Google announces new Google TV partners
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Soon after Marvell announced its partnership with Google for the use of ARMADA 1500 in Google TV devices, Google has officially detailed the list of new partners for TV solutions. According to a blog post, LG, Vizio, MediaTek, Marvell (already talked), Samsung and Sony (existing) will now be making hardware for Google TV. Most of the mentioned companies will be showcasing their products at next week’s Consumer Electronics Show.
Motorola launches Motoluxe, Defy Mini; coming this spring
Motorola has officially launched two new affordable Android smartphones MOTOLUXE and DEFY MINI today. These smartphones will be coming to Greater China, Europe and Latin America this spring.
Running on Android 2.3, these smartphones will feature Motoswitch UI and cater to the mass market Android consumers. Read the rest of this entry »
Qualcomm’s Tegra Zone competitor Snapdragon GameCommand to launch at CES
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Qualcomm has announced that Snapdragon GameCommand will be released in Android Market on January 10, which is the opening day of CES. Snapdragon GameCommand is Qualcomm’s version of NVIDIA’s Tegra Zone; it will allow Android users with devices powered by Snapdragon processor to discover and access the latest Snapdragon optimized games.
White Galaxy Nexus coming to UK on Feb 6 (update)
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If the product listings at two UK online retailers are to be believed the white version of Galaxy Nexus will reach UK shores on February 6. While the specifications remain the same, you will get the white-washed Galaxy Nexus for 498GBP at Clove and 509GBP at Mobilefun.
Acer Iconia Tab A200 coming to US on Jan 15, 8GB version at $330
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Acer US has announced the pricing and availability details of its recently launched budget Honeycomb tablet Iconia Tab A200. According to the company, A200 will go on sale starting January 15 for just $329.99 (8 GB).
Google TV switches to ARM with Marvell’s ARMADA 1500
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With the closure of Intel’s Digital Home Group, it was inevitable for Google to go ARM’s way for its Google TV solutions. Until now, all the Google TV devices were powered by Intel’s CE4100 platform and it had decent share of problems (high silicon cost, high power consumption etc.)that somewhat were responsible for the disaster named Google TV.
Android Related Events at CES 2012 – Schedule
Waiting to find out what is in store for Android lovers at Consumer Electronics Show 2012, which is schedule to start next week. Officially CES 2012 will run from Jan 10-13, but we are expecting to see some Android action right from January 8.
Here is a schedule of all events that might have some or the other announcement pertaining to Android. (Click to enlarge)
Motorola Xoom 3G price goes down to INR 22,500 in India
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Remember, we recently reported that Motorola has reduced the price of Xoom models in the Indian market. Well, it has been reduced even further, now online retailers like Flipkart and Letsbuy are selling the 3G version for INR 22,999 and INR 22,500 respectively. With this price-drop Xoom is certainly looking more enticing than ever.
MapmyIndia launches Android powered In-dash Car Navigation Systems
As announced earlier, MapmyIndia today unveiled its Android powered In-dash Car Navi-tainment Systems at AutoExpo. Company has stated that these will be priced competitively and will be available shortly in the market. These navi-systems can fit seamlessly into the dashboard of any car with a 2-din slot, while company will also be releasing some variants that are customized for specific car models. Read the rest of this entry »
Samsung Xcover rugged Android phone coming to UK next week
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Samsung Xcover is finally going to be available in UK. According to the product listing on various online retailers like Clove, Handtec, it will start shipping from January 9.
