Google has updated its Google Maps API, and added in a range of new features for developers to use the Google Maps API within their applications, and the API is now released as part of the Google Play SDK. You can see details of what is new in the Google Maps API below, which include vector based … [Read more...] about Google Updates Google Maps API
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Roland Hutchinson is the co-founder of Geeky Gadgets and a veteran technology journalist with over 18 years of experience covering the consumer electronics industry. Since 2007, he has published thousands of articles specializing in Apple, Android, and the rapidly evolving smartphone landscape.
Known for his "Hardware First" approach, Roland provides deep-dive analysis into mobile hardware architecture, software ecosystems, and the latest industry leaks. His expertise in tracking the development of global tech brands has been cited by major publications including Engadget, Gizmodo, Wired, and many more. When not analyzing the latest mobile innovations, he is hands-on testing the next generation of wearables and smart home technology.
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Android Jelly Bean Now On 6.7 Percent Of Devices
Google has released its latest Android distribution data, and the latest versions of Android, which include Android 4.1 and Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, are now on 6.7 percent of all Android devices. This has increased from 2.7 percent last month, showing a significant growth in the adoption of the newer … [Read more...] about Android Jelly Bean Now On 6.7 Percent Of Devices
Apple Launches iTunes Store In Russia, India, South Africa And More Countries
Yesterday we heard a rumor that Apple would be launching their iTunes Store in Russia, and it is now official. However, Apple has also launched the iTunes Store in many more countries alongside Russia. Apple has introduced their iTunes Store in a total of 56 new countries, which include Russia, … [Read more...] about Apple Launches iTunes Store In Russia, India, South Africa And More Countries
Galaxy Note II Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean Update Leaked
It looks like the Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update for the international Samsung Galaxy Note II LTE has been leaked, as the guys from have posted the leaked firmware online. The leaked ROM is for the international version of the device and not the 3G/HSPA version of the Samsung Galaxy Note II. … [Read more...] about Galaxy Note II Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean Update Leaked
OCDock Adds A Built In iPhone Dock To Your iMac
We have featured a number of different iPhone docks here at Geeky Gadgets, the latest one is a Kickstarter project and it is designed to integrate your iPhone with your iMac, the OCDock. The OCDock is made from high grade aluminum, and it is designed to integrate with the base of your iMac or Apple … [Read more...] about OCDock Adds A Built In iPhone Dock To Your iMac
Samsung Galaxy S III In Canada Gets Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Update
It looks like Samsung is continuing their roll out of the Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean update for the Samsung Galaxy S III, as a number of owners of the device in Canada have reported receiving the update. The update has been released as an OTA update on a number of the carriers in Canada and is also … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy S III In Canada Gets Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Update
Verizon’s Samsung Galaxy Note II Gets Rooted
The Samsung Galaxy Note II landed on Verizon Wireless last week, and now it would appear that the handset has already been rooted by the guys from the XDA Developers forum. The Samsung Galaxy Note comes with the latest version of Google’s Android OS, Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, and the handset features … [Read more...] about Verizon’s Samsung Galaxy Note II Gets Rooted
Sony To Reveal Android Jelly Bean Update Schedule Later This Month
It would appear that Sony may have some good news for owners of its Xperia Android smartphones before Christmas, as Sony will be announcing their Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update schedule around the middle of December. The news comes from Sony's official Twitter account, who posted the news in … [Read more...] about Sony To Reveal Android Jelly Bean Update Schedule Later This Month
Apple To Launch iTunes In Russia This Week (Rumor)
According to a recent report by TechCrunch, Apple is gearing up to launch their iTunes music service in Russia. The team at TechCrunch has obtained a copy of an email sent out by Apple PR in Russia, which provides some intriguing insights into the company's plans. The email is an invitation to a … [Read more...] about Apple To Launch iTunes In Russia This Week (Rumor)
Microsoft Says App Downloads And Developer Revenue Up 100 Percent Since WP8 Launch
Microsoft has announced on Twitter that since the release of their new Windows Phone 8 platform, the number of application downloads from their Windows Phone store has increased by 100 percent. Microsoft also announced that their developer revenue has also increased by 100 percent since the launch … [Read more...] about Microsoft Says App Downloads And Developer Revenue Up 100 Percent Since WP8 Launch
The Daily iPad Only News App To Be Shut Down
Some of our readers will remember The Daily, an iPad-only news app that was launched by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. Well, News Corp has decided to shut down The Daily, and the subscription-based application will close on the 15th of December. We heard in May 2011 that The Daily lost $10 million in … [Read more...] about The Daily iPad Only News App To Be Shut Down
iPhone 5 Launching South Korea December 7th
It looks like Apple is hoping to take on Samsung in their home country with the iPhone 5, as Apple has just announced that the iPhone 5 will go on sale in South Korea on the 7th of December. As well as South Korea, Apple is also launching the iPhone 5 in more countries the following week, which … [Read more...] about iPhone 5 Launching South Korea December 7th
