Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0: update to Jelly Bean (Android 4.1.1) starting

Samsung has already been a number of tablets on the market , the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 WiFi turn to the update to Jelly Bean (Android 4.1.1) to receive. This was announced via the Twitter account of SamsungMobileNL and on our forum, the first message already inside.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 is now relatively cheap Android tablet with a 7 inch screen. This now runs Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0) but also in the Netherlands today receive an update to Android 4.1.1. In late November we wrote that the copies issued by Vodafone had received the update. This update is only for the WiFi model of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (P3110) when the 3G version of the play is not known.

Availability
The update to Jelly Bean (Android 4.1.1) is an Over the Air available for these devices, so it can be pulled automatically through WiFi. In addition, the update also offered via Samsung Kies, the software program from Samsung.

Android JellyBean now at 10 percent devices

All sweets which Android versions are named to be sticky, but the Gingerbread remain so far the largest number of Android users stick.

The latest version of the Android operating system, Jellybean, has now - six months after the official launch - a market share of 10 percent, according to figures from Google. Gingerbread, that especially in many forerunners of the real smartphone is included, still has a market share of 47.6 percent. Even Froyo, the forerunner of Gingerbread, still has a market share of 9 percent.

Gingerbread was also on new phones come long after the modern versions as Android Honeycomb and Ice Cream Sandwich available.

Telecom Providers slow modernization
Android does not have the automatic upgrade system such as Apple iOS has. Telecom providers have the opportunity own customized versions of Android version to distribute the devices that they issue. It is much cheaper for them even older Android versions to deliver the adjustments which they have carried out, soon after the introduction of a new Android version to develop a custom version.

Moreover, the precursor of Android Jelly Bean, Ice Cream Sandwich, there are 9 months to get a market share of 10 percent to reach. The flow seems better to get started. That's good news for developers of Android apps, not only with a highly fragmented market hardware to do but also take into account at least 5 different versions of the operating system.

Ubuntu runs on Android device

The Ubuntu operating system is adapted so that it can run on smartphones. With the Linux-based software allows users desktop apps running on their telephone, they can be used as a PC by linking them to a monitor.

The source code of the modified version of Ubuntu will be released as a file that initially only suitable for Samsung Galaxy Nexus phone. Users who install the file on the device thus replacing the default Android system on your device.

Although several analysts question whether consumers are waiting for a phone system that has the power of a full computer, Ubuntu founder Mark Shuttleworth said in talks with several device manufacturers for installing Ubuntu on smartphones. He expects the first Ubuntu machine within one year.

Shuttleworth admits that the innovation in the first instance be limited to 'enthusiasts and hobbyists', nevertheless he expects that in the future a wider audience gets. "It is unbelievable that we are on the point that the power of the phone is crossed with the basic processing power of a standard laptop," said Shuttleworth told the BBC. "We take advantage of them so you for the first time in history have access to a consumer PC platform on a phone.

Next week at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the first phones shown running under Ubuntu.

Android apps now work on your Mac

With BlueStacks Android apps you can use on your computer. After Windows now also for Mac.

Since Thursday, it is possible to Android apps on your Mac. Under Windows was earlier this year possible. The software from Silicon Valley startup BlueStacks download for free on your computer. Then you come directly into an app store, the size of a tablet. The settings you can pair your Android device, so your apps and share information.

The program can also be used if you do not have Android. This is the offering apps are quite --because many apps only work on a phone. But a game Wordfeud or Fruit Ninja is certainly present.

Of course it feels a little weird on a computer running Android applications in the back there, but sometimes the apps just better than the websites. For example, Facebook, which is installed by default with BlueStacks.

If you still need inspiration, this according to Google the 10 best Android apps this year.

LG speaker dock for Android devices with ambient light

LG's new speaker dock recharges iOS and Android devices and streams through both AirPlay and Bluetooth. He also gives light.

At the current AirPlay speakers comes far from final, but for households besides Apple stuff even Android devices are increasingly dual audio solutions. Thus, on Christmas Day the LG ND8630 Wireless Dual Docking Speaker announced. Both iOS and Android devices to charge and also music streaming from his numerous devices. The 80W speaker receives music wirelessly via AirPlay, DLNA or Bluetooth.

