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  • Google To Introduce A New 11-Inch Tablet This Year [Rumor]

    At Google I/O last year, Google showed that it was serious about making Android a serious contender in the tablet space with the Nexus 7. It inched in on Apple’s turf later that year with the Nexus 10, a Samsung-built tablet sporting the largest resolution yet seen on a mobile device. Now Google may be teaming up with Samsung to do it all over again.

    SamMobile reports that Samsung and Google are teaming up in 2013 to bring a Nexus 11 to market. The rumored tablet would feature an 11-inch display, a 8MP back-facing camera, a 2MP front-facing camera, and an Exynos Octa-core processor. The CPU is notable as it would be the first tablet to feature an octa-core processor. Samsung’s newest octa-core CPU has only been made available in the international Galaxy S4 thus far.

    Of course, Samsung doesn’t intend to let Google have all the fun. The company is rumored to also be releasing an 11-inch tablet under its own Galaxy Tab brand. The rumored Galaxy Tab 11 would feature the same specs as the Nexus 7, but it would be powered by a dual-core Exynos CPU to cut down on costs.

    As for other tablets, the report says that Samsung is planning to release a new Galaxy Tab 7 and Tab 8 later this year. The company is already releasing a Wi-Fi and 3G capable 7-inch Galaxy Tab 3 in May, but the rumored Galaxy Tab 7 would come with dual-sim support for those who frequently travel or want to operate on two carriers.

    All of this is just a rumor for now, but most of it sounds pretty legit. The Nexus 11 sounds like a natural evolution of Google’s Nexus line. As for Samsung’s other tablets, it loves to release its Galaxy Tab and Note hardware in multiple sizes. I wouldn’t be surprised to see more Galaxy Tabs in the coming months.

  • Google Fiber Android App Now Supports All Android 4.2 Devices

    One of the coolest things about Google Fiber is that the company throws in a free Nexus 7 tablet for those who subscribe to Google Fiber’s Internet and TV package. The tablet acts as a controller of sorts for the set top box allowing users to control all aspects of their television experience. Now the experience is moving to other Android devices.

    Google announced that the Google Fiber app for Android is now available on all devices sporting Android 4.2 or higher. That means that all of Google’s Nexus devices and the Asus Transformer Pad will now be supported. Of course, you may have installed a custom Android 4.2 ROM on your device, and that’s fine too.

    Oh, and before you ask, Google Fiber still isn’t expanding beyond Kansas City just yet. You can install the app though, and pretend that you live in Kansas City. That’s what the reviewers of the app are doing. Although, I’m pretty sure Google won’t be expediting the move of Fiber to other areas just because somebody from Michigan gave the app a five star review.

    You can grab the new Google Fiber app here. Install it on your Nexus device and dream of a day when you’re not being scammed by incumbent ISPs.

    [h/t: Engadget]

  • Google Removes Unofficial Nexus 4 LTE Support In Latest Update

    In November, it was discovered that Google’s Nexus 4 had a LTE chip in it. Some users were able to get the 3G-only phone onto 4G LTE networks in Canada, but it wasn’t exactly a widespread exploit. It apparently was enough of an issue, however, for Google to patch it out in the latest Android update.

    Anandtech reports that the latest Android update hitting the Nexus 4 – Android 4.2.2 – has removed the ability for the Nexus 4 to access LTE networks on band 4. Before, users could simply access LTE by choosing band 4 under Phone Info. That method of connecting to LTE has now been removed, and it doesn’t look like there’s any other way to access it.

    Here’s the guys from Anandtech showing how the Nexus 4 automatically kicks users off of LTE after the update:

    It’s an unfortunate turn of events for those who were getting LTE speeds on such a cheap phone, but it really was only a matter of time before Google patched it out. If you still want to get access to LTE, Droid Life suggests users either wait on updating or hope an enterprising developer takes out the radio update from the latest Android update.

    Either way, Nexus 4 owners will probably find a way around this latest update to keep getting their LTE speeds.

