It is quite a popular question: “Why is the stock browser on Android called “Internet” instead of Chrome?”. While there is a logical answer to that, it appears that Google is now finally taking steps which may eventually lead to the Google Chrome branding being incorporated into Google Android.
Google has updated the Market app for Android today which brings some pretty major all-new features like the ability to +1 apps, use custom PIN code for purchasing apps, tapable app permissions and a settings menu for more options.
By now, you’ve probably heard news of Hewlett-Packard discontinuing their line of webOS devices and “spinning off” their PC business; the discontinuation of the webOS-based TouchPad has left retailers with thousands of units which are now being sold for as cheap as $99. You may want to get your own $99 TouchPad too, as a group of developers have announced the TouchDroid project which aims to bring Android to the TouchPad.
Ever caught yourself driving down a highway, seeing your phone ring and pondering whether you want to risk your life by answering the call or ignore it until you can exit the highway? Well, you can now respond to the caller without risking your life (and other’s) by using an app called Auto SMS which sends automated texts to people who want to contact you while you’re busy driving or are in a meeting.
In an interview, a senior executive at Samsung Electronics has stated that the company seeks to expand their software reach. This statement, combined with Samsung’s recent hiring of Steve “Cyanogen” Kondik suggests that the electronics company may be looking to hire more devs from the vibrant Android hacking community.
In the world of technology, securing a patent for a product can be the difference between winning and losing the battle for top spot. As any inventor will know, the idea is one thing, but unless you have legally secured and registered that idea, you're susceptible to others capitalizing on your ideas and severely hindering profit margin.
Microsoft today has updated their Bing app for Android which features revised design and a handful of other little updated features.
MIUI (pronounced me-yoo-eye) is one of the most popular aftermarket custom firmware for Android smartphones, second only to CyanogenMod. It features a distinct look and enhanced features like a more powerful dropdown notifications bar and enhanced Camera, Music, and Gallery apps. If you’re looking for an alternative music player or just a slice of MIUI’s goodness, look no further: the MIUI Music app has been extracted and released for everyone to try!
The string of good news for Android continues today as popular custom firmware founder Steve “Cyanogen” Kondik has announced that he has been hired by Samsung Mobile.
What a day today was: if you're not yet aware, it was announced just a few hours ago that Google had bought Motorola for a staggering $12.5 billion. Now that the dust has settled down, it now seems that there was someone else in line as well who attempted to buy the company for a lower amount.