The ND8630 has a striking design and forming cylinder is equipped with a so-called Mood Lamp, according to LG for a 'soft light', thanks to a built-in light sensor that adjusts to ambient light. He also supports NFC for easier linking of mobile devices, such as the Bluetooth pairing easier. The luminous speaker dock is from early 2013 for sale. The price is still unknown.

HTC gives One S update to Android 4.1

HTC is currently rolling out Android 4.1, ie Jellybean, for owners of the HTC One S. Earlier in December, the HTC One X already turn. The new software is over-the-air to users inside and weighs 600MB.

The HTC One S is a smaller and cheaper version of the One X. Both devices were released with Android 4.0 and Android 4.1 while for a while off, HTC is only now with an update. Also HTC's Sense interface has been updated, to version 4 +. Android 4.1 brings a number of improvements with it, including Butter Project, which the phone should feel smoother. Also features 4.1 Now on Google, which pro-actively providing the information on the basis of various cards such as news, weather, movies and concerts, accompanied by personalized information on those topics.

Owners of the One S automatically receive a notification that an update is available, which then over-the-air inside is removed. Wifi is required, since the file up to 612.27 MB. Incidentally, Android 4.1 not the latest version, 4.2 is already out, but whether to HTC One X or One S is not known. With Jellybean 4.2 may include panoramic pictures and Now Google has expanded.

ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity gets updated with bug fixes and additional applications

ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity

The ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity (TF700) today received a minor update with a few added features and some nasty bugs corrected. The update number 10.4.4.18 inherited and brings a note application, a vertaalapp and Game Channel, which provides information and tips about games can read.

ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity
The ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity is a top model, ASUS tablet area. ASUS is currently one of the manufacturers that are very regular and fast updates roll out of new Android versions, but also maintenance updates have usually not long in coming. Today was the ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity turn. This update should fix the problems with WiFi, keyboard and camera. In addition there are a number of applications were added as a translation application, but it seems that only translation capabilities between German and English. The second application is MyBitCast, an application in which you can make notes then synchronize it with the same desktop program. The third and final extra application has Game Channel name as inherited and is based on OpenFeint. Here is all kinds of information and tips about games.
availability

The update OTA (Over The Air) downloaded via a Wifi connection. The notification that a new update will automatically appear on the screen. Also you may manually check for new updates through the settings of the tablet. The build number is JR003C.WW_epad-10.4.4.18-20121012.

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 Small update

Yesterday Samsung started rolling out a relatively small update for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1. The tablet will include a newer version of Polaris Office S-Note. In addition, the new software should provide improved stability.

The update is OTA (over-the-air) directly on your device to install or can be downloaded via Samsung Kies. The update keeps the tablet to Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0).

Galaxy Note 10.1
the interesting thing about the Galaxy Note 10.1 is the ability to use the S-Pen. This active stylus provides accurate text input and even makes it possible to draw as if on real paper: the pen with the special screen supports 1024 pressure levels, making a line such thickens as you harder on the screen, just like a real pencil.

The Galaxy Note 10.1 includes a quad-core Exynos processor thus has the same processor as the Galaxy S III. This processor is clocked at a rate of 1.4 GHz. There is 2 GB of RAM and 16 GB of storage memory... The tablet has a 1280 × 800 screen.

Today's update brings stability improvements according to Samsung, but also a new version of S-Note and the accompanying Office suite, Polaris Office.

Availability
The stability update can be found by clicking on the tablet to 'Installing'->' Device Info '>' Software update'-> 'Update' to go. It is also possible to use the tablet to connect via the USB cable to the PC, and then you Samsung Kies management software can download and install the update. The update is about 75 MB. Moreover, it appears the update being only for the 3G edition of the Note 10.1 to be available.

Android 4.1.2 now available for the Galaxy Nexus

Earlier this month launched Android 4.1.2 for the Nexus 7. The update did not quite big changes with it, in addition to stability and performance improvements and the ability to the home screen in landscape mode.