  • Next-Generation Nexus 7 May Drop Nvidia For Qualcomm [Rumor]

    Rumors have been building for a while now that Google will be introducing a new Nexus 7 this year. It will reportedly launch in May and feature a full HD display. Beyond that, we don’t know much else about the rumored hardware, but a recent report provides a few more details.

    Pacific Crest analyst Michael McConnell recently said that the next-generation Nexus 7 will be ditching Nvidia’s Tegra chip in favor of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon S4 Pro. The change in processor appears to be motivated by Qualcomm offering Google a better deal, as well as the S4 Pro featuring better integration with 3G/4G modem technologies.

    So, what does this mean for Nvidia? We’ve already heard rumors that OEMs were not committed to Tegra 4, and that Nvidia’s new mobile chip might be facing a hard time with adoption. At the time, I said the next-generation Nexus 7 may help the Tegra 4 get a leg up on the competition, but that may not be the case anymore. As for its financial impact, McConnell says that Nvidia stands to lose about $200 to $250 million if its booted out of the Nexus line.

    Still, all of this is rumor for now, and we won’t know anything for sure until the next-generation Nexus 7 is officially announced. When will that announcement be? McConnell backs up previous rumors by saying it will be announced at Google I/O in May, and start shipping shortly after.

    [h/t: ZDNet]

  • Nexus Tablet Refresh Could Come in May [RUMOR]

    DitiTimes, a Taiwanese publication that covers the tech manufacturing industry in Taiwan, is reporting that the next version of Google’s Nexus 7 tablet could be coming as soon as May of 2013. Citing “sources from the upstream supply chain,” the report claims that Google is once again working with Asus on the tablet.

    The device is rumored to feature a “Full HD resolution” display and a thinner bezel around the screen. These statements are similar to the rumors surrounding a retina display version of the iPad Mini and a new, much thinner full-sized iPad. Of course, the next nexus tablet would also come with the latest version of Google’s Android operating system, and would sell for the same price as current models of the Nexus 7.

    By DigiTimes’ shipping estimates, over six million Nexus 7 devices will have been shipped by the end of this month, with the $249 32GB Wi-Fi-only version being the best-seller. DigiTimes’ sources estimated that, including the rumored next-generation Nexus 7 tablet, Google is expected to ship around 10 million of the tablets in 2013.

    (via BGR)

  • T-Mobile Nexus 7 Now Available On Google Play Store

    T-Mobile Nexus 7 Now Available On Google Play Store

    There was much rejoicing when Google finally offered a HSPA+ option for its popular Nexus 7 tablet. The only minor concern was that AT&T was the only carrier listed as the device came with an AT&T SIM card. There are other HSPA+ networks in this country, but they never got a page on the Google Play store until now.

    It was noticed today that Google unceremoniously added a new option on its Nexus 7 ordering page. Alongside the AT&T Nexus 7, a T-Mobile Nexus 7 is now available as well. It’s the same 32GB unlocked tablet as before, but it now ships with a T-Mobile SIM card instead.

    In all reality, it’s not that big of a deal since SIM cards are so cheap these days. It’s just removes one more annoyance for T-Mobile subscribers who want to add a Nexus 7 to their network without having to order a new SIM card.

    Just like the AT&T Nexus 7, the T-Mobile Nexus 7 will only set you back $300. Not a bad price for one of the best 7-inch tablets on the market.

    Now if only Google and LG can work on getting a fresh supply of Nexus 4 handsets up on Google Play. The much sought after smartphone will be available at T-Mobile later this month so hopefully it will be back in stock on Google Play by that time as well.

    [h/t: Droid Life]

  • Did LG Already Stop Making The Nexus 4?

    The Nexus 4 came out last year to rave reviews from critics and consumers. The latest smartphone from Google and LG was a victim of its own popularity, however, and has been consistently sold out for the past month. A new report out of CES may shed some light on why that has been the case.

    IBTimes UK reports that a rumor is currently circulating that says LG has stopped production of its popular Nexus 4. It would definitely explain why the device has been sold out, but why would LG, a relatively minor player in the smartphone market, stop making such a popular device. The answer might have slipped out during LG’s CES press conference.

