When it's released April 12, Facebook Home will only be initially available for the Samsung's Galaxy S3, S4 and Note 2, and HTC's One and One X. A leaked pre-release version of the Facebook-centric custom overlay for Android devices has already made its way online. Technology blog and forum MoDaCo.com said the beta app was compatible with a wider range of devices, including Google's Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 devices. While initially working when installed, latest reports confirmed that Facebook has cut off the leaked apps' access to its servers.
What Else You Need To Know
- The beta app didn't require rooting and has maximum supported resolution of 1280 x 768, although Facebook's new "chat heads" feature wasn't working.
- Facebook said it will update its Android app launcher every month to include more handsets, and CEO Mark Zuckerberg said that a tablet version will come in "several months."
Other sources
If you're a little wary and would rather wait until launch day to install Facebook Home, you'll be able to download it from Google Play.- Claire Hopping, Know Your Mobile
- Other
- Facebook Home beta apps leak, can be installed on Nexus 4
- Geek.com
- Leaked Facebook Home can be installed on the Nexus 4
- Venture Beat
- Early Facebook Home app leaks out — works on Nexus 4, Nexus 7
- LaptopMag
- Facebook Home Beta Apps Reportedly Leak, Hint at Nexus 4 and Nexus 7 Availability
- Know Your Mobile
- Nexus 7 Facebook Home beta build leaks
- Know Your Mobile
- Facebook Home beta on Nexus 7 pictures