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Google Hangouts “easter eggs” revealed, include ponies and dinosaurs
Google Hangouts has a lot of cool features, including over 800 emoji characters to use. Apparently there are also six hidden “easter eggs,” including ponies, dinosaurs, and the ability to change the background of the chat window. Google employee Moritz Toxdorff posted the above image on his Google+ account, which explains how to use them. All you need to do to experience the magic is type in your desired code into the chat window, and press enter. Right now, these easter eggs only work on the Google+ client of Hangouts, but the Chrome and mobile clients should surely get them soon.
Source: +MoritzTolxdorff
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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
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Google H840 could replace the abandoned Nexus Q
The Nexus Q was a short lived project, revealed at Google I/O, it was abandoned a year later due to poor sales. Questions were raised on the price of the media streamer and what the user would get for their money.
It appears Google has dropped the name and is going for a new media streamer, codenamed the H840, which just arrived at the FCC a few days ago.
Google decided to keep everything closed in the FCC filing, apart from the fact it is capable of streaming media. The filing did not contain an image, so we cannot even tell if it is going to be a huge redesign.
We did not see any hardware at Google I/O, with Google sticking to developers, software and services. We may see this new streaming device and the missing phones and tablets at another conference in a few months.
Source: Android Community
Possible Nexus Q replacement spotted at the FCC
Many of us foresaw the demise of the Nexus Q, our media streaming friend from Google that never quite took off. This much was alluded to this week when Google announced its improved Google Play Music service, which does not support the Nexus Q as confirmed by Phandroid. If this already wasn’t a death knell for the Nexus Q, then news from the FCC might be another nail in the coffin.
Liliputing has uncovered a FCC application that looks awfully like a replacement for the