Google to cut 4,000 Motorola employees

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Google is looking to restructure its mobile business in order to focus on high-end devices. This new initiative involves laying off 4,000 Motorola employees, about 20 percent of Motorola’s workforce. Google also intends to close 30 Motorola offices … [Continue Reading...]

Samsung introduces Galaxy Music smartphone

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Samsung has a new smartphone that may appeal music lovers. Introducing the Galaxy Music, it is an entry-level Android 4.0 ICS phone which is loaded with music-oriented features. What You Need To Know: The Samsung Galaxy Music has a 3-inch QVGA … [Continue Reading...]

LG Nexus 4 rumored to be revealed on October 29

Over the week, there has been no shortage of rumors and leaks about the LG Nexus 4 phone. The leaks just kept on coming. Moreover, a review is already posted prior to its official launching. Here’s a rundown of what we know so far about the … [Continue Reading...]

LG announces Android 4.0 Optimus L9

The white LG G2 smartphone is powered by Android 4.0.

LG has announced its latest addition to its Optimus L-series. To follow LG’s Optimus L3, Optimus L5 and Optimus L7, LG will be releasing the Optimus L9. The slim Android 4.0 smartphone is expected to be introduced ar the upcoming IFA 2012 show this … [Continue Reading...]

Android malware increasing in Q2

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Malware and viruses on Android devices are no longer a surprise. However, the latest report from Russia-based security firm Kaspersky Labs is alarming. What You Need To Know: According to the Kaspersky report, around 14,900 new malicious … [Continue Reading...]

5 Essential Android Apps for the 2012 Presidential Campaign

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Whether you're a casual observer of the upcoming presidential election or a full blown political junkie, here are five Android apps that will get you the information you want, monitor up-to-the-minute tracking polls and allow you to participate by … [Continue Reading...]

Opera Mini 7.5 for Android offers Smart Page feature

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Opera Mini gets social with its latest update. Recently released is the Opera Mini Version 7.5 for Android which brings a new Smart Page feature and a few security bug fixes. What You Need To Know: The Opera Mini is known for compressing … [Continue Reading...]

AT&T adding 4 new Samsung devices to its lineup

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The holiday season is fast approaching. Phone manufacturers and carriers are gearing up for another busy season this year. AT&T has recently announced that it will be releasing 4 new Samsung devices in the coming months. Pricing and availability … [Continue Reading...]

Meet the ICS Matrix One tablet for just $59.99

An ICS Matrix One, a black tablet with an android logo on it, available for just $59.99.

Who would have thought that you could have an Android tablet with the Ice Cream Sandwich version of the OS for just $59.99? Yes, it’s just $59.99. Introducing the Matrix One, an ICS tablet that might fall into the low-end category of tablets, but its … [Continue Reading...]

HTC introduces mid-range Desire X at IFA

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HTC unveiled its latest midrange Android phone at the IFA event in Berlin with the introduction of the HTC Desire X. The new phone is an upgrade to the HTC Desire which was first released about two years ago. The device may not have the specs that … [Continue Reading...]