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Bootloader hack may bring Android dual-boot to Windows Phones

Bootloader hack may bring Android dual-boot to Windows Phones

Posted on Nov 21, 2011 by MG15

It remains to be seen how desired this is, but work by the Dark Forces Team to port the the MAGLDR bootloader to the Samsung Focus may mean Android dual-boot could be coming to certain Windows Phone 7 handsets.

This would result in a similar situation to the HTC HD2, which it seems has been hacked to run every mobile OS under the sun.

The work is being initially done on the Samsung Focus v1.3, but Cotulla writes that the next version will support the Samsung Focus 1.4 and Samsung Omnia 7 also.

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AT&T is testing out the NoDo update for Samsung Focus v1.4 handsets

AT&T is testing out the NoDo update for Samsung Focus v1.4 handsets

Posted on Jul 08, 2011 by MG1

y now, the majority of Windows Phone 7 handset owners out there are absorbing all the new features and functionality that come along with the NoDo update. Surprisingly enough, there are some Samsung Focus smartphones out there still waiting for the update to arrive – and it’s indeed becoming one grueling wait for owners!
Well, it seems like the update is going to be available very soon because AT&T is currently testing updates for v1.4 versions of the Samsung Focus. Actually, some people might not know about it, but there are two versions of the Samsung Focus – with v.14 handsets offering different memory modules. In fact, it’s the main reason why it’s taking an exorbitant amount of time to ...

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NoDo update causing multi-touch issues on the Samsung Focus?

NoDo update causing multi-touch issues on the Samsung Focus?

Posted on Apr 26, 2011 by MG3

Grant Kot from Kotsoft has noticed a strange new problem with the Samsung Focus after the NoDo update.
It appears that 3 finger multi-touch no longer gets registered a few seconds after first being re...

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LG Quantum and Samsung Focus on AT&T to get

LG Quantum and Samsung Focus on AT&T to get "NoDo" upgrade within 10 days

Posted on Apr 18, 2011 by MG1

Microsoft said late Friday that a pair of Windows Phone 7 flavored handsets on AT&T, the LG Quantum and the Samsung Focus, have made it past the testing phase and should receive the "NoDo" upgrade wit...

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Samsung Focus registry edit fixes microSD issues, improves performance

Samsung Focus registry edit fixes microSD issues, improves performance

Posted on Feb 07, 2011 by MG1

Much has been made of the Samsung Focus’s microSD card slot – which users have been warned not to use with “certified” cards that haven’t been “certified.” Those who do have reported various reliabili...

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AT&T drops LG Quantum, Samsung Focus to $100 on contract

AT&T drops LG Quantum, Samsung Focus to $100 on contract

Posted on Jan 11, 2011 by MG3

Now that's more like it: AT&T's got the Samsung Focus for $99.99 on a new two-year deal alongside the LG Quantum if landscape QWERTY is more your cup of tea, two Windows Phone 7 handsets that launched...

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Samsung Focus free on Wirefly

Samsung Focus free on Wirefly

Posted on Nov 29, 2010 by MG1

Black Friday madness continues, with Wirefly is now offering the Samsung Focus for free on a new two year contract or contract extension on AT&T.
The one catch is that it requires a $59 voice plan whi...

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Samsung Focus Owners told by AT&T to wait for “certified” microSD cards (key: random access speed) Instead of Using Cards Available Now

Samsung Focus Owners told by AT&T to wait for “certified” microSD cards (key: random access speed) Instead of Using Cards Available Now

Posted on Nov 15, 2010 by MG1

A statement has been put out by AT&T lets all customers know that Windows Phone 7 devices require a “certified high-speed microSD card” in order to work optimally. Specifically the Samsung Focus right...

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Boom! Tethering on the Samsung Focus uncovered

Boom! Tethering on the Samsung Focus uncovered

Posted on Nov 11, 2010 by MG1

The Samsung Focus is turning out to be a much move versatile handset that we ever suspected. not only is this the only handset with easily accessible expandable storage, the only one that will let yo...

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Samsung Focus availability date and pricing is officially announced by Samsung

Samsung Focus availability date and pricing is officially announced by Samsung

Posted on Nov 05, 2010 by MG1

With less than four days until the big day when Microsoft's brand spanking new platform is launched in the US, Samsung has finally come out to officially announced the availability and pricing for the...

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HTC Surround, LG Quantum & Samsung Focus Break Cover on AT&T’s Windows Phone 7 Site

HTC Surround, LG Quantum & Samsung Focus Break Cover on AT&T’s Windows Phone 7 Site

Posted on Oct 11, 2010 by MG1

Following in the footsteps in the two previous handsets, AT&T has launched their brand new Windows Phone 7 site, where it showcases all of the features of the upcoming mobile Operating System from Mic...

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