Google announced a number of things at the Google IO developer conference last week, which included Android TV, Android Wear, and Android Auto, the also announced Android One. Android One is a new Android reference platform that comes with a set of rules that smartphone and tablet manufacturers … [Read more...] about Google Looks To Gain Control Of Android With Android One In Emerging Markets
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Samsung Galaxy Core Mini 4G Announced In China
Samsung is launching a new Android smartphone in China, the Samsung Galaxy Core Mini 4G. The handset will be available with mobile carrier China Mobile. The Samsung Galaxy Core Mini 4G comes with a 4.3 inch LCD display that has a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels. While this resolution may seem modest … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Core Mini 4G Announced In China
HTC One M8 Android 4.4.4 Update Coming Next Month
Google recently released Android 4.4.4 Kit Kat, and now we have some information on when the update will be available for HTC devices. The HTC One M8 Android 4.4.4 update is expected to be released in July. As well as the Android 4.4.4 update, the HTC One M8 will also get an update version of HTC … [Read more...] about HTC One M8 Android 4.4.4 Update Coming Next Month
LG G Watch Now Shipping In The UK
The LG G Watch was launched last week, and has been available to pre-order from Google Play, although the device wont start shipping until the 4th of July. The guys over at Unlocked Mobiles just dropped us an email to let us know that they now have the LG G Watch in stock, and it is shipping out … [Read more...] about LG G Watch Now Shipping In The UK
Android Wear, Auto And TV Will Avoid Manufacturer Bloatware
The first Android Wear devices launched last week, the LG G Watch and the Samsung Gear Live, Google also announced Android Auto and Android TV. With Google's Android smartphone OS, many of the manufacturers add custom UI's and bloatware to their Android devices, this will not be happening with … [Read more...] about Android Wear, Auto And TV Will Avoid Manufacturer Bloatware
Less Than 25 Percent of Android Devices Work With Android Wear
Back at Google I/O, the search engine giant showcased the Android Wear which does look good, but is it compatible with a majority of Android devices out in the market? I don't think so. Google mentioned that any device running on Android 4.3 or higher will be compatible with Android Wear, but are … [Read more...] about Less Than 25 Percent of Android Devices Work With Android Wear
US Cellular Rolls Out Android 4.4.2 KitKat For Galaxy S4 Mini and Galaxy Mega 6.3
Not too long ago, Verizon rolled out the Android 4.4.2 KitKat update for its Galaxy S4 Mini, and it seems US Cellular is next in line to release the chocolaty update. Recently, US Cellular started rolling out Android 4.4.2 KitKat for two of its devices: Galaxy S4 Mini and Galaxy Mega 6.3. So, if … [Read more...] about US Cellular Rolls Out Android 4.4.2 KitKat For Galaxy S4 Mini and Galaxy Mega 6.3
Is Your Device Compatible With Android Wear?
Google I/O came with several important announcements, with Android Wear being one of the most important ones. Several OEMs announced their smartwatches powered by the new OS. Although, it should work absolutely fine with most of the Android devices out their with the latest OS, it's … [Read more...] about Is Your Device Compatible With Android Wear?
Google Maps Updated With Support for Android Wear Devices
Earlier this week, Google showcased the Android Wear, an operating system designed to work on smartwatches. It's not just the operating system, several OEMs also showcased their smartwatches powered by the new OS, including Samsung, LG and Motorola, with more expected to launch in the coming … [Read more...] about Google Maps Updated With Support for Android Wear Devices
Android 4.4 KitKat Rolling Out for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact
Earlier this year, Sony launched the miniature version of the Xperia Z1, but it's not something similar to other "mini" handsets available in the market. Sony Xperia Z1 Compact offered a similar set of specifications as the Xperia Z1 with just a few minor changes. Sony Xperia Z1 Compact launched … [Read more...] about Android 4.4 KitKat Rolling Out for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact
Amazon Appstore Offering A Bunch Of Free Android Apps This Weekend
Not too long ago, Amazon announced that the Amazon Appstore has surpassed 200,000 apps -- 240,000 to be exact. This is a pretty decent number, and should come as a good news for the proud owners of Amazon devices. Over the weekend, Amazon is offering 30 Android apps, worth $150, for free for its … [Read more...] about Amazon Appstore Offering A Bunch Of Free Android Apps This Weekend
Google Nexus Devices Are Here To Stay According To Google
We have been hearing rumors for some time that the Google Nexus devices which include smartphone and tablets are going to be replaced by Android Silver devices. And now Google's David Burke, who is head of Android Engineering at the Google Nexus program has confirmed that Nexus devices are here to … [Read more...] about Google Nexus Devices Are Here To Stay According To Google
