May 23

Apple Working on Annoying iMessage Bug That Blocks Texts after Migration

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If you ever used an iPhone with your phone number and then ported your number to another brand of device, you may know about a flaw with iMessage that prevents you from getting some of your texts. The problem is that with the iPhone, iMessage texts are sent through Apple servers and if you are no longer using an iPhone, the messages go undelivered.

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Apple has acknowledged that the issue exists and says that it is working on a fix. In fact, Apple already made some changes on its side that may alleviate the issue. Apple says if you are still having issues getting texts; contact support for more help.

Apple told Re/code, “We recently fixed a server-side iMessage bug which was causing an issue for some users, and we have an additional bug fix in a future software update.”

[via TheAge]

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Oct 21

Google Voice app returns to iTunes, iOS 5 crash bug fixed

Posted in: app, Apple, Google, ios, ios 5, Ios5, iPhone, itunes, minipost, mobilepostcross, Today's Chili, update

Less than a week after it disappeared from iTunes, the Apple-friendly Google Voice app is back and declared iOS 5 friendly, per its official Twitter account. Also improved is operation sans-internet connection, since now there’s no data required to dial numbers you’ve previously called. Hit the source link below for v1.3.1.1891 — we’ll never go back to the dark days of v1.3.0.1771.

Google Voice app returns to iTunes, iOS 5 crash bug fixed originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 21 Oct 2011 19:10:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 15

Google Voice pulled from App Store following iOS 5 crash

Posted in: Apple, AppleIphone, AppStore, Google, ios, iPhone, iphone 4s, issue, mobilepostcross, Today's Chili

What once was there now is gone. Earlier today, Google Voice was just two clicks away in the iOS App Store. Now, all that remains is a page cache (at the source link below) and versions of the app that were already installed on iPhones and iPod touches. Vincent Paquet, Senior Product Manager for Google Voice confirmed that the app had been pulled, explaining “our last update of this week had a bug that caused the app to crash at sign in. We removed it so it did not affect additional users until the fix gets published.” We’ve been using the most recent version — 1.3.0.1771 — on an iPhone 4 running iOS 5 without issue, but recent reviews cite the reported crashing, so it’s definitely affecting at least some users. We don’t have an ETA for when you can expect the app to return, so if you don’t already have it installed, you’ll need to hang tight for the time being. The service should function normally otherwise, assuming your phone number has already been registered, though you won’t be able to begin new text threads or make outgoing calls using your Google Voice number.

Google Voice pulled from App Store following iOS 5 crash originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 15 Oct 2011 18:33:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 07

Windows Phone users report Microsoft Outlook e-mail issues with 7.5 Mango

Posted in: Microsoft, mobilepostmini, operating system, OperatingSystem, os, smartphone, Software, Today's Chili, windows phone, WindowsPhone
The Windows Phones forums are aflutter with frustration this morning, with many users citing major problems with the way 7.5 Mango handles Microsoft Outlook 2003. According to these missives, replies sent from Mango-laced handsets do not include the original e-mail text, thereby leaving recipients confused and context-less. This could potentially give rise to some very awkward e-mail exchanges, so we’re hoping to see a fix soon. If you’re experiencing similar issues with your handset, let us know in the comments below.

[Thanks, Doug]

Windows Phone users report Microsoft Outlook e-mail issues with 7.5 Mango originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Oct 2011 08:30:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Oct 04

Firmware update brings Google Talk integration, bug fixes to Archos G9 tablets

Posted in: Android, android tablet, AndroidTablet, archos, firmware update, FirmwareUpdate, flash, honeycomb, ota, tablet, Today's Chili, update
Listen up, Archos G9 owners, because there’s a hefty firmware update headed your way. The new upgrade, which only recently began rolling out, integrates Google Talk directly within the firmware and introduces a number of bug fixes to the freshly released Honeycomb slates. More specifically, version 3.2.46 brings enhanced volume controls, sharpened camera quality and Flash acceleration support to the eight- and ten-inch tablets, along with a host of other tweaks. For the full list of added features, check out the source link, below.

