iPhone 5 dials up discount for regional carrier debut
A week after the iPhone 5 made its debut with the major carriers, Apple's new smartphone is going on sale tomorrow at regional wireless carriers -- with some offering a $50 discount.Regional carriers Cellcom, nTelos, Appalachian Wireless, C Spire, GCI, and Leap Wireless' Cricket Communications will join AT&T, Verizon Wireless, and Sprint tomorrow in selling Apple's new smartphone, PC Magazine reports. But in a bid to attract the undecided, Cellcom, nTelos, and Appalachian plan to cut $50 off the normal retail price, bringing carrier-subsidized purchase prices down to $149 for the 16GB version, $249 for the 32GB model, and $349 for the flagship 64GB model. "We've seen the anticipation for iPhone 5 grow and are excited to soon offer our customers this fantastic phone on our network," Cellcom CEO Pat Riordan said in a statement.For users more interested in an off-contract purchase, Cricket will offer the iPhone 5 at$499.99 -- a full $150 off the price AT&T charges.The iPhone 5 recorded 5 million units sold in its opening weekend, but it has since logged a handful of consumer complaints, including purple halos on photos, light leaks, static lines on the keyboard, and scuffs along the edge of the phone.This content is rated TV-MA, and is for viewers 18 years or older. Are you of age?YesNoSorry, you are not old enough to view this content.Play
Monday, March 23, 2015
iPhone 5 comes to Walmart's no-contract Straight Talk plan
iPhone 5 comes to Walmart's no-contract Straight Talk plan
Forget contracts, users can now snap up Apple's iPhone 5 at Walmart with Straight Talk Wireless. The major retailer announced today that it will be offering users a contract-free iPhone 5 or iPhone 4 for $45 a month starting on Friday."We believe customers shouldn't have to choose between saving money and having the latest technology," senior vice president of Entertainment for Walmart U.S. Seong Ohm said in a statement. "Now customers can have the coveted iPhone with unlimited talk, text and data without a contract." The iPhone 5 has been available at Walmart since the launch of the device in September, but it only came with a two-year contract.According to Walmart, the iPhone 5 and 4 will be available in more than 2,000 stores and at Walmart.com. The iPhone 5 will be 16GB and sold for $649 and the iPhone 4 will be 8GB and cost $449. Straight Talk is offering a $45 per month no contract unlimited talk, text, and data plan. Additionally, users can buy the smartphone over time with a financing offer of $25 per month.Besides Apple and major mobile carriers, other retail stores -- like Best Buy and Radio Shack -- also sell the smartphone. Apple began offering the unlocked iPhone 5 device in November, which lets users go the prepaid route rather than be tethered to certain plans or contracts.
Forget contracts, users can now snap up Apple's iPhone 5 at Walmart with Straight Talk Wireless. The major retailer announced today that it will be offering users a contract-free iPhone 5 or iPhone 4 for $45 a month starting on Friday."We believe customers shouldn't have to choose between saving money and having the latest technology," senior vice president of Entertainment for Walmart U.S. Seong Ohm said in a statement. "Now customers can have the coveted iPhone with unlimited talk, text and data without a contract." The iPhone 5 has been available at Walmart since the launch of the device in September, but it only came with a two-year contract.According to Walmart, the iPhone 5 and 4 will be available in more than 2,000 stores and at Walmart.com. The iPhone 5 will be 16GB and sold for $649 and the iPhone 4 will be 8GB and cost $449. Straight Talk is offering a $45 per month no contract unlimited talk, text, and data plan. Additionally, users can buy the smartphone over time with a financing offer of $25 per month.Besides Apple and major mobile carriers, other retail stores -- like Best Buy and Radio Shack -- also sell the smartphone. Apple began offering the unlocked iPhone 5 device in November, which lets users go the prepaid route rather than be tethered to certain plans or contracts.
