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Hello my fellow Android friends. Thank you for watching yet another epic episode of The ManDroid Show. Remember all articles covered in the show are listed below, and make sure you tell your friends.

Big News this Week
Chrome beta now available for Android 4.0
CyanogenMod Team updates us on the progress of CM9
Galaxy Note will be running a Snapdragon processor and not a Exynos
Is the iPhone a carrier blessing or curse?

Rumor Control
T-Mobile getting the Galaxy Nexus? Tony Hawk might give you some thought about that.

ICS Updates
HTC is updating a lot of their phones to ICS next month

Device Updates
Verizon LTE Xoom is getting an update but its not ICS
Asus Transformer Prime getting an update to squash some bugs

Back to the Roots
Droid Razr gets a rooting tool for your desktop

Games of the Week
Angry Birds turns 2! Update with new levels now available.
Real Soccer available from Gameloft free on the market

App of the Week
Gameloft Live now available on the market

Tweak of the Week
B-boy themes up your ICS Gmail and Google Plus

Other Tweaks
ADW BigDX Slick theme
APW Modern ICS Theme

Last week I wrote up a new Android Pro Widgets theme called Modern ICS. The theme brought us the look of the Gmail and Email widget that we have found with stock ICS, to our Facebook, Twitter, calendar, bookmarks, Google Reader, and messaging widgets. Just when I thought I had the best Ice Cream Sandwich theme for my widgets, Dr. Appche  makes it “dark”.

Dr. Appche decided not only will he have the white themed widgets of ICS, but he will reverse the colors to make them black. I will admit it, when I put the regular Modern ICS theme on my widgets, I was little worried it was making my layout to bright. I felt I needed to make some of them dark, just to satisfy my widgethead cravings. He answered my calls.

The dark templates mix so awesomely with the ICS blue, as well as the widget logos. Now I still rock some of my widgets with the white template but most of them I have converted to the dark ones. Having a mixture of both have really brought a sharp look to my widget windows, so consider my widgethead pleased. So if you thought the original modern ICS theme was to bright for your eyes, give the dark version a try. I guarantee you that you will be satisfied. Make sure you have purchased the APW License key to rock these themes and enjoy.

Application: APW Theme Modern ICS Dark
Developer: Dr. Appche
Cost: Free

Google Goggles is definitely one of my favorite apps by Google. Aside from maps and Gmail and all the standard stuff of course. With over 10 million downloads we should have to tell you what it is, but we will anyways. Google Goggles is a visual recognition application that makes learning, finding and buying things a breeze. Why search the web when you can take a picture and have it search for you. You con do everything from a picture of a painting, scanning QR codes and bar codes to taking a picture of a foreign language in written text and get the translation. It really is a remarkable application.

The app has recently been updated today to offer you even more functionality. Most notable is the continuous mode, which allows you to continue scanning with out the need to hit the shutter button. They have also included a new text recognition function that can scan text in a document like a newspaper or magazine and then return the online version of it for you have with you. To help expand the search result returns you will also get user submitted results and can tap “Do you have a better suggestion” in the Goggles result page to submit your own suggestion.

Google never ceases to amaze me with the line up of software they keep producing. They are always looking for ways to simplify our lives and improve on what they already offer. You can click or scan the QR below to pick it up if you don’t already have it, or similarly to get to the app page to update.

Application: Google Goggles
Developer: Google Inc.
Cost: FREE

It looks like one company has taken to the themeing lime light lately. Tapatalk by Quoord Systems Limited has put @B_boytm and @DroidDOESSS to work making some themed out versions of its widely popular application. Many of you should be fairly familiar with his work as we have featured much of here on Aspin. He has theme out the Gmail app, Google+ app and various other free apps that we all use everyday. One of the trickier situation is themeing a paid app. It is not only morally wrong, but essentially piracy. You can theme out any app that you have bought all on your own if you wish but distributing that app then costs the developer money. None of us want to do that.They teamed up with Tapatalk and themed out their application in a variety of color schemes and the company graciously has uploaded them into the market for your purchasing pleasure. This a really amazing achievement, not just for the boys, but also for Quoord. Getting their app and name attached to a very popular themer from the community is great for both parties.

