Samsung Galaxy S III gets a Flipboard update

Galaxy S III owners starting up Flipboard this morning will notice a new update coming their way, bringing the social magazine app up to version 1.8.4 beta 1 -- the same beta version that started rolling out to testers a couple of days ago. According to the official list of changes, there isn't much new stuff in this initial update, just a couple of bug fixes. Crashes while editing the table of contents or changing the content cache settings should now be remedied, so that's good news if either of those glitches were giving you trouble.

To grab the latest update, which weighs just 2.5MB, simply fire up Flipboard and it should be pushed out automatically. 

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Samsung Drops Source Code For The Galaxy SIII (AKA I9300) – Get It While It's Hot

Mere days after its (official) launch in 28 countries worldwide, Samsung's Galaxy SIII – perhaps the most hotly anticipated Android phone to date – can be tweaked and modded by eager developers the world over. That's right, Samsung officially dropped the I9300's source code today at the manufacturer's Open Source Release Center.

While those of us in North America wait (im)patiently for the SIII's release, those looking to get their hands on the device's source need only stop by its listing at the OSRC here, or head over to github (here), where user chirayudesai has already uploaded the (unzipped) source into three branches: master, stock, and stock_update1.

Samsung Galaxy S3 For T-Mobile Pictured – Physical Home Button Intact

Current rumors point to June 20th for the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S3 on T-Mobile but questions remain: What kind of processor will it have? Most likely a dual-core S4. RAM? We’re thinking 2GB. More importantly for some… What will the dang thing look like? Well, in typical T-Mobile fashion, it looks like they haven’t requested Samsung to perform any crazy tweaks to the design before it’s released on their network, well — other than the classy branding along its back.

Other than that, we’re looking at the same exact Galaxy S3 as the international model. Even the Euro-style physical home key makes the cut and will be a new addition for Galaxy owners in the US. I think T-Mobile may have made a smart move in not demanding any alterations for the device, looks like they may be one of the first carriers in the US to launch the device. Still no official word on pricing or availability, but we’ll keep you posted.

[TheVerge]

Samsung speaks out on Galaxy S III 'pebble blue' delays

Following yesterday's widespread reports that the "pebble blue" version of the Samsung Galaxy S III would miss the May 29/30 launch window, Samsung has released a statement offering an official explanation. Without going into specifics, the manufacturer seemed to pin the delay on quality concerns, possibly confirming recent rumors that it recently had to destroy several thousand defective pebble blue back covers.

Here's the statement in full --

“Samsung’s GALAXY S III Pebble Blue version comes with a newly invented blue colour and special hyperglaze material.

“In order to meet the highest internal quality standards and to provide the best quality GALAXY S III to customers, a short supply of Pebble Blue version is expected in some regions in the next 2-3 weeks.

“Samsung is working hard to ensure that customers will get the Pebble Blue coloured devices as soon as possible.”

We're not sure exactly how you go about "inventing" a color, but it seems that the combination of the blue shade and glossy finish presented some problems in the final few weeks of production. Hopefully the manufacturer's claims will prove accurate, and those who have their hearts set on a pebble blue will be able to get one soon enough. In the meantime, if you're after a Galaxy S III over the next few weeks, it looks like you'll be getting a marble white.

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Samsung Galaxy S III launches in Europe today, sorta

After what seems like an eternity of hype and pre-release buzz, today's the day you can actually (kinda) get your hands on a Samsung Galaxy S III in Europe. A triumphant Samsung media release announces that the phone launches in 28 countries today, though a few caveats apply.

Here in the UK, the phone will launch first at the Samsung brand store at the Westfield Stratford City shopping center this evening for pre-order customers only. A general launch is still expected for tomorrow, and according to the Twitters, English singer-songwriter Pixie Lott will be dropping by to pick up hers from noon on the 30th (hope she's not after one of those delayed pebble blues).

Wider availability is expected over the next few days -- the Carphone Warehouse will begin stocking the S III from May 31 (with a special pre-order event scheduled for the evening of the 30th at its leading London store). Meanwhile, independent retailers like Clove Technology are expecting to ship units starting June 1.

