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Oracle v Google: Ellison, Schmidt, and Page to take witness stand over Android

Posted on October 10, 2011 by PixelBean

The list of witnesses for the trial of Android has been published – and it’s as high-powered as can be. Source:http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/blog/2011/oct/08/ellison-schmidt-page-lawsuit-witnesses

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Google pulls ‘Is My Son Gay?’ Android app

Posted on October 7, 2011 by PixelBean

App is removed after gay rights advocacy groups complain that app is offensive. Read this blog post by Elinor Mills on InSecurity Complex. Source:http://news.cnet.com/8301-27080_3-20116328-245/google-pulls-is-my-son-gay-android-app/

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Flickr unveils ‘Photo Session’ feature and Android app

Posted on October 1, 2011 by PixelBean

Yahoo-owned Flickr beefed up the Flickrverse on Thursday with the launch of Photo Session and its official Android app. … Via: http://www.digitaltrends.com

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Apple iPhone 5 Plans Could Intensify Android Battle

Posted on September 24, 2011 by PixelBean

Apple’s iPhone 5 and possible midrange smartphone, paired with a new carrier and upgraded iOS, could mark a new phase in the war between Apple and Android. Source:http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Mobile-and-Wireless/Apple-iPhone-5-Plans-Could-Intensify-Android-Battle-273919/

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Android 2.3 Gingerbread finally gaining on 2.2 Froyo while Honeycomb stagnates

Posted on July 10, 2011 by PixelBean

Google’s latest developer data shows that Android 2.3 is finally gaining ground on 2.2 , but 3.0 is still lagging behind with less than a 1 percent share of devices. Source:http://www.digitaltrends.com/mobile/android-2-3-gingerbread-finally-gaining-on-2-2-froyo-while-honeycomb-stagnates/

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Sony Ericsson Xperia Acro Android Smartphone

Posted on May 11, 2011 by PixelBean

As well as announcing the new Xperia Mini range of smartphones, Sony Ericsson also announced a new Android smartphone for Japan, the Sony Ericsson Xperia Acro. The Sony Ericsson Xperia Acro features a 4.2 inch multitouch display, there is also … Continue reading →

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Skype Fixes Android Security Hole, Issues New Build Of App

Posted on April 25, 2011 by PixelBean

If you’ve been following Skype closely, you may remember a unique security hole that was unearthed a few days ago. It caught quite a lot of tracking, and with around 30 million Skypers online each day, it’s easy to understand … Continue reading →

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As Android for tablets falters, opportunity for Intel?

Posted on April 17, 2011 by PixelBean

Intel has a shot at tablet success on Android in the wake of the slow start of the Motorola Xoom and the Samsung Galaxy Tab, which are based on chip technology that competes with Intel products. Via: http://news.cnet.com

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Motorola Wants to Test Froyo Update Before Release

Posted on April 11, 2011 by PixelBean

Motorola fans with a Bravo handset will get to test the next Android update (Froyo) before its release. The testing is aimed at making sure there are no unexpected bugs. Source:http://www.devicemag.com/2011/04/09/motorola-wants-1000-bravo-owners-to-test-froyo-update-prior-to-release/

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10 Essential Android Apps for the Everyday Web 2.0 User

Posted on April 8, 2011 by PixelBean

The following 10 Android phone applications are practically essential for the modern Web user when connecting through their smartphone. Source:http://walyou.com/essential-android-apps/

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