe.

  • DROID MINI: A compact design with an edge-to-edge 4.3-inch HD display and wireless charging capabilities.
  • DROID ULTRA: The thinnest 4G LTE smartphone available, measuring 7.18mm, and with a 5-inch HD display. The ULTRA will be available in Black and Red models.
  • DROID MAXX: Features wireless charging and a 3500mAh battery that gives users nearly two days of battery life on a single charge, making it the longest lasting 4G LTE smartphone available.

HTC One Mini announced for August

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HTC One Mini announced for August

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HTC announced on Thursday that the 4.3-inch HTC One Mini will get a limited roll out in August followed in September with a more global expansion. As a smaller and less powerful version of the company’s current popular flagship handset, the One Mini boasts a dual-core 1.4 GHz processor, a 4.3-inch 720p display, and features like BoomSound, BlinkFeeed, and Zoe.

Additional details include a 1.6-megapixel front-facing camera, and UltraPixels rear camera, and 1GB RAM, Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean. Look for pricing and carrier availability in the coming weeks.

HTC’s ultimate 4.3” smartphone complete with HTC BlinkFeed™, HTC Zoe™ and HTC BoomSound™

London, July 18, 2013 — HTC, a global leader in mobile innovation and design, today announced the HTC One mini, a compact version of the award winning HTC One, which has redefined the smartphone experience with revolutionary technologies including HTC BlinkFeed™, HTC Zoe™ and HTC BoomSound™.

Available in 181 countries and across more than 583 networks worldwide, the HTC One has proven to be an unprecedented success across the globe, receiving multiple industry accolades since launch and increasing the company’s brand awareness with young consumers to an all-time high of 87%[1]. The number of consumers intending to own an HTC in the next six months has also doubled as a result[2] with the HTC One being recommended by 94% of owners[3].

Answering the call of consumers who want the best in mobile technology in a body that slips easily into a pocket, the HTC One mini heralds an exciting period for the company, as it builds on its platform of innovation leader. Distilling the iconic design of the HTC One, this new addition to the family combines a 4.3” display and powerful dual-core 1.4 GHz processor. It also runs the latest version of Android with HTC Sense®, bringing HTC’s flagship mobile experience to style-seekers who demand premium looks and performance.

“We are proud to be behind the market’s leading smartphone and now, with the addition of the HTC One mini, the best smartphone family in the world.” said Peter Chou, CEO of HTC Corporation. “The HTC One mini embodies everything that makes the HTC One a success on a smaller but equally eye-catching scale.”

An object of desire

Sporting a sharp and vivid 4.3” High Definition 720p screen, the HTC One mini boasts HTC’s unrivalled design credentials. Available in Glacial Silver and Stealth Black, its striking aluminium unibody, slim profile and tapered edges both look incredible and feel great in the hand.

HTC BoomSound: mobile sound changed forever

The HTC One revolutionised the smartphone audio experience with HTC BoomSound’s dual frontal stereo speakers. Powered by dedicated amplifiers to deliver less distortion and finer detail, the HTC One mini offers the same huge sound, delivering the raw power that will put you and your friends at the heart of the action, whether listening to music, watching videos or playing games. Beats Audio™ integration takes immersive audio to the next level, guaranteeing the best listening experience available on a mobile phone.

HTC BlinkFeed: Your favourite content all on one screen

The HTC One mini puts your favourite content at the centre of your mobile world. Transforming the home screen into a single live stream of relevant information, HTC BlinkFeed delivers social updates, news updates and photos directly to the place you need them most.  Aggregating the freshest content, with more than 10,000 feeds served up daily from the most relevant and interesting sources, all the information you need is available at a glance, without the need to jump between multiple applications and websites.

HTC UltraPixel Camera with HTC Zoe and Video Highlights

Never miss a moment with HTC’s revolutionary camera experience powered by the stunning UltraPixel Camera and featuring HTC Zoe. Capturing 300 per cent more light than traditional smartphone camera sensors, HTC’s UltraPixel camera captures photos in incredible detail and enhanced dynamic range, even in low light. HTC Zoe also brings special moments to life in three-second videos, enabling a range of advanced editing capabilities and creative flexibility.