If you're picking up a Galaxy S III today, or if you've somehow already bagged one, be sure to hit the comments and let us know how you go on.

Source: Samsung Korea, Pixie Lott

Samsung Galaxy S III now available

That’s right, despite rumors of delays, the Samsung Galaxy S III is now available in 28 different countries scattered across the globe. The handset is now available in the United Kingdom, France, UAE, Saudi Arabia and a handful of countries in Europe, the Middle East and Africa – but things will heat up in July when the Galaxy S III will be available in 145 countries around the world and will be found at 296 service providers.

The U.S. debut of the Samsung Galaxy S III has yet to be announced, but Samsung is rumored to be working with all major carriers to bring its new flagship device to as many customers as possible. If you’re not willing to wait, you can order the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S III, but be prepared to pay a hefty price.

Is the Samsung Galaxy S III in your future or will you wait to see if Google officially announces its new Nexus strategy at I/O next month?

Samsung Galaxy S3 For T-Mobile and AT&T Make An Appearance At Bluetooth SIG

We’re expecting the Samsung Galaxy S3 to arrive on the big 4 carriers here in the US, but unfortunately, nothing’s been announced yet. Well, here’s some good news for AT&T and T-Mobile customers. Both versions of the GS3 have just made their way through the Bluetooth SIG, revealing not much other than their BT capabilities, and corresponding model numbers (generic images have been used).

Following the model number patterns with current Samsung devices, the SGH-T999V will be headed to T-Mobile, while the SGH-I747 will arrive on AT&T. Word is, these US models will sport Qualcomm’s dual-core S4 processor with an added RAM boost to the tune of 2GB. Looks like it wont be much longer until we find out.

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David Beckham hocks the Galaxy Note for Samsung in latest Olympics tie-in

What do David Beckham, the Olympic anthem “Bugler’s Dream,” and the Samsung Galaxy Note have in common? If you answered “a newly leaked advertising tie-in for the upcoming Olympic Games to be held in London,” well, you’d be correct. Samsung teased the new TV spot on its Facebook page earlier today, but the full ad subsequently leaked to the internet, initially appearing on Twitter.

Along with the ad  Samsung is teasing something for March 22nd. We’re likely looking at another Olympics-related event rather than a device or software announcement. Samsung is playing a large part in sponsoring the London games this summer, so expect plenty more ads like this to be in our future.

[via AndroidCentral]

UK getting the Pink Galaxy Note this June

If you didn’t know, Samsung introduced some alternate colors for the Samsung Galaxy Note. Unfortunately, those alternate colors only launched in Korea. Well, it looks like parts of Europe are about to get in on the fun as Carphone Warehouse have pegged June 2012 as the launch date for the berry pink version in the UK. You can sign up to be notified of its arrival if you’re into it. Head to Carphone Warehouse to do just that. [Recombu via Android Central]

Update Samsung Galaxy S With Stable ICS 4.0.4 Firmware [How To]

Now all those people who have been using Samsung Galaxy S GT I9100 can now roll their sleeves up as their devices can now be updated with the newly released IMM761 based Stable ICS 4.0.4 firmware and now they can easily apply this update using the detailed guide we would be sharing.

Be aware that this isn’t an official release by Samsung Electronics and we do not have any information on when there would be an official update. But we should be thankful to the developers who created this firmware.

Note: Before you are going to apply these steps, ensure that you are on the rooted XXJVU Firmware.

Important: We and even the developer won’t be responsible for any damage that takes place to your device while following these steps.

The ROM we would see today is compatible only with Samsung Galaxy S GT I9100. So, make sure you try this ROM only on this device, not any other device by any company.You must take back-up of all the internal data present in your phone like Logs, Contacts, messages, etc. with the help of backup applications.Battery should be charged enough in order to apply this update. 60% minimum is recommended from our side otherwise your phone may get switched off while the update process.Disable all antivirus suites in your computer as well as mobile so that update process may not get interrupted.Make sure USB debugging is enabled in your mobile. If not, you can do it by following the path – “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging” and after that USB debugging would be enabled in your phone.Now just make sure you follow the corresponding instructions properly.Download IMM76I based ICS 4.0.4 custom ROM firmware &Google Apps  directly to your Computer.Transfer the files you downloaded to your phone by connecting your phone to computer using USB cable.Disconnect the phone from the computer.Now we will have to enter the device into recovery mode and to do the same, turn off your phone and then Volume down + Home key (Middle button) + Power button.In recovery mode, select ‘Install ZIP from SD card’ and on the next screen, select ‘Choose ZIP from SD card’ and then choose the Stable ICS 4.0.4 ROM file and also select the Google Apps ZIP package as you transferred the file earlier and the installation process would start and finish in 5-8 minutes.As it’s done, the device would reboot automatically and if not, then just land back to the main recovery screen and then select, ‘+++Go back+++’ and then ‘reboot System now’ and the device would restart into normal mode.

