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Android 4.3 Jelly Bean spotted on a Nexus 4 in the wild

By Cory Gunther
on 24 May, 2013

We've been hearing a lot about Android 4.3 Jelly Bean lately, not 4.5 or 5.0 Key Lime Pie, and today over on XDA is possibly the first leaked images of the latest OS from Google. As the story goes an LG Nexus 4 was spotted at the Thailand Mobile Expo running Android 4.3 Jelly Bean and luckily one reader was able to snag a few photos.

Hisense Sero 7 Pro with Tegra 3, Android 4.2 takes on Google’s Nexus 7

By Cory Gunther
on 19 May, 2013

Today we have something pretty interesting for all you tablet lovers. A new slate that's aiming to take on Google's Nexus 7 has leaked, and you're going to like the price. It's called the Hisense Sero 7 Pro, from the popular Chinese manufacturer, and has everything and more the Nexus offers but for just $99. Read on for full details on this impressive and well-rounded budget slate.

What Google didn’t announce at I/O 2013

By Cory Gunther
on 15 May, 2013

Google I/O is going on full steam right now, and Google has just finished up the keynote full of announcements. So is there anything that Google didn't announce this morning? Absolutely. There is plenty that was expected that wasn't announced, but there's also plenty that wasn't announced that is probably new we'll be spotting all week long. For now, lets talk about what didn't happen.

Google TV update will bring Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean

By Robert Nelson
on 15 May, 2013

Google TV wasn't mentioned during the keynote today, however there is some related news. Following the keynote, Google announced that Google TV would be getting an update. The update will be arriving sometime in the "coming months" and will bring Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean along with the latest version of Chrome. Aside from simply announcing a new update, Google also released some details about future updates including those from TV OEM partners.

Archos ChefPad emerges for all the Rachael Ray fans

By Cory Gunther
on 13 May, 2013

If you want a tablet to be your cooking companion while looking through recipes or watching Rachael Ray for cooking tips, Archos has you covered, apparently. Today they've just announced and made official the Archos ChefPad. And yes we're serious. This slate will bring Jelly Bean and dual-core power to your kitchen. Check it out below.

T-Mobile Galaxy S III Android 4.1.2 update arriving with multi-window

By Robert Nelson
on 13 May, 2013

T-Mobile has announced the latest software update for the Samsung Galaxy S III. The update process is set to begin today and will be arriving as Android 4.1.2 and with features to include multi-window. Those carrying a T-Mobile branded Galaxy S III will be able to get the update over-the-air or using Kies. On that note, the update is on the larger side so if you are taking the over-the-air approach -- you may want to make sure you are on WiFi before beginning.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 getting update to 4.1.2 Jelly Bean

By Cory Gunther
on 10 May, 2013

Samsung has been paying more attention to their smartphone updates than Tabs, but we have good news. Samsung's Galaxy Tab 7.7 is their first and only tablet to use their Super AMOLED technology, and is still one of our favorite Samsung slates. Sadly it launched with Gingerbread, then back in the summer of last year was updated to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. Today according to SamMobile the Tab 7.7 will be able to enjoy the latest and greatest.

AirTyme unveils seven-inch Android tablet with 3G voice capability

By Shane McGlaun
on 9 May, 2013

An Indian company called AirTyme has unveiled a new Android-powered tablet featuring a seven-inch screen. The tablet has integrated 3G connectivity and allows users to make voice calls. The tablet runs Android 4.1 for the operating system.

T-Mobile LG Optimus L9 Jelly Bean update paused

By Robert Nelson
on 8 May, 2013

Jelly Bean began rolling out for T-Mobile users with an LG Optimus L9 a few weeks earlier. As of today however, that update has since been placed on pause. The details are coming by way of T-Mobile, who have said the update was placed on pause by LG. The silver lining here is the use of the word pause. Of course, we suspect those still rocking Ice Cream Sandwich may be a bit disappointed.

Google Photo Sphere images now embeddable on any website

By Robert Nelson
on 3 May, 2013

Photo Sphere is a feature that was introduced with Android 4.2 Jelly Bean. Basically that means only a limited amount of users are able to capture Photo Sphere images at the moment. Not to mention, the options and places to view these images has also rather limited. In the past, Photo Sphere viewing was previously limited to Google+ pages, the device that took the picture and on Google Maps (provided they were uploaded).