With the ability to take awe-inspiring images and amazing self-portraits on the 1.6MP front-facing camera, you won’t want to keep them to yourself. Watch your photos come to life in a living, breathing gallery and share special events with visually stunning 30-second shows, created automatically by Video Highlights – no professional editing software or skill required. Simply select your own soundtrack from one of the pre-loaded themes or from your personal music library, before sharing your videos online for everyone to enjoy.                                                                                   

Global Availability
The HTC One mini will be available in select markets from August and rolled out globally from September.

Verizon officially unveiled the Casio G’zOne Commando 4G LTE

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Back in 2011, Verizon and Casio officially introduced the G’zOne Commando, a rugged Android powered smartphone. Now after 2 years, Verizon and Casio are back again and this time, it’s known as the Casio G’zOne Commando 4G LTE. Yes, it comes with Verizon’s blazing fast next-gen mobile network support, plus it packs all the good stuff a rugged smartphone should.

casio-gzoneHave a look on the detailed specs:

  • Display: 4-inch TFT LCD at 480×800 resolution with Gorilla Glass 2
  • Processor: 1.5 GHz dual-core
  • OS: Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
  • Cameras: 8MP rear, 1.3MP front-facing
  • Storage: 16GB internal (you’ll actually have less available)
  • RAM: 1GB
  • Dimensions: 5.1 by 2.7 by 0.5 inches
  • Weight: 6.17 ounces
  • Battery: 1,800 mAh
  • Other: NFC, external (wireless) charging, FM radio

Along with that, it comes with G’zWorld app that records your outdoor activities on a map, track your routes, and share your treks. Verizon is planning to make it official on June 27, and it will cost $99 with a 2-yr contract and a $50 mail-in-rebate.

Are you planning to grab the new rugged smartphone in town from Verizon? Tell us about it in the comment box below.

Source: Verizon

AT&T dials up NEC Terrain for rugged user base

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AT&T dials up NEC Terrain for rugged user base

AT&T and NEC announced on Wednesday that the carrier will soon offer an ultra-rugged smartphone aimed at consumers and enterprise users alike. Dubbed the NEC Terrain, the handset will run $99.99 with two-year service agreements when it debuts on June 21.

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The NEC Terrain is powered by Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and is notable for its military specifications (MIL-810G) for shock distribution, water resistance and dust-proof features. Internally, the handset offers a dual-core 1.5GHz processor, 5-megapixel rear camera, up to 8GB internal storage, and 4G LTE connectivity. Additional details include 3.1” high resolution screen, microSD expansion, and Enhanced PTT (push-to-talk) capability.

AT&T and NEC Introduce ultra-rugged smartphone designed for hard work, real life

NEC Terrain Available Through AT&T Business Solutions Channels, Delivers Dedicated Enhanced Push-to-Talk and QWERTY Keyboard

DALLAS, June 19, 2013 – AT&T* and NEC Corporation of America today announced the upcoming launch of the ultimate workhorse among ruggedized 4G LTE smartphones, the NEC Terrain™. As one of the most ruggedized phones equipped with AT&T Enhanced Push-to-Talk (EPTT) **, NEC Terrain embodies toughened versatility and business-ready features.  Its design is aimed at breaking productivity barriers to keep workforces moving forward, while also keeping up with daily life outside of work. Available exclusively through AT&T Business Solutions channels and online beginning June 21, the NEC Terrain is priced at $99.99 with a two-year agreement and can be purchased at www.ATT.com/necterrain.

“Businesses have become increasingly mobile and employees need a smartphone that allows them to stay connected no matter where they are,” said Mike Troiano, vice president – Advanced Mobility Solutions, AT&T Business Solutions.  “With AT&T Enhanced Push-to-Talk, access to the nation’s largest 4G network and fastest 4G LTE network***, communicating is even easier than before so businesses can operate more efficiently and effectively.”

