Broadcom is planning to launch a new dual core processor for Android smartphones. BCM 2157, a low cost dual core ARM processor running 500 Mhz is already being shipped to a few ‘early access customers.” The first batch of Android phones running on the processor is expected to hit the markets by February next year. […]
Posted inAndroid Tablets, Android Updates
Nook Color getting official FroYo update and Android Market
We know there are enough hacks around to make the most out of your Nook Color, but what’s better than getting everything you hoped for – officially. Yes, that’s right. According to Smartphone Mag, Barnes & Noble is bringing official Android 2.2 update for the e-reader in January 2011. The update will bring a retooled […]
Posted inApplications
IBM Lotus Notes Traveler for Android app now available
IBM has launched its Android client for Lotus Notes Traveler. This push-based e-mail software gives access to e-mail, calendar and contacts on any Android version 2.x-based smartphone or tablet. Few things to note about the app: Your Notes Traveler server must be running 8.5.2 to support the Android devices. This has the nice bonus of supporting […]
Posted inAndroid Figures
After US, Asia driving Android phone sales
We know that United States has been the front runner in terms of Android phone sales in the recent past. But, the rapid recent growth in the number of phones carrying Google OS in Asian continent has been responsible for the jump in Android’s graph [Per day 300,000 activations milestone]. Andy Rubin during an interview […]
Posted inAndroid Updates, Phones, UK
Vodafone to release Android 2.2.1 update for HTC Magic
Vodafone UK today announced that the HTC Magic users will be able to download the Android 2.2.1 update on their smartphones from today. The update will be available Over the Air, and telecom operator suggests user to download it over Wi-Fi to avoid incurring significant data charges. According to Vodafone: Android 2.2.1 will give customers […]
Posted inAndroid Tablets, Manufacturers
Acer, Asus, Toshiba and Samsung coming with Tegra 2 powered tablets next year
NVidia Tegra 2 is silently beginning to become the choice of processor for tablet computers. According to a report in Digitimes, Acer, Asustek Computer, Toshiba and Samsung Electronics as well as several regional brand vendors in China, Germany and the UK, are all set to launch Tegra 2-based models. The reports went on to further […]
Posted inAustralia, Phones
Mobicity taking pre-orders for Nexus S in Australia
Australian online retailer Mobicity has started taking pre-orders for recently released Google Nexus S. Nexus S is only available in United States and United Kingdom right now. Nexus S is being sold for Aus $799, and retailer doesn’t expect to have stock until late-December at the earliest.
Posted inKorea, Phones
LG Optimus Chic to launch in South Korea next week
LG is finally bringing the Android 2.2 powered Optimus Chic to the market. It was launched way back in September with Optimus One. South Korea will be the first country to get Optimus Chic. LG Optimus Chic comes with a 3.2 inch HVGA screen, 4GB of internal memory (microSD support), Wi-Fi, USB 2.0, a 5MP […]