    IBTimes UK reports that James Fisher, LG Electronics SVP, said that the Nexus 4 was just “the first of many” Nexus devices it was working on with Google. He also teased that the company would be revealing some new devices during the Mobile World Congress in February. One of those new devices may be a new Nexus smartphone meant to replace the Nexus 4.

    At the moment, this is just a rumor, but it’s a particularly interesting one. Why would LG so quickly replace the Nexus 4 with a newer model? Does Google think the Nexus line needs a refresh so soon after the Nexus 4 proved to be a critical and commercial success? There doesn’t seem to anything fundamentally wrong with the hardware so it makes little sense to replace it with hardware that’s only marginally better so soon.

    If it did get replaced though, what would a new Nexus smartphone from LG look like? Rumors from IBTimes say that the next Nexus could sport a 2GHz quad-core processor and the next version of Android – Key Lime Pie or Kandy Kane. If it sports the next version of Android, however, the phone wouldn’t be available until Google I/O which takes place in May. I don’t think LG or Google want to hold off on having a Nexus smartphone for that long.

    In short, I don’t think there’s much credence to this rumor. Is LG making a new Nexus smartphone? Probably. Are they going to phase out the Nexus 4 so soon to make room for it? Probably not. It’s already been well reported that LG has “scarce and erratic” distribution, so we might just have to wait a bit before the Nexus 4 returns to the Google Play store.

    In any case, we’ve reached out to Google for comment. We’ll let you know if and when they get back to us.

  • LG Rubs In The Fact That You Can’t Buy A Nexus 4 With Jealousy Inducing Video

    The Nexus 4 has been sold out for quite a while now. The best thing to do is try to ignore the allure of Google’s latest smartphone. Google isn’t making it easy though as the company recently posted a video showing off Jelly Bean’s impressive Photo Sphere feature. LG is far crueler, however, as it’s showing off just how awesome the Nexus 4 in its entirety is.

    Everything on display can be found in the newest version of Jelly Bean, but the OS is only available on Nexus devices at the moment. Sure, you could download a custom ROM, but LG really sells the Nexus 4 here. It just makes you want to buy one, but alas, you can not as the device is still sold out.

    In fact, the Nexus 4, Nexus 7 and Nexus 10 are all sold out. These are the only devices, aside from the widely available Galaxy Nexus, that officially support Android 4.2 at the moment. It’s almost like Google is telling you to root your Galaxy S III and install an Android 4.2 custom ROM. Most carriers are now just getting to Android 4.1 so it will undoubtedly be a while until carriers upgrade everyone to the newest flavor of Jelly Bean.

    Until LG fixes its hardware distribution, you can pick up Nexus 4 smartphones at inflated prices on eBay. The gadget scalpers are in full force offering Nexus 4 devices for the low price of $550 when the MSRP is only $300. At that price, you’re better off just buying a Galaxy S III and installing a custom Jelly Bean ROM.

  • Google Nexus 4 Sells Out In Less Than An Hour

    As promised, Google’s Nexus 4 and Nexus 10 both went on sale this morning. Both devices have proven to be pretty popular, but the Nexus 4 may just be Google’s most popular device yet.

    The Next Web reports that the Nexus 4 sold out on the Google Play store in about 50 minutes this morning. If you check the store, both the 8GB and 16GB variants are sold out. Customers who missed out can enter their email address so they’ll be the first to know when it’s back in stock.

    Google Nexus 4 Sells Out

    The Nexus 4 isn’t just doing well in the US. There are reports that that the new smartphone has sold out in the UK and in Germany. Germany was by far the most impressive with its initial allotment selling out in about 15 minutes.

    The Nexus 10, Google’s new 10-inch tablet, is doing pretty well for itself too. The 16GB variant is still in stock, but the 32GB variant sold out this morning. The Next Web reports that the Nexus 10 has also sold out in the UK.

    The rate at which Nexus devices sell out proves that Google is doing something right. It’s probably the combination of solid hardware with low prices, but the devices being equipped with stock Android may have something to do with it too. There’s something to be said about having a pure experience, and Android on Nexus devices provide that kind of experience.