Now when your Samsung Galaxy S Android Phone boots up, you would be running Stable ICS 4.0.4 Firmware.

Flipboard APK Pulled From The Galaxy S III, Available For Download - We Go Hands-On

One of the things that we didn't have chance to cover at Samsung's Galaxy S III event last week was the presence of Flipboard on all of the demonstration units on show. Naturally, this has led to speculation that the release of Flipboard for the rest of the Android community may be coming soon - Flipboard's website says that it "will be available on select Android mobile phones" in the coming months - but you won't have to wait and find out, as the .apk file has already been taken from the Galaxy S III and shared for other Android users to install.

They say that first impressions are everything, and if that's the case then I've already fallen head over heels in love with Flipboard. I've installed it on a Nexus One running Android 2.3, and all of the animations within the app are really smooth - I haven't experienced the slightest hint of lag so far. The fact that the application even runs on a device not running Ice Cream Sandwich also indicates that Flipboard is unlikely to remain a Galaxy S III exclusive for very long, if at all.

If you haven't used Flipboard before, you can set up your feed without creating an account and dive straight in with all of the content that's available. If you've already used the app in the past, then you can sign in and all of your feeds that you have previously configured will be there waiting for you.

 

The idea behind Flipboard is simple: you can take all of the things that you read, whether it's from the web, Twitter or even Facebook, and put it in one easily accessible place. The Android app definitely has a Metro-like feel to it, with tiles on each page resembling those that you might see on Windows Phone 7. Your home page contains each of the categories that you're interested in, and you can tap on each one to reveal the latest stories in each.

If you want to add more sources after you've setup your Flipboard, you can tap on the little search tab on the top of the screen to search for any feeds that you want. A quick search for 'android police', for example, revealed both our Twitter feed and RSS feed, giving you the option to subscribe to which one you wanted.

Tweets and other content on your page look absolutely gorgeous, with full screen images providing a background for post titles where possible. Compared to other RSS readers and news applications, Flipboard is definitely the most aesthetically pleasing. Unlike many RSS readers, however, when you tap on a story that you want to read, you're taken to the website where it originated, and the content here may not be tailored for easy reading on a mobile device.

If you want to share a story, you can do so straight from Flipboard as long as you've set up your Facebook or Twitter account through the app. You can also email a link to the story from the app too; selecting this option will take you to your email app so that you can send it to whoever you like.

If you're logged in to Flipboard, you can take advantage of the 'Read Later' option, which allows you to save a story for reading later. As this feature requires you to be logged in, anything that you choose to read later is linked to your account, so you can read it on any device that you want, too.

If I was to have one complaint about Flipboard, it would be that there is quite a bit of wasted space when viewing tweets without images on the screen. There is a sizeable gap between each tweet - only 3 could fit on the display of my Nexus One - which results in a lot of white space that could be otherwise filled with useful content. Some users may see this as attractive minimalism, so like most UI-related complaints, it comes down to personal opinion.

 

As the application isn't officially available on the Play Store just yet, there are no formal requirements available for it, but if you have a relatively new Android phone then you shouldn't run into any issues. I've installed and run it just fine on a Google Nexus One which has unimpressive specs by today's standards.

If you want to take a look at Flipboard for yourself, then you can download the .apk right now from XDA Developers. It's less than 3MB big, so it shouldn't take too long to come down and you can install it manually after transferring the file to your phone's storage.

