Articles Tagged “Nexus”
Rumor: will Google celebrate Android’s 5th birthday with the “Nexus 5″… on November 5?
by Ankit Banerjee on May 24, 2012 4 Comments">4
The build-up to the Samsung Galaxy S3 release has shown all of us how crazy the rumor whirlwind can get. This has led me to treat all rumors and speculations with a healthy amount of caution and skepticism. There have been a lot of rumors about future Nexus devices, including the possibility of a low-cost but high-spec’ed Nexus tablet being in the works, in addition to the yearly flagship Nexus smartphone. Recently, there has been talk about Google planning to release up to five Nexus devices this year. Further adding to this speculation is a confirmation from a source that TalkAndroid …
The rise of the Phablet
by Ankit Banerjee on May 16, 2012 20 Comments">20
Starting from the brick-style cell phone of the late Eighties, the design of the mobile has progressed towards being smaller and more feature-rich. We saw the introduction of flip-phones, slider phones, and smaller candybar style devices. That is, until the smartphone burst onto the scene like a crazy man in a theater, which switched and reversed the trend rapidly: faster processors, larger batteries, more storage and high-res displays have changed the way we use our phones. This allows for easier internet browsing, e-mail, video calls, and HD music and videos. While ultra-thin has become the new craze, we’ve seen a …
With Galaxy S3 rumors over, let the next Nexus rumor party begin
by Lucian Armasu on May 16, 2012 7 Comments">7
For more than half a year, we’ve had more than enough Galaxy S3 rumors. Some of them were pretty crazy, like the 1080p screen, while others were predictable (the quad core Exynos 4412 chip). Samsung delivered some of the more predictable ones, while it failed to hit the target on others (Pentile screen), and also disappointed some people with the design and build quality. These have been some of the major flaws of all Galaxy S devices, and yet Sammy didn’t do much to address them. So with that in mind, you should always be at least a bit skeptical …
WSJ: Multiple Nexus devices coming this fall, from five manufacturers, Jelly Bean onboard
by Lucian Armasu on May 16, 2012 18 Comments">18
Traditionally in the Android development cycle, major versions have launched at the end of the year (exception being Gingerbread/Honeycomb). According to the Wall Street Journal, Android Jelly Bean should launch this year, “by Thanksgiving”. Will this be Android 5.0 or another version? That depends on Google’s plans for their I/O developer event happening in June. Andy Rubin’s team has two options: one, launch an Android 4.1 version with some improvements at I/O (and call it Jelly Bean), and then give a new name to Android 5.0. Two, use the event to showcase upcoming features of Android 5.0 Jelly Bean, and …
Are Google and Samsung working on an Exynos 5250-based device?
by Bams Sadewo on May 14, 2012 3 Comments">3
Now that we’ve (almost) closed the big book of rumors on the Samsung Galaxy S3, it’s time to play the guessing game on what device Google and Samsung are working on together! We know that it’s highly likely that Samsung will be Google’s choice for the next Nexus phone, which traditionally comes out at the end of the year. But the latest report from Sam Mobile might provide us a clue about something even bigger. The website reports that Adam Green, a known ROM developer (maker of Oxygen), has found some lines of code on Google’s Git Repository that seem to lift the curtain …
Digitimes: Google chose Samsung for the next Nexus phone, HTC finds consolation in Facebook’s arms
by Bams Sadewo on Apr 25, 2012 3 Comments">3
There’s a tradition in Google’s household to select one manufacturer to produce the Nexus smartphone every year or so. HTC was chosen to produce the first Google flagship smartphone, and the result was the Nexus One, released in January 2010. Samsung’s rise to the top made Google hand out the next two golden tickets to the South Korean company. Thus, we saw the birth of the Nexus S and Galaxy Nexus. The fourth Google Nexus phone is still hotly contested, but it appears that HTC is out of the game. According to Digitimes, it’s all but certain that HTC won’t …
HTC Negotiates with Google for Potential Jelly Bean Nexus
by Gene Briones on Feb 29, 2012 8 Comments">8
New reports have surfaced today regarding HTC’s efforts to woo Google into choosing them as the next OEM for the next generation Nexus smartphone. The upcoming Nexus-branded super-device could very well run Android 5 a.k.a. Jelly Bean. Jeff Gordon, HTC’s Global Online Communications Manager, said that since Google hasn’t chosen its Nexus partner for Jellybean, all original equipment manufacturers, including HTC, are keeping their collective fingers crossed. But what are HTC’s chances of sealing the deal? That’s a good point to consider. You can probably remember that HTC and Google have previously formed a close working relationship when the Taiwanese …
