The Windows Embedded system that operates the multitude of handheld devices, scanners at retail chains is in danger of getting phased out. Until now, these handheld devices helped delivery staff, hospital staff, clerks at various outlets to manage their inventory, to verify deliveries and process orders. But now, as this Windows and Android collaboration comes to an end, all these will move to the Android OS and this represents one of the major shift of platforms in the industry for a long…
It is the age of fitness apps and Google is making the best out of it, coming up with an update to the Google Fit app. This update is not for the Smartphone app but only for the Android wear one. So what is the update all about? Now the users of Android Wear can monitor, stop and start their activity trackers from their smart watch itself, thanks to the new Activity screen. The “Start Activity” page is the one you see now instead of the “Start Challenge” one and you will get this by…
Android 6.0 Marshmallow has been out for a few months. But if you’re like most Android users, then you’re not going to get it until early this year. Is Marshmallow worth the wait? Here are the top 5 features in Android 6.0 Marshmallow to get you excited. 1) Personalized Lockscreen Messages Okay, we admit it: this feature is really small. But it’s also pretty cool. You can now add a personalized lockscreen message to your device under the clock. Use that message to say whatever you…
Microsoft celebrated Skype’s 10th birthday by introducing a huge new feature: free group video calling for all mobile users. The feature was announced on Tuesday, January 12 (Skype’s official birthday) although Microsoft did not announce a rollout plan. Free group video calling is coming to Android within the next few months. The feature is also coming to iOS and Windows Mobile – so Android users aren’t getting treated with anything too special. We don’t know when it’s…
Everyone loves a good tips and tricks article on the internet. Google clearly understands that as it just recently released the ultimate list of 154 Google tips and tricks. The tips are broken down into five categories, including: -Save Time -Do More -New Device -Ask Google -Improve Access Google actually plans to add to this list over time, turning it into the largest (and most official) list of Android tips and tricks on the market today. You can also choose to sort…
Big news came out of the Samsung Galaxy S7 rumor mill this morning. Samsung is reportedly planning to release three different versions of the Galaxy S7. Those three versions would be similar to the versions on the Galaxy S6: -Galaxy S7 -Galaxy S7 Edge -Galaxy S7 Edge+ The fact that there will be three versions of the Galaxy S7 has actually been a source of contention in the community for some time now. Originally, it was rumored there would be two versions – just like…
We’ve been hearing about bendable Androids as far back as 2013. But is 2016 the first year we could start to see foldable Androids on the market? It’s certainly a possibility. We know that Samsung has been playing around with the idea of foldable phones and tablets for some time now. Yes, According to One Group of Analysts According to one group of analysts at HSBC, 2016 will be the year Samsung finally launches its foldable Android smartphones and tablets. Samsung is reportedly…
The concept of Android Wear was a brilliant one when it was launched. Users wanting a smaller companion to their mobile and the extra screen for notifications visibility were thrilled at this. But beyond that, the concept did not thrill anybody and sales of such Android Wear did not quite set the market on fire. But things are looking up now and with the technology ecosystem evolving rapidly and with talks of smart homes in the air, the utility of Android Wear will be hard to ignore. There…
Android Wear devices have been on the market since 2014 and Android users are realizing they’re not just for hardcore Android users anymore. What are the best Android Wear watches for 2016? Follow along with us as we break down the best and most popular Android Wear watches your money can buy. Huawei Watch The simply-titled Huawei Watch is probably the most watch-like looking device on this list. It features a stylish and discrete leather strap as well as a sleek, circular metal frame…
The development of the Android OS over the years by Google has not been a very open one, what with the search engine giant engaging in sudden flip flops from time to time. The latest in this series is the change in the Android code base that has resulted out of the US Supreme Court not appealing Google’s case against Oracle of $1 billion. Unexpected tie up with Oracle despite ongoing legal battle Readers will know that the two companies have been engaged in a legal battle over the alleged…