iPhone 5 'already in production,' says Japan-based blog
iPhone 5 'already in production,' says Japan-based blog
Production of the next iPhone has already begun, a Japanese-language Apple blog claims.And to back up its claim, the Macotakara blog citeslistings for iPhone 5 cases on China's Alibaba.com. The blog goes on to say that the back of the new iPhone has both glass and aluminum."In the area where aluminum is not used, there is glass." (see image below). This contrasts with previous reports that claim the next iPhone will have an all-aluminum back like the iPad.Macotakara image showing back of iPhone 5.MacotakaraBy comparison, the iPhone 4S sports glass coverings on the front and back. The iPhone 5's most anticipated feature -- which has been widely reported -- is a larger 4-inch class Retina display with a 16:9 aspect ratio.Previous iPhones have had a 3.5-inch display with a 3:2 aspect ratio.Oh, if you're interested in preordering an iPhone 5, Chinese resellers on Taobao (a unit of Alibaba) are already accepting orders, according to Reuters. Good luck with that.Via [AppleInsider] Related storiesiPhone 5 rumor roundup
Production of the next iPhone has already begun, a Japanese-language Apple blog claims.And to back up its claim, the Macotakara blog citeslistings for iPhone 5 cases on China's Alibaba.com. The blog goes on to say that the back of the new iPhone has both glass and aluminum."In the area where aluminum is not used, there is glass." (see image below). This contrasts with previous reports that claim the next iPhone will have an all-aluminum back like the iPad.Macotakara image showing back of iPhone 5.MacotakaraBy comparison, the iPhone 4S sports glass coverings on the front and back. The iPhone 5's most anticipated feature -- which has been widely reported -- is a larger 4-inch class Retina display with a 16:9 aspect ratio.Previous iPhones have had a 3.5-inch display with a 3:2 aspect ratio.Oh, if you're interested in preordering an iPhone 5, Chinese resellers on Taobao (a unit of Alibaba) are already accepting orders, according to Reuters. Good luck with that.Via [AppleInsider] Related storiesiPhone 5 rumor roundup
iPhone 4S on sale for $149 at RadioShack
iPhone 4S on sale for $149 at RadioShack
iPhone buyers looking for a healthy discount on a new phone can find one at their local RadioShack store, the company tweeted this week.The retailer is selling the 16GB iPhone 4S for $149.99, the 32GB edition for $249.99, and the 8GB iPhone 4 for $49, all three a full $50 off the retail price.The promotion is in-store only, so customers can't score the lower price by ordering online. As expected, the sale price requires the usual two-year contract. Buyers can choose from among any of the three U.S. iPhone carriers: Verizon Wireless, AT&T, or Sprint.The Web page for a RadioShack store in Connecticut lists the sale as having started May 7 and ending May 31. However, an inside source says the sale will actually last until the end of June. Interested customers should call or visit their local RadioShack outlet for further details.Related storiesApple iPhone 4S ReviewTarget slashing price of iPhone 4S by $50Wal-Mart: iPhone 4S price remains the sameRadioShack is the second major retailer this week to put Apple's flagship phone up for sale.Earlier this week Target kicked off its own $50-off promotion on the iPhone 4S and the iPhone 4. Target's sale is slated to last until the end of June.Updated 8:15 a.m. PT with confrirmation from RadioShack that contracts with all three U.S. iPhone carriers are available.
iPhone buyers looking for a healthy discount on a new phone can find one at their local RadioShack store, the company tweeted this week.The retailer is selling the 16GB iPhone 4S for $149.99, the 32GB edition for $249.99, and the 8GB iPhone 4 for $49, all three a full $50 off the retail price.The promotion is in-store only, so customers can't score the lower price by ordering online. As expected, the sale price requires the usual two-year contract. Buyers can choose from among any of the three U.S. iPhone carriers: Verizon Wireless, AT&T, or Sprint.The Web page for a RadioShack store in Connecticut lists the sale as having started May 7 and ending May 31. However, an inside source says the sale will actually last until the end of June. Interested customers should call or visit their local RadioShack outlet for further details.Related storiesApple iPhone 4S ReviewTarget slashing price of iPhone 4S by $50Wal-Mart: iPhone 4S price remains the sameRadioShack is the second major retailer this week to put Apple's flagship phone up for sale.Earlier this week Target kicked off its own $50-off promotion on the iPhone 4S and the iPhone 4. Target's sale is slated to last until the end of June.Updated 8:15 a.m. PT with confrirmation from RadioShack that contracts with all three U.S. iPhone carriers are available.
iPhone 4S makes its way to China
iPhone 4S makes its way to China
Apple said today that its iPhone 4S will hit stores in China and 21 other countries on January 13, marking the expanded availability of the blockbuster smartphone. The additional countries come at a time when Apple is trying to hang on to its leadership position in the smartphone world even as the Android operating system has long surpassed it in market share. The iPhone 4S remains the single most popular phone, although scores of Android phones have proven to be worthy rivals. The iPhone 4S will be key to Apple's fiscal first-quarter results, which come out on January 24. The company missed iPhone expectations in the last period as consumers held off on buying an iPhone until the new model came out.Apple said in October that it sold 4 million iPhone units in the first three days after the launch of the 4S, which should help with its financial performance. In addition to China, Apple will expand into numerous smaller countries, including Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bolivia, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, China, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Grenada, Guam, Guinea Conakry, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritius, Niger, Senegal, St. Vincent and The Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos, and Uganda.
