Last week we showed an update on where Firefox for Tablets was in terms of design. What we saw was a well designed browser with a handy tabs section that appears down the side when in landscape mode. We now hear that a test version is available for Android tablet users to download.
Archives for September 2011
Multitasking on the iPad Concept Video Released
September 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
We often come across iPad and iPhone concept ideas. Normally they relate to something that is unreleased such as the hardware or some software feature that isn’t available. Today, the concept we came across was for a spruced up version of multitasking on the Apple iPad. The regular multitasking on the iPad happens when you double tap the home button and a bar scrolls up from the bottom of the screen to reveal which apps are still in use. You can then scroll to the right to find the app you want to carry on with or tap elsewhere to close it out. This new version is a little different.
Android to be Optimised for Intel Chips
September 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Google Android will soon run on Intel Chipsets according to an announcement made earlier today. Over at the Intel Developer Forum (IDF) Andy Rubin of Google went on stage with a prototype smartphone running Google Android 2.3 which was powered by an Intel Medfield chip which is the latest in the Atom series from the company.
Another HTC Runnymede Photo Leaked
September 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Earlier today a picture of the HTC Runnymede was posted online. We now have a second picture that shows the back of the device as well as a side profile.
iOS 5 Beta 8 Coming Friday
September 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
iOS 5 beta 8 will likely launch this coming Friday. From what we understand the beta 8 version will be the final beta in preparation for the GM release which is expected on or around September 23.
Auto Rollover Contracts to be Banned by Ofcom
September 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The UK communications regulator Ofcom is bringing new rules in which will prevent auto rollover contracts from being legal. At the moment a company such as BT can make a contract auto renew at the end of the initial agreement. Under the new rules this practise will be banned.
iPhone 5 Redesign Might Not Happen
September 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A number of people believe that the iPhone 5 will be different to the iPhone 4 in terms of design. Some suggest that tapered edges (like the iPad 2) will be part of the design. Some think a slimmer model with a larger screen will be made. Some cases have hinted at slightly different dimensions as have other leaked details. But, we are hearing now that Apple could be keeping almost the exact same design in the new model.
iOS 5 GM Release Expected September 23
September 13, 2011 by Leave a Comment
iOS 5 is expected to launch within the next month or so. We now hear that the iOS 5 GM release date will be in the last week of September which will then be followed by the official launch sometime in the middle of October.
iCloud Beta Included in Mac OS X Lion 10.7.2 Beta
September 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment
A new version of Mac OS X rolled out on Sunday evening to developers. The new version is 10.7.2 and with it, iCloud has been included. Although iCloud has been available on the beta versions of Mac OS X for a few weeks now, this is the first time that it has been included in to the OS rather than via another install package.
Shatterproof Plastic Logic 100 eReader For Classrooms Launches
September 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The Plastic Logic 100 is a new eReader that has a 10.7 inch eInk display. The eReader has been designed specifically for use in schools and works well with educational type applications.
HTC Could Buy webOS from HP
September 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment
HTC has confirmed that it is considering buying a mobile operating system. No particular OS has been named and HTC isn’t buying on impulse. However, one good option that I am sure they are looking at is webOS as HP dropped it in the past month.
New HTC Smartphone Announcement Coming September 20
September 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment
HTC has sent out invites to an event being held on the 20th September. No specific details have been provided about what is being announced, but we’ve seen some smartphone details leak in recent weeks which includes the likes of the Bliss, Vigor, Amaze and Holiday which is what could be announced at the event.