Samsung Galaxy S III user manual appears in all its 181-page glory

If you've been struggling to pass the time awaiting the moment when you can buy a Samsung Galaxy S III for yourselves, Samsung's got you covered. The full user manual for the international version of  the device is now out there on the interwebs for anyone interested in reading it. All 181 pages of it. Will it contain anything we haven't already covered? Most probably not, but it's there for those who want it. 

The only contentious point arising so far seems to surround the supported microSD card sizes. Page 20 of the manual states that the Galaxy S III will support sizes up to 32GB. We know from the keynote in London though, that the initial presentation of the S III's specs showed support for 64GB cards. Could be a mis-print. Or, there could be something more sinister behind it. For now though, we'll hedge our bets on the first one. In any case, hit the source link below if you're interested in taking a look. 

Source: SamMobile

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Galaxy S III unboxing video hits YouTube

With the European launch right around the corner, it was only a matter of time until the first Samsung Galaxy S III unboxing videos started to creep up on YouTube. Today’s video comes courtesy of Nicollo Rolli, editor in chief of the Italy-based HD Network. The video shows an unboxing of the retail version of the Galaxy S III, and compares the S III to the Galaxy Note, Galaxy S II, Galaxy Nexus, HTC One S, and the HTC One X.

Check out the full unboxing video below, then let us know if the Galaxy S III will be your next Android smartphone in the comments.

I paid Verizon $2027.57 to beta test their Galaxy Nexus

My name is Taylor Wimberly and I’m an unhappy Verizon customer. Five months ago I walked into a Verizon store, purchased two Galaxy Nexus phones, and ported my numbers over from T-Mobile. I knew there was a strong chance I might regret that decision, but I wanted to try out Google’s flagship smartphone on America’s largest wireless carrier.

Google bent over backwards to get their flagship device on Verizon’s network so we thought they would provide a stellar experience. However, I found the entire experiment to be a big failure and I wish I could go back in time to purchase the unlocked GSM Galaxy Nexus and stick with T-Mobile.

Verizon and Google originally planned to launch the Galaxy Nexus back in October, but numerous bugs were discovered and the launch date was pushed back multiple times. On December 15th, Verizon finally released the Galaxy Nexus to retail stores, bugs still present, and issued a small patch on that same day to address some of the issues.

Unfortunately, the patch from Android 4.0.1 to 4.0.2 only addressed a small number of issues and the Galaxy Nexus was left with a good chunk of annoying bugs.

We were told that Verizon and Google were already working together on another update to address the complaints from those of us that rushed out to purchase the device, and we believed them. But never in our wildest dreams did we think that five months would pass and Verizon would still not release a software update to fix all the known issues.

I’ve already covered the bugs and Google has fixed the majority of them with the latest Android 4.0.4 update. The disappointing thing is that Verizon has been testing this update since February, but they have not rolled it out to customers yet.

We reached out to Verizon to get to the bottom of the delay and they told us they needed more time to make sure the software update “won’t harm either customers’ phones or our network.”

I’m fully aware I could hack my phone and flash one of the test builds which would end my misery, but I decided to stick with the official Verizon software build so I could endure the same experience that the average subscriber would see on their device.

For all we know Verizon could announce tomorrow that a new software update is finally available for their Galaxy Nexus, but the public image of this device is now forever tarnished and I would no longer recommend that any Verizon customer purchase it.

Drive-by Conclusions

In my five months with the Verizon Galaxy Nexus, I have learned some interesting things:

The process in which US carriers update the software on their Android phones is completely broken, and Google knows this.The average Android phone ships with numerous bugs and it could take your wireless carrier half a year to fix them.Most Android users don’t hack their phones, and they have a shitty experience.Google’s solution to this whole problem is to just buy a phone directly from them.

At the end of the day, I’m still glad that I got to experience being a Verizon customer. Their in-store staff and phone support is top tier, and I understand there is nothing they can do to fix the problem with Android updates. They offered me the chance to switch to a different smartphone, but I think I’m better off paying the $300 early termination fee and returning to an unlocked device.

Maybe Google will fundamentally change the way that Android devices are updated, but I wouldn’t hold my breath. In the mean time it appears that only a Google backed device should expect regular updates, but even that’s not certain.

