iBooks VS. Google's Newly Released Google Books

Couple of days back, Google announced their new eBook app release of Google Books. This app allows you to read eBooks off your iOS device just the same as Apple's iBooks. It also lets you buy books from a store. So whats the difference between iBooks and Google Books? Which is the better one?

 

Google Reveals the Cr-48, the First Ever Chrome OS Laptop!

Google has announced its first Chrome OS laptop called the Cr-48! This laptop is currently unbranded and will be distributed through its Chrome OS Pilot Program. This is sort of a public beta, but Googe is most likely interested in businesses which will provide feedback back to Google and comment on it's quality. There doesnt seem to be a way to pay for one now though.

 

Google Introduces Nexus S Along with Android 2.3 Gingerbread !

Google today has Announced the long waited Nexus S along with their new Android 2.3 Gingerbread. The new version of Android brings some new amazing Features as rich multimedia — including support for VP8 and WebM video and new audio effects, support for front-facing cameras, SIP/VoIP and

 

Wikileaks Now Running on Over 300 Domains

Over the past few days, Wikileaks has had more than it’s share of hosting difficulty. Most of them was hosted out of Switzerland, but no matter where the site chooses for hosting it has constantly come under heavy attack.

 

Google Chrome OS netbook keyboard

It's just a Chrome OS sorta day, isn't it? To catch you up here, we told you earlier that Google is planning to announce its own Chrome OS netbook this coming Tuesday, and well, now we're peering at a supposed picture of that very machine's keyboard. We don't know all that much about the rest of the netbook -- we've heard from multiple sources that it's powered by an Intel Atom

 

Steve Wozniak Misquoted 'Almost every app that I have is better on the iPhone'

Earlier today we posted that Steve Wozniak, the co-founder of Apple has been interviewed and quoted that "Android phones have more features" which would help Google's OS become the dominant smartphone platform and will be the winner of smartphone wars, Wozniak is now trying to walk back his comments a little bit.

According to Engadget, he says he'd "never" say that Android was better than iOS, and that "Almost every app I have is better on the iPhone." He also notes about Android:

to be a lot like Windows... I'm not trying to put Android down, but I'm not suggesting it's better than iOS by any stretch of the imagination. But it can get greater marketshare and still be crappy.

You can listen to what he said, courtesy of Engadget:

 

Steve Wozniak: Android will be the Dominant Smartphone OS

Steve Wozniak, Apple's co-founder today said that the Android will be the dominant smartphone platform. Le's hope Steve Jobs won't kick his co-founder for this.

The guy revealed in an interview with Dutch newspaper De Telegraaf that Apple had co-developed a phone that was just amazing with “a well-known Japanese consumer electronics company in 2004″.

Wozniak said in the interview that he believes Google’s Android platform will become the dominant mobile OS over time, rather than Apple’s iPhone. He likens Android’s success to that of Microsoft’s Windows operating system, along with the flaws and challenges of that model

Other words has been said by Woz about the quality of the iPhone:
“The iPhone has very few weak points. There are no serious complaints or issues. When it comes to quality, the iPhone leads the way.”

At the end of the interview, Wozniak also commented on Nokia slamming it as a “brand from a previous generation”. He suggested Nokia should launch a new brand specifically for youngsters. [via Engadget]

 

Google Docs Finally Comes to iPhone, iPad and iPod touch

Google has just announced the release of a new documents editor for Google Docs, which will allow users to edit documents on the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. The previous mobile version of Google Docs allowed users to view documents in read-only mode. So by offering Google Docs on the iDevice, Google will be able to compete with Apple’s popular iWorks suite of apps for the iPad and other third party apps such as Documents to Go and Quickoffice that have been offering this capability for quite sometime now.

Now, since Google Docs will be free, it could be on the top of these apps offering the same feature.

That means that...

• You can work on that important memo...while on the bus or train to work.
• If you’re behind on a group proposal, but really want to make it to the ball game tonight, your whole team can work on it from the bleacher seats.
• You can take minute-by-minute notes at a concert so you’ll always remember the setlist. And your friends can jealously follow in real-time at home.
• ...and the list goes on!

If you’re a Google Docs users, you can check it out by pointing your iDevice’s Safari browser (iOS 3.0 or later) to docs.google.com and selecting the document that you want to edit.

So, will you give up other apps and be one of Google Docs users? Or you prefer using Apple’s iWork suite of apps or one of the other third party apps?

 

Official Google Voice App Finally Hits the App Store

Google Voice app for iPhone has just arrived the app store, With this native app, you’ll continue to have access to all the major Google Voice features on your iPhone. let's check out them.