Firmware update brings Google Talk integration, bug fixes to Archos G9 tablets originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 04 Oct 2011 03:34:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 19

Bionic owners peeved by high-pitched whine, source of the sound still a mystery

Posted in: audio, mobilepostmini, motorola, problem, Today's Chili, verizon
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Reports have been trickling in for a few days now that Droid Bionic owners were hearing a high-pitched whine when playing media back through headphones. Well, it looks like it’s safe to say it’s a serious issue. The Motorola support forums are rife with tales of a piercing background tone and loud clicks as the audio hardware fires up and shuts down. In fact, you can find recorded examples of the sounds at the source link. So far it’s unclear if the issue is hardware or software related, and Motorola hasn’t had much to say about it just yet. We’re sure they’ll move relatively quickly to address the problem though, before Verizon stores are flooded with returned handsets.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

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Bionic owners peeved by high-pitched whine, source of the sound still a mystery originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 Sep 2011 17:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sep 12

Ford / Bug Labs partnership makes SYNC look like old news

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It’s a big day for the forward-thinking folks at Ford. Over in Frankfurt, the American auto giant showcased electric bike and cloud car concepts, and several timezones away at TechCrunch Disrupt in San Francisco, the company talked up its new partnership with Bug Labs. The result is OpenXC, a platform that promises to deliver increased integration for third-party software and hardware, like new audio interfaces, safety products and environmental sensors, plugged into Bugs’ hardware and software modules. According to Ford, OpenXC makes developing for Ford vehicles far simpler than before, while lowering the cost and installation difficulty for car owners interested in adding on to their vehicles. More info in the press release after the break.

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Ford / Bug Labs partnership makes SYNC look like old news originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:21:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 13

YouTube subtly adds HD preview images, logoless playback option

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It ain’t nearly as monumental as the day that YouTube actually started supporting high-def videos, but it’ll certainly make those who routinely upload HD content a bit happier. We’re talking about two new additions put forth by the YT team: HD preview images and a logoless playback option. Any new video uploaded to the site in a resolution of 480p or higher will have an HD preview image wherever the player is embedded, and we’re told that preexisting HD videos will be updated “in the next few weeks.” Moving right along, that pesky YouTube watermark (seen above) will be no more should you choose to nix it, but it’s not as simple as just ticking a box; you’ll need to add “?modestbranding=1” at the end of the video URL in order to make it disappear. So, celebratory drinks at noon?

YouTube subtly adds HD preview images, logoless playback option originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 12

Droid Charge update brings personal hotspot back in time, adds improvements

Posted in: 4G, Android, cellphone, droid, gps, lte, mobile hotspot, mobile phone, MobileHotspot, MobilePhone, ota, phone, samsung, smartphone, Today's Chili, update, verizon

Boy, it sure has been a fun ride for Samsung Droid Charge fans. Since the beginning of this month, said LTE phone’s been plagued by a rather silly bug: its mobile hotspot feature only works if you set the date to some time in May. Thankfully, Verizon has now released an update that’ll bring the device back in time for some hassle-free hotspot action, so that TARDIS of yours can be stowed away for now. Also added in the package is a whole stash of enhancements here and there, including boosted battery life during voice calls, better browser performance, new email folder structure, improved GPS performance, and many more goodies. As usual, anticipating owners can keep an eye out for the OTA update notification, but feel free to chill in May if you’re enjoying the vacation.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

Droid Charge update brings personal hotspot back in time, adds improvements originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 12 Jun 2011 23:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jun 11

Apple returns a few Verizon iPad 2s to sender (updated: some got through)

Posted in: Apple, ipad, ipad 2, Ipad2, issue, tablet, tablets, Today's Chili, verizon, Verizon Wireless, VerizonWireless, vzw

Several 9to5Mac readers noticed a rather peculiar phenomenon this last week — their freshly-ordered Verizon iPad 2 units shipped all the way from China just fine, only to boomerang back to sender right before delivery time. Now, Reuters has the official word: Apple’s recalling an “extremely small number” of Verizon iPad 2s which were flashed with a duplicate MEID code. Should they have been delivered, users would probably have found themselves unable to connect to 3G, or booted off before long, as Verizon reportedly can only have one device with that unique identifier on the network at once. We’re not sure whether to applaud, but it’s good to see manufacturers taking responsibility for their hardware before it hits shelves.

Update: We spoke with Apple about this, who wouldn’t give us much beyond the official quote — which is, for the record: “Duplicate MEID codes were flashed onto an extremely small number of iPad units for the Verizon 3G network.” That said, we were able to confirm that a few of these 3G iPad 2s sneaked through and got into the hands of customers. Apple is, of course, replacing those free of charge, so if you’re in possession of a brand new iPad that was never able to get on 3G… you know who to call.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

Apple returns a few Verizon iPad 2s to sender (updated: some got through) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 11 Jun 2011 18:11:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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