Next-gen Nexus 7 in functions, will launch in July with Snapdragon processor

 

 

According to the most recent rumors Google goes to unveil a second technology of its 7-inch tablet, the Nexus 7, at I/O function later this calendar year.

Two independent resources for Reuters verified the subsequent gen Nexus seven tablet is within the operates and will be all set for acquire in July. ASUS will likely be once more earning the hardware but this time in its place an Nvidia Tegra chip the product might be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. Together while using the new processor, the new Nexus 7 should have a thinner bezel in addition to a higher screen resolution.

Google will carry on with its intense pricing. There are two selections, the new Nexus 7 to be priced as its predecessor at $199 along with the older product to become discounted and held on sale, or Google may well even cost it even less costly ($149) discontinuing the older one particular.

The I/O function is scheduled for May well, so we'll discover out shortly.

 

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Google Now ported to Android 4.0 ICS

XDA Developer has stated in a blog post that Google Now can be ported to Andorid 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

Google announed Google Now at Google I/O 2012 for Android 4.1 JellyBean and fortunately, XDA Developer febycv has figured out a way around this. modifying the ‘build.prop‘ allows users currently running an older version of Android to have access to Google Now as well as Google’s Privacy intrusions. XDA Forum Member dave7802 also noted that there was a modified version of the app available that didn’t require editing the build.prop.

For those of you wondering what Google Now is, here is a simply explanation as to what this is straight from Google’s Now page:

Google Now gets you just the right information at just the right time.

It tells you today’s weather before you start your day, how much traffic to expect before you leave for work, when the next train will arrive as you’re standing on the platform, or your favorite team’s score while they’re playing. And the best part? All of this happens automatically. Cards appear throughout the day at the moment you need them.



Get Google Now for your Andoroid 4.0 Icecream Sandwich device here

Google Voice Search vs Siri – Video Comparison

Google announced its improved Voice Search in the new Android Jelly Bean update. Is Google Voice Search better than Siri? Check the video after the break.



I’m impressed with the new Google Voice Search! It’s fast, accurate and the voice is much more fluid and less robotic, but we have to admit that Siri’s user interface can’t be beaten. What do you guys think?

Max Payne Released for Android

After a couple of delays, Max Payne Mobile for Android has finally arrived onto the Google Play store and NVIDA TegraZone. Check the hands-on video after the break.



The game is fully optimized for the NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor, requires Android 2.2 and up and it’s compatible with the following devices:

Supported Android Phones: Motorola Razr, Razr Maxx, Motorola Atrix, Motorola Photon, Motorola Droid Bionic, HTC Rezound, HTC One X, HTC One S, HTC Evo 3D, HTC Sensation, HTC Droid Incredible 2, Samsung Galaxy Nexus, Samsung Nexus S, Samsung Galaxy Note, Samsung S2, Samsung Galaxy R, Sony Xperia Play, Sony Xperia S, Sony Walkman Z Series Media Player.

Supported Android Tablets: Acer Iconia, Asus Eee Pad Transformer, Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime, LG Optimus Pad, Medion Lifetab, Motorola Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 / 10.1, Sony Tablet S, Sony Tablet P, Toshiba Thrive, HTC Flyer, HTC Jetstream.