Samsung Galaxy S III First Hands-On

After months of rumors and teasers, we finally got the chance to see the Samsung Galaxy S III first hand last night, at the company's Unpacked 2012 event in Earl's Court, London. Following many (many) free drinks and canapés, Suzi Perry - who hosted the popular Gadget Show here in the UK - took to the stage to kick off proceedings and introduce JK Shin, President of Samsung's mobile division, who officially introduced the new Galaxy to us.

By now, I'm sure you're all familiar with the specs of Samsung's new iPhone crusher, but just in case you need a little refresher, here's what you can expect when it ships to Europe in May…

First impressions were mixed when we first saw the Galaxy S III; the phone is modeled off the shape of a pebble (nature was a big theme at the event last night, with Samsung donating $100 to the WWF for everyone in attendance), with rounded corners and just two capacitive buttons at either side of the physical home button. Rather than imitate the appearance of the Galaxy S II, the design team has clearly taken away aspects of the Galaxy Nexus and incorporated them into this new device.

Like the Galaxy Note, the Galaxy S III will ship with a HD Super AMOLED 720p display, although the screen is a little bit smaller at 4.8 inches, so everything looks really sharp thanks to the increased pixel density. Despite all of the strong mood lighting in the exhibition room, we had no problems with glare, so it should be able to cope with outdoor usage without a problem.

The phone feels great in your hand, weighing just 133g with a depth of 8.6mm - much thinner than the iPhone 4S - despite the large display and impressive specs. Under the hood, you'll find 1GB of RAM and a quad-core processor to keep all of your multitasking applications running smooth, and on the back of the phone is an 8MP rear camera which looks great, despite the disappointment of many people that a 12MP sensor wasn't included. When I got the chance to play around with the phone, I was able to take the back cover off it, so it looks like the battery is indeed removable.

In the past, I've preferred to use HTC Android phones as they tend to feel better in my hand, but the plastic that Samsung has used on the Galaxy S III, which is available in either a deep blue color or white, felt very comfortable. The light weight of the device definitely played a part in this, but there's no denying that Samsung has constructed a phone which is easy to hold and doesn't feel like it's going to fall out of your hand.

You will be able to purchase the Galaxy S III with either 16 or 32GB of built in storage at launch, with a 64GB model appearing a little later. All of these models can also be equipped with a microSD card, so if you do happen to run out of space or just want some extra storage to keep all of your files in check, then you can purchase some additional storage to put in the phone.

 

  

If you still have a few quid to spare after you've bought the Galaxy S III, you can probably blow it all on the vast array of accessories that will be available on launch.

One of the more interesting options is a wireless charging dock, which Samsung claims is a first, but it looks awfully similar to the Touchstone that was available for Palm's Pré phones. After dealing with tangled and lost wires for years, the wireless charging kit is definitely at the top of my accessories list, and as long as the unit is efficient enough to charge your phone at a similar speed to mains power, I'm sure it will be a big seller.

Also available to complement your new Galaxy S III will be a flip cover, desktop dock and HDMI adaptor.

In order to differentiate itself from the competition, Samsung has included a number of unique features in the Galaxy S III that you won't find in other Android 4.0 devices.

One feature that was demonstrated on stage at the exhibition was Samsung's new voice recognition software, S Voice. Created to compete with Siri, S Voice can play an integral role in your phone, in fact the demonstrator was able to wake the phone up and tell it that he wanted to take a picture, and the phone took him straight to the camera app.

We tried S Voice out with a demo unit after the keynote, but results were mediocre at best due to the background noise in the exhibition room. Users who are new to Android may become confused by the voice recognition in the Galaxy S III, as it has to be used in a separate app to Google's own voice recognition software that ships with Android.

The other major software addition that has been included in the Galaxy S III is 'AllShare', which allows you to share whatever is on your screen with other smartphone users or wirelessly transmit to a TV using a dongle. This was demonstrated in the exhibition room with a large Samsung TV, with photos, movies and even slideshows being sent from the phone.

Samsung has worked with Polaris Office to make presentation sharing really useful for enterprise users. If you're giving a presentation and sharing it from your phone, you can show entire slides on the big screen whilst using your phone as a remote and slide note viewer. You can also use your phone to draw on the slides and highlight certain areas for your viewers.

