The Samsung Galaxy S Giorgio Armani Edition is now available in the UK. It will take you’re girlfriend out on dates, whisper sweet nothings in her ear, and tell you that “you look fabulous!” as you gaze into it’s shiny mirror-like touchscreen.

Other than that, it’s your standard Samsung Galaxy S smartphone with Giorgio Armani branding on it. Seriously. If you feel compelled to get one of these, it’s worth it for free, because its the same as it’s unsexy brothers with a little UI tweaking. Might as well get a Galaxy S with some style at that price! That’s just my take on it of course.

Here’s a look at the specs just to convince you.

Samsung Galaxy S Giorgio Armani is Free on Contract in UK

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The UK’s mobile operator O2, a subsidiary of Spanish broadband and telecommunications provider Telefónica, which is big in Europe and Latin America, is planning to deploy 13,000 Wi-Fi hotspots over the next two years — with free internet access.

Initially the hotspots will be available in 450, O2-owned sites, reports the BBC, but will be expanded to other locations, including shops and restaurants. The network won’t just be for O2 customers: anyone with a mobile phone will be able to sign up and use the service, reports The Register. Free internet access will be paid for by venue advertising.

O2 already offers its premium subscribers access to hotspots run by The Cloud and BT OpenZone. That totals around 7,500 hotspots. Those deals will remain in place while O2 deploys its new free-to-all Wi-Fi network.

O2 Wi-Fi, will eventually replace the mobile operator’s existing 450 O2 Cloud hotspots, the company said in its announcement on Wednesday. It has promised that by 2013, it will at least double the number of existing premium hotspots offered by BT OpenZone and The Cloud, or close to 13,000, according to the company.

BT’s OpenZone and Fon networks are currently the biggest networks in the UK. BT’s Fon network offers WiFi connections that piggyback on BT home broadband networks. But O2 said that its competing service would offer “premium public hotspots, as opposed to using residential connections with limited bandwidth” – a swipe at FON. The Cloud claims to have around 22,000 hotspots internationally, while Virgin Media is also toying with the idea of creating a nationwide wi-fi network, reports the BBC.

Users wanting to take advantage will need to provide a mobile phone number, from any network, which will be confirmed with a text message. O2 then links the number to the MAC code (unique identity) of the handset, enabling it to automatically authorize future connections as well as spotting when the customer enters a hotspot area – enabling the delivery of advertising by text message or MMS. O2 says it expects venues hosting the service will pay for it, so targeted advertising is just a sideline, said the company.

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Andrew over at AG Designs & Graphics let us know that they just released an updated version of one of their best selling themes, !Reflect 7. All graphics were remade, newly created or highly optimized to cut down on theme size, increase visual appeal and, most importantly, improve performance. The resulting theme, called !Reflect7 Carbon, has all new cursors, dialog boxes, awesome buttons and improved phone/notification icons.

Both touch screen and non-touch screen versions have a sliding dock along the bottom of the home screen. The non-touch version has 10 icon dock with hotspots and hotkeys for icons 11-15. Touch screen devices will have a dock that is customizable with either 4 or 8 icons, depending on how many rows you choose. Both versions have hotspots as well.

!Reflect7 Carbon is an awesome looking theme as well as super functional, and I know you’re going to want to check it out. You can pick this theme up regularly priced at $5.99 if you have a BlackBerry running OS 4.5-5.0 or a Torch on BB6.

Contest: Andrew gave us 50 copies of !Reflect7 Carbon to offer up to all you theme junkies out there. You know the drill! Leave your comment below, only one per person please, and it all ends Sunday at Midnight PST! Hurry and get your comments in folks, you won’t want to miss this one.

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Often times we focus all our efforts on finding the latest and greatest games from top developers and companies. The beautiful thing about the Android market is we have no lack of applications. Some would argue that it is often flooded with garbage, others back it up as a way to stay open. No matter how you look at it, there is always something wonderful to find.

In this case it’s a company called href="http://www.appbrain.com/browse/dev/Defianted+Development">Defianted Development. Not to be confused with Defiant Development, who brought us “ href="http://androidspin.com/2010/12/15/quick-look-rocket-bunnies-an-action-puzzle-game-that-rocks/" target="_blank">Rocket Bunnies.” Still, they have brought us a lot of game applications that I feel have slipped under the radar of most users. With so many applications, it is hard to focus on just one or a couple. I’ll give you a look into just a few here in this article and might follow up with another later next week.

The company has focused primarily on moving games from needing an emulator to being a standalone application. That is a very novel idea. It should help some of the less technical-minded avoid the trouble of searching for BIOS and ROMs. Although, judging from the comments on the market, some of these seem to be a hit and miss. I can’t find anything that narrows it down to a certain device or potential user error. I have personally had no issues with any of their applications.

Enough about that. Let’s take a look at some games already!