Just got my Galaxy Nexus within the message to update to Android 4.1.2

Android 4.1.2
the most noticeable change was the landscape mode for the home screen should be. If you have the Galaxy Nexus in the fixed length, you will automatically switch to landscape mode and thus be correctly displayed. Previously, the home screen can only be used in portrait mode. But what I try, the start screen of my Galaxy Nexus will not rotate when I tilt the phone. We love to hear what you have found. There are also stability and performance improvements in Android 4.1.2 but I have not experienced as such because the update just installed.

Availability
The firmware update is available OTA. There would be a message in your notification bar should be displayed. You see this message does not? Then you can update accelerate emptying the cache of Google Services Framework and then re-check for the update. You do this by going to Settings> Apps> All> Google Services Framework to go here and click 'Clear data' button. You loose any settings or other data. Then go to Settings> about phone> System updates and the update would be on your screen should appear. After installation you Galaxy Nexus run on the latest version of Android, Jellybean.

First images of ASUS Padfone two appeared

Actually, this hybrid between a phone and a tablet until next week unveiled at an event in Milan and Taipei, but ASUS CEO Jerry Chen could not seem to adhere. After an interview on Windows laptops Bloomberg gave the premiere of the new ASUS Padfone 2.

ASUS Padfone 2
ASUS is excited about this concept and has learned from the first model of the Padfone. The design is still revolutionary because the phone is used as power source for the tablet and therefore on the back of the tablet should be confirmed.

The Android Phone itself is almost not changed, the screen is slightly bigger and now measures 4.7 inch. The rear camera has been updated, now you make photos and videos with 13 megapixels instead of 8 megapixels. It seems that we are on the following 'leaked' press photo a camera on the back of the tablet shown.

The most visible change is in the 10.1 inch tablet at the rear. Unlike the first Padfone you do the phone no longer to store behind a flap. In the new version you slide the phone with the screen facing inwards back of the tablet. This gives a brisk space and weight savings, and the tablet is a lot thinner and lighter.

keyboard
The video is totally not discuss the optional keyboard and also the leaked press photos are not shown. We assume that this keyboard is still used, but that this ASUS for marketing reasons has not shown. The whole package of tablet, keyboard and phone was extremely heavy and that was our biggest stumbling block in terms of the first Padfone. During the press conference of 16 October we will get more information about the Padfone 2.

Sony rolls Android 4.0 for the Xperia U, go out and sola

Sony is currently a firmware upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich to spread for you Xperia, Xperia Xperia go and sola. This will in the coming weeks. Besides the update to Ice Cream Sandwich will also find some new apps for among other media supplied.

Ice Cream Sandwich
The update includes new versions of the apps WALKMAN, Album and Movies makes your media files even better to play or view. There is also the Extended Standby mode the standby time, depending on use, can extend up to four times. In addition, there are some new standard features in Ice Cream Sandwich. Thus the Lock in improved functionality, widgets can be resized, the data usage and made ​​clearer overview of recent apps renewed.

The Sony Xperia sola gets also a Glove Fashion function. This extends the floating touch technology with the ability to enjoy the winter the unit to operate with gloves.

availability
The update is market-and provider-related and will be distributed in the coming weeks. It is not offered OTA. You can use this firmware upgrade so only download through PC Companion on your laptop or PC or Bridge for Mac on your MacBook. More information about the update is available here.

Sony Xperia go
The Xperia Go is a compact unit focused on active fellows. Therefore, this device is also water and dust proof. The screen consists of mineral crystal that is scratch resistant and can be used with wet fingers (wet finger tracking). This screen is 3.5 inches and has a resolution of 480 × 320 pixels.

Sony Xperia sola
The Xperia sola contains the unique floating touch technology from Sony that allows you to touch the screen without scrolling, and it has an NFC chip. The device has a 3.7 inch screen (with Mobile BRAVIA Engine and a resolution of 854 × 480) and xLOUD sound.

Samsung Galaxy S3 and Android 4.1 Jelly Bean Offensive

Users of the Samsung Galaxy S3 can rejoice: Android 4.1 ("Jelly Bean") is rolled out shortly. Developers also shine: The Android source code was revealed.

