Tag: Google
IDC got it wrong – why Android tablets won’t overtake Apple iPads
The challenge is that technology: (a) is not linear; (b) does not progress in predictable ways based on current assumptions; and (c) is heavily interconnected with social norms and beliefs.
Ice Cream Sandwich (finally) lands on Samsung Galaxy S II
Next Samsung devices to receive ICS: Galaxy Note, Galaxy S II LTE, Galaxy R, Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus, 7.7, 8.9, 8.9 LTE and 10.1.
Ice Cream Sandwich coming to Samsung Galaxy S II
Testament to Samsung's engineering ethos that a 1 year old device can still impress. And take my word for it: the S II performs equally as well as the new Galaxy Nexus on many tests.
Where in the world is Ice Cream Sandwich? (aka Hurry Up and Wait)
ICS was supposed to be the Android for the mainstream. For those that would otherwise run to a white iPhone 4S (with pink, jewel encrusted sleeve). But, then something happened: nothing.
Google Android still top smartphone platform, takes share from RIM, MSFT
Samsung (25.4%) continues to lead as the top mobile OEM, followed by LG (19.7%), Motorola (13.2%), Apple (12.8%) and RIM (6.6%).
Google runs headlong into the jaws of Cupertino with ‘Google Play’
Instead, Google should "play" up its techy roots. Not run away from them.
Google preps Kindle Fire killer – 3 potential roadblocks
You simply can't take some juicy hardware specs, slap on a value-oriented price and expect something to sell. Why are we willing to pay $500 plus for an iPad in a world of cheap Android knock-offs?
Samsung Galaxy S II to get Android Ice Cream Sandwich this month
Recently in our tests of the side-by-side with the Galaxy Nexus, we found that the S II held its own, and was able to open apps, browse, and generally function as fast as, and sometimes even faster then the newer model - specs be damned!
Microsoft on Right Track with Windows 8 (Consumer Preview first impressions)
If Microsoft has its way Windows 8 will bring consistency. The way Windows looks on a desktop should look familiar when switching to a mobile device, and vice-versa. In that regard, Apple and Google both ask us to think different.
Mobile World Congress Android Highlights #mwc12
The only problem so far here at MWC is the lack of US availability dates for the quad-cores. You'd think the world was now revolving around the EU now or something... what's up with that?!