  • Google Channels The Life Aquatic For Its New Nexus 7 Ad

    We’re only a few weeks away from the official beginning of the holiday shopping season. As such, Google is starting to kick its advertising machine for its line of Nexus products into high gear. The first ad focuses on Google’s older tablet – the Nexus 7.

    It would be hard to beat the first Nexus 7 ad as it featured a father and son camping in the backyard with dinosaurs – a velociraptor from Jurassic Park to be exact. It was pretty awesome, but Google has definitely outdone itself with an ad that channels The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou – the 2004 comedy-drama from Wes Anderson.

    Critics have traditionally called Apple a company that makes products for hipsters and mindless consumers. Samsung’s latest ads targeting Apple fans perpetuates that stereotype, but it may not be wholly accurate anymore. Apple’s latest ad for the iPad Mini is more minimalistic and could appeal to a wide variety of consumers.

    Google’s latest Nexus 7 ad is the epitome of the Internet definition of hipster, and that’s a good or bad thing depending on your outlook. Google is trying to say that its Nexus line can unlock the creativity of the individual to achieve something great. The idea will resonate with some consumers, but others are just going to see a bunch of hippies in a high-rise wasting money on an art installation.

    Either way, it’s a pretty cool ad. Strangely enough, Droid Life says that the ad has been marked as private on Google’s own Nexus YouTube page. It’s unknown when it will go back up. It’s also unknown if Google will air ads for its other new Nexus devices – the Nexus 10 and the Nexus 4.

  • Is The Nexus 10 Better Than The Fourth Generation iPad?

    Is The Nexus 10 Better Than The Fourth Generation iPad?

    Apple fired a shot across Google’s bow last week with the reveal of the iPad Mini. The company even went as far as directly comparing its new mini-tablet to Google’s Nexus 7 tablet. Google fired right back on Monday with the Nexus 10, a new 10-inch tablet that just might beat the recently upgraded fourth generation iPad at its own game.

    Droid Life created a handy comparison chart between the two devices that stacks up each device’s respective specs side-by-side. There are some differences that shoppers will need to take into account as we head into the holiday shopping season.

    Nexus 10 Better Than Retina Display iPad

    Let’s start with the Nexus 10’s main selling point – the display. The Nexus 10 has a resolution of 2560×1600 which puts it a hair above the iPad’s 2048×1536 retina display. Both displays are going to look gorgeous no matter how you look at it. Android and Apple fans will tell you one is better than the other for a variety of reasons, but know that you’re getting a quality display out of either device.

    Beyond display, performance is where things really matter. The new iPad features an A6X dual-core processor that Apple claims is twice as fast as the A5X that powered the third generation iPad. The Nexus 10 is powered by Samsung’s top of the line Exynos 5 A15 processor. Both of these processors are extremely powerful, but we’ll have to wait until benchmark tests come out to declare a definitive winner.

    For now, many iPad games and other applications may run better since they are built specifically for the iPad. A lot of Android apps are built specifically for smartphones and upscaled for tablets. Google needs to get Android developers to start making apps specifically for tablets if they want to compete on a fair level with the iPad.

    Everything else is pretty similar across both tablets except for price and network abilities. The Nexus 10 will only have a Wi-Fi option at launch whereas the fourth generation iPad can take advantage of LTE networks for mobile communications. Of course, going the LTE route jacks up the iPad price to $629 for the 16GB model.

    Going with Wi-Fi alone, the Nexus 10 also presents the better deal. A 16GB Nexus 10 will run you $399 whereas the Wi-Fi 16GB fourth generation iPad costs $499. At that price, you could get the 32GB Nexus 10.

    Chances are you’re going to be shopping for a tablet this holiday season. As far as 10-inch tablets go, the iPad 4 and Nexus 10 are the best you can get. You can’t go wrong with either one. It’s either going to come down to price or the quality of apps when deciding between the two. Go with the Nexus 10 if you want a cheaper tablet that has the potential to outperform the fourth generation iPad. On the other hand, you should go with the iPad if you want a large collection of apps that are built with the retina display in mind.