The NEC Terrain can also be used over Wi-Fi, giving U.S.-based customers improved in-building coverage and access to the service via compatible Wi-Fi networks. AT&T operates the U.S.’s largest Wi-Fi network****, including more than 32,000 AT&T Wi-Fi Hot Spots.

Featuring water and dustproof***** design, a scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass™ screen and sturdy core construct  that exceeds the military specifications (MIL-810G) for shock distribution, the NEC Terrain is a durable smartphone built to perform in the toughest working conditions, as well as stand up to  the most demanding families.

“Enterprises are clamoring for reliable, easy-to-field smartphones, packed with the latest security and performance features to ensure productivity for today’s on-the-go workforce to use both at work and home,” said Scott Spreen, director of business development, NEC. “Whether looking for enterprise-wide solutions or blending a bring-your-own-device (BYOD) into the fold, we’re excited to offer a product with AT&T that goes beyond the demands of enterprise users and perfectly blends the necessary features needed for work and personal use.”

NEC Terrain is packed with a feature-set that helps users get the task at hand done quickly, efficiently and intuitively.

  • The dedicated Enhanced PTT key means immediate communication when it counts most without cumbersome menus or the need to change applications.
  • Speedy 4G LTE connectivity makes it simple to pull up plans, records or email from virtually anywhere.
  • Wi-Fi availability giving U.S.-based customers improved in-building coverage and access to the service via compatible Wi-Fi networks.
  • A dual core 1.5GHz QualComm® Snapdragon S4 processor and Android 4.0 makes multitasking simple and easy.
  • earSmart™ technology by Audience and NEC Terrain’s dual speakers ensure communication is heard loud and clear with echo cancellation and noise suppression.
  • Physical QWERTY keyboard with a 3.1” high resolution screen places a virtual office in your hand when you’re on the job or just on the move.
  • 5 MP rear camera and 0.3 MP front camera.
  • Up to 8GB of internal memory and MicroSD up to 32GB of expandable memory for ample file and photo storage.

Designed to take the heavy beatings of a mobile workforce and equipped to fit right into BYOD policies, the NEC Terrain gives IT managers the assurance that internal data and programs are safe, secure and inaccessible to prying eyes via VPN and on-device encryption. Plus, IT teams can remotely deploy applications and provide additional security with remote locking and wiping.
To learn more about AT&T Enhanced Push-to-Talk, visit http://www.att.com/EPTT.

More information about NEC Terrain and NEC can be found at: http://www.att.com/necterrain.

Virgin Mobile rings up Samsung Galaxy Ring for prepaid crowd

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Virgin Mobile rings up Samsung Galaxy Ring for prepaid crowd

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Virgin Mobile announced on Monday that the Samsung Galaxy Ring is now available for its prepaid buyers. Priced at $179.99, the handset runs Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and features a 1.4GHz processor, 4.0-inch TFT display, and 5-megapixel rear camera.

The no-contract smartphone should be plenty of power for the average user, and its price tag ensures you don’t have to break the piggy bank.

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Samsung Galaxy Ring Joins Virgin Mobile USA

Available today, Samsung Galaxy Ring will operate on Sprint’s Nationwide 3G Network. Samsung Galaxy Ring will retail for $179.99 and is available online at Virgin Mobile USA. Please visit our website for more information.

Samsung Galaxy Ring allows Virgin Mobile customers to own their social circle. Share/post/tweet last night’s pics with the 5.0 MP camera and HD video capture. And when you want to skip the emoticons, the 4-inch touchscreen and 1.3 MP front-facing camera make it easy to video chat face to face.
Additional features include:

  • Android 4.1 OS – Jelly Bean
  • CDMA 3G EVDO Rev A
  • 1.4 GHz Processor
  • 4.0 TFT Display
  • WiFi Capability

Flexible No-Contract Service Options: With the innovative technology of Samsung Galaxy S III, Virgin Mobile USA customers will appreciate the real savings over postpaid service of our monthly Beyond Talk plans which offer unlimited data and messaging starting at $35 per month. These no-contract plans are especially designed for data-savvy customers, who tend to surf the internet; send emails, texts and instant messages and post to social networks more than they use their phones for calling. As Sir Richard Branson asks in his Virgin Mobile USA video manifesto for A Higher Calling, “Why pay for minutes when it’s unlimited data you really want?”

