Tons of new features in the new API location apps
Saturday, May 18, 2013 in Google I/O 2013, Video
We know that the significant annual event Google I/O 2013 is held especially for developers, therefore the focus of the conference was on them with many discussions held during the three days. However, the event brought us even more – we got the chance to see some innovations in Google’s products that promise to improve significantly the user experience. For instance, the new version of location APIs will fascinate the users with countless new features and options. Google is improving…
Summary of Day two of Google I/O 2013
Saturday, May 18, 2013 in Google I/O 2013
After day one of Google I/O 2013 introduced us to all the new and exciting innovations and features that the company is developing, we were eager to dig deeper into the specifics of the upgrades and services that were announced. Day two was planed with this purpose. Google has some great plans to develop a single integrated platform that satisfies different needs and interests of their users, who will be using the variety of the Google products by default. Among…
HTC to double the production capacity of the HTC One
Saturday, May 18, 2013 in HTC, Phones
It seems that the Taiwanese company has overcome most of the component supply issues experienced after the launch of the HTC One earlier this year. As the situation improves, HTC increases sharply its production capacity. In a recent statement, HTC’s president Jack Tong said that the production capacity will be doubled before the end of May. The new flagship of the company was officially unveiled in February 19 and since then HTC has suffered from supply shortages due to the…
Vodafone released Smart III – a budget-oriented Android phone for £95
Saturday, May 18, 2013 in Carriers, Phones, Vodafone, Vodafone
If you don’t like to spend a whole amount of cash each month for the latest device on the market, the Vodafone Smart III could be the product you are looking for. As the previous models released by Vodafone, the Smart III comes with some basic specification. The handset is really cheap, but it gives you Android Jelly Bean – perfect if you are looking for a cheap back phone or a present for your child or friend. Vodafone Smart…
Windows Phone with boosted sales, Nokia has shipped 70% of all handsets
Friday, May 17, 2013 in Mobile OS, Nokia, Phones, Windows Phone
Not long time ago, BlackBerry’s OS occupied the third place of the phone shipments ranking, but after the direction taken by Nokia to adopt the Microsoft’s OS in the newer devices, Windows Phone OS grabbed the third position in the latest report. In the ranking showing the global phone sales in Q1, Windows Phone surpasses BlackBerry OS with 1.3 million units sold, reaching a market share of 3.2% worldwide. If we compare the data with the first quarter of 2012,…
Lenovo K900 released in China for $536, more markets to follow
Friday, May 17, 2013 in Lenovo, Phones
You have been informed about the new flagship phone by the Chinese company Lenovo. It was announced at the CES earlier this month with some positive feedback. Now, after the long anticipation Lenovo K900 was launched on the market in China. The sales started both online and in retail stores, and the device is priced at around $536 (3,299 Yuan). For that price, you should expect many high-end specs and a flashy design. Yes, that’s right; the Lenovo K900 delivers…
The new Google Maps assure fulfilling user experience
Friday, May 17, 2013 in Google I/O 2013
Google I/O 2013 introduced a lot of new things. Among the most interesting features were the improved versions of Google Maps with upgrades for desktop and the mobile devices. We got the chance to explore the new Google Maps. The first noticeable thing about the feature is its improved interface. Everything is neat and conveniently disposed for a fulfilling user experience. There are little modifications that enrich even more the navigation through that feature. In this version of Google Maps,…
ZTE Grand X2 with 2GHz Intel Atom processor and 8MP camera available in Q3
Friday, May 17, 2013 in Phones, ZTE
ZTE yesterday introduced its new flagship phone ZTE Grand X2 with Intel’s new Clover Trail+ platform. During the conference in Monaco, ZTE revealed many details about the upcoming device and the collaboration with Intel, as their strategic partner. The Grand X2 will be the first phone to feature Intel Inside processor which will be released in Europe, and that is a main part of the company’s strategy for increasing its market share with delivering high-quality handsets. Let’s have a closer…
Archos Xenon 80 – a budget-friendly 8-inch tablet announced
Friday, May 17, 2013 in Archos, Tablets
Archos is expanding its product like with another interesting tablet. This time, the new product is a budget-oriented tablet in addition to Archos’ cheap Elements tablets on the market. The Archos Xenon 80 comes with a quad-core Snapdragon processor, clocked at 1.2 GHz and an 8-inch display. The Xenon 80 runs Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and has a 4 GB of RAM and 4 GB of internal storage, expandable up to 64 GB using a microSD slot. If you are…
Summary of the first day of Google I/O 2013
Friday, May 17, 2013 in Google I/O 2013
We had so many questions and expectations about the major event Google I/O 2013, and now, after day one from the conference is over, we are excited to summarize what new Google has to offer. Google introduced improved features of Search and Maps, a new Hangouts app, Google+ with a better functionality and appearance and the amazing special edition of Samsung Galaxy S4, designed for Google that runs stock Android. Those who had the chance to watch Google I/O 2013…