Android 2.3.4 Bringing Video Chat to Nexus S. It’s Official Now!
And so yes, it’s official. Android 2.3.4 (GRJ22) software update will be bringing Google Talk video chat to the Nexus S. We just reported yesterday of Google rolling out the first few Android 2.3.4 updates to internal Googlers.
Google made it official with a blog post and a tweet that the Android 2.3.4 (GRJ22) will be rolling out in the coming weeks. It will bring bug fixes for the Nexus One and video chat to the Nexus S.
Google Docs Android App, Now Available in Android Market
by Haris on April 27, 2011
in Android, Mobile Apps
Google has just launched their official Google Docs Android app in the Android Market. You can now easily create, edit, upload and share your documents right from your Android phone with the Google Docs app.
Google Docs for Android app is now available for download from the Android Market. We have just downloaded the app and are playing with its features.
Android 2.3.4 (GRJ22): Android Video-Calling via Google Talk
Google rolled out Android 2.3.4 (GRJ22) software update to some internal testers and guess what this update has… Android Google Talk video-calling!
We have been hearing rumours of Google planning to add official Google Talk video-calling in Android devices, but it wasn’t confirmed. Well, now it is – thanks to a friend who got hold of this update.
Samsung Galaxy S II: 3 Commercials
Samsung Galaxy S II, the highly anticipated phone of this year is about to launch in a few days. Samsung never came clear of the dates it will be launching the phone, but it seems fans in UK are going to be the first ones to get their hands on the device.
Three commercials have been released in the last few days by Samsung to promote the Samsung Galaxy S II phone. You can check out the videos right after the jump below. Don’t forget to check out our quick hands-on with the Samsung Galaxy S2.
Check Where Google Recorded Android Phone Location
by Haris on April 24, 2011
in Android, Mobile Apps
You probably heard how Apple records and tracks your location through the iPhone, the same is the case with Google tracking your location with Android phone and devices. But ofcourse, Google does that with permission.
Google asks for permission on tracking your location anonymously in the beginning when setting up your your new Android phone or after a full reset. Android records your location and sends it back to Google; caches the position on your Android device.
Sony Ericsson: XPERIA Arc vs XPERIA X10
We did a preview of Sony Ericsson’s XPERIA Arc a couple of days back. Our first impressions with the phone have been really good. The phone clearly beats the XPERIA X10 in speed, size, camera etc.
We did a head-to-head comparison between the XPERIA Arc and XPERIA X10 – mostly with photos. Sorry, no videos this time.
Sync Facebook Albums on Android Phone
by Haris on April 22, 2011
in Android, Mobile Apps
You can now sync Facebook albums and photos from your profile to your Android phone. We believe, this feature should be available on the official Facebook for Android app, but since it is not there, we have an alternative.
Facebook Album Sync is a free Android app that allows you to sync all or selected Facebook albums/photos from your account to the Gallery app in your Android phone. It also keeps a check on changes and syncs them.
Samsung Galaxy S II Release in UK: On April 27
Samsung Galaxy S II is one of the most hyped phone these days which is about to release in various countries, starting by the end of this month. There is still no official word from Samsung about any exact launch dates.
Phones4u, a UK retailer, has confirmed to get you the Samsung Galaxy S2 (photos, video) on April 27, but only if you pre-order now. It was not clear earlier if they would actually have the Galaxy S2 by April 27, but was later confirmed that they will be available on pre-orders only.
HTC Sensation ROM Leaked, Includes Sense 3.0
HTC Sensation is one of the anticipated dual-core devices which are to release sometime in the next few months. The first HTC Sensastion ROM has been leaked, that also includes the beautiful HTC Sense 3.0 UI.
911Sniper has leaked the ROM for developers to play with – and ofcourse, port over Sense 3.0 to other older devices i.e HTC Desire HD, HTC Desire etc. as it is rumoured that HTC Sense 3.0 will be only released for newer devices.
