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Just an FYI...I recently acquired and installed a 128GB PNY Micro SDXC card in my Ascend Mate 2...it formats and works just fine - usable space is listed as just over 119GB.

Huawei has now released a second official Lollipop (v.5.1) Preview with fewer bugs than the original B309 release that was briefly available in June, 2015. Users reported a slew of problems with that release, and Huawei quickly withdrew it. The new version B322 appears to have far fewer bugs...

As an FYI...Vital Player by Ringo is a video player with a lot of codecs that can reportedly handle numerous formats. https://market.android.com/details?id=com.dgo.VitalPlayer Be aware, however, this is a large program...9MB installed on my system.

According to posts on the VM Facebook page...from customers...they are being told by VM escalation that the data network is down nationwide...with a fix expected in a few hours. The major outage began mid-day on Wednesday. Yummy. Note: As of 1:30AM EST on Thursday, 3/10/11, service is back...

Google Maps Navigation for Android adds real-time traffic re-routing -- Engadget

I ran across this on a MetroPCS board, but noticed they also list Virgin Mobile. MX Telecom is a company providing SMS and MMS Gateway services, and they have an online System Status board that reports outages and planned maintenance from companies they contract with, including VM. It may be...

According to a post at Slickdeals, beginning Sunday Target will offer the Optimus V for $129 plus a $20 gift card. Quantities will be limited, no rainchecks. Virgin Mobile LG Optimus V $129 + $20 GC@Target - Slickdeals.net

The Mother Of All Android Malware Has Arrived: Stolen Apps Released To The Market That Root Your Phone, Steal Your Data, And Open Backdoor | Android News, Reviews, Apps, Games, Phones, Tablets, Tips, Mods, Videos, Tutorials - Android Police

I was using the HotSpot through Quick Settings this morning and noticed the following...when my screen would timeout to save power, the 3G connection dropped even though the HotSpot was still active, and the only way I could maintain it was to set the screen to never timeout, which is bad for...

I've seen threads like this at other forums...and might as well add one here...post your home screens if you like. I've seen some clever ideas from others, and it gives people a chance to see what other launchers, widgets, etc. look like on the phone. There is free screen capture software...

They'll also have the bundle with $25 airtime, car charger and screen protector in store for $38 more. Best Buy Ad Scan 2/27-3/5 - Slickdeals.net

For those considering same...here's a link to how: LG Optimus V Factory Reset - LG Cell Phones Blog

Here's a Google Nav alternative to try...and this one will load to the SD Card. https://market.android.com/details?id=com.mapquest.android.ace

Giveaway of the Day - free licensed software daily. Aiseesoft Total Media Converter - Convert popular video and rip DVD to video/audio with Aiseesoft Total Media Converter) Giveaway of the Day is a legit site that offers free software which changes on a daily basis. Today's offering is...

Folks have been looking for this...and LG has now released it.... LG Open Source Main Select Mobile Phones and input LGVM670 as the model. Thanks to icemank121 at Android Central for this one...

A tip I wanted to pass along from HF: Someone asked about sending an SMS to a Virgin phone via e-mail, and it can be done via the following email extensions - substitute the Virgin number you want for 1234567890. Helpful if you want to send a friend, loved one, child, etc. an SMS message...

If you're using the Optimus as your first Android phone, it can be strange to figure out how to load custom images as wallpaper in the correct size. The phone's screen is 320x480 in portrait mode, but because the image used as wallpaper slides behind the five screens, it needs to be landscape...

If you're like me, and struggling with no physical keyboard and large hands, I find a stylus is very handy to have around, especially for tapping in messages or lots of data. I can also be extremely useful to have in a car for typing addresses into Navigation, as Voice Search doesn't always get...

Here are some of the better choices I've seen in Car Mounts...feel free to add your own...of course you can use universal mounts as well. Navigational Mount for LG Vortex - Verizon Fits the V (without a case) perfectly, very stable, well made, large suction cup, low profile behind phone, phone...

Finally got to an Office Max today and found the following for a whopping $1.29... Perfect for the Body Glove case...power can go in the side if needed. Available in beautiful black or stunning clear frosted plastic. OfficeMax Plastic Business Card Holder, Black They also...

I ran across this article on and thought it might be useful for the iTunes users out there... How to set up wireless iTunes sync with the LG Optimus One - Know Your Cell Turns out there are a number of apps that do the same thing, if you search the Market on iTunes...

I've been poking around Verizon looking at Vortex accessories for the V, and picked up a couple of docks which do work. First, there is a Media Charging Dock the phone drops into in a vertical position with a Micro USB plug at the bottom. The charger cable connects in the back. Verizon claims...

I ran across these tonight...and thought I'd share...for those looking to load up their Optimus V with music, movies, and more...and hope others will add their finds as well. NewEgg Dane Elec 16GB Class 2 - $21.49 shipped Newegg.com - DANE-ELEC 16GB Micro SDHC Flash Card w/ SD Adapter...

One button to merge all duplicate contacts - Official Gmail Blog

There was speculation Google would launch Android Market in a browser today...and here it is. Home - Android Market