| Google Sync for BlackBerry swept away in spring cleaning Apr 20th 2012, 22:12  It's springtime, and you know what that means for Google: out with the old and in with the new. Unfortunately, many BlackBerry fans might not like how Google's rearranging the furniture. During its routine tradition, the company announced that Google Sync for the BlackBerry will no longer be available for download as of June 1st. Put simply, the company identified its app as redundant, as RIM provides the same contact and calendar sync services to its customers with native software. Also in the spirit of spring cleaning, Google is encouraging users to uninstall the Sync app and properly configure their BlackBerry handsets to take advantage of these services. Fortunately, those content to keep with the status quo will be glad to know that Google Sync will continue to function properly -- so even if you're feeling lazy on this fine day, it's all good. Those with motivation, however, will find instructions of how to make the switch in the source below. [Spring cleaning photo via Shutterstock] Google Sync for BlackBerry swept away in spring cleaning originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:12:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink  Phone Scoop, Google Blog |  Google Apps Help | Email this | Comments | | HTC One X available today on Rogers for $170 with a three-year contract Apr 20th 2012, 21:01  We know Yanks using AT&T's network will be getting their own flavor of the HTC One X early next month, thus it's only appropriate for the neighbors up north to get a taste of the same smartphone medicine. Thanks to Rogers, those of you in Canada will be able to get your hands on this Sense 4, ICS-filled handset as soon as today. Rogers says HTC's One kin is coming as an exclusive to its shop, currently listing it for $169.99 on "select" three-year deals or $624.99 without any attachments. Keep in mind, this specific model's loaded with the Snapdragon S4 chip, which is slightly different than the One we reviewed a few weeks back. However, if all those cores don't make a difference to you, then all that's left to do is head to the source below and pull the trigger. [Thanks, Sean] Continue reading HTC One X available today on Rogers for $170 with a three-year contract HTC One X available today on Rogers for $170 with a three-year contract originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink MobileSyrup | Rogers | Email this | Comments | | Google+ expands SMS support to over 41 countries, lets you stay social over text Apr 20th 2012, 20:32  On the off chance your cell phone is of the decidedly dumb variety, Mountain View's engineers have worked out an alternative solution to keep your Google + circles intersecting. Initially available only for the U.S. and Indian markets at the time of the social service's launch, the search giant's expanding the reach of its SMS feature to over 41 additional countries, giving users the option to post updates, as well as receive and reply to notifications via text. The feature isn't standard, so if you want to opt-in, you'll have to enable it in the settings menu first, provided your carrier is supported. Luddites that like to have their online cake and eat it too, might want to make sure they're packing an appropriately capacious mobile plan before those thumbs get to banging away. Of course, the rest of you modernists are more than welcome to join the party, but why would you? Google+ expands SMS support to over 41 countries, lets you stay social over text originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:32:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink TheNextWeb | Google India | Email this | Comments | |