Google Voice app features:

• Cheap rates for international calls
• Free text messaging to U.S. numbers
• Voicemail transcription
• Display your Google Voice number as caller ID when making calls
• With push notifications, the app will alert you instantly when you receive a new voicemail or text message
• Most of your calls will be placed via Direct Access Numbers, making them connect just as quickly as regular phone calls

Download Google Voice app (for free) for iPhone [iTunes link]

 

Android Coming to iPod touch 4G [CONFIRMED]

Remember when we talked about OpeniBoot on iPhone 4 and iPad? Well, it seems like the same hacker Hexxeh has confirmed that they tested the required binaries on a iPod touch 4G and it works fine. Promising !

lots of people asking whether OpeniBoot will work on iPT4. We tested an i4 binary earlier, worked fine, which is promising. No ETAs.

As you read, there's no ETA yet but at least it's a confirm that OpeniBoot will work on iPod touch 4G too. Stay tuned as we'll keep you updated whenever the new version of OpeniBoot is out.

 

Facebook's Mail Coming this Monday to Take on Gmail

Project Titan is coming on Monday in Facebook's event to take on Gmail. Facebook has acquired FB.com domain name, may be for this project. Project Titan is a web-based email client that we hear is unofficially referred to internally as its “Gmail killer”.

The event that we already reported about hinted strongly that the news would have something to do with its inbox, or chat improvements. Now, it seems like Titan is real. From here, you shall ask yourself, "Why I'll give up Gmail for Facebook mail?".

If I were Google, I would be very angry because Facebook mail could be a killer but why will it kill Gmail? Facebook has 500 million active users while Gmail is estimated at 170 million registered users. Think about it, Facebook's users are already using messaging system and chat system so may be lots of users (probably all) will try this Facebook Mail. I think if Facebook played the game right and made the best web-based e-mail, it will kill Gmail, what about you?

[TechCrunch, Gizmodo]

 

Windows Phone 7, iPhone 4 and Android in a Grilling Contest [VIDEO]

You might have surmised from the title, Grilling Contest. WP7, iPhone 4 and Google's Android G2 device in a grilling contest. EZGrill made a quick grilling contest using a hot grill between Android G2 (for $599), Windows Phone 7 (for $549), and iPhone 4 ($731). So, which one will win? Le's face it.

The Windows Phone 7 showed the most endurance, although it was crashed int he end too. Le's take a look at the video below and thanks Engadget for spotting this. And of course, the OS had a lot to do with this...

 

Google Nexus S with Android 2.3 Gingerbread Floats on the Web

This is the real Google Nexus S powered by Android 2.3 Gingerbread designed by Google and manufactured by Samsung.

The same guys who got the PlayStation phone running Android 2.3 Gingerbread could now get their hands on the upcoming Google Nexus S and teased with some glorious pictures. Check them below and thanks for guys over Engadget for spotting this:

 

Install Android on your iPhone Directly from your Device with BootLace

Remember iPhodroid which installs Android OS on your iPhone? Well, some hackers could make it even easier than before, you can now install Google's Android OS on your iPhone directly from your device without using computer thanks to the updated version of BootLace.

We have got full step by step guide and thanks to guys over iSpazio for spotting this shoots. Follow the steps below to install Android OS on your iPhone.

Supported devices:

• iPhone 2G on iOS 3.1.2 or 3.1.3 jailbroken with Blackra1n, Redsn0w or PwnageTool.
• iPhone 3G on iOS 4.x jailbroken with Redsn0w or PwnageTool.

STEP 1: Once your device is jailbroken, tap on Cydia, touch Manage then choose Sources and add http://repo.neonkoala.co.uk. Now, search for BootLace and install it.

STEP 2: After installing the app, launch it, tap on OpeniBoot and hit the Install button as shown in the screenshot:

STEP 3: BootLace will check your compatibility and an automated process will take place to download and install some important files to install iBoot to run Android OS.

STEP 4: Now give your device a reboot, and you will be able to choose between iOS and Android OS through the QuickBoot tab.

STEP 5: Although, through the iDroid tap, you can remove BootLace whenever you want and get back to the normal iOS.

By the way, you can watch a quick video guide below to watch it in action:

 

Google to Launch Android Gingerbread on November 11th

According to a trusted source via IntoMobile, the SDK for Android Gingerbread version 2.3 will debut on November 11th. What makes us sure that this rumor may be very true that Samsung is holding an event in New York next week on the 8th to launch Gingerbread-powered Nexus Two.

A trusted source has tipped us to the potential launch date for Gingerbread, the 2.3 version of Android. According to our source, the SDK for this upcoming revision will debut on November 11th.

Moreover, the Gingerbread was spotted in front of Google HQ two weeks ago, this of course suggests that the launch is very soon. Also take in mind that this is just a rumor, you know what I'm talking about !