  • Here’s All The New Stuff In Android 4.2

    Here’s All The New Stuff In Android 4.2

    Google had to cancel its Android event in New York City due to Hurricane Sandy, but that didn’t stop the company from canceling its announcements. The Nexus 10 and Nexus 4 are now official members of the Google Nexus family. The new devices will be joined by a new version of the Android operating system.

    Google detailed all the new features coming to Android 4.2, the OS powering the Nexus 10 and Nexus 4, today. The Nexus 7 will also get the upgrade when it becomes available. It brings a number of new additions to Android including a feature that should have been there from the start.

    First up is the new photo sphere camera. It allows any camera to take wide panorama shots by stitching together multiple shots of the environment. It’s kind of hard to explain so here’s a video that shows off the new feature.

    The touchscreen keyboard gets an upgrade in Android 4.2 as well. Google calls it Gesture Typing, the feature has users gliding their fingers over the keys to type words while only lifting their fingers to create spaces. The keyboard will also predict your next word so you don’t have to even finish typing sentences.

    The best new feature in Android 4.2 is one that should have been there from the start. Tablets can now have multiple accounts with each person in the household being able to set up their own unique account that only they can access. Mobile devices are becoming more and more like personal computers and it’s about time they started acting like them. Having multiple accounts is a big step in that direction.

    Here's All The New Stuff In Android 4.2

    For those who have a wireless display adapter for their HDTV, Android 4.2 can now stream YouTube and HD video directly to the television. Since it shows whatever is on your phone or tablet’s screen, you can also take advantage of Daydream. It’s a screensaver of sorts that displays your photo albums or the latest news from Google Currents on your phone, tablet or wirelessly connected television.

    Another big addition in Android 4.2 is expandable, actionable notifications. Users can now directly take action on notifications without having to open the app. It’s a major improvement over past iterations of Android that helps increase productivity.

    Google Now received a sizable update that’s worthy of its own post. For more on that, check out our post on all the new cards coming to Google Now.

    Just like in Android 4.1, Android 4.2 improves upon the core framework that powers the OS. It’s not a major update, indicated by it keeping the Jelly Bean moniker, but it features a lot of improvements that are much appreciated.

    Android 4.2 will be first available on all the Nexus devices including the Nexus 4 smartphone and Nexus 10 tablet. It’s unknown if devices currently awaiting the upgrade to Android 4.1, like the Galaxy S III, will get Android 4.2 this year.

  • Google Announces Its New Line Of Nexus Devices

    Google Announces Its New Line Of Nexus Devices

    Google’s Android event set for this morning was canceled due to the vicious weather currently hitting New York City in the form of Hurricane Sandy. Some wondered if Google would also delay the expected announcements such as the Nexus 4 and Nexus 10. Thankfully, Google knows that we can’t wait and decided to unveil the new devices via their blog.

    First up, Google confirmed the rumors that LG would be making the Nexus 4 smartphone. All the specs are also confirmed including the 4.7-inch display. The device will come equipped with Android 4.2, which is still called Jelly Bean. It features Gesture Typing, which Google says “lets you glide your finger over the letters you want to type on the keyboard.” The new Jelly Bean also adds support for Miracast wireless displays so you can watch movies, YouTube videos and other media on an HDTV without the use of cables.

    The Nexus 4 will be available in two flavors – 8GB and 16GB. The unlocked 8GB will set you back $299 while the unlocked 16GB will cost $349. T-Mobile will be offerring the 16GB Nexus 4 for $199 under contract. It will be available from the Google Play store on November 13.

    All of the rumors concerning the Nexus 10 have also been confirmed. The device sports a massive 2560×1600 resolution. They claim it has a powerful battery that offers up to nine hours of HD video playback. It also features two front-facing stereo speakers.

    Android 4.2 on the Nexus 10 will have the previously rumored sharing feature. It allows multiple accounts to be created on one tablet so every family member can custom tailor the device to their needs.

    The Nexus 10 will also be available on November 13 from the Google Play store. The 16GB version wil cost $399 while the 32GB will cost $499.

    As for the Nexus 7, Google confirmed the size increase. The 16GB Nexus 7 will cost $199 and the 32GB will cost $249. In even better news, Nexus 7 is also going mobile with HSPA+. The 32GB HSPA+ Nexus 7 will cost $299. Current owners of the Nexus 7 will be upgraded to Android 4.2 in the near future.