Apple said today that its iPhone 4S will hit stores in China and 21 other countries on January 13, marking the expanded availability of the blockbuster smartphone. The additional countries come at a time when Apple is trying to hang on to its leadership position in the smartphone world even as the Android operating system has long surpassed it in market share. The iPhone 4S remains the single most popular phone, although scores of Android phones have proven to be worthy rivals. The iPhone 4S will be key to Apple's fiscal first-quarter results, which come out on January 24. The company missed iPhone expectations in the last period as consumers held off on buying an iPhone until the new model came out.Apple said in October that it sold 4 million iPhone units in the first three days after the launch of the 4S, which should help with its financial performance. In addition to China, Apple will expand into numerous smaller countries, including Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bolivia, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, China, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Grenada, Guam, Guinea Conakry, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritius, Niger, Senegal, St. Vincent and The Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos, and Uganda.
iPhone 4S hitting 15 more countries on November 11
iPhone 4S hitting 15 more countries on November 11
The iPhone 4S will soon be traveling further 'round the world.Apple said today that its newest iPhone will be available in 15 additional countries starting Friday, November 11. Consumers waiting for the new phone will be able to buy one in Albania, Armenia, Bulgaria, El Salvador, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Malta, Montenegro, New Zealand, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Romania, and South Korea.Preorders in most of those countries will kick off this Friday. But Apple noted that preorders would not be an option in Albania, El Salvador, Guatemala, Malta, Montenegro, or Panama.Launched on October 14, the iPhone 4S is currently selling across 29 countries and will be available in a total of 70 countries by the end of the year. In its opening weekend, Apple witnessed sales of 4 million units.Related stories:• ZDNet: Will Apple's Siri drive iPhone 4S sales abroad?• Apple iPhone 4S (photos)• iPhone 4S vs. the competitionAvailable in black or white, the iPhone 4S sells in the U.S. for $199 for the 16GB model, $299 for the 32GB model, and $399 for the new 64GB model with a two-year contract. The new phone is also the first iPhone to be available from three major U.S. carriers--AT&T, Verizon Wireless, and Sprint.
The iPhone 4S will soon be traveling further 'round the world.Apple said today that its newest iPhone will be available in 15 additional countries starting Friday, November 11. Consumers waiting for the new phone will be able to buy one in Albania, Armenia, Bulgaria, El Salvador, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Malta, Montenegro, New Zealand, Panama, Poland, Portugal, Romania, and South Korea.Preorders in most of those countries will kick off this Friday. But Apple noted that preorders would not be an option in Albania, El Salvador, Guatemala, Malta, Montenegro, or Panama.Launched on October 14, the iPhone 4S is currently selling across 29 countries and will be available in a total of 70 countries by the end of the year. In its opening weekend, Apple witnessed sales of 4 million units.Related stories:• ZDNet: Will Apple's Siri drive iPhone 4S sales abroad?• Apple iPhone 4S (photos)• iPhone 4S vs. the competitionAvailable in black or white, the iPhone 4S sells in the U.S. for $199 for the 16GB model, $299 for the 32GB model, and $399 for the new 64GB model with a two-year contract. The new phone is also the first iPhone to be available from three major U.S. carriers--AT&T, Verizon Wireless, and Sprint.
