Android lead: Google I/O “going to be different” this year.
Don’t look for any big new hardware or major releases in Android at Google I/O this week, it’s likely not going to happen. Google’s Sundar Pinchai, speaking with Wired, tells us that Google I/O is “going to be different” this year. What can we expect …
Virgin Mobile throws a $79.99 Kyocera Event for the prepaid crowd
Virgin Mobile today announced the next Android smartphone to join its roster, kicking off the Kyocera Event. Priced at only $79.99, the no-contract handset, runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and features a 3.5-inch display, 3.2-megapixel camera, and 1GHz processor. Not a ton of power, …
Sprint debuts rugged, waterproof Kyocera Torque
Sprint today announced the next Android smartphone to offer 4G LTE service on the Now Network, introducing the rugged and waterproof Kyocera Torque. Pricing and exact availability is still unknown however the carrier expects it to show up in the “coming weeks”. Details for the …
5.7-inch ZTE P945 tipped for late Q1
ZTE will soon announce a 5.7-inch P945 smartphone, according to new details scooped up by Unwired View. Details for the handset reportedly include a 1.2GHz quad-core processor, a 720p resolution display, an 8-megapixel rear camera, front-facing 1-megapixel shooter, Dolby Digital Plus, and a 3000mAh battery. Said to …
HTC announces One SV for United Kingdom
HTC has grown its One family by one more device this morning, today announcing the One SV. Headed to the United Kingdom (EE) in the coming weeks, the handset runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and features a host of mid-range hardware. Details include a …
AT&T now offering $50 HTC One VX
Just a quick note to let you all know that AT&T has indeed started offering the HTC One VX as part of its smartphone lineup. The $50 Android features a 4.5-inch qHD display, a 1.2GHz dual-core processor, 8GB of internal memory, and a 5-megapixel camera. Running …
Fuhu introduces $99 nabi Jr. tablet for kids
The kid-friendly tablet is a great way to introduce Android into your education regiment.
E FUN debuts $129 Nextbook Premium 7SE-GP with Google Play access
For all the appeal that comes with a $100-$150 Android tablet, experienced users are often quick to point out the omissions and holes. One particular detail that often comes up is the lack of Google Play and the growing library of apps. E FUN is …
LG Optimus L9 review
Proof that budget-friendly devices do not have to be underpowered or come from lesser-known brands.
AT&T to offer Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 on November 9
AT&T today announced that they’ll be offering their version of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 on November 9. Priced at $499.99, the 10.1-inch tablet is part of a limited time promotion which could earn AT&T subscribers a $100 savings. If you happen to pick one …
Android 4.0+ inches forward in overall platform share
Android 4.0+ Ice Cream Sandwich and Android 4.1+ Jelly Bean have notched a few percentage points in the overall breakdown of the platform. Moving up ever so slightly, the two builds have grown month over month while others slowly diminish. Most of the movement comes …
Cricket adds $179 Desire C to Android portfolio
Cricket Wireless adds another Android smartphone to its smartphone portfolio today, introducing the Desire C. The HTC smartphone runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (with Sense) and should make for a more than adequate first handset for consumers getting a taste of the smarter side …
Verizon intros $99 Spectrum 2 for October 30
Verizon today announced their next Android smartphone, the LG Spectrum 2, will arrive in but one day’s time. Expected to hit Verizon’s website on October 30, the handset will run $99 with a two-year service agreement and after $50 mail-in rebate. The phone will show …
Sprint to offer $200 Optimus G on November 9
Sprint, coming just hours after AT&T and their Optimus G announcement, have come out with pricing and a launch date for the quad-core smartphone. Look for their version to arrive on November 9 with the same $199.99 price tag, with a two-year service agreement. The …
X Tablet review
What we liked: The stock Android 4.0 experience is always nice as it keeps us from too much bloatware or extra software touches that sometimes get in the way of seasoned users. The HDMI port, microSD expansion, dual cameras, and pair of mini USB ports …
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