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Google just quietly announced the next version of Android, version 4.4 KitKat! Here’s a quick overview of some of the new features Google has in store for us. “OK Google” Users can now simply say the magic words “Ok Google” to initiate voice commands from the device’s home screen or from Google Now. This will…
Alongside the official announcement of the Nexus 5, the Google Nexus YouTube channel has launched the first video showcasing the new handset. As you’d expect, the new ad below showcases some of the Nexus 5’s best features, but the main focus clearly surrounds the camera and photo experience on the device. And what better place…
The Nexus 5 has officially been announced, and the handset now has a new line of cases for you to slap on it! Not only is Google offering up a newly designed bumper for the Nexus 5, but you’ll also have the option to grab a LG Quickcover for the device as well. The New…
Trick or treat! Google has given developers quite a treat today with the release of the new Google 4.0 SDK, which includes the Google Mobile Ads SDK, improvements to Google Wallet Instant Buy APIs, geofencing and Google+. The SDK also includes an Android 4.4 KitKat emulator that developers can utilize to begin optimizing their apps…
T-Mobile has just announced that it will be offering the upcoming Nexus 5 for a holiday season launch! Pricing and availability for the Nexus 5 have yet to be announced but you can bet that it will be on its way soon! T-Mobile now has a sign-up page for more information for the Nexus 5…
The Nexus 5 has officially been announced! The heavily leaked handset is now available to purchase directly from Google Play, starting at $349. Available in both black and white, and 16GB and 32GB options, this is the phone many have been waiting for. As previously mentioned, the 16GB Nexus 5 will run for $349 off-contract…
Pandora fans can rejoice as the popular music streaming service finally has support for Google’s Chromecast. Folks can now stream their music from their Android smartphone or tablet directly to their TV sets. This feature was also added with tablet support, which brought proper optimization to the UI experience on all Android slates. Owners of…
ZTE unveiled three new affordable smartphones – Blade Q Mini, Blade Q and Blade Q Maxi. All three devices run Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, while rocking 5-megapixel rear and VGA front cameras, HSPA+ connectivity, MediaTek’s 1.3GHz dual-core chip, 1GB of RAM and 4GB of expandable storage. When it comes to differences, the Blade Q Mini…
Verizon is preparing to launch the Ellipsis 7 tablet, EVleaks is reporting. The popular leak source “found” a press image of this device that will likely be offered to tablet buyers on a budget. Specs are unknown, but we’re guessing this thing doesn’t hide a top-notch hardware under the hood. We expect it rocks some…
Samsung is killing it with the new Galaxy Note 3, having managed to move 5 million units only a month after the phablet debuted on the world stage. That’s an impressive figure for an everything-but-affordable device that costs north of $700 in its unlocked, SIM-free form. Comparing it with earlier Notes, we see that an…