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Samsung introduces the Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1-inch) Android ICS tablet

Samsung introduces the Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1-inch) Android ICS tablet

MWC is pumping up the glamor in the tech arena, the bells are ringing and the big event is just a day away while we continue to hear new announcements from mobile and gadget manufacturers worldwide. Samsung with its continuous focus on Android as the future of mobile computing introduces the Galaxy Tab 2 (10.1-inch) tablet powered by Ice Cream sandwich 4.0. The product complements its duo, the newly launched Galaxy Tab 2 (7-inch) version. The tablet has a 10.1-inch WXGA PLS TFT display (1280×800 pixels), 1 GHz Dual-Core Processor, adds support for Micros cards, storage variants of 16GB and 32GB, Wi-Fi and 3G editions featuring HSPDA+ (speeds up to 21Mbps). We would see the tablet including Samsung’s Touch Wiz UI with a powerful battery of 7000 mAh.

The Galaxy Tab 2 (7-inch) and (10.1-inch) variants hit the UK during March this year while we still await confirmation on pricing and worldwide release.

via Samsung Mobile Press

 

HTC adds more models to Android ICS 4.0 update list for US and Canada

HTC adds more models to Android ICS 4.0 update list for US and Canada

HTC, in addition to its previous list of smartphones upgradable to Android Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0 have made some new additions to its portfolio and we expect even more to come in future as confirmed from HTC USA Facebook Page. The HTC Rhyme, HTC Thunderbolt, and HTC Droid 2 Incredible get added to the update list for Verizon Wireless users alongside previously announced HTC Rezound.

Canadian users with Bell and Rogers have HTC Raider to receive Android ICS 4.0.We expect HTC to share sweeter buzz on ICS, this one is becoming really bigger. 🙂

Adobe Flash, Google Maps, and Facebook for Android Updated

Adobe Flash, Google Maps, and Facebook for Android Updated

Today, we look into three recent updates that have been rolled out for Android apps that include Adobe Flash Player, Google Maps and Facebook.

Adobe Flash

The Adobe Flash update takes care of a security vulnerability that may cause the app to crash and gain access to the device. The update is important and we would suggest users to install this update whenever they have time.

Download from Android Market: Adobe Flash Player 11

Google Maps

The latest update for Google Maps is targeted for users who use Latitude as well as Location History as it fixes and improves issues pertaining to battery life. Besides the battery fix it also address some bug fixes that would make the overall experience enjoyable and fast.

Download from Android Market: Google Maps

Facebook

The Facebook app has been updated to version 1.83 that still has an older changelog attached to the update. We expect the update to address bug fixes and other performance issues with app. The update size is nice, so hopefully you all should update it. If we come to know any other info we would surely keep you posted on the same.

Download from Android Market: Facebook