Google's operating system to its name once again lives up - and felt the barriers go up further: yet this month to Android 4.1 ("Jelly Bean") to be rolled out on the Samsung Galaxy S3.

So that developers continue to have even more fun on Android, now the source code for the Jelly Bean firmware was published on the web: Open Source as it is in the book.
Members will be allowed - and that is certainly improved good news-the Android software and the functionality can be extended further. Shortly before the launch of Android 4.1 on the Samsung's flagship, this is certainly a message that makes it heard. And the Apple iOS-bearing form perhaps a few beads of sweat on his forehead.

New custom ROMs for the Samsung Galaxy S3, including Jelly Bean Nothing stands in the way. For all nerds and IT Samsung has the source code by the way actually made completely public: Anyone can stop by the official site and download the source code as you wish, with the non-computer meanwhile, can certainly start not much.

But transparency is logical - since Samsung and Google will certainly benefit from this move: The operating system is more sophisticated piece by piece. Even now, many experts see Android on par with iOS. Who, however, Android still "complicated" as described, which is at least in the eyes of editors the little green robot not just males. iOS, especially in the new version 6, is a very mature operating system. But the Android "freedoms" are available now for many users, the real pleasure when it comes about the implying of widgets. When grouping software not on the fun stops.

✎ iPhone 5 with new Samsung Galaxy S3 commercials "scolded"?
Android has certainly in the development of so few in iOS "copied". But it will be exciting to watch when Apple made the rather rigid iOS icon principle "breaks" and also breaks new ground. In any event, - various tests to confirm this - even iOS harmonize very well with the current hardware of the iPhone 5. Here you can keep up with perhaps only the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, which does not require additional user interface of the mobile phone manufacturer: Android "pure".

Many users of the Samsung Galaxy S3 pleased meanwhile to the release of Android 4.1 - we are talking about days, not of weeks ...

Samsung Galaxy S3 and the wait for Android 4.1
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S2 remember with "terror" by how long it "once" took to the latest Android version was rolled out to their device.

But in the case of the Samsung Galaxy S3 now everything seems to be better - and the "team" have learned from the mistakes of the past: Apparently, Samsung has begun to Android 4.1.1 with the pretty name of "Jelly Bean" on the S3's flagship roll out.

One limitation users should probably leave this country look a little impatient from the laundry: Android 4.1.1 to now, not been delivered in Germany - but what is not is, in all probability soon be. Germany that is pending in the back seems if the smartphone boom is very unlikely.
Samsung Galaxy S3 models that are connected directly to a network operator may have to take some time with Android 4.0 ("Ice Cream Sandwich").

Slight delay
the delay in the delivery time was really limited to: First Samsung had announced to deliver the latest version of Google's mobile operating system in September.

iPhone 5 Production: The fists fly
recently underwent Android 4.1 on the Nexus one test and was completely convinced by the new functionality of the operating system. Soon can therefore users of the Samsung Galaxy S3 forward to the latest version of the little green robot dude.

The Android update is certainly good news, the iPhone 5 but currently dominates the headlines. But initial tests have already shown that the Samsung Galaxy S3 is certainly not in front of the new device from --. Android 4.1.1 also may well be another selling point for the device of the IT giant from South Korea. Recently there were rumors already, after the Samsung Galaxy S 4 could be on the market in the spring: The battle of the two "brawlers" preserved us so.

Update for Google Play Books Android application

Japan has today about the Google Books app and there one can now buy and read books from the Google Play Store, in the Netherlands, we are unfortunately still waiting. That keeps Google obviously not for his Books application to update with some new features. It is possible to include difficult words to search.

Google Books
We must ensure that its applications to remain competitive with those of competitors. In the case of the application Google Play Books that, inter alia, Amazon, Apple, and Nook.

For those countries that are able to buy and read books from the Google Play Store is today an update available. In this new version some new features added to the application. The first is the integration of Google Maps, when a book talks about an area or location you can use a tap on the word this place calls through Google Maps. You can also use Wikipedia or Google Search look up more information about this area.

Also, the application now integrated translation module, a tap on a word gives the suggestion to the subconscious word for you to translate. If the word is in Dutch, but you still understand nothing you can from the text meaning in the dictionary.

