The Google Nexus line of smartphones had a very unique vision from the start. It was supposed to showcase the latest advances with the Android ecosystem and provide hardware that was on par, or better than anything else on the market. The main problem was the hardware, Google has always outsourced the design to 3rd party companies. This is all going to change, Google has … [Read more...] about Google Wants More Control Over Nexus Smartphones
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Google Leaves Us With Few Choices Following Nexus 7 Retirement
Google retired the Nexus 7 earlier this week, leaving many of us wondering what could be in store at the upcoming I/O conference in late May. Generally considered to be among the higher-end mobile device hardware options (don't be fooled by the number of sales, which will appear small by comparison to the likes of Samsung or Huawei), the Nexus lineup is overdue for a refresh … [Read more...] about Google Leaves Us With Few Choices Following Nexus 7 Retirement
Google Nexus 6 Set to to Rival iPhone 6, Galaxy Note 4
It is with great enthusiasm that Google released their next generation Nexus 6 smartphone yesterday. Being labelled the next in a line of phablets, the Nexus 6 is a very large mobile device that straddles the line between smartphone and tablets. Packed with features, the Nexus 6 promises to stand up proudly against the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and Apple's iPhone 6 Plus. Design … [Read more...] about Google Nexus 6 Set to to Rival iPhone 6, Galaxy Note 4
Virgin America Crew Members Recieve Nexus 7s
Virgin America is equipping their employees with Nexus 7 tablets, so now when you want to order food using their food button located on the in-flight entertainment system, the order will be relayed directly. Nicknamed the CrewPad, these tablets compliment the 9-inch entertainment systems already in place and displayed in front of travelers (featuring a number of programming … [Read more...] about Virgin America Crew Members Recieve Nexus 7s
Google Releases Edu Device Setup App For Syncing Nexus Tablets With Google Play for Education Program
Google has come up with a new app aimed at optimizing the use of tablets in classrooms in sync with its Google Play for Education program, introduced earlier in the month. The Google Edu Device Setup app is meant to be used exclusively by the administrators to help them make the most of the Nexus tablets in the classroom. Also, the app is compatible with the Google Education … [Read more...] about Google Releases Edu Device Setup App For Syncing Nexus Tablets With Google Play for Education Program
Ubuntu for Tablet PCs Is Here
A presence in the new age tablet computing scene was the last frontier for Ubuntu to make its presence felt, and that has now been accomplished. We have seen Ubuntu in operation on desktops, smartphones, and even TVs with tablet PCs being the latest addition to that club. This should come as a sweet piece of news for die-hard fans of the Linux based operating system, though … [Read more...] about Ubuntu for Tablet PCs Is Here
Top Tablet News – December 1st, 2012
Tablet PC shipment predicted to surpass that of desktop PCs in 2013 Tablet PC has always been predicted to surpass desktop PCs, and new data compiled by research firms, such as IDC and Gartner, indicates that will happen as early as 2013. IDC is expecting sales of about 166 million tablet devices in 2013, though Gartner is even more optimistic, claiming it could reach 192 … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – December 1st, 2012
Top Tablet News – November 28th, 2012
Google releases Android 4.2.1 update for Nexus devices There is a tiny tiny update that Google is pushing out right now. Christened Android 4.2.1, the update is just about a megabyte and does not bring about any new groundbreaking material. Rather, the update is aimed at rectifying the December bug issue so that those using the People App will now get to see the month of … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – November 28th, 2012
Huge Microscope Comparison: iPad 3, Mini, PaperWhite, Fire HD, Nexus 7, and Galaxy Tab Plus
My new microscope arrived and here's the shoot-out between the tablets. Clearly the Retina wins and then the Kindle Fire HD takes second place, followed by the Mini, Nexus 7, and Galaxy Tab 7 Plus, in that order.  The PaperWhite also has a very good showing and, to my eyes, comes in second after the iPad, but it's an apples to oranges comparison. Click on each picture for a … [Read more...] about Huge Microscope Comparison: iPad 3, Mini, PaperWhite, Fire HD, Nexus 7, and Galaxy Tab Plus
Google Ties the Knot with Warner Music Group
Google just launched its much awaited Nexus 4, 32 GB Nexus 7, and the Nexus 10 devices. However, hidden beneath these high profile launches is another piece of news that is perhaps just as important as the new wave of hardware introductions: Google's formal tie-up with Warner Music Group. The official catalog of the Warner Music Group will now be an intrinsic part of the Google … [Read more...] about Google Ties the Knot with Warner Music Group
Top Tablet News – October 30 2012
iPad Mini Sold Out It took 35 hours for the black and gray iPad Mini to reach the status that the white and silver version reached in just minutes. However, with the iPad Minis in both the color options already relegated to being ‘sold out’, shipping times have been pushed back to two weeks, which is also applicable for the Wi-Fi only version of the mini iPads. Apple had … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – October 30 2012
Top Tablet News – October 27, 2012
Nexus 7 3G might be coming, gets past FCC If rumors of a higher capacity Nexus 7 weren’t enough, we now have the 3G capable version joining the list. This device has already made it to the FCC and is slated for certification on Oct 29. The FCC filing revealed the tablet is listed as ME370TG, which in turn is strikingly similar to ME370T that refers to the Nexus 7, except the … [Read more...] about Top Tablet News – October 27, 2012
Google Nexus Tablet – Forthcoming Releases
The Nexus 7 has provided Google with just the kind of start that the online search giant had set out to achieve. With some solid sales figures to its credit (although exact figures are yet to be made public), it’s now time for Google to further consolidate its position in the tablet market, and it aims to do so with a slew of new launches. This comprises of a mixed bag that … [Read more...] about Google Nexus Tablet – Forthcoming Releases
Apple Wants Retailers to Stop Selling the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1
Apple has been aggressively pushing its case against Samsung in the courts and more recently against Google Nexus smartphone. However, adding a new dimension to the litigation battle is a directive issued by Apple that claims retailers who are engaged in selling devices such as the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 also fall in the ambit of the court ruling that stayed the sale of the said … [Read more...] about Apple Wants Retailers to Stop Selling the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1