In the time that I was able to spend with the Galaxy S III, I was impressed by both the hardware and software on offer. I tend to go for phones with smaller screens as they are more comfortable for me to hold and use, but despite the 4.8-inch display on the new Galaxy, I could get around without any issues. The thin profile of the device will also be an advantage when you want to slide it into your pocket.

With a combination of great hardware and some unique software features, I'm left with little doubt that the Galaxy S III will be just as successful as its predecessor. If you live in Europe, you will be able to get your hands on it by the end of May, while those in North America will have to wait until "summer" to get yours.

Samsung Galaxy S III available a day early for pre-order customers in some stores

Samsung originally revealed May 29 as the official launch date of the Galaxy S III in Europe, before retailers started announcing the device for a purported May 30 release. Today it seems the original date of May 29 will still stand, but only for pre-order customers in a handful of stores across the UK.

This morning Samsung UK sends word that customers pre-ordering the Galaxy S III at the Samsung store at London's Westfield Stratford City will be able to pick up their phones from 6pm local time on Tuesday, May 29. But if you're not in London, then don't worry -- Samsung is giving other retailers the chance to hold its own early launch events for pre-orderers, as early as 7pm on that evening. So it's worth checking with any stores in your area if you fancy getting your hands on an S III a few hours before everyone else.

Regardless, the phone will go on sale nationwide on May 30, and it'll be available on all five major UK networks.

We've got Samsung's press release after the jump. For more on the Galaxy S III, check out our full coverage from the London launch event earlier this month.

Update T-Mobile Galaxy S2 With Official XWLP9 ICS 4.0.3 Firmware [How To]

Now the XWLP9 ICS 4.0.3 firmware can we applied on the device Samsung Galaxy S2 GT I9100 and also be informed that this is an official release for To Mobiles but only restricted to Poland users and make sure you may not apply it on any other international devices.

Also, this update would fix all the bugs and issues regarding battery and earlier the games on HD which were forced to be closed, this problem is also been fixed. If you’re on any other Custom ROM, then just make sure that you cleared the cache and also wipe all your data from recovery mode.

Important: We and even the developer won’t be responsible for any damage that takes place to your device while following these steps.

The ROM we would see today is compatible only with T-Mobile Galaxy S2 GT I9100. So, make sure you try this ROM only on this device, not any other device by any company.You must take back-up of all the internal data present in your phone like Logs, Contacts, messages, etc. with the help of backup applications.Battery should be charged enough in order to apply this update. 60% minimum is recommended from our side otherwise your phone may get switched off while the update process.Disable all antivirus suites in your computer as well as mobile so that update process may not get interrupted.Make sure USB debugging is enabled in your mobile. If not, you can do it by following the path – “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging” and after that USB debugging would be enabled in your phone.Now just make sure you follow the corresponding instructions properly.Grab the ROM from the following link:-  Torrent Download. After downloading the ZIP file, extract it onto your PC.Download Odin 1.85 and open it in your computer.Now you need to enter your device into download mode which can be entered by pressing and holding Volume Down key + Center key + Power button till the time you see a green robot on your phone screen.Make sure you have Open Odin in your computer.Now connect your phone to computer while ensuring Odin is open in your computer.As soon as you connect your phone to the computer, the ID: COM section in Odin will turn Yellow.Click on ‘PDA’ to select the .md5 file from the extracted folder and then finally click on ‘Start’ button present in Odin to start the process of firmware update.The process would take few minutes to complete. After it is done, the phone will reboot on its own and after you see the home screen on your device, disconnect your phone by removing the USB cable.Now enter your device into recovery by pressing these buttons at the same time:  Volume UP + Center + Power button.In recovery mode, select ‘wipe data/factory reset’ and the ‘wipe cache partition’ and then select ‘go back’ and then ‘reboot system now’ to restart your device into normal mode.And you have successfully accommodated the update.

Congrats, you have now successfully rooted the T-Mobile Galaxy S2 Android device on the latest version of DXLP9 firmware.