I was able to locate 6 different color themes available in the market currently; Green, Cyan, Red, Pink, Purple and Blue. All are themed to highest of standards and offer  some great features with in. In the apps settings you can choose to invert the app, black with white writing, or even switch on the transparent option. Having the options build in make it easier than ever to change the look with out uninstalling one to reinstall another. To top it off, each app is named with the color you have downloaded, giving you the ability to download them all and be able to use them independently.

If you are big Tapatalk user and are looking for an awesome way to spruce up the look of your app, we highly recommend snagging one or all of the themed version when you have a chance. Since there are so many to choose from, we are going to skip the QR code and provide you with a link that will display all your options.

Xparent Tapatalk themed market apps

TricH has released an update to DaBomb. The latest version is now 1.0.

This release is supported on the following Device(s):
- Samsung Galaxy S II: T-Mobile

• Based off T-Mobile KID Base
• Stock T-Mobile kernel to get the least amount of issues
• An excellent ICS Theme (I used the ICS Theme in themes and apps for a theme base)
• A few themed icons
  • CRT Animation
  • Extended Power Menu
  • If you hold a quick toggle button it will take you to settings
  • Some nice ICS Icons
  • MOST CIQ is removed (Some is still in kernel)
  • ICS Clock Widget
  • No PM/AM in clock
  • Stock Boot Animation
  • No Boot Animation Sound
  • AOSP Email
  • Gmail
  • Superuser 3.0
  • Media Hub
  • Kies Air
  • Allshare
  • T-Mobile Name ID (If this is removed it will cause problems during phone calls)
  • Smooth
  • Good Battery (Would like more feedback on this)
  • Plenty more (Please give feedback)
  • Just flash it!!!!

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As soon as it was here, it was gone.

Google’s Native Gmail App launched November 2nd and faced a litany of complaints due to a bug preventing push notifications from working properly. Google promptly pulled the App one short hour after its release. Well, the problem is all fixed, and Google released version 1.0.2 of the Gmail app today for download in the App Store.

In addition to fixing the problems that prompted the app’s quick removal a week ago Google improved the handling of HTML images in messages. The images are now sized to fit the screen

TricH has released an update to Bombaridier. The latest version is now 1.4.

This release is supported on the following Device(s):
- Samsung Galaxy S II: T-Mobile

Version 1.4

• Updated to Synergy Kernel 0.05.2
• This thing is freaking faster then hell
• Better Battery life
• Deleted AOSP Email
• Added Samsung Email
• The Notifications bar now looks just freaking sweet
• There is more…….please tell me and i will add to changelog

Version 1.3

• Updated to Synergy Kernel 0.03.2
• Fixed Home Button lag
• If you hold a power button in the notification bar it will take you to settings (Thanks Melvin)
• About 15mb of bloat removed
• Removed Samsung email app and Gmail and replaced with AOSP (Will be making attachments eventually)
• Faster
• Better battery life

Version 1.2

• Synergy Kernel 0.02 ZERO LAG
• Fantastic bettery life!
• CRT Animation
• A few minor theme changes
• Updated SU Binary
• Deleted annoying boot up sounds
• FREE Tethering!

Version 1.1

• Added Synergy Kernel
• Multiple visual changes
• More speed tweaks
• Added DSPManager
• This will most likely be my only update until next week unless a major bug comes up

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Gmail app for iPad and iPhone goes live
A rumor was quickly confirmed on Wednesday after Google posted an iOS-native Gmail app (free, App Store). The title is universal for both the iPhone and iPad and is intended to give a level of speed that isn’t normally available through iOS itself: new messages are flagged in real-time through push notifications without having to use Exchange. It also brings expected specific features such as Priority Inbox, labeling, starring, and spam flags….

http://www.electronista.com/rss/macnn_mostpopular.rss

DroidTh3ory has released an update to SHIFTAO5P. The latest version is now V2.7.

