Motorola Mobility is being sued by a patent holding company that is partially funded by Google. This lawsuit is one of the many innovation-stifling mobile patent disputes currently engulfing the smartphone industry. Continue reading “Motorola sued by Google-funded patent firm”
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Blackberry Messenger for Android revealed in leaked shots
With RIM’s Blackberry Developer Conference just around the corner , rumors suggest that the company has been taking a serious look at the Android platform as well. If the leaked image is to be believed then the long rumored BlackBerry Messenger app for Android should be making its debut at the event.
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Google Docs updated for Android based tablets
Google just unveiled a series of updates which will make Google Docs much more usable on their Android based tablets. The entirely new design has been customized to ensure optimum usage of large screen space.
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Google Nexus One receives Android 2.3.6 OTA [Instructions to manually update]
Google Nexus One which is also known as the grand father of Android phones and Google’s first Nexus device get’s updated to Android 2.3.6. Last update which Nexus officially received was of Android 2.3.4, now Google has decided to skip 2.3.5 and jump directly to 2.3.6. Well I have not updated my Nexus One yet as it is on CyanogenMod and I am sure they will be including Android 2.3.6 in their next nightly. The update does not have anything in particular except dome bug fixes. Follow the instructions below to manually update if you haven’t received the update yet.
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Google+ for Android v1.0.7 update brings Hangout and lots of new features
Google+ for Android has got a major update to version 1.0.7, that brings the Hangout to the Android phones (Android 2.3+ and front-facing camera) that lets you join a hangout on the Google+ stream. Huddle is now renamed as Messenger. This also brings move to SD card support and lots of improvements. Continue reading “Google+ for Android v1.0.7 update brings Hangout and lots of new features”
Google Wallet launched on Sprint’s Nexus S 4G in USA
Google has launched their Google Wallet on the Sprint’s Nexus 4G in USA. This would let the Sprint Nexus 4G users make purchases with a simple tap using NFC (Near Field Communication) on their phone. The Google Wallet app would be available through an over-the-air update for Sprint’s Nexus 4G devices. Google announced the Google Wallet in May, and they have been testing it since then. Continue reading “Google Wallet launched on Sprint’s Nexus S 4G in USA”
Android ICS successor to be called Jelly Bean ?
If ThisIsMyNext ‘s sources are to be believed then the next major version of Android after Ice Cream Sandwich could be called Jelly Bean. The site reports that some of the major changes planned out for Ice Cream Sandwich have been held off to speed up delivery of the update.
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Samsung Droid Prime to bring some Ice Cream Sandwich love to Verizon exclusively
BGR has been reporting about the Nexus Prime from quite some time now, they were the first to inform us that Samsung will be manufacturing this device, now their source has confirmed that Verizon will be bringing out a phone called Droid Prime from Samsung, which will be the first exclusively launched Ice scream Sandwich phone (Android 4.0) for Verizon Wireless.
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Did Samsung Nexus Prime just get Wi-Fi certification?
A device with the model number Samsung GT-I9250 just passed through Wi-Fi certification today, and as reported by droid-life it could have been the Samsung Nexus Prime receiving a certification. There is not much detail about the device other than the model number, but now we are sure that there exists a secret device inside Samsung’s base camp.
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Mobiado blings out the Nexus S
We all love Google’s Nexus line of devices due to them running the cleanest version of Android and getting OS updates the fastest. Last year’s Nexus S , manufactured by Samsung , remains one of the most popular Android phones but its plasticky build is really not appreciated. However if you have rather deep wallets , it should now be possible for you to get a spanking new aircraft grade aluminum version anodized in a choice of 6 colors.
GSMA announces MWC 2012 Keynote Speakers and Exhibitors
The GSMA which runs on the annual Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona has just announced the list of keynote speakers for the 2012 edition . The event will take place in Barcelona, Spain from Feb 27 2012 – Mar 1 2012.FoneArena will be reporting from the show floor.
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First Ice-Cream Sandwich phones to appear in October ?
BGR reports that Google might be bringing out the first Ice Cream Sandwich based phones a bit earlier than expected. Google is said to be looking at pushing up release dates for Ice Cream Sandwich based devices up to September or October due to the impending iPhone 5 launch.
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Pool Party – Group Photo sharing app for Android and iPhone from Google
Google launched their photo sharing app, Pool Party last month for Android and iPhone. This app lets you share your pictures to group of friends by creating a pool (similar to folder). This app is similar to Liveshare app that was launched last month. Continue reading “Pool Party – Group Photo sharing app for Android and iPhone from Google”
Google Nexus S Free For Customers in USA – Offer Valid Only Today
A few days ago we posted the news that the Google Nexus S is available for 350 $ as a one day offer. Google is now offering the Nexus S free of charge to customers in USA.
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Samsung Nexus S for $350 only, for 6 More Hours
Samsung Nexus S is Google’s first ever Gingerbread device and it was launched last year but it’s still considered as one of the best Android handsets available in the market. Getting devices like Nexus S for cheap isn’t easy but what about getting it for only $350? Well, if you are in USA then you can get the device for only $350 as Daily Steal is offering it on this awesome rate. Continue reading “Samsung Nexus S for $350 only, for 6 More Hours”