    Google Play is also getting a new feature in the form of music matching. Every Android device will now scan your personal music collection and match it against the music catalog on Google Play. All matches will be made immediately available for streaming from Google Play. The feature will be available in Europe on November 13 and in the US soon after.

    Here’s the first look at the new Nexus devices:

  • Nexus 7 Price Drops as 32GB Model is Unveiled

    It’s been known for a while and rumored for even longer that Google’s Nexus 7 tablet will be arriving in a 32GB model soon. Just last week Office Depot began offering the device through its web store. This weekend, Office Depot decided to go all-out and the store is now displaying the device in its stores across the country.

    According to a Droid Life report, the retailer put the new 32GB Nexus 7 on display yesterday for $250. Along with the new version of the mini-tablet, the 16GB version has had its price drop to only $200, putting it at the same price point as the Kindle Fire HD.

    It’s unclear whether Office Depot jumped the gun on the tablet, or whether the retailer got some sort of exclusive deal. The new Nexus 7 is still not available through Google Play, which still lists the 16GB Nexus 7 for $249, though the tablet isn’t for sale. Instead, the site has a “Coming Soon” message and an email notification request for when the tablet goes back on sale.

    The price drop and new Nexus 7 model were undoubtedly going to be a part of a Google Android announcement event scheduled to take place today. That event has been postponed indefinitely due to the threat of hurricane Sandy. It will be interesting to see whether any other expected products, such as the Nexus 4 and the Nexus 10-inch tablet appear on store shelves before Google can reschedule its announcement.

  • Google Android Event Canceled Due To Hurricane Sandy

    Google Android Event Canceled Due To Hurricane Sandy

    Hurricane Sandy has been slowly moving its way up the east coast. It’s expected to hit New York City later tonight or early Tuesday morning. The impending storm has halted anything and everything in and around New York City.

    Google has canceled its Android event due to take place this morning in New York City. The company has yet to reschedule the event, but I can’t see it being delayed over a week. Apple and Microsoft already had their events last week so Google can’t afford to hold it off for much longer.

    Leaks and rumors suggested that Google was going to show off a number of new additions to its Nexus line of tablets and smartphones. First up, it’s already been pretty much confirmed that LG is making the Nexus 4. The phone sports a 4.7-inch 1280×768 screen and it’s powered by a 1.5GHz Quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro processor. Even more interesting, it sports the newest version of Android – 4.2.

    The other major hardware addition to the Nexus line is rumored to be the Nexus 10 – a 10-inch tablet built by Samsung. The device has been pretty much confirmed as images of the manual and the device itself have leaked to the Web. It’s rumored that the Nexus 10 will sport a resolution of 2560×1600. It will also be equipped with the Android 4.2 operating system.

    On a final note, it was rumored that the event would bring some upgrades to Google’s current Nexus line as well. Specifically, the 8GB Nexus 7 would be getting the axe while the 16GB Nexus 7 would be dropped to $199. Taking its place would be a 32GB Nexus 7 for $249.

    Google will most likely have a new date for its Android event before the end of the week. We’ll let you know when the new date is and we’ll be sure to bring you all the news from the rescheduled event.

    [h/t: Droid Life]

  • Samsung Nexus 10 Tablet Photos Leaked

    Samsung Nexus 10 Tablet Photos Leaked

    In the current tech climate, it’s a given that no device will stay truly secret until its announcement. This is especially true with Apple, where nearly every detail of their devices is known before they are announced. As Samsung continues to sell smartphones at an incredible rate and consolidate its hold over the Android device market, it too has become the subject of analysts who pour over every aspect of the Chinese manufacturing industry for device rumors.

    Google is expected to announce several Nexus devices at its big event on Monday, October 29. Perhaps the most anticipated of those devices is Samsung’s Nexus 10, a 10-inch tablet reported to be positioned as a rival to Apple’s iPad. Today, BriefMobile posted over a dozen leaked photos of the device.