This release is supported on the following Device(s):
- HTC Thunderbolt: Verizon Thunderbolt

V2.6
Recompiled from the Gingerbread 2.3.7 source
Added Gmail 2.3.5.2 and updated other included apps
Updated to newest version of DROD OMFGB kernel for Gingerbread 2.3.7
Rethemed as always
New custom TH3ORYROM boot animation by nefariusmdk

V2.7
Recompiled with ProTekk`s source that was synched with the mainline CM7
Added custom menu transitions
Added add blocking
Reth3m3d

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Yesterday we posted up a preview of some of the amazing work the @B_boytm has done to offer us a themed out version of GMail. So many options to choose from I didn’t even know where to start. Since he seems to be the primary modder of our beloved Google apps, I thought we should continue the trend and give you a chance to pick up some more of his work.

Other than themeing out the GMail app for your enjoyment, he also keeps the latest Android market updates slightly tweaked to give your device the overall look that you desire. The last update to the market was version 3.1.5 and brought in some new features. Most notably was the +1 button to apps in the market. He currently has 2 versions available for the latest update. A dark market and a clear market. One thing that I have always liked about B-Boy is the extra leg work he does to ensure everyone has an option to get his themed apps installed. He offers the signed apk and an update zip file of each.

 Both of the mods look pretty sweet and offer you a unique look that many others won’t have. He also has a multitude of colors available, but they are for the 3.1.3 version of the market. Which is still very functional. If you choose one of the colored options be sure to have Titanium Backup installed so you can freeze the MarketUpdater app. that will prevent your device from updating to the newer market and prevent you from losing the themed version. Just remember the 3.1.3 market doesn’t have the +1 button available.

There are some install instructions available on B-boys thread that you will want to read through prior to installing anything to your device. Be sure to make a backup before you flash or install anything so if you have any issues you can always revert back with out doing a full wipe.

Head on over to B-boys Rootzwiki thread to get the files needed to make this mod happen.

Source: RootzWiki

It has been a while since I checked in on some of our themers. I usually check on what they have done shortly after an update to the apps that we all have and love. One of the more recent apps to update in the last couple weeks was GMail. Staying true to his dedication, B-Boy, has made all of his modifications available for the latest update, 2.3.5.2.

The list of choices is absolutely amazing. We have to hand it to the guy for keeping up with all the choices and the updates. Take a look at the gallery below to get a look at just a few of the option he has provided us with.

Full downloads and all the installation instructions you will need can be found on B-Boys Rootzwiki thread. I hope you find one that suites your theme and preference.

Source: Rootzwiki

renocivik has released an update to G2xTreme. The latest version is now 1.1.1 v2.

This release is supported on the following Device(s):
- HTC Vision/T-Mobile G2

Code:

v 1.1.1 - Fixed Market (insufficient space/unable to make purchases) v 1.1 - fixed CM MMS - added a lot more tweaks to speed up system - fixed quickpanel