 

Google Instant Lands on the iPhone and iPod Touch

So, Google Instant was announced two months ago to make a little difference or no difference to me. Whatever, Google Instant has arrived on the iPhone and iPod touch, and probably other iOS devices. It's currently not available on all countries.

You can access the feature by navigating to Google.com and tap on Turn on found at the bottom. Of course leave us a comment in case you got it in your country. [via 9to5mac]

 

Twitter for Android Gets Twitter iPhone App Features

Android users rejoice! Twitter for Android has received a major update which includes some awesome enhancements and introduces a more consistent experience keeping users well updated, connected and with access to features as compared to Twitter for iPhone App.

Major updates include Swipe on a tweet and options like retweet, links to the profile of tweeter, favorite etc.

Some of the major updates of the release are:

• Tweet details page: Twitter has changer the layout of the timeline and introduced a Tweet details page, which you can access by simply clicking on a Tweet. This feature makes it easier to click on links and reply to, retweet, or favorite a Tweet.
• Speed: The app is now even faster. In this version, Twitter has tried a new way of drawing a timeline of Tweets that optimizes for scrolling speed.
• Pull to Refresh: This popular feature, which was first available through our iPhone app, functions just as it sounds – when you’re at the top of your timeline, simply pull down to load new Tweets.
• Swipe to Reveal: Swipe across a Tweet to get quick access to several options, such as viewing a user’s profile, sharing a tweet, or replying.
• Quote a Tweet: Clicking the retweet icon now gives you the option to quote a Tweet. Of course, you can still retweet as you normally would.

The app is out now on Android Market, get it while it’s hot!

 

Chrome OS Devices Coming by End of November

You read it right! Google's Chrome OS is nearly finished and ready to be pushed to the masses. This OS is planned to work on a device slightly smaller than a notebook that has internals of smarthphone. The first mobile devices using Google Chrome OS are set to be launched by the end of this month, according to DigiTimes.

According to another report from CNET, the Chrome OS devices won't be sold in through retails but it would be sold by the way Nexus one was sold. When the Nexus one was launched, it was started to be sold through Google's own website and was a very open platform for developers to experiment on. Whatever the way will be, it will be another revolution in mobiles world. [via DigiTimes, CNET, Neowin.net]

 

Google's Gingerbread based device Nexus Two Reveals itself [Picture]

Google's Nexus one was already a hit mobile around everywhere and there it is the what so called "Nexus Two" the long rumored phone. There were lots of rumors about this phones from the last few weeks and we have the picture of it, that how it looks. Google has choose Samsung to build this phone not HTC.there might be a reason behind it?

This phone was first revealed by Gizmodo as when they saw this device there reaction was something like:

"When I first saw it from 10 feet away, I thought it was the Galaxy S," says our source, who got to handle one. "I was a little surprised it was the Nexus Two," because it’s so different from the Nexus One.

We have some of the data about its design and a little bit about its specs, as Gizmodo is also not to sure about it's specs. Basically it's Black and shiny, built with glossy plastic. It have the same 4 Inch AMOLED Touch Screen same as the other Samsung Galaxy S devices. But this phones looks thinner than Galaxy S phones. It also have a Front facing camera, and hopefully this phone will feature Android 2.3/3.0 (Gingerbread). It's front face camera which will become more useful when Google creates a new software same as "Apple's Facetime" maybe something like Google talk.

This phone might be a good challenge for iPhone 4. After we've got the full specs of this phone then we'll know if this is better than iPhone 4 or not.

The release date of Nexus Two is not confirmed yet,but it's said to be released in a press conference by Google and Samsung on 8th November in New York City. [via Gizmodo]

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PlayStation Phone: ‘I'm Real and I Run Android Gingerbread’

We know it's hard to believe something like that but you have to do so because it's real. In the last few months there were lots of rumors about Sony's phone and its OS and specs. But now we have all the data we needed about this phone. This was basically expected to be released in the end of 2010 or early 2011. Guys over Engadget could get some images and specs for the new PlayStation phone. We have collected some specs of the PS phone, hit the jump for the specs and images.

• OS: Android 3.0 Gingerbread
• Processor: 1Ghz SnapDragon
• Camera: 5 Megapixel Camera
• RAM: 512 MB
• ROM: 1 GB
• Screen Size: 3.7-inch to 4.1-inch
• App Store: Custom Market Place
• Micro SD: Yes
• Playstation Controller: Standard PS Controller
• Built: Sony Erricson

As you noticed in the specs above, this phone might be a big hit 'coz this phone has everything you may need. This new OS by Google know as Android 3.0 Gingerbread also might have some new capabilities that will boost the performance of PS Phone. We have to wait until the release of this phone. All what can imagine now, it will be a real revolution! Stay tuned as we will inform you as soon as we get more news about this device.

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