Word on the street right now is that HTC might have put its 10 inch tablet plans on the back burner while expediting the 7 inch version. The latest rumor comes on the back of a recent revelation not too long ago of a HTC tablet with a rather unusual design and what looked like a 10 inch display. However, it now seems HTC is eyeing the segment now dominated by the Nexus 7 and is … [Read more...] about Rumor: HTC Readying a Nexus 7 Competitor
Android Jelly Bean
Android 4.0.4 Update for Galaxy Tab 10.1 Now Available from Rogers, Bell, and Telus
The long awaited update that would see the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 pushed up to the ranks of Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwitch from the current Android 2.3 in Canada is now finally here. Carriers Telus, Bell, and Rogers have been on the update for quite some time and are now reaching out to the consumers. So if you haven't received the official invitation just yet, you do it … [Read more...] about Android 4.0.4 Update for Galaxy Tab 10.1 Now Available from Rogers, Bell, and Telus
Karbonn SmartTab 1 Is the Cheapest Jelly Bean Tablet
If you thought the cheapest (and perhaps the only) tablet running Android Jelly Bean right now is the Google Nexus 7, you are in for a nice surprise! The cheapest Jelly Bean title belongs to SmartTab 1, which has now hit store shelves in India and comes pre-loaded with the latest Android version. What's more, all existing owners of the SmartTab 1 will be provided with the Jelly … [Read more...] about Karbonn SmartTab 1 Is the Cheapest Jelly Bean Tablet
Google Nexus 7 Already Shipping from GameStop
Those who have placed their orders for the Nexus 7 at GameStop can expect the good news anytime now. In fact, a lucky few has already got calls from GameStop saying their Nexus 7 devices are ready to be picked up.The Nexus 7 is the newest tablet in the scene and the only one that currently runs the latest Android Jelly Bean version 4.1.1. Specifications have already proved … [Read more...] about Google Nexus 7 Already Shipping from GameStop
Nexus 7 Updated to Android 4.1.1, Could Ship This Thursday
Neither the Android Jelly Bean version nor its launch pad device, the Nexus 7, have landed, though the OS has already been provided with a fresh dose of enhancement. The changes involved in Jelly Bean is 4.1.1 aren't earth shaking, but are rather a few tweaks here and there. Also, the reason for the upgrade is not very clear and can be attributed to either Google's enthusiasm … [Read more...] about Nexus 7 Updated to Android 4.1.1, Could Ship This Thursday
JellyBean Will Change Flavor Based on Different Tablet Sizes
While the tech world at large, and Android fans in particular, warmly received Android Jelly Bean, not many knew the OS had a few surprises in store. The latest and greatest Android version so far will have three distinct flavors, one each for the smartphone and two tablet devices of 7 and 10 inches.So as things stand right now, there is the Jelly Bean for smartphones with … [Read more...] about JellyBean Will Change Flavor Based on Different Tablet Sizes
Android Jelly Bean Statue Becomes Official
Building 44 lawns at the sprawling Google campus has a new member -- statute of Jelly Beans spilling over which means the same spilling over onto our tablets and smartphones could be just hours away. The lawn already plays host to elaborate statues depicting each version of the Google Android operating system. Also, interestingly, the unveiling happened just away ahead of … [Read more...] about Android Jelly Bean Statue Becomes Official
Google Nexus Tablet to Pose Tough Challenge to the Kindle Fire
The Amazon Kindle Fire isn't burning as bright as it was a few months back, as shown by the shipment figures that have taken a nose dive from a promising 4.8 million during Q4 2011 to a dismal 0.7 million in Q1 2012. The numbers clearly reveal it was nothing more than just a short term fad, though analysts are also quick to point out shipments do tend to slump during … [Read more...] about Google Nexus Tablet to Pose Tough Challenge to the Kindle Fire
Rumor: Google Nexus Tablet To Run Android Jelly Bean
Things seem to be picking up pace with the 7 inch Google tablet now that the Nexus 7 has been spotted in benchmark tests. Google is readying the device with Asus as the hardware partner. The test though does not paint a clear picture of the device that is slated for a release in June, possibly during Google I/O conference.That said, a few interesting facts has come to the … [Read more...] about Rumor: Google Nexus Tablet To Run Android Jelly Bean