The notes and 'highlights' that you now make in the book will be saved and synchronized between different devices that you read that book.

availability
So we will have to wait before we can use this new application. There is still no date on which this part of the Google Play Store in the Netherlands 'open' will.

HTC One X gets Android 4.1 in October

Since HTC in July announced that the HTC One X, One S and One XL went with an Android Jelly Bean update the HTC users impatiently waiting. It seems that this wait will soon come to an end for the HTC One X users now HTC has announced that this device will get the update in October.

HTC also plans to Jellybean before Christmas available to all their newer smartphones, with the One X first followed by probably the HTC One S. One or the HTC V also gets an update to Jelly Bean remains a mystery. All that is in our view be under 'newer smartphones. For now only the update for the HTC One X and HTC One S confirmed by HTC.

The upcoming X + One and One XL from the store will be delivered with Android 4.1 Jellybean. The HTC One X is currently the flagship of HTC but will soon be two bigger brothers in the form of the One X + and One XL.

New tool Android app is easy to iOS

Google has announced J2ObjC tool, allowing software easier between Android and iOS can be ported.

J2ObjC converts Java code for Android in Objective C / C + + code. Which can be compiled to run on Apple's iOS. Google has announced that the tool "converts Java classes in Objective-C classes that directly use the iOS Foundation Framework."

The tool processes the back end of the app. It is not possible to J2ObjC an app in its entirety to translate. There must still new UI code written in Objective-C, which uses the iOS SDK.
Only client side

J2ObjC now supports only development on the client side. The code that is generated using the iOS Foundation Framework. They can be integrated with Xcode. The code can then be tested and analyzed with Xcode Instruments, like other iOS apps.
J2ObjC finds according to Google is still in the stage "between an alpha and a beta project."

Motorola HMC3260: New PC With Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread

It is not new that manufacturers try to extend the territory of Android devices with innovative, well this is the case with Motorola who has introduced a new "computer" with Android as the primary platform.

Lapdock is the popular name that has been assigned to this terminal, a cross between tablet and laptop that includes Android operating system. While at first glance we may be somewhat familiar to Apple computers, and more for their classic shades of colors, it is a terminal (and apparently last) that offers the functionality of an economic computer.

Codenamed Motorola HMC3260, the new Motorola Lapdock has an LED screen 18.5-inch touchscreen with a resolution of 1366 × 768 pixels. As for internals, we must be provided with a ARM Cortex A8 processor dual core 1 GHz and only 1GB of RAM, compared to the new terminal could say it falls short.

Regarding internal storage we have only has 4 GB of memory, of course expandable via microSD cards. Regarding the version of Android built also leaves much to be desired as it incorporates a platform Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread (Ice Cream Sandwich many expected at least).

The truth is that if a terminal is attractive but that leaves many gaps unfilled, specifically because their goal is to meet the needs of a laptop as their specs are not even comparable to those of the most powerful tablets Android market: Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire HD.

Still, it is certainly a good choice as it certainly presents his design approach "all-in-one" and we can expect that at least independent developers (we quote CyanogenMod, for example) can lead even to complement a Jelly Bean little details of this device.

As final details, we have no price or release date for the new Motorola Lapdock so we will look at what's coming around this attractive terminal.

ViewSonic VSD220 Smart Display with Android 4.0

With the arrival of Windows 8 we will begin to see more and more touch screens. But not the only system ready, because Android is one of the main protagonists of these devices. Well ViewSonic has thought and has launched its new ViewSonic VSD220 Display.
At first glance it might seem a normal monitor, maybe an AIO (all-in-one) due to its thickness above normal. The reality is that ViewSonic VSD220 monitor is a small computer with a touchscreen and Android 4.0 built factory. It is based on a processor TI OMAP 4428 dual core 4 to 1 GHz, 1 GB LPDDR2 memory and 8 GB of internal storage, Ethernet, Wifi, microSD, microHDMI, and some USB and microUSB. In principle it is sufficient hardware to run Android 'Ice Cream Sandwich'.