    In general, the tablet looks like a larger version of the Nexus 7, but it also bears some resemblance to Samsung’s recently released Galaxy Note 10.1. Of course, being a Nexus tablet gives the Nexus 10 an advantage when it comes to software, since it will undoubtedly run a purer version of Android than can be found on many Android devices. In fact, the Nexus 10 is rumored to come with Android 4.2, which hasn’t even been announced yet. Also, Nexus devices have historically been among the first devices to receive operating system upgrades, which can be a frustration for users who wait months (or forever) for Android updates.

    No other details about the device have been released, but a leaked manual for the product that hit the web earlier this week shows the tablet will have front and rear cameras and a Micro HDMI port.

    (Photo via BriefMobile)

  • 32GB Nexus 7 Is Now Available From Office Depot

    Google, much like Apple, is pretty bad at keeping secrets. Most, if not all, of the major announcements from the company’s Android-focused show have already been leaked over the past few weeks. One of the more prominent rumors was that Google would release a 32GB Nexus 7 tablet in time for the holidays. That rumor has just been confirmed by a major retailer.

    Earlier this morning, Office Depot’s page for the 32GB Nexus 7 just went live. There is no picture of the device and it’s only available through in-store pickup. Regardless, it’s still available and only costs $249.99. You can buy one today and pick up it at the store.

    Interestingly enough, Office Depot is still selling the 16GB Nexus 7 for the same price as the newly revealed 32GB version. The price is probably going to drop to a more manageable $199 once Google’s Monday event rolls around.

    Google themselves are already hinting that the 8GB Nexus 7 is going to be killed off. The device is currently unavailable on Google Play. They may be taking a page out of Amazon’s playbook in how the retailer regularly discontinues products a few days before they’re going to be replaced.

    Google could surprise us though. They could legitimately be sold out of the 8GB Nexus 7 and are planning on dropping the price even further. It could even be the rumored $99 tablet, but I highly doubt it. If anything, the 8GB Nexus 7 will be dropped to $150. At that price, it would be the most affordable tablet of its quality on the market.

    We’ll be sure to hear more details on the 32GB Nexus 7 and more at Google’s Android event next Monday. We’ll be bringing you all the latest updates from the event. Until then, you might want to read up on some of the more interesting Nexus rumors to get an idea of what to expect.

    [h/t: Droid Life]

  • Samsung Nexus 10 Manual Leak Hits The Web [Rumor]

    Samsung Nexus 10 Manual Leak Hits The Web [Rumor]

    One of the more persistent rumors regarding Google’s Android event next week is the existence of a 10-inch tablet from Samsung. Its rumored name is the Nexus 10 and will give the new retina display-equipped iPad a run for its money. The name might not be a rumor anymore thanks to a leak.

    Korean site Seeko recently published two images of what appears to be the user manual for the Nexus 10. The pictures only show the front of the manual and two pages from the inside, but it’s enough to see that Samsung is indeed making what looks to be a 10-inch tablet from Google.

    Samsung Nexus 10 Manual Leaked

    Samsung Nexus 10 Manual Leaked

    It’s important to note that these images can’t be verified. This is still all a rumor at this point as Google has not many any announcements in regards to a new tablet. With that being said, the manual does look legitimate enough.

    It’s a little unfortunate that the latest leak can’t confirm the latest rumors on the device’s specs. It’s rumored to have a massive 2560×1600 display. The device is also rumored to be running the next generation of Android – version 4.2.

    The pictures in the manual make it look like the Nexus 10 will be a Galaxy Tab in Google makeup. It remains to be seen if the innards of the device will be comparable to the Galaxy Tab though. The massive screen resolution suggests that the specs will be similar, if not superior, to that of the Galaxy Tab 2.

    [h/t: The Verge]

  • Samsung Nexus 10 To Feature Android 4.2

    Samsung Nexus 10 To Feature Android 4.2

    The latest Android operating system version is 4.1, otherwise known as Jelly Bean. It was introduced at Google I/O this year, and is now slowly working its way into devices around the world. Rumors indicate that the next version of Android would be called Key Lime Pie or Kandy Cane, but it looks like we’ll be stuck with Jelly Bean for a while longer.