Shazam on iPhone could change music discovery
Shazam on iPhone could change music discovery
The concept behind Shazam is simple: whenever you hear a song playing and can't identify it--on the car radio, at a friend's house, at a bar--you activate the Shazam application on your mobile phone. It "listens" to the song for about 30 seconds, then sends a text message to your phone identifying the artist and title. Shazam's database contains audio fingerprints for nearly 5 million songs, so there's a pretty good chance of a positive ID. However, closing the loop with an actual purchase was hard--you had to tag the song, then consult a Web site to see your tagged item, then go to another service (such as iTunes) to buy it.The version of Shazam for the iPhone 2.0 fixes this problem: once you've tagged a song in Shazam, you can launch iTunes directly from that tagged song and buy the song immediately. That's assuming you have a Wi-Fi connection to the Internet--iTunes doesn't let you download music over a 3G data connection yet. (This is weak, but it's not Shazam's fault. Once Apple, AT&T, and the music companies work out all the business details to allow 3G downloads, Shazam could become even more useful. )Downloading Shazam from the Apple App Store is free for the time being. No charges are mentioned in the terms as far as I can see, but the company reserves the right to begin charging for its service later (after notifying users). Using Shazam from other phones generally costs half a U.K. pound (about $1) per identification, or 2 pounds (about $4) per month for unlimited usage, so a similar fee structure could apply to the iPhone version as well. Follow Matt on Twitter
The concept behind Shazam is simple: whenever you hear a song playing and can't identify it--on the car radio, at a friend's house, at a bar--you activate the Shazam application on your mobile phone. It "listens" to the song for about 30 seconds, then sends a text message to your phone identifying the artist and title. Shazam's database contains audio fingerprints for nearly 5 million songs, so there's a pretty good chance of a positive ID. However, closing the loop with an actual purchase was hard--you had to tag the song, then consult a Web site to see your tagged item, then go to another service (such as iTunes) to buy it.The version of Shazam for the iPhone 2.0 fixes this problem: once you've tagged a song in Shazam, you can launch iTunes directly from that tagged song and buy the song immediately. That's assuming you have a Wi-Fi connection to the Internet--iTunes doesn't let you download music over a 3G data connection yet. (This is weak, but it's not Shazam's fault. Once Apple, AT&T, and the music companies work out all the business details to allow 3G downloads, Shazam could become even more useful. )Downloading Shazam from the Apple App Store is free for the time being. No charges are mentioned in the terms as far as I can see, but the company reserves the right to begin charging for its service later (after notifying users). Using Shazam from other phones generally costs half a U.K. pound (about $1) per identification, or 2 pounds (about $4) per month for unlimited usage, so a similar fee structure could apply to the iPhone version as well. Follow Matt on Twitter
Report- Apple music, TV event set for Sept. 7
Report: Apple music, TV event set for Sept. 7
We're hearing a lot about what might be announced by Apple at its now-annual September music event--but when will it be held?On Tuesday, in a story about forthcoming 99-cent TV show rentals on iTunes, Bloomberg reported that Apple would hold an event September 7."Apple plans to hold a San Francisco event September 7, two weeks ahead of the start of the new prime-time TV season," according to the report, "to unveil the service and a refreshed line of entertainment products." That's the same week Apple usually holds the event, but there's always a question about when, exactly, the event--usually focused on iPods and iTunes--will take place. Apple typically sends out invitations to the press conference about a week ahead of time. Earlier this month, AllThingsD reported that it might take place closer to mid-September.Apple isn't offering any clues as to the exact date though. An Apple representative said Tuesday, "We don't comment on rumors and speculation."Besides new pricing for some iTunes content, Apple is also expected to unveil a $99 reworked version of Apple TV, new iPods, including an iPod Touch with "retina" display and front-facing camera, and FaceTime calling.
We're hearing a lot about what might be announced by Apple at its now-annual September music event--but when will it be held?On Tuesday, in a story about forthcoming 99-cent TV show rentals on iTunes, Bloomberg reported that Apple would hold an event September 7."Apple plans to hold a San Francisco event September 7, two weeks ahead of the start of the new prime-time TV season," according to the report, "to unveil the service and a refreshed line of entertainment products." That's the same week Apple usually holds the event, but there's always a question about when, exactly, the event--usually focused on iPods and iTunes--will take place. Apple typically sends out invitations to the press conference about a week ahead of time. Earlier this month, AllThingsD reported that it might take place closer to mid-September.Apple isn't offering any clues as to the exact date though. An Apple representative said Tuesday, "We don't comment on rumors and speculation."Besides new pricing for some iTunes content, Apple is also expected to unveil a $99 reworked version of Apple TV, new iPods, including an iPod Touch with "retina" display and front-facing camera, and FaceTime calling.
Nokia's music plan- Truly unlimited downloads-
Nokia's music plan: Truly unlimited downloads?