Sprint dials up LG Optimus F3 for visually impaired demographic

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Sprint dials up LG Optimus F3 for visually impaired demographic

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Sprint announced on Thursday that the LG Optimus F3 will be available starting from June 14. Priced at only $29.99 (with a $50 mail-in rebate reward card) with a two-year service agreement, the handset is aimed at those with visual impairments and disabilities.

The 4G LTE smartphone is the first to feature Google’s TalkBack; text-to-speech is ready to roll right out of the box. What more, the Optimus F3 comes with the Accessible Education Sprint ID pack aimed at students of all ages with print disabilities.

Among other details the Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean phone comes with a 4-inch IPS display, 5-megapixel rear camera, NFC, and a host of LG software touches.

LG Optimus F3 from Sprint Boasts Advanced Accessibility and Unmatched Affordability

First U.S. smartphone to allow the visually impaired to receive voice prompts right out of the box with TalkBack by Google

ARLINGTON, Va., – June 6, 2013 –  LG Electronics and Sprint today announced the upcoming availability of the LG Optimus F3™ smartphone offering features designed to make the device more accessible for people with vision loss or other disabilities. The LG Optimus F3 offers access to the Sprint 4G LTE1 network, a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, a long-lasting 2,460mAh battery, a vivid IPS display, and premium features that allow customers to connect and share with ease.

At just $29.99 (excluding taxes) with a new line or eligible upgrade, two-year service agreement and $50 mail-in rebate via reward card2, this device will be the most affordable 4G LTE smartphone from Sprint at launch. Available in two colors – silver and purple – the LG Optimus F3 can be purchased beginning June 14 at www.sprint.com or by calling 1-800-SPRINT1. It will be available in all Sprint retail channels later this summer.

The LG Optimus F3 is the first phone to come preloaded with TalkBack, which is accessible when users take the phone out of the box and power it on. Talkback is a text-to-speech accessibility feature from Google that helps blind and vision-impaired users interact with their devices more easily. With the TalkBack feature “on” from the get-go, customers will benefit from voice guidance as they go through the activation and setup process on their device.

“Sprint is committed to providing technology that meets the needs of all of our customers,” said Dan Hesse, Sprint CEO, who announced the device today at the M-Enabling Summit in Arlington, Va. “The LG Optimus F3 offers a robust list of features for any customer, and it is uniquely empowering for people with disabilities.”

“Combining intelligent features with the user-friendly LG interface, the LG Optimus F3 allows users to easily collaborate and communicate while handling a variety of tasks or enjoying entertainment content,” said Wayne Park, president and CEO of LG Electronics USA. “This device exemplifies LG’s commitment to delivering compelling accessibility features.”

The LG Optimus F3 is Sprint ID-enabled, allowing users to download the new Accessible Education ID pack. This ID pack makes it easy for millions of K-12 students with print disabilities – individuals who cannot effectively read print because of visual, physical, perceptual, developmental, cognitive or learning disabilities – to access Web-based educational resources on their smartphone. The Accessible Education ID pack is a package of applications and mobile Web services available in a single download.

The Accessible Education ID pack features customized mobile Web services that are designed to eliminate clutter and display only the parts of Web pages of interest to the user. It also provides students who do not have computers or Internet connections at home with mobile-friendly interfaces and Web-based educational resources.

Applications within the Accessible Education ID pack, developed by Apps4Android, include:

  • Six applications that simplify access to WebMATH, a free website hosted by Discovery Education that helps students learn how to solve math problems. Solutions to all problems are presented in a real-time, step-by-step, manner.
  • KhAndroid: a fully accessible Android application that enables its users to view Khan Academy’s library of more than 2,200 micro lectures via video tutorials. Topics covered include math, history, finance, physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy and economics.
  • IDEAL Equation Finder: a speech recognition-based application, designed to take advantage of EqsQuest’s semantic search technology for math and science. Semantic search technology seeks to improve search accuracy by understanding a searcher’s intent and the contextual meaning of terms as they appear in searchable data spaces.

