Could a Nexus Q successor be on the way?
Google's kept pretty quiet about the Nexus Q since removing it from sale last summer. Last we heard, the company was still working on refining its streaming sphere, and that was back in January. In recent days, the lack of Nexus Q support in the new Google Play Music app had led some to believe that Google had abandoned the project. However, freshly-filed FCC documents indicate that Google could be preparing another media player device for release.
The "H840 Device" is revealed in FCC documents to function "as a media player," and was given with the model number H2G2-42, an apparent Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy reference. As is customary for unreleased products, Google has requested that diagrams and photos of the device remain confidential.
Testing documents reveal that it was tested hooked up to a 24-inch Dell monitor, and that it possesses Wifi a/b/g/n support and a USB port. What's more, it gets its power from a separate power supply unit, so we can safely assume this isn't a smartphone, tablet or wearable device.
Google unveiled the ill-fated Nexus Q at least year's Google I/O conference, where attendees were given complementary spheres. The device went up for pre-order shortly afterwards, but before going on sale Google withdrew the device and shipped Qs out to pre-order customers free of charge. Despite being a no-show at this year's I/O, Google's official stance remains that it's "hard at work" improving the multimedia orb. So could this "H840" device be the result of the past year's efforts? We'll have to wait and see.
Source: FCC; via: Liliputing
Google has made some great enhancements to the Android platform with the goal of making their devices more user friendly to people with blindness or low-visibility. Google engineers have simplified the process for developers to augment their code to let Android use its accessibility features for these users. These accessibility features utilize either TalkBack (a spoken feedback system), or enable connected devices which give a blind person a legible description of the display to read using BrailleBack (a Braille emulator). TalkBack is already implemented in Android, while BrailleBack is available in the Play Store.
These features were put on display at an “Enabling Blind and Low-Vision Accessibility on Android” presentation at Google I/O. Developers were explained how to optimize their applications to take advantage of Android’s accessibility tools.
Mobile Accessibility by a Spanish company called Codefactory has already been assisting blind users for a while by using a simplified audio-based user interface. Their developers say that Android’s new enhancements will allow the company to work on new features for the service.
It’s really great to see support being improved for the visually-impaired community. There’s no reason everyone shouldn’t be able to experience how great Android is.
Source: Phone Arena
Come comment on this article: Google makes Android easier to use for visually-impaired users with TalkBack and BrailleBack.
Google has made some great enhancements to the Android platform with the goal of making their devices more user friendly to people with blindness or low-visibility. Google engineers have simplified the process for developers to augment their code to let Android use its accessibility features for these users. These accessibility features utilize either TalkBack (a spoken feedback system), or enable connected devices which give a blind person a legible description of the display to read using BrailleBack (a Braille emulator). TalkBack is already implemented in Android, while BrailleBack is available in the Play Store.
These features were put on display at an “Enabling Blind and Low-Vision Accessibility on Android” presentation at Google I/O. Developers were explained how to optimize their applications to take advantage of Android’s accessibility tools.
Mobile Accessibility by a Spanish company called Codefactory has already been assisting blind users for a while by using a simplified audio-based user interface. Their developers say that Android’s new enhancements will allow the company to work on new features for the service.
It’s really great to see support being improved for the visually-impaired community. There’s no reason everyone shouldn’t be able to experience how great Android is.
Source: Phone Arena
Come comment on this article: Google makes Android easier to use for visually-impaired users with TalkBack and BrailleBack.
With hectic schedules, it can be hard to keep track of everything in your news feed. That’s why we created the TalkAndroid Daily Dose. This is where we recap the day’s hottest stories so you can get yourself up to speed in quick fashion. Happy reading!!
Guides
Best Android music playing applications [May 2013]
Accessories
Samsung TecTiles 2 Now available to purchase
Apps
Fitbit adds Bluetooth 4.0 sync support for Samsung Galaxy S 4 in new update
Classic Sonic the Hedgehog by Sega launched to Google Play for $2.99
Carriers
AT&T blocking Google Hangout video chats on mobile networks
Gaming Hardware
NVIDIA to begin accepting SHIELD handheld gaming device pre-orders from today
Google Glass
Google Glass successfully unlocked, boots up with Ubuntu at I/O
Congress wants to know a little more about Google Glass privacy guidelines, sends a friendly letter to Larry Page in the process
Phones
HTC One $100 trade up program ends this Sunday, no extensions planned
Google to debut Android 4.3 on white Nexus 4 June 10th
Panasonic launches P51 in Indian markets, packed with 5-inch screen and stylus
Samsung Galaxy S 4 to reach 10 million sales by next week, Note III to have 5.9-inch OLED display
Is success of Samsung Galaxy S 4 pushing company to look outside for components?
Tablets
Nexus 7 refresh expected in July, same price with updated specs
Photo and details leak of 8-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab 3
Archos officially announces 80 Xenon tablet, set for June launch at $199 asking price
Updates
HTC One X rumored to get Sense 5.0 in new incoming update, brings Zoe and Blinkfeed along for the ride
HTC sales increase for One and Butterfly, Butterfly to receive Sense 5.0 update
Miscellaneous
Samsung grabs 95% of global Android smartphone profits in Q1 2013
Come comment on this article: TalkAndroid Daily Dose for May 17, 2013
With hectic schedules, it can be hard to keep track of everything in your news feed. That’s why we created the TalkAndroid Daily Dose. This is where we recap the day’s hottest stories so you can get yourself up to speed in quick fashion. Happy reading!!
