Google Chrome Beta now Available for Android Ice Cream Sandwich

February 8, 2012 Udit Malhotra Leave a comment

Google Chrome for Android is finally here although the app just works on Android Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0 based devices. The browser seamlessly integrates speed and simplicity inherited from its desktop duo. Google Chrome for desktop has gained popularity by topping charts and exceeding downloads in comparison to competitors like Mozilla Firefox and Internet Explorer. The sad part of the story is that the browser only supports ICS 4.0 that hardly accounts for just one percent of the total devices presently active.

Chrome for Android adds single Sign-In that allows access to open tabs throughout various platforms i.e. Desktop-Smartphone-Tablets etc. Users may also get website suggestions based upon the most frequently visited destinations with the feature to sync bookmarks for quicker and faster access.

Since the app is still in its beta phase with the possibility of testing it first to limited devices we hope that it should be available across all flavors of Android including Froyo and Gingerbread variants as these are still being shipped with new smartphones while being actively used on existing devices.

The Chrome Beta download is limited to specific regions that include U.S., Canada, UK, France, Germany, Spain, Australia, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Argentina and Brazil.

Download Google Chrome Beta for ICS 4.0 : Android Market

Google Chrome Beta ICS 4.0 APK : Download Now

Computing

Sony PlayStation Vita the wait is almost over !

February 6, 2012 Udit Malhotra Leave a comment

Sony recently launched it handheld gaming device the Sony PlayStation Vita also popularly known as the PS Vita with its initial release in Japan. The date is nearing closer as the product would be available across all major regions by 22 February 2012. The device is a successor of the highly acclaimed and everlasting Sony PSP with more bells and whistles added to its kitty. It features the ARM Cortex A9 processor with optional 3G support that provides non-stop connectivity for both gaming and social communication. The touch interface on the new console adds the flare that the older PSP was missing, not to forget the addition of a front and rear camera to the device while meeting essential features like Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth.

Sony PlayStation Vita (PS Vita – PCH-1000 Series) Quick Specs:

ARM Cortex A9 Processor
5-inch 16 million colors OLED multi-touch screen (960×544 pixels)
128MB Dedicated Video RAM and 512MB RAM (excluding video)
2 Models – Wi-Fi + 3G (PCH-1104) / Wi-Fi Only (PCH-1004)
Rear Touchpad
Front and Rear Camera
Built-in Speakers and Microphone
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3G (optional), GPS (optional) connectivity
PSP Vita card and Memory card slot
Multi-purpose communication port for USB, Charging etc.
Audio formats supported: MP3, MP4, WAVE
Video and Photo formats supported: MP4 (H.264/AAC), GIF, JPEG, TIFF, PNG
Li-on Battery DC 3.7V 2210 mAh

The much awaited is planned to release across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Australasia from 22 February 2012.

The Wi-Fi only model is priced at €249.99 while the 3G + Wi-Fi model comes at a price tag of €299.99.

View complete specs at : Sony PlayStation Vita Specs

Android Apps

Google Docs for Android adds offline access and better support for tablets

February 3, 2012 Udit Malhotra Leave a comment

Google Docs users can benefit with offline file access support on their Android based smartphones and tablets. The update also features certain tweaks for tablets users to make the app experience better and smoother.

Files can be made offline while over an Internet connection or even when working on a file. The app supports auto sync while connected to a Wi-Fi network with the option to Star and rename files offline.

You can a make a file available offline in several ways by either using the menu button or keeping the item pressed for 2-3 seconds and press the “Make Available Offline” option. The same can also be done using the file’s preview pane and selecting the checkbox right next to “Available Offline”.

For people who are on the rush or are sharing files within an organization can also push updates manually by pressing the “Update” while the file is open to sync changes manually online.

Google Docs is an online productivity suite that is free and can be downloaded from Android Market.

Android Mobiles, Computer Software

Sony Ericsson Bridge for Mac 2.0 to bring Software Update Support

February 1, 2012 Udit Malhotra Leave a comment

Sony Xperia users have a reason to celebrate, as ‘Sony Ericsson Bridge for Mac 2.0’ would allow users with SW Update functionality on a Macintosh. Users who were earlier using Windows Software or PC Companion to update their device can also update it using this utility. The app would serve great convenience as users would not have to switch systems to update their smartphones.

Bridge for Mac is a simple and easy to use application for adding and synching new media including Movies, Music, TV Shows, Images and Playlists using iTunes. It also support direct transfer via mass storage and iPhoto.

For users who are new and have not yet experienced the app may download it using this link. The app requires Mac OS 10.5 or higher.

Hope for an early release to share my experience with everyone ! 😉

via Sony Ericsson Blog