v 1.0!!!! - QUICKPANEL in notification drop down * THANKS TO KRYLON, Whitehawkx & dreamsforgotten(NS Forum)* - adb enabled/notification disabled - updated hosts file to block even more ads - fixed sleep of death - fixed swype (thanks doniqcc) - moved maps/bln/wifi calling back to system app (so you dont lose them after the post install factory reset) - THIS SHOULD BE STABLE AND WORKING PERFECTLY V.7 (never released) - NO WIPE NEEDED - Fixed Transparent Gmail - Added CM7 MMS.apk - Fixed Swype - Cant remember what else.... V.6 (small update for now) - removed awful black gmail - going transparent with this rom - added transparent Market - updated LG Cam to 3.0 - data/service tweaks - power tweaks (sleep/wake) - media tweaks (Makes Pic, music, and video quality better) - boot up tweaks (phone should boot much faster) - Dalvik VM heap size increased - USB debugging notification disabled - dialout speed tweak (should ring faster on outgoing calls) V.5 (in development - but uploading because I will be working a long day tomorrow, and not gonna be able to do anything til sunday) - Universal GPS fix (installed rom, opened maps, INSTANT lock within 20m)!!!! - Black Gmail (i am up in the air about this... will take a day or 2 to see if i like... FEEEDBACK WELCOME!!!!!) V.4 - Transitioning name to G2xTreme - Updated Market to 3.0.27 - Updated LG Camera to 1.5 - host file integration (to block ads) - Added back Clock (must have accidentally deleted) - Added BatteryCalibration App (charge to 100%, run app, follow directions, Uninstall app) - Added  backlight Notifications (Must run once to obtain SU permissions due to LG making needed files RO on boot) - Added G2x2 Boot Animation W/O Sound (working on G2xTreme animation) V.3 - fixed transparent genie widget V.3BETA - Xperia Arc Launcher (something new to play with) - Transparent Genie Widget (not working / FC) - New Market (3.0.26) - init.d support V.2 - CRT Screen Off Animation (gettin  my feet wet in decompiling/recompiling) - Removed Tmo My Account and SmartShare - Custom Boot Animation Coming in next release (nice animation... 35meg too big) V.1 - 2.3.3 OTA Base - root/latest superuser/busybox - stock kernel - deodexed and zipaligned - 100% stock theme - LG Camera V1.2 - Bloat Removed (ALL Bloat) - Most Gapps to system (for now) - Maps/Wifi Calling to data - Incl Tmo MyAccount and Smartshare (will probably remove unless people   really want) - starting to get the idea

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renocivik has released an update to G2xTreme. The latest version is now v1.0.

This release is supported on the following Device(s):
- HTC Vision/T-Mobile G2

Code:

v 1.0!!!! - QUICKPANEL in notification drop down * THANKS TO KRYLON, Whitehawkx & dreamsforgotten(NS Forum)* - adb enabled/notification disabled - updated hosts file to block even more ads - fixed sleep of death - fixed swype (thanks doniqcc) - moved maps/bln/wifi calling back to system app (so you dont lose them after the post install factory reset) - THIS SHOULD BE STABLE AND WORKING PERFECTLY V.7 (never released) - NO WIPE NEEDED - Fixed Transparent Gmail - Added CM7 MMS.apk - Fixed Swype - Cant remember what else.... V.6 (small update for now) - removed awful black gmail - going transparent with this rom - added transparent Market - updated LG Cam to 3.0 - data/service tweaks - power tweaks (sleep/wake) - media tweaks (Makes Pic, music, and video quality better) - boot up tweaks (phone should boot much faster) - Dalvik VM heap size increased - USB debugging notification disabled - dialout speed tweak (should ring faster on outgoing calls) V.5 (in development - but uploading because I will be working a long day tomorrow, and not gonna be able to do anything til sunday) - Universal GPS fix (installed rom, opened maps, INSTANT lock within 20m)!!!! - Black Gmail (i am up in the air about this... will take a day or 2 to see if i like... FEEEDBACK WELCOME!!!!!) V.4 - Transitioning name to G2xTreme - Updated Market to 3.0.27 - Updated LG Camera to 1.5 - host file integration (to block ads) - Added back Clock (must have accidentally deleted) - Added BatteryCalibration App (charge to 100%, run app, follow directions, Uninstall app) - Added  backlight Notifications (Must run once to obtain SU permissions due to LG making needed files RO on boot) - Added G2x2 Boot Animation W/O Sound (working on G2xTreme animation) V.3 - fixed transparent genie widget V.3BETA - Xperia Arc Launcher (something new to play with) - Transparent Genie Widget (not working / FC) - New Market (3.0.26) - init.d support V.2 - CRT Screen Off Animation (gettin  my feet wet in decompiling/recompiling) - Removed Tmo My Account and SmartShare - Custom Boot Animation Coming in next release (nice animation... 35meg too big) V.1 - 2.3.3 OTA Base - root/latest superuser/busybox - stock kernel - deodexed and zipaligned - 100% stock theme - LG Camera V1.2 - Bloat Removed (ALL Bloat) - Most Gapps to system (for now) - Maps/Wifi Calling to data - Incl Tmo MyAccount and Smartshare (will probably remove unless people   really want) - starting to get the idea