Guides
Best Android music playing applications [May 2013]
Accessories
Samsung TecTiles 2 Now available to purchase
Apps
Fitbit adds Bluetooth 4.0 sync support for Samsung Galaxy S 4 in new update
Classic Sonic the Hedgehog by Sega launched to Google Play for $2.99
Carriers
AT&T blocking Google Hangout video chats on mobile networks
Gaming Hardware
NVIDIA to begin accepting SHIELD handheld gaming device pre-orders from today
Google Glass
Google Glass successfully unlocked, boots up with Ubuntu at I/O
Congress wants to know a little more about Google Glass privacy guidelines, sends a friendly letter to Larry Page in the process
Phones
HTC One $100 trade up program ends this Sunday, no extensions planned
Google to debut Android 4.3 on white Nexus 4 June 10th
Panasonic launches P51 in Indian markets, packed with 5-inch screen and stylus
Samsung Galaxy S 4 to reach 10 million sales by next week, Note III to have 5.9-inch OLED display
Is success of Samsung Galaxy S 4 pushing company to look outside for components?
Tablets
Nexus 7 refresh expected in July, same price with updated specs
Photo and details leak of 8-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab 3
Archos officially announces 80 Xenon tablet, set for June launch at $199 asking price
Updates
HTC One X rumored to get Sense 5.0 in new incoming update, brings Zoe and Blinkfeed along for the ride
HTC sales increase for One and Butterfly, Butterfly to receive Sense 5.0 update
Miscellaneous
Samsung grabs 95% of global Android smartphone profits in Q1 2013
Come comment on this article: TalkAndroid Daily Dose for May 17, 2013
Do you remember last month when we told you of the sad news that Samsung’s old TecTiles didn’t work with the new Galaxy S 4. Well cheer up my friends because Samsung TecTiles 2 are now available for you to purchase. For those of you that don’t know what a Samsung TecTile is, let me give you a quick refresher. They are smart NFC tags that can be programmed by the Samsung TecTile app to do many things. You can set TecTiles to change settings in the phone, call a specific number, or send a predefined text. As an example, you can place a tag at the office, and when you scan the it, it can set your smartphone to silent or it could bring up your work calendar. You choose what you want the tag to do when it is scanned, making the little tasks that much easier.
For those that have a Galaxy S 4 and want more info, check out the source.
Source: Samsung
Come comment on this article: Samsung TecTiles 2 Now available to purchase
Do you remember last month when we told you of the sad news that Samsung’s old TecTiles didn’t work with the new Galaxy S 4. Well cheer up my friends because Samsung TecTiles 2 are now available for you to purchase. For those of you that don’t know what a Samsung TecTile is, let me give you a quick refresher. They are smart NFC tags that can be programmed by the Samsung TecTile app to do many things. You can set TecTiles to change settings in the phone, call a specific number, or send a predefined text. As an example, you can place a tag at the office, and when you scan the it, it can set your smartphone to silent or it could bring up your work calendar. You choose what you want the tag to do when it is scanned, making the little tasks that much easier.
For those that have a Galaxy S 4 and want more info, check out the source.
Source: Samsung
Come comment on this article: Samsung TecTiles 2 Now available to purchase
If you’re thinking that HTC will extend their $100 trade-in promotion for the HTC One, then think again. Earlier in the month they extended it to purchases made by May 19th, which is this Sunday. HTC is reminding everyone that this is your final chance to get in on it, which means they don’t plan on extending it. Of course we never say never in this business, but if you’re thinking of grabbing the One with this deal, you might want to pick it up this weekend. Because there is always the possibility that you might want to return your shiny new phone, HTC is giving you until June 19 to get your paperwork in. Hit the source link and use code US001UVORE.
source: HTC Trade Up
Come comment on this article: HTC One $100 trade up program ends this Sunday, no extensions planned
If you’re thinking that HTC will extend their $100 trade-in promotion for the HTC One, then think again. Earlier in the month they extended it to purchases made by May 19th, which is this Sunday. HTC is reminding everyone that this is your final chance to get in on it, which means they don’t plan on extending it. Of course we never say never in this business, but if you’re thinking of grabbing the One with this deal, you might want to pick it up this weekend. Because there is always the possibility that you might want to return your shiny new phone, HTC is giving you until June 19 to get your paperwork in. Hit the source link and use code US001UVORE.
source: HTC Trade Up
Come comment on this article: HTC One $100 trade up program ends this Sunday, no extensions planned
So excited about selling the NVIDIA Shield are retailers that they have begun offering pre-orders early. Effective immediately, you can place an order for the gaming console/controller/Android device through places like Newegg, GameStop, and NVIDIA.
Gamers look to Gamestop as their defacto gaming destination,” said Joe Gorman, vice president of mobile at video game retailer GameStop. “As Android gamers look for a place to get the latest and greatest gear, it made total sense for us to carry SHIELD. We believe this handheld console will revolutionize the Android gaming market.”
We had a chance to play with the SHIELD at Google I/O this past week and really enjoyed the experience. Buttons were intuitive in the games we played; the 5-inch screen is quite stunning stuff.
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