It's worth noting that the only major label on board to begin with is Universal, a company not known for its support of DRM-free music. True, it provides AmazonMP3 with a DRM-free selection, but it's a far cry from EMI offering its entire catalog in DRM-free form. So we assume this music will be DRM'd to hell. There's no mention of prices or subscription costs either, or any mention of a fair-use policy--a term companies like to use when offering "unlimited" packages.The Comes With Music deal will come with a new phone--possibly a whole new handset, possibly the N81--that'll be launched in the middle of next year, according to Nokia. Also, "unlimited" really does mean unlimited--you can download every song possible in one year if you want, either via your phone network, over Wi-Fi or via the Web on your PC. Seriously.Downloads will be in protected WMA format, but a bit rate hasn't been disclosed, so we're still in the dark there. There's also, apparently, no massive fee for the service--it's simply something that will come with this new handset and there's nothing extra to pay for the year.Now, Universal signing up to this unlimited deal is one thing. But if the other three majors get on board too this could truly be the best mobile, hell, best PC-based subscription service ever--the songs are yours to keep. Permanently. Forever.(Source: Crave UK)
It's worth noting that the only major label on board to begin with is Universal, a company not known for its support of DRM-free music. True, it provides AmazonMP3 with a DRM-free selection, but it's a far cry from EMI offering its entire catalog in DRM-free form. So we assume this music will be DRM'd to hell. There's no mention of prices or subscription costs either, or any mention of a fair-use policy--a term companies like to use when offering "unlimited" packages.The Comes With Music deal will come with a new phone--possibly a whole new handset, possibly the N81--that'll be launched in the middle of next year, according to Nokia. Also, "unlimited" really does mean unlimited--you can download every song possible in one year if you want, either via your phone network, over Wi-Fi or via the Web on your PC. Seriously.Downloads will be in protected WMA format, but a bit rate hasn't been disclosed, so we're still in the dark there. There's also, apparently, no massive fee for the service--it's simply something that will come with this new handset and there's nothing extra to pay for the year.Now, Universal signing up to this unlimited deal is one thing. But if the other three majors get on board too this could truly be the best mobile, hell, best PC-based subscription service ever--the songs are yours to keep. Permanently. Forever.(Source: Crave UK)
Ken Burns documentary to debut on iPhone, iPad
Ken Burns documentary to debut on iPhone, iPad
PBS is debuting the first episode of a new Ken Burns documentary on its iPhone and iPad apps ahead of the actual launch of the series on TV."Prohibition," a documentary about the country's move to outlaw alcohol in the 1920s, will premiere tomorrow on the PBS app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. The free app offers streaming access to both previews and full episodes of notable PBS shows, as well as a schedule guide.Created by filmmakers Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, "Prohibition" will then segue to TV screens, with the first episode debuting on Sunday, October 2, followed by episodes two and three on Monday and Tuesday. The second and third episodes will be available on the PBS iOS app the day after they appear on TV and will remain there until Friday, October 7.In addition, the episodes will be streamed live on video.pbs.org at the same time they're shown on TV and then also be available for purchase via iTunes."PBS' strategy of debuting high-profile shows on the iPad and iPhone before television broadcast has been enormously popular with users," Jason Seiken, PBS' senior vice president for interactive, product development & innovation, said in a statement. "Users of our apps watched more than 52 million video streams last month. The early premiere of the first episode of Ken Burns's and Lynn Novick's much anticipated 'Prohibition' is part of our ongoing mission to provide all Americans with content where and when they want it."A 30-minute preview of "Prohibition" and a Q&A session with its two creators can currently be found on the PBS app in anticipation of tomorrow's release of the first episode.
PBS is debuting the first episode of a new Ken Burns documentary on its iPhone and iPad apps ahead of the actual launch of the series on TV."Prohibition," a documentary about the country's move to outlaw alcohol in the 1920s, will premiere tomorrow on the PBS app for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. The free app offers streaming access to both previews and full episodes of notable PBS shows, as well as a schedule guide.Created by filmmakers Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, "Prohibition" will then segue to TV screens, with the first episode debuting on Sunday, October 2, followed by episodes two and three on Monday and Tuesday. The second and third episodes will be available on the PBS iOS app the day after they appear on TV and will remain there until Friday, October 7.In addition, the episodes will be streamed live on video.pbs.org at the same time they're shown on TV and then also be available for purchase via iTunes."PBS' strategy of debuting high-profile shows on the iPad and iPhone before television broadcast has been enormously popular with users," Jason Seiken, PBS' senior vice president for interactive, product development & innovation, said in a statement. "Users of our apps watched more than 52 million video streams last month. The early premiere of the first episode of Ken Burns's and Lynn Novick's much anticipated 'Prohibition' is part of our ongoing mission to provide all Americans with content where and when they want it."A 30-minute preview of "Prohibition" and a Q&A session with its two creators can currently be found on the PBS app in anticipation of tomorrow's release of the first episode.