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We have posted various themed out and modified version of various applications to help keep a refreshing look on your device. Thanks to a lot of hard work by so many devs, the options don’t ever stop. After the last GMail update that was rolled out, B-boy and ecsnead69 got to work and gave us a very nice blacked out version that I have been using ever since. I personally love the blacked out apps. I also really like transparent versions. The 2 guys from RootzWiki have added that option to their list of currently available modifications.

 To help make this MOD as simple as possible, they have offered both a .zip file for flashing through CWM and a signed .apk for installing. The flash-able version is the simplest means of installing the themed out version. If you choose to go with the .apk version you will want to uninstall the current the GMail application first. You can do that by either long pressing the app and dragging it to the trash can to uninstall if using a secondary launcher application, or you can go to Menu > Settings > Applications > Manage Applications then find and uninstall it that way.

No matter how you approach it, if you love transparent apps and showing off to your friends what you have that they don’t, pop on over to their Rootzwiki thread and install it. Be sure to read their explanation of things so you know what you are getting yourself into.

Source: RootzWiki

Blacksburg, Virginia – St. Clair Software today is pleased to announce that Default Folder X 4.4.4 is available immediately. This release fixes a number of compatibility issues in its award-winning utility for enhancing Open and Save dialogs. Honored with Macworld Magazine’s Editors’ Choice Award for Best System Enhancement Utility, Default Folder X makes Open and Save dialogs “work the way they should.”

Default Folder X’s custom keyboard shortcuts put your favorite and recent folders at your fingertips. Pop-up menus let you navigate your folders and open Finder windows. Previews, Spotlight comments and tags are there when you need them. Open, save, and get back to work: Default Folder X is workflow for the rest of us.

What’s New:
Default Folder X 4.4.4 includes compatibility fixes for Mac OS 10.7 Lion and Safari 5.1. These include:
* Support for Gmail and other plugin-based file dialogs in Safari 5.1.
* Corrected crashes in Safari, Firefox, Chrome, Word, Handbrake, and other applications.
* Default Folder X’s menubar menu now works with the right mouse button as well as the left.
* Fixed a crash in TextSoap and other applications when using a file dialog for the second or third time.
* Eliminated a crash that could occur on launch with some applications, including Filemaker Pro.
* Fixed a problem with Default Folder X’s windows coming up in the wrong space when using full-screen mode in Lion.

St. Clair Software recommends that anyone using Default Folder X install this free update. If you are running Lion, it is essential that you do so. Default Folder X 4.4.4 also supports Mac OS 10.5 and 10.6.

System Requirements:
* Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6, or 10.7 (Lion)

Pricing and Availability:
Default Folder X 4.4.4 is a free update for existing version 4 users. It is $14.95 (USD) for users who bought licenses before June 1, 2007, and costs $34.95 for new users. Please see the St. Clair Software web site for screencasts, screenshots, a full change log, and additional feature information.

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St. Clair Software, based in Blacksburg, VA, is a privately held company that has been specializing in utilities and custom software solutions for the Macintosh since 1988. St. Clair Software can be contacted at: St. Clair Software, P.O. Box 10184, Blacksburg, VA 24062-0184, USA, fax: 540-552-5898.