First look at Google Android 3.1 Honeycomb on the Motorola XOOM

Google Android 3.1 is now rolling out to Motorola XOOM tablets, and my test unit received the update this morning, so I thought it was time for a little tour. Overall the tablet feels faster thanks to improved hardware graphics acceleration, smoother system animations, and improved web browser performance. Interestingly, while the tablet scored higher [...]

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When the time comes, installing Android 3.1 on the XOOM takes about 5 minutes

Google Android 3.1 has been rolling out for Motorola XOOM units for the past few days. While Google officials initially stated that the update would be available for Verizon XOOM 3G customers first, a number of people with WiFi-only tablets have also confirmed that they've received the update. Today I got an update notification on [...]

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Dell releases Chromium OS build for Inspiron Mini netbooks

It's been nearly 18 months since Dell released a Chromium OS build for the Dell Inspiron Mini 10v netbook — allowing users to test out a pre-release build of Chrome OS long before it would be ready for the public. Now the computer maker has released a brand new build with updated wireless drivers which [...]

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Samsung introduces a 2560 x 1600 pixel 10 inch display

Samsung will demonstrate a 10.1 inch display with an incredibly high screen resolution at the SID Display Week event next week. Most 10 inch netbooks and tablets on the market today have display resolutions of 1280 x 800 pixels, 1366 x 768 pixels, or 1024 x 600 pixels. Samsung's new display blows them all away [...]

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Specs and Features of the Samsung, Acer Chromebooks

Both Acer and Samsung are supporting Google with its cloud-based laptop project – the Google Chromebooks. The two manufacturers are set to launch by June 15 their respective versions of the Chromebooks. Acer will have an 11.6-inch machine while Samsung will release the 12.6-inch model. Both Chromebooks will be available from Amazon and Best Buy on June 15 in the U.S. Details of released in other countries are yet to be announced. Consumer prices of both machines will be around $345.

As for the specific technical features of these two Chromebooks, the Acer  Chromebook will sport an 11.6-inch HD widescreen CineCrystal LED-backlit LCD display, 6-hours battery life, Intel Atom Dual-Core CPU, Wi-Fi and 3G module, HD webcam, HD audio, 2 USB ports, 4-in-1 memory card slot, HDMI port, full-sized keyboard and trackpad. Said Chromebook will weigh around 2.95 lbs/1.34kg.

Meanwhile, the Samsung  Chromebook will have bigger 12.1-inch 300 nit display in 1280×800 pixels resolution. It will be a bit heavier at 3.26 lbs / 1.48kgs and will have a battery life of up to 8.5 hours. Other specs are the same as the Acer Chromebook.

So, if you are getting any of these netbooks, which would you prefer, the Acer or Samsung Chromebook?

via Google Chromebook

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Philips GoGear Connect Android media player coming this fall

Philips is the latest company to throw its hat in the Android portable media player ring. CNET reports that the company will launch a Philips GoGear Connect device in September for about $179. The device will be sort of like an Android smartphone without cellular connectivity… or like an Android version of an iPod touch.

The media player will run Google Android 2.3, a 3.2 inch display, support for 720p HD video playback, and 8GB or more of storage space.

Philips is hardly the first company to take on the iPod touch with an Android device that can play music, videos, and third party apps. Samsung, Cowon, Archos, and Creative all have similar devices.

via GottaBeMobile

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Windows 8 may show a Black Screen of Death upon system crash

The BSOD, or Blue Screen of Death has been popping up on Windows computers pretty much since day one. Now there's evidence that Microsoft may be preparing to phase out the BSOD… and replace it with the BSOD, or Black Screen of Death.

A poster at the MyDigitalLife forum has uploaded a photo of a computer running a leaked pre-release version of Windows 8. It's not surprising that the system crashed as this is still pretty early software. What is surprising is that the color blue is nowhere in sight.

Of course, this doesn't mean that Microsoft won't add a little blue to the mix before shipping Windows 8 to the public. Pre-release versions of Windows 98 and Windows Vista both displayed red screens when the computer crashed.

via WinRumors

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Acer Iconia Tab A500 Android tablet hits Best Buy for $450

Best Buy is now offering the Acer Iconia Tab A500 for $449.99. The Acer tablet features a 10.1 inch, 1280 x 800 pixel display, 1 GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor, and Google Android 3.0 Honeycomb operating system.

The Iconia Tab A500 has 16GB of storage and 802.11b/g/n WiFi. This model doesn't feature any 3G option, but at $450, it's one of the cheapest 10 inch tablets available with Android 3.0.

The tablet measures 10.2 " x 7″ x 0.5″ and weighs 1.7 pounds.

You can check out more photos after the break.

via Mashable

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NOOK Color software update brings apps, Android 2.2

Barnes & Noble is beginning to roll out a software update for NOOK Color users today, bringing Google Android 2.2, Adobe Flash, and a third party app store called NOOK Apps.

The company is still pitching the NOOK Color first and foremost as an eBook reader, but new apps include news readers, reference materials, and games — including the ever-popular Angry Birds. Right now there are about 125 apps available including a mix of free and paid apps.

Thats' a drop in the bucket compared to the Google Android Market which offers well over 100,000 apps, but it might be enough to give some users a reason not to root the tablet — and for less tech savvy customers who had no intention of rooting the NOOK Color (or even that it's possible to do so), the NOOK Apps store is just another reason to consider the $250 tablet as an alternative to one trick ponies like the Amazon kindle.

The software update also adds some new default apps including an email app and a NOOK Friends app which makes reading a little more social by letting you see what your friends are reading and leave comments. the web browser has been improved, and the eBook reader supports in-page video and audio.

NOOK Color users can download NOOK Color v1.2 software from Barnes & Noble or wait for B&N to push an over-the-air update within the next few weeks.

via Laptop Magazine and Engadget

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Dell Streak 7 WiFi officially priced at $400, is still cheaper at Amazon

Dell has finally gotten around to adding an official price tag to the Dell Streak 7 WiFi tablet on its web site. You can place an order today for $399.99 and expect the tablet to ship in a little under a week.

What's interesting is that Amazon has been taking orders for the tablet since Tuesday — and Amazon is charging about $20 less for the WiFi tablet.

The Dell Streak 7 features a 7 inch, 800 x 480 pixel display, a 1 GHz NVIDIA Tegra dual core processor, 16GB of storage, and Google Android 2.2. Dell also offers a model with an HSPA+ modem for $199.99 when you sign up for a 2-year contract with T-Mobile or for $449.99 when you don't.

via Streak Smart

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