Facebook for Android gets performance and bug fixes in minor update

If you're using the official Facebook application for Android, you'll want to head to Google Play and grab the latest version, as it's just been updated with "improved performance and various bug fixes." No word on exactly what these entail, but anything that brings a better, faster Facebooking experience on our phones has to be a good thing.

If you've noticed any changes in the latest version, be sure to drop by the comments and let us know. And if you've yet to install the official Facebook app, you can find it on Google Play over at this here Internet hyperlink.

Galaxy S III teased on the Facebook of Denmark of Samsung page

Now we ' ve heard a wealth of details about rumors, but not confirmed, that Samsung ' s is showing off the coast on 3 may in London. And today, that the plot thickens a little with the inauguration of a new image of teaser on an official Facebook page. The manufacturer ' s responsible for the image that you see above his Danish Facebook gallery, indicating the date and time (to the Denmark) of the event to launch new Galaxy Galaxy S III .

On the right is the outline of a curved, similar to the Galaxy Nexussmartphone unequivocal. The device profile is different of what we ' ve in the recent images of flight, which suggests these units may be material indeed Galaxy S III in the case of false generic, as it was reported. Any hints on what, if anything, this sign is any topic. But if you have wild theories, don't forget to shout in the comments.

He ' s coming, folks. And we ' ve no doubt the next two weeks will be packed with more than rumors and speculation (and perhaps a new leak or two), that we expect Samsung ' next big thing of s. keep the watch HQ for all later.

Source: Samsung Denmark Facebook

Facebook for Android updated to v1.9 with improved performance, new messaging features, and shortcuts

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AppId is over the quota

A freshly updated version of Facebook for Android has now landed in the Google Play Store and is ready for download. Getting bumped to v1.9, this release fixes some old bugs and introduces some new features to the app as a whole:

• Messenger and Camera - Shortcuts will now appear in your app tray after you update.
• Messaging Features - Taking from the standalone app, v1.9 now offers Mobile/online status, contact sorting by frequency, adding to group chat on the fly.

Keep in mind the new features are not standalone apps, they're now integrated right into Facebook. Not sure what exactly that means for the Facebook Messenger app itself, but integration with the main app is nice and makes sense. You can hit the break for the download link.

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Facebook Messenger updated, with updated visuals and better support for ICS

That other Facebook app, Facebook Messenger, just received an update that among other things is supposed to make it play better with Ice Cream Sandwich. 

The visuals have also been updated, and while not a major update, things do look crisper all round. They haven't totally bought into the ICS way of things though, as on the Galaxy Nexus for example, the menu button is still the 3 little dots next to the onscreen buttons. 

So what else do we get then? Faster ways to start conversations and group conversations -- faster than using the full bore Facebook app that's for sure. Hitting the + button brings up a list of your more recently contacted friends, and right at the top is the "new group conversation" button. 

Otherwise, we're treated to the usual smattering of bug fixes, and performance and battery life improvements. We've got the download links for you after the break.

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Friendcaster for Facebook updated with refreshed UI, themes and realtime notifications

For all you Facebook fans out there not overly pleased with Facebook for Android, Friendcaster for Facebook has always been a great alternative. The latest update pushes the release to v5.0 and brings some pretty nice changes along for the ride. Real-time notifications, new themes to choose from, a new check-in interface along with some Android 4.0 enhancements and memory improvements make it all a worthwhile update from OneLouder Apps. The update is available now in the Google Play Store where you'll also find the full change log. Jump on past the break for the download link.

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Facebook updated, presumably fixes something

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AppId is over the quota

Android's Facebook app got an update today. Presumably something has been fixed in Version 1.8.4. But just like the last update, there's no changelog to be found, and Facebook's Android page just redirects to the Android Market Google Play.

(Aside: Seriously, developers. Enough of that shit. If you update your app, you tell us what's new. And Google, perhaps apps that update without changelogs shouldn't get your "Editor's Choice" badge of honor.)

Anyhoo. We digress. Download links are after the break if you need 'em.

Thanks to everyone who sent this in.

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