Nexus Tablet Roundup – What We Know So Far
by Bogdan Petrovan on Feb 25, 2012 7 Comments">7
For many Android enthusiasts, a purebred Android tablet is the stuff of dreams. Until now, Google’s Nexus program, which showcases Android in its purest form, included three amazing smartphones, with the latest flagship in the series being the Galaxy Nexus. However, when it comes to a tablet receiving the Nexus treatment, all we got was rumors. But there is hope. Pieces are starting to fall into place for the Nexus tablet. Last December, Google Chairman Eric Schmidt told an Italian newspaper that the Mountain View-based giant would market a tablet of the “highest quality” over the next six months. Boy, …
Verizon 4G LTE Speed Test Results (New York City)
by Matthew Sabatini on Dec 28, 2011 7 Comments">7
After a few years of development, tons of commercials, and a lot of patient waiting, 4G LTE is finally here, for Verizon customers at least. And although not everyone is seeing the “up to 10x faster speeds”, I assure you LTE has landed. During my trip to New York City over the weekend, I was sure that my Galaxy Nexus would be picking up LTE speeds. Using Ookla’s Speedtest.net application, I tested my data download and upload speeds numerous times. The results varied depending on my location, but no matter where I was, it was easy to see difference between …
Samsung Galaxy S2 HD LTE vs Samsung Galaxy Nexus: Technology for the Gods
by Darcy LaCouvee on Dec 03, 2011 83 Comments">83
Not everyone is buying the Galaxy Nexus’ hype, folks – and for good reason. Despite it being proclaimed by many a prominent blog as the best Android phone to date, and likely the best smartphone ever – the Galaxy Nexus has a contender that few realize. Created by none other than the same company that brought us the Galaxy Nexus, the original Galaxy S, and this years best selling Android phone, the Galaxy S2, Samsung appears to have created a true Galaxy Nexus killer in the form of the Samsung Galaxy S2 HD LTE. A seriously upgraded version of the …
Samsung Galaxy Nexus Hits FCC With Verizon LTE
by Matthew Sabatini on Nov 16, 2011 2 Comments">2
For just about a month now, Samsung and Google (as well as almost every wireless carrier), has kept us all on the edge of our seats about the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. After Google and Samsung released the final specifications of the device, they even threw in a rather vague release date. November they said, and now half the month has come and gone without a single “official” word.
Galaxy Nexus is Officially Headed to Virgin Mobile in Early December
by Matthew Sabatini on Nov 16, 2011 1 Comments">1
The new Galaxy Nexus™ will be available from Virgin Mobile when it arrives in Canada in early December. Plus, only Virgin Mobile Members can get this smartphone with a no-term contract on the Virgin Mobile SuperTab™. Whether it’s with talk and text plans or the hottest data plans, Galaxy Nexus™ can be hooked up to Virgin Mobile’s full range of plans – just pick the Virgin Mobile SuperTab™ amount and plan that’s perfect for you!
Is Bell About to Launch the Samsung Galaxy Nexus?
by Matthew Sabatini on Nov 16, 2011 2 Comments">2
Although Google and Samsung haven’t posted specific dates about the release of the Galaxy Nexus, worldwide carriers are beginning to come out with information. Mobile Syrup writes that they, “received an email from Bell, looks like the Galaxy Nexus is confirmed for an ‘early December’ availability.
Galaxy Nexus U.K. Price Slashed to £520 ($750)
by Matthew Sabatini on Nov 11, 2011 1 Comments">1
After the Galaxy Nexus showed up on Amazon UK for £550 (US$745) without any commitment or contract, we got a little excited. Despite the high price tag, this showed us that the Galaxy Nexus would be here soon enough. Although originally, the price tag was high and the shipping date was early, the tides have completely shifted and flip-flopped on us all for the worst. Or, is it for the better? To be exact, it’s a bittersweet update to the Galaxy Nexus release. On the good side, the price has been dropped all the way down to US$700 (£519.99). However, …
Android Holiday Gift Guide
by Brandon Sobotta on Nov 09, 2011 5 Comments">5
In the last 10 months, Android has made its way into every aspects of our lives, taking on many forms such as tablets, smartphones, TV, and more. The problem with so many options is it can be very difficult to find the right device for all those people on your shopping list, or at least the ones that deserve such a awesome gifts! Well, this Android Holiday Gift Guide is all you will need to buy the right gift for all those people in your life. Read on to find out the best Android gifts for the Holidays.
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