With nearly 90 Sprint ID packs available today, Sprint ID allows consumers, on select Android-powered devices from Sprint, including the LG Optimus F3, to download “ID packs” – a bundle of content that delivers a complete mobile experience in a few simple clicks. ID packs include applications, widgets, ringtones and wallpapers. Whether they are an environmentalist, sports lover, music enthusiast, fitness fanatic, gamer or an individual with disabilities, Sprint ID makes it easy for customers to personalize their smartphone by allowing them to download ID packs with content to fit their lifestyle.

In addition, the unique LED indicator on the LG Optimus F3’s home button offers a rainbow of color options that can assist those with hearing impairment, such as green for a phone call or red for a text message. Specified colored and patterned light provides charging status and notifications, such as alarms, calendar reminders, new messages and missed events.

Built with a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera and convenient front-facing camera, the LG Optimus F3 is packed with nifty camera features that allow users to enhance special moments and photos. With Beauty Shot, users can snap photos that enhance their friends’ and their own appearances. Cheese Shot lets users take a voice-activated photo by simply saying “cheese” while Panorama Shot helps users to capture the entire scene in a single photo.

Additional features include:

  • VuTalk3 allows users to send handwritten messages, photos or drawings back and forth in real time to visually share ideas and collaborate.
  • QSlide 2.0 allows users to overlay up to two application windows on an existing open application, adjusting size and transparency as needed for greater multitasking functionality.
  • QuickMemo™ lets users add their own creative commentary to pictures or screenshots with the swipe of a finger then share it via social media, email or SMS.
  • QTranslator allows users to translate words and phrases from 44 different languages into 64 native languages.
  • Android 4.1.2, Jelly Bean
  • Vivid 4-inch IPS display with super strong Corning® Gorilla® Glass 2
  • 1,080p full-HD video capture
  • Multilanguage support with 53 keyboard input languages
  • SmartShare – share media wirelessly to DLNA® enabled devices
  • Wi-Fi Direct™ file sharing
  • Android Beam to share content via Near Field Communication (NFC) and Bluetooth® technology
  • LG Tag+ – preset, individual phone profiles activated using NFC technology tags
  • Quiet Mode – specify times to disable notifications for calls and messages
  • ULE Platinum Certified – the highest level of environmental performance recognized by sustainable requirements established by UL Environment and Sprint

Sprint now offers 4G LTE service in 88 markets nationwide, including Los Angeles, Charlotte, Boston and Dallas. Many Sprint customers are discovering Sprint 4G LTE in cities that haven’t yet officially been announced, including Washington, D.C., New York and San Francisco. Sprint has announced more than 170 additional markets where LTE will be available in the coming months. For the most current maps, please visit www.sprint.com/4GLTE.

To learn more about what Sprint is doing to empower customers with disabilities, please visitwww.sprint.com/accessibility.

About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $45 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative mobile phones, home entertainment products, home appliances, and air conditioning systems and energy solutions, all under LG’s “Life’s Good” marketing theme. LG Electronics is a 2013 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. For more information, please visit www.lg.com.

About Sprint Nextel

Sprint Nextel offers a comprehensive range of wireless and wireline communications services bringing the freedom of mobility to consumers, businesses and government users. Sprint Nextel served more than 55 million customers at the end of the first quarter of 2013 and is widely recognized for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies, including the first wireless 4G service from a national carrier in the United States; offering industry-leading mobile data services, leading prepaid brands including Virgin Mobile USA, Boost Mobile, and Assurance Wireless; instant national and international push-to-talk capabilities; and a global Tier 1 Internet backbone. The American Customer Satisfaction Index rated Sprint most improved, across all 47 industries, during the last five years.Newsweek ranked Sprint No. 3 in both its 2011 and 2012 Green Rankings, listing it as one of the nation’s greenest companies, the highest of any telecommunications company. You can learn more and visit Sprint at www.sprint.com orwww.facebook.com/sprint and www.twitter.com/sprint.

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