T-Mobile has announced via Twitter that they are offering the G2 for free between now and January 20th if you sign up for a new 2-year contract and if you order online. The G2 may not be as coveted as the MyTouch 4G for example, but it is still a powerful device with a processor that, although it is only 800MHz, can out benchmark a Nexus One.

If you want to take advantage of this offer, hit up the source link below before the 20th.

T-Mobile G2 free through January 20 with a new 2-year contract

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Restaurant Story takes on the same sort of idea as Game Dev Story but with a lot more control.

You are a new restaurant owner with limited money and limited room. You start out with a simple 3 seater, I call it a bistro, and build up from there. You have control over the food you serve, the floor tiles, wall colors and wall decorations. You can buy more chairs and tables and expand to larger buildings. The game is fairly flexible. File size is fairly large coming in at 14. 5 MBs. You must have internet to play the game. This may sound strange, but it is also very necessary so you can share your restaurants with friends online.

With this game already running over 250,000 downloads and a consistent 4 star rating, this is a must have game. Feel free to pick it up below and build your restaurant empire today.

Click or Scan the QRCode below to find out more information about the Restaurant Story application. 

Summary and Downloads:

Application: Restaurant Story
Developer: TeamLava, LLC.
Cost: FREE

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Another week, another Theme Roundup! As always we have some awesome themes lined up after the break. We have a great contest for you guys, so be sure you read all the way to the end for details. Also, when entering, please note that only the indicated theme is eligible. You may want to be sure your BlackBerry is compatible with the contest theme before entering as well. Don’t forget to send in theme tips to themeroundup[at]crackberry.com. See you all next week! 

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Well, if you initially thought about waiting on purchasing Verizon’s Galaxy Tab, it looks like that wisdom is about to pay off, literally.  Right now, if you head in to Verizon and grab a Samsung Galaxy Tab, they’ve dropped the price from $599.00 to $499.00.  And to better sweeten the pot, they are tossing in $60 bucks worth of free movie rentals on the device.  Bought yours last week?  No problem.  If you’ve purchased your tablet within the last 14 days, Verizon will reimburse you that $100 dollars.  So, if you’re in the market for a tablet on Verizon, and you were waiting for the price to drop a bit before snatching one up, then head on over to your nearest Big Red and sign on the dotted line.

Verizon Drops Galaxy Tab By $100 Bucks, Adds $60 Worth Of Free Movie Rentals

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This is a great week to be looking for a new phone, I must say. In addition to the great deals we’ve already seen, T-mobile just announced that while supplies last online, you can get a Samsung Vibrant, their Galaxy S model, for free. That’s right, if you’re eligible for upgrade or start a new line, as long as you’re willing to sign a two-year contract they’ll supply you with your own Galaxy S phone at no charge at all.

Hit T-Mobile’s website for this great deal, and leave us a comment if you take advantage of this deal.

Free Samsung Vibrant for New Contract or Upgrade

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If you have been wishing and wanting a Samsung Vibrant, today is your day. The Vibrant is absolutely FREE! Yes, I said FREE. Now, I am unclear on if the offer extends to current customers that qualify for an upgrade or not. I do however know that the device is available for a new line of service through T-Mobile.com on a two year contract.

If you have been waiting to get your hands on this amazing 1GHz Android device, now is as good a time as any. Head on over to T-Mobile.com and get your order in now.

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Have you been holding out on nabbing yourself a Galaxy Tab until a drop in price? If so, then you may be interested in hearing that Verizon has decided to lower the price from $599.99 to $499.99. A hundred dollar price drop is pretty significant, but that’s not all you’re getting, folks. The Big Red Galaxy Tab now comes with a $60 movie voucher good for renting movies from either the Blockbuster app or Samsung’s Media Hub.

Also, for those of you who may have purchased one in the last two weeks and are now cursing up a storm, you can simply head on down to Verizon and claim your $100 rebate. This all sounds pretty great, but is it still enough to make you want to get one? Leave us a comment below and let your voice be heard!

Verizon Galaxy Tab price drops to $500, also now includes $60 in free movie rentals

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Have you made your New Year’s resolution yet?  More often than not, it’s usually to get in shape while shedding a few pounds, am I right?.  Well, FitnessKeeper Inc wants to help you fulfill that resolution by making their popular fitness app, RunKeeper Pro, free from now through the end of January.  The popular app normally runs you $10 bucks and assists in keeping track of your workouts via GPS, tracking all of your fitness activities  including distance, time, pace, calories, and path traveled using Google maps.  And since you’re getting the pro version, there’s no annoying advertising.  As stated in the app market, the pro version also provides audio cues, customized interval workouts and now integrates with RunKeeper Fitness classes.  So, if you’re ready to get a jump start on that age old resolution, then head on over to our app’s database for more info or hit up the source link and get your workout on.  Or, you can always ignore this and go get another beer.