ViewSonic VSD220 monitor is pretty average as though you have a FullHD resolution (1920 × 1080 pixels) and is tactile. One negative note is because it only has one video input microHDMI (and an HDMI to microHDMI), although in principle be enough to connect it to a modern computer that has Windows 8 and utilize their touch capabilities.

Available soon, ViewSonic VSD220 will go on sale in mid-October and for now only in the U.S., where will be priced at $ 399. From talking ViewSonic Android system as casual, quick loading and highlighting its basic functions but sufficient for many times. It's like having one of those USB skewers with Android but already built into the television, saving space and factory already prepared.

New Android 4.1 builds for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 and Galaxy S 3 come from

On the internet are two new ROMs containing the Android 4.1 kernel leaked for the Galaxy Note 10.1 of Samsung and the Galaxy S III. The ROM intended for the Samsung Galaxy S 3 seems to be as good as final.

Both ROMs by Sammobile brought out. The first early testrom containing Android 4.1.1 for Gaalxy Note 10.1, has been released by the site. The ROM is not very stable to mention and this is therefore the first internal build of Samsung that is designed for its new tablet. The date the ROM compiled by Samsung is September 7, making the ROM very relevant to mention.

Flashing done at your own risk, however, let the source know. There is a chance that you note 10.1 by flasht a wrong procedure.

The site has also become the umpteenth ROM for the Galaxy S III published. It would constitute the most stable version of Android 4.1.1 in it so far, says Sammobile. This would also be the release candidate can go from Samsung which is intended for the general public. According to the source, because there are hardly to find bugs in the ROM and also works very stable and fast.

The ROM has bib I9300XXDLI5 it received and the date received on September 9. The manufacturer will probably this month itself with an official version of Android 4.1.1 to come for the Galaxy S 3.

Ascend G330: New Huawei Smartphone with Android 4.0 ICS

Huawei presented with the Ascend G330 a smartphone with 4 inch touchscreen. It comes with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and has 4 GB of flash memory.

Served is the Huawei Ascend G330 via a 4-inch TFT touch screen which provides a resolution of 840 x 480 pixels. Gives a scratch-resistant display it here. The phone features a 5 megapixel camera with autofocus and LED light in order to make photo and video recording. For video conferencing is a 0.3-megapixel camera ready on the front page.

The dual-core processor, the Ascend G330 runs at a clock speed of 1 GHz and 512 MB RAM are available. The internal flash memory is 4 GB in size, and there is a slot for micro SD cards that may be up to 32 GB in size.

The smartphone works in UMTS networks at 900 MHz and 2100 MHz and on all four GSM networks. It also has GPRS, EDGE and HSPA with up to 7.2 Mbit / s and 5.76 Mbit / s upload. The Smartphone supports single-band WLAN 802.11b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1. Other features include a GPS receiver, an FM radio and a 3.5-mm headphone jack.

On the Ascend G330 runs Android 4.0.x Ice Cream Sandwich. Whether it will get an update to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, Huawei under investigation. So far, the manufacturer has a jelly bean update announced for the Ascend D1 Quad XL.

Ascend G330 is in a 122.5 x 62.6 x 11 mm package, and weighs 130 grams up to 5 hours of talk time, the battery will create a single charge. Whether this applies to the UMTS or GSM operation, is open. In standby mode, the battery will hold about 14 days.

HTC One S: Android 4.0.4 rolling out with HTC Sense 4.1 of start

Good news for owners of HTC One S.  Many reports that reach us both in Germany and in the Netherlands there is an over the air update is available for this unit. By installing this update, your HTC One S running Android version 4.0.4 with Sense 4.1.

The update ensures that under the hood a few bugs to be solved. But that's not all; the update also makes sure that Sense 4.1 less of your phone calls. The update is your phone also slightly faster. This seems particularly noticeable when the camera app from HTC itself. As an extra in this update, you come into a game once hub against the EA Gamebox gaming hub.

Besides the EA Gamebox is also a diagnostic repair tool for HTC itself. So they can remotely read problems with your phone. This is handy, because maybe you do then your phone to a service center to send if he no longer good works, but they can if you're lucky your problem remotely.