iPhone 3GS jailbreak, 'purplera1n,' hits Web
iPhone 3GS jailbreak, 'purplera1n,' hits Web
George Hotz, who you may recall as the teenage hacker who originally unlocked the iPhone, has let loose a jailbreaking app for the iPhone 3GS code-named purplera1n.It enables the installation of third-party software not approved for Apple's App Store.For now, purplera1n is Windows-only (but not Windows 7) and requires the latest iTunes installed, as well as an iPhone 3GS with the 3.0 firmware. In a Friday blog post titled "I make it ra1n," Hotz says a Mac version is "coming shortly." Hotz notes that he normally doesn't make tools for the general public and would rather wait for the iPhone dev team to do that."But guys, what's up with waiting until 3.1? That isn't how the game is played," he chides on his blog. "We release, Apple fixes, we find new holes. It isn't worth waiting because you might have the 'last' hole in the iPhone. What last hole...this isn't golf. I'll find a new one next week.John Biggs over at CrunchGear is among those who have already given purplera1n a go and declares the jailbreaking process "amazingly simple." Why do we get the sense jailbreaking is going to be part of a whole lot of Fourth of July agendas? But take note: Hotz does caution that purplera1n is in beta and suggests backing up your data before running the app.
George Hotz, who you may recall as the teenage hacker who originally unlocked the iPhone, has let loose a jailbreaking app for the iPhone 3GS code-named purplera1n.It enables the installation of third-party software not approved for Apple's App Store.For now, purplera1n is Windows-only (but not Windows 7) and requires the latest iTunes installed, as well as an iPhone 3GS with the 3.0 firmware. In a Friday blog post titled "I make it ra1n," Hotz says a Mac version is "coming shortly." Hotz notes that he normally doesn't make tools for the general public and would rather wait for the iPhone dev team to do that."But guys, what's up with waiting until 3.1? That isn't how the game is played," he chides on his blog. "We release, Apple fixes, we find new holes. It isn't worth waiting because you might have the 'last' hole in the iPhone. What last hole...this isn't golf. I'll find a new one next week.John Biggs over at CrunchGear is among those who have already given purplera1n a go and declares the jailbreaking process "amazingly simple." Why do we get the sense jailbreaking is going to be part of a whole lot of Fourth of July agendas? But take note: Hotz does caution that purplera1n is in beta and suggests backing up your data before running the app.
How to sync iTunes with Android
How to sync iTunes with Android
Step 2: Connect your Android device to your computer via USB. Enable USB file storage by dragging the notification shade and pressing the appropriate option (what you see is dependent on your Android device).Screenshot by Nicole CozmaStep 3: Open the Start menu and enter DoubleTwist into the search box. Run the program that appears in the list above.Screenshot by Nicole CozmaStep 4: Your Android device should appear under the devices heading in the left pane. Click on your device to select it.Screenshot by Nicole CozmaStep 5a: A bar will be displayed in the pane to the right showing how much free space is available on your Android device. Check boxes above this bar can be toggled to enable/disable automatic syncing of files.Screenshot by Nicole CozmaStep 5b: Alternatively, you can transfer individual tracks/albums by selecting them from the Library and dragging them over your Android device in the left pane of the DoubleTwist.This feature is covered within the free version of the DoubleTwist service. A premium version, called AirSync, is available for purchase within the Android app for $4.99. Should you opt for this upgrade, you will be able to set up automatic syncing via Wi-Fi, shaving a few steps off the process.Related story: How to transfer music from an iPod to your computer
Step 2: Connect your Android device to your computer via USB. Enable USB file storage by dragging the notification shade and pressing the appropriate option (what you see is dependent on your Android device).Screenshot by Nicole CozmaStep 3: Open the Start menu and enter DoubleTwist into the search box. Run the program that appears in the list above.Screenshot by Nicole CozmaStep 4: Your Android device should appear under the devices heading in the left pane. Click on your device to select it.Screenshot by Nicole CozmaStep 5a: A bar will be displayed in the pane to the right showing how much free space is available on your Android device. Check boxes above this bar can be toggled to enable/disable automatic syncing of files.Screenshot by Nicole CozmaStep 5b: Alternatively, you can transfer individual tracks/albums by selecting them from the Library and dragging them over your Android device in the left pane of the DoubleTwist.This feature is covered within the free version of the DoubleTwist service. A premium version, called AirSync, is available for purchase within the Android app for $4.99. Should you opt for this upgrade, you will be able to set up automatic syncing via Wi-Fi, shaving a few steps off the process.Related story: How to transfer music from an iPod to your computer
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