    Google will be announcing a number of Android devices and updates at an event next Monday. There have been numerous rumors regarding what’s going to be on display, but a report from The Next Web reveals all. A source close to Google disclosed that the company will be announcing the Samsung Nexus 10 at the event. This is the rumored 10-inch tablet that Google will be using to take on the regular iPad at its own game with an impressive 2560×1600 display.

    It’s also reported that the Nexus 10 will be equipped with Android 4.2. Everybody thought the next version of Android would be getting a name change, but Google is reportedly sticking with the Jelly Bean name for now. The extra time with Jelly Bean will hopefully convince them that Kandy Cane is an awful name for the next major upgrade.

    In other good news, the leaked LG Nexus 4 will also feature the new Android 4.2 operating system. As for those leaked specs from last week, The Next Web reports that those are correct. It looks like we’ll be getting a powerful phone at a cheap price if the rumored price of $300 sticks.

    It’s great that Google is pushing Android 4.2 on two different devices at once, but what does the new OS offer over previous iterations? According to the report, Android 4.2 will have a new feature called “Content in the center.” In essence, it allows users to access Google Play via a widget.

    The other more interesting feature in 4.2 is “Tablet sharing.” It allows users to create multiple accounts on one device with different apps tied to each account. This is something that Apple and Amazon have still not done, and it’s a welcome addition for tablet owners who want to set up separate accounts for family members. Parental controls can only do so much after all.

    Leaks take some of the fun of anticipation out of events, but it looks like Google is going to have one heck of a show on their hands. Android 4.2 looks to be exciting enough as it is and tablet sharing needs to be a thing across every mobile device. Here’s hoping Google inspires Apple and Amazon to follow.

  • Sony Nexus X Was A Fake, Creator Explains How He Did It Via Infographic

    Remember that Sony Nexus phone that was leaked a few days ago? Turns out the whole thing was a fake. Unlike most fakes, however, the creator has come forward to explain why he did it. He also showed off how he did it via an amazing infographic.

    The pictures of the fake Sony Nexus X went up on Picasa on Sunday, October 14 at 5:30 p.m. It took 16 hours for the first story to appear on XperiaBlog. Our story went up a few hours later. After that, the story spread like wildfire until there was 521 news articles about the fake device.

    As for the design of the actual fake, he created it through an impressive 3D render based on design elements from both the Nexus and Xperia lineup of handsets. Check it out for yourself:

    Sony Nexus X Fake

    For the why, you can check that out over at the creator’s tumblr page. It’s an interesting read on journalism, fakes and wishful thinkers who hoped this was real.

    [h/t: Android Central]

  • Leak Reveals Full Details On LG’s Nexus Phone

    We know that LG is making a Nexus phone for Google. The only thing was that we didn’t know much about the phone. There were a few images, but nothing else. A leak today provides us a lot more information, and you should be excited.

    Master leaker @evleaks revealed on Twitter this morning the full specs for the LG Nexus 4. The original leaked imaged showed a device that looked similar to LG’s recently unveiled Optimus G handset. The new image, while not as detailed, appears to look similar.

    LG Nexus 4

    Unfortunately, @evleaks doesn’t have shots of the back or sides of the device. The front can only tell us so much, and even then, it’s not much. That’s where the specs of the device come in, and @evleaks has them.

    The phone will feature a 1.5GHz Quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro processor, 1280×768 4.7-inch display, 2GB of RAM, 8GB/16GB internal storage, 8MP rear camera, 1.3MP front camera, Jelly Bean, 2100mAh battery, and it’s all contained in a package that’s 9.1mm thick. Any way you slice it, those are some impressive specs. There’s no word on connectivity speeds, but DroidLife speculates that it won’t have 4G LTE to cut costs.

    The leak doesn’t say whether or not this is the phone that Google will be showing off at its October 29 event in New York City, but there’s a good chance it is. There’s also rumors of a 32GB Nexus 7, 10-inch Samsung Nexus tablet, and $99 tablet floating around. If all this comes to pass, Google may be able to pull attention away from the iPad Mini.