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Update Galaxy ACE S5830 With CM 9 ICS Android 4.0.3 Nightly Build Firmware [How To]

Now Galaxy Ace S5830 got an all new update namely CM9 ICS Android 4.0.3 and it’s the Nightly build firmware which has improved stability and tons of features. And now all users can update their devices as in due course of the post, we would share a detailed guide to install this firmware on your device.

Be informed that this isn’t an official release by Samsung Electronics and we have no information when there would be an official update for the same. Still, we should be thankful to the Galaxy ICS team for this update.

Important: We and even the developer won’t be responsible for any damage that takes place to your device while following these steps.

The ROM we would see today is compatible only with Galaxy Ace S5830. So, make sure you try this ROM only on this device, not any other device by any company.You must take back-up of all the internal data present in your phone like Logs, Contacts, messages, etc. with the help of backup applications.Battery should be charged enough in order to apply this update. 60% minimum is recommended from our side otherwise your phone may get switched off while the update process.Disable all antivirus suites in your computer as well as mobile so that update process may not get interrupted.Make sure USB debugging is enabled in your mobile. If not, you can do it by following the path – “Settings > Applications > Development > USB debugging” and after that USB debugging would be enabled in your phone.Now just make sure you follow the corresponding instructions properly.Download ICS Cyanogen Mod 9 Firmware Package (Click on “Download” > Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 > “Releases” tab > Download File named as “Nightly for Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 (13 May 2012) “) directly to your Computer.Transfer the files you downloaded to your phone by connecting your phone to computer using USB cable.Disconnect the phone from the computer.Now we will have to enter the device into recovery mode and to do the same, turn off your phone and then Menu button + Power button.In recovery mode, select ‘Install ZIP from SD card’ and on the next screen, select ‘Choose ZIP from SD card’ and then choose the ICS CM 9 ROM file as you transferred the file earlier and the installation process would start and finish in 5-8 minutes.As its done, select, ‘+++Go back+++’ and then ‘reboot System now’ and the device would restart.

Now when your Samsung Galaxy ACE S5830 Android Phone boots up, you would be running CM 9 ICS Android 4.0.3 Nightly Build Firmware.

Galaxy S III arriving early for some lucky UK pre-orders

Those pre-ordering the Galaxy S III from the Samsung Brand Store in Westfield Stratford City, London are about to be the coolest kids on the block…at least for a few hours. Why? Because Samsung has announced that their new flagship phone will be available a day early to these pre-order customers. The phone will be ready for pick up on May 29th at 6PM. Those having to wait the extra half day to fulfill their pre-orders on May 30thwill surely be envious. Check out the release from Samsung below.

SAMSUNG GALAXY SIII AVAILABLE A DAY EARLY FOR SAMSUNG BRAND STORE PRE-ORDER CUSTOMERS

16th May 2012, London, UK - Samsung Mobile UK today announced that customers who have pre-ordered a Galaxy S III from the Samsung Brand Store at Westfield Stratford City will be able to collect their device the night before the official launch date of 30 May.

Samsung Brand Store pre-order customers can get their hands on the new device from 6pm on 29 May. Early collection will only be available for customers that have pre-ordered from the Samsung Brand Store before 6pm on 29 May. The device will not be available to buy on May 29 - this offer is for pre-order customers only. Pre-orders made after 6pm on 29 May, whether in-store or online, will be fulfilled from 30 May. Pre-orders from retentions or online will also not be delivered to customers’ delivery addresses until 30 May onwards.

Samsung is also giving its retail partners the option to make their own Galaxy S III pre-orders available early; an hour later from 7pm. The final decision will be contingent on individual retailers as to whether they make this offer available to their customers.

Simon Stanford, Vice President, Telecommunications and Networks, Samsung UK and Ireland said: “We’ve had an overwhelming response from our retail partners and customers alike since announcing the Galaxy S III on 3 May. So we wanted to delight our customers and reward them for pre-ordering by letting them get their hands on the device a day before anyone else. We believe we have created our best smartphone yet, designed specifically with daily human needs in mind, and we are proud to provide our customers with a truly unique mobile user experience.”

The Galaxy S III will be available to buy in the UK across all major networks, key high street and out of town electrical retailers, online retailers and the Samsung Brand Store at Westfield Stratford City on 30 May.