Google said it will be stopping support for the Android Jelly Bean. The company said the upcoming Google Play Services version is going to be the last that would be compatible with Jelly Bean. It is going to be the Google Play Services version 21.30.99 and is slated for release around August 2021. The Android Jelly Bean version was first released back in 2012 and comprised … [Read more...] about Many Apps are going to stop working on Android Jellybean
Jelly Bean
Android Found More Stable Than iOS
The latest finding by Crittercism, which takes stock of app usage on Android and iOS devices, is that Android has emerged as the more stable platform than iOS. However, it hasn’t been a cakewalk, as Android 2.3 Gingerbread has been notorious for unexpected app crashes, earning it the least stable Android version honor. Things have improved dramatically ever since the later … [Read more...] about Android Found More Stable Than iOS
New Report Shows Minor Growth For Android KitKat
Google has come up with an updated distribution list of the various Android versions that are being employed.  Not surprisingly, it is the preceding Android version – Jelly Bean that continues to hold the sway with about 62 percent adoption.  The latest iteration, KitKat,  can now be seen running on just 2.5 percent of devices, which marks about a slight improvement over the … [Read more...] about New Report Shows Minor Growth For Android KitKat
Acer Launches a Cheap $100 Tablet – Tab 7
Acer has gone to new lows so far pricing of its tablet is concerned. The company has just come out with the Tab 7 that costs just $100. This makes it even lower than the A1-830 and B1-720 from the Iconia series that the company had launched earlier for $130 and $149 respectively. The Tab 7 though packs in specs that could belie its ultra low pricing. Powered by a 1.5 Ghz … [Read more...] about Acer Launches a Cheap $100 Tablet – Tab 7
Neptune Pine is World’s Largest Smartwatch
We have seen smartwatches before but none this big. With a 2.4 inch display, the Neptune Pine is to smartwatches what the phablet is to regular tablet devices. It is twice the size of regular smartwatch devices that usually max out at 1.2 to 1.6 inches. However, the humongous proportions isn’t the only distinguishing factor of the Neptune Pine in that it is designed to operate … [Read more...] about Neptune Pine is World’s Largest Smartwatch
Acer Launches 2 Budget Android Tablets – Starting at $130
As if there weren’t already enough options in the Android budget tablet segment, Acer has just come out with a few more options – 2 to be precise – to entice buyers. Both the tablets form part of the Iconia model line-up and run Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean instead of the latest Android KitKat, which might be a small price to pay considering both are priced well within the … [Read more...] about Acer Launches 2 Budget Android Tablets – Starting at $130
HP Slate 7 Now Available in the US
The Slate 7, HP’s offering in the budget tablet segment, is now ready to be picked up for a comfortable $170. The tablet is all about mediocrity, which matches the selling price rather well, though the unit has moments of brilliance as well. Take, for instance, the Beats Audio software, which should allow for one of the best audible experience on a budget tablet. Together with … [Read more...] about HP Slate 7 Now Available in the US
Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Goes on Sale in the UK For £340
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 is now finally on sale in the UK, where the Wi-Fi only version has been priced at £339.99. A 4G compatible model will be launched soon, though those who are eager for the wi-fi only Note 8.0 need to head over to the Samsung Experience Store at the Westfield Stratford City shopping center located in central London. Samsung is also offering a few … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 Goes on Sale in the UK For £340
Ematic Genesis Prime Jelly Bean Tablet Costs Just $80
Out of super cheap Android tablets, this is one of the most competitive devices. The Ematic Genesis Prime is a proper 7 inch tablet running the latest Android Jelly Bean, but at a tantalizingly low price tag of just $80. Ematic is already known for its pocket friendly attributes and it has even managed to get the Ematic Prime certified from Google, which means one can tap into … [Read more...] about Ematic Genesis Prime Jelly Bean Tablet Costs Just $80
Hyundai T10 Tablet Under Development
Hyundai seems to be in for the long haul with tablets. Reports about the company's plans to launch a 10 inch tablet have been revealed. The Hyundai T10 will be a followup to the T7 that the company had launched a few weeks ago. Specs wise, the T10 can be considered to be quite attractive, what with the device featuring a 1.4 GHz Samsung Exynos 4412 quad core chip, Mali 400 … [Read more...] about Hyundai T10 Tablet Under Development
Sony Xperia Tablet S to Get Jelly Bean Update by May
Sony has announced it will be releasing the Jelly Bean update for its Xperia Tablet SÂ by early May. The tablet now runs Android 4.0 ICS. The update should also come as a welcome relief for early adopters of the tablet as it will also include a fix for the tablet's tendency to shut down on its own, something that can be attributed to a faulty memory management system. The … [Read more...] about Sony Xperia Tablet S to Get Jelly Bean Update by May
New Archos Titanium and GamePad Tablets Now on Sale in the US, Prices Start $169
Archos has made available its latest tablets in the US, which includes the GamePad, the Archos 80 Titanium, and the Archos 97 Titanium. The GamePad is the smallest of the lot with a 7 inch display and is designed for the niche segment of gaming. Towards that, the tablet has also been provided with the full gaming controls to allow for a rich gaming experience, while its behind … [Read more...] about New Archos Titanium and GamePad Tablets Now on Sale in the US, Prices Start $169
Rumor: Samsung to Launch Galaxy Tab 3 at IFA Berlin, Jelly Bean Update for Galaxy Tab 7.7 Delayed
The IFA event in Berlin is still some way off (starts on Sept 6), though that hasn't stopped the rumor mongers from spreading a few good stories around. The latest claim Samsung is all set to launch its Galaxy Tab 3 device at the European tech event. No specific details are available as yet, and it’s not clear if Samsung would launch both the 7 and 10.1 inch versions of Galaxy … [Read more...] about Rumor: Samsung to Launch Galaxy Tab 3 at IFA Berlin, Jelly Bean Update for Galaxy Tab 7.7 Delayed
HP Launches $169 Slate 7 at the MWC
The Slate 7 marks HP’s second coming at the mainstream tablet segment. Running Android 4.1 Jelly Bean (almost the stock Android version), the tablet has been priced incredibly low at just $169. HP is claiming it hasn’t resorted to price cutting measures to arrive at the low price point, but is all about delivering the maximum bang for every buck. Upfront lies a 7 inch 1024 x … [Read more...] about HP Launches $169 Slate 7 at the MWC