Samsung has announced another Android smartphone, the Samsung Transform Ultra, which is headed to US mobile carrier Sprint. This new device will come with Android 2.3 Gingerbread and features a slide-out QWERTY keyboard, making it an attractive option for users who prefer physical keyboards over … [Read more...] about Samsung Transform Ultra For Sprint Announced
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Samsung Galaxy Nexus Appears On O2 UK Site, Confirms November Launch
Samsung and Google's first Android Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone was announced recently. We know it will be available here in the UK SIM-free from November, and now it has appeared on UK mobile operator O2's website with a November launch date. Unfortunately, O2 hasn't released any details on … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy Nexus Appears On O2 UK Site, Confirms November Launch
Motorola RAZR Will Have Option For Unlocked Bootloader
It looks like the international version of the Motorola Droid RAZR, the Motorola RAZR, will have the option for an unlocked bootloader, whilst the US version will come with a locked bootloader. The guys over at AusDroid have been speaking with Motorola, and Motorola has confirmed that the … [Read more...] about Motorola RAZR Will Have Option For Unlocked Bootloader
HTC Talks More About Android Ice Cream Sandwich Updates
When Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich was announced last week, HTC seemed a little vague about their plans to upgrade existing devices to Ice Cream Sandwich, and they have now released some more information about their plans. It looks like HTC does intend to bring Android Ice Cream Sandwich to their … [Read more...] about HTC Talks More About Android Ice Cream Sandwich Updates
BlackBerry BBX Demo Shows Android Apps Running On PlayBook (Video)
Last week, RIM announced its latest software platform, called BBX. This new platform is designed to bring a unified experience across various BlackBerry devices, including smartphones and tablets. One of the most exciting features of BBX is its ability to run Android apps, which significantly … [Read more...] about BlackBerry BBX Demo Shows Android Apps Running On PlayBook (Video)
Microsoft Signs Another Android License Agreement
Microsoft has in the past signed a number of licensing deals with a range of hardware manufacturers relating to Google's Android OS, which include manufacturers of some of the most popular Android devices like Samsung and HTC. Microsoft has announced another licensing deal relating to Google's … [Read more...] about Microsoft Signs Another Android License Agreement
Verizon Officially Announces Samsung Galaxy Nexus
From last week's announcement of the new Samsung Galaxy Nexus and Android Ice Cream Sandwich, we heard that the handset was headed to Verizon in the US for an initial exclusive period, and now Verizon has confirmed that they will sell the Samsung Galaxy Nexus in the US. What is strange from the … [Read more...] about Verizon Officially Announces Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Android Ice Cream Sandwich In More Detail
Earlier this week, Google unveiled the latest version of its mobile OS, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, and Samsung unveiled the first Android Ice Cream Sandwich smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. We have already heard a fair bit about Android Ice Cream Sandwich, including some videos and … [Read more...] about Android Ice Cream Sandwich In More Detail
Google TV 2.0 More Details (Photos)
Google recently released the final version of Google TV 2.0 to developers, and now the guys over at Zatz Not Funny have been having an in-depth look at the latest version of Google TV, as well as its new range of features. The photos below give us a look at Google TV 2.0 which is running Android … [Read more...] about Google TV 2.0 More Details (Photos)
Google Android Movie Rental Service Arrives In The UK
Today, Google has launched their new Android movie rental service in the UK, allowing any resident within the UK to rent films from the Android Market. With prices starting from as little as £2.49, this service aims to provide an affordable and convenient way for users to enjoy a wide range of films … [Read more...] about Google Android Movie Rental Service Arrives In The UK
Ice Cream Sandwich Provides Android With Native Stylus Support
Google's latest build Ice Cream Sandwich, Android 4.0 now has native stylus support enabling developers to easily take advantage of pressure recognition, hover tracking and nib-tilt, together with differentiation between stylus and finger use, as well as providing support for styluses with up to … [Read more...] about Ice Cream Sandwich Provides Android With Native Stylus Support
Android Google Maps Update Brings NFC Support
Google has updated Google Maps ahead of the launch of Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, and the latest version of Google Maps now comes with support for NFC (Near Field Communications). According to the guys over at Phandroid, the update notes say that the only change in … [Read more...] about Android Google Maps Update Brings NFC Support
