Android is a mobile operating system (OS) based on the Linux kernel and currently developed by Google. With a user interface based on direct manipulation, Android is designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablet computers, with specialized user interfaces for televisions (Android TV), cars (Android Auto), and wrist watches (Android Wear). Android is the most popular mobile OS. As of 2013, Android devices sell more than Windows, iOS, and Mac OS devices combined.
Unlike last year’s Moto X flagship which opted for an older processor, this year’s handset is expected to have a chip that let it compete favorably with other top-performing phones. Read more »
Google’s antitrust problems in Europe appeared to be winding down, but now a new investigation into its mobile phone software suggests they’re just getting started. Read more »
In a few weeks, Samsung will reportedly debut a new variant of its smartwatch line: The Gear Solo. This is expected to have a SIM card for data and possibly voice… Read more »
App makers can begin to use a trio of new APIs for Google Fit thanks to a preview SDK made available today. The APIs are part of Google Play Services so… Read more »
Rumors of the unannounced Samsung Galaxy Alpha with metal casing are on the rise but the FCC has shared many concrete details of a purported phone which could launch in early… Read more »
Ever wish you could have a work profile and a home profile on your Android smartphone? That feature is coming to the next public build of Android, according to Google’s issue… Read more »
Xiaomi overtook Samsung to become the largest smartphone vendor in China during the second quarter. Duplicating that success in outside its homeland will be difficult, but Xiaomi’s success provides some important… Read more »
The ol’ Moto X will be learning some new tricks as a Motorola executive has confirmed last year’s flagship phone will get the Android L software update. Read more »
Can the market support a notebook computer that runs a mobile operating system? That’s the question HP(s hpq) is attempting to answer with its SlateBook, a 14-inch laptop powered by Google(s goog)… Read more »