Run Keeper Pro Free Through January, Available For Download In The Market

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Going to a New Year’s party tonight? Of course you’ll be bringing your Android phone along, but did you know that very same little device can help make you the life of the party? We’ve got some apps to help you do just that, so hit the break to find out what they are. Want us to make it even easier? We’ll even line out when during the night you can use these apps.

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Everyone’s favorite cross-platform fitness app is available right now for free from the Android Market, but you better act fast because this special is only going through the month of January. RunKeeper is a great app for those looking to stay in shape and this deal comes at the perfect time. If you have never used it I strongly suggest trying it out to help you out with your workouts. The free version allows you to track your workout using your phones built in GPS through a variety of activities; including running, hiking, mountain biking, even snow boarding. You can sync your completed activities with the RunKeeper site to see your progress and even connect with friends on Facebook who use the application to see how they are doing. I usually see this as a way to compete with friends and see how much harder I have to work out to keep up with them.

Usually $9.99, the Pro version adds a few nice features into the mix, such as a virtual coach that will provide audio cues during your workout and let you know how you are doing and what your progress is, customized interval workouts, integration with RunKeeper FitnessClasses, and best of all no ads! So put down that piece of pie, throw out those candy canes, and hit the QR code below to take advantage of this great deal.

Source: AndroidandMe via RunKeeper

Application: RunKeeper Pro

Developer: FitnessKeeper, Inc.

Price: FREE (normally $9.99)

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Like buying electronics? Of course you do, everyone does at some point. Newegg, has made the process of buying electronics from them on the go even easier for better or for worse. They’ve just released a mobile app to BlackBerry App World which allows you to browse and purchase items directly from their site on your BlackBerry smartphone. Some of the key features for the app:

• Comprehensive product specifications.
• 1.7+ millions customer reviews. 
• Detailed item image gallery. 
• Quick and simple shopping flow. 
• Simple and quick search function. 
• Good for deal hunting: Shell Shockers, Daily Deals and Free Shipping. 
• All purchases made on Newegg Mobile are routed through Newegg’s secure servers. 

The sad news? Well, despite BlackBerry App World indicating that it is indeed available for all devices, it is not. Although I did not test all devices, I can confirm it’s not yet available for the BlackBerry Torch (unless it’s just blocking me in Canada). Which really, is fine with me at this point. The last thing i need in my life is an easier way to buy electronics. But if you’re looking to spend  some of that cash you got for the Holidays then by all means, check the app out. Some great deals are to be had on Newegg.

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Didn’t get that shiny new Android phone you wanted this holiday season? Well, Best Buy has you covered, with a grand total of five new Android devices for the low low price of $0 with a new 2-year contract. The five phones are the Droid Incredible, LG Optimus S, LG Optimus T, Sony Ericsson Xperia X10, and the LG Vortex.

So, if one of these phones tickles your fancy, hit up the Best Buy page here for all the juicy details.

Best Buy offering five Android phones for free with new 2-year contract

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Tis the season, everyone! For those of our readers who are celebrating the holidays we hope you are having a great time thus far, and with Christmas now literally just around the corner, we wanted to share with you some of our favorite free Christmas apps. So, without further delay, I present to you our top five free Android Christmas apps. Continue reading after the break for the full list.

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It’s no secret that Gameloft makes some of the best Android games you can get. Usually running $4-$6, Gameloft features a lot of HD games that both look great, and play well. You may remember that they gave away a copy of Dungeon Hunter HD earlier this month. Today’s offer is similarly great, only it’s more reminiscent of Spartacus than King Arthur. Today, and today only, you can get a free copy of Hero of Sparta from Gameloft. If you’ve played Dungeon Hunter, the gameplay will feel familiar — it’s a very similar style. If you haven’t played either, catch the trailer below, or just jump straight to the source link and start downloading! At a price of NOTHING, you can afford to take a risk. (Note: the game may change on you once you select your phone. If it does, just re-select the free game from the list of games toward the bottom of the screen, and begin your download.)

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Free Gameloft Game – Hero of Sparta, Today Only

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Navmii’s Navfree USA is a free alternative to the current selection of iPhone-based turn-by-turn GPS navigation apps. It’s also available for Android and Nokia phones.

Because the maps are stored on-board, the device doesn’t need a constant connection. Navfree USA is compatible with the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, and takes advantage of the OpenStreetMap project for in-app maps, spoken turn-by-turn directions, offers 3D and 3D views, pedestrian and driving routes, in-app Google searches, and more.

The company also plans to supplement the free app with paid in-app purchases of additional features such as upgrading to “premium” maps from commercial vendor TeleAtlas, data from safety cameras, and traffic information.

Navfree USA is available for free on the App Store, and requires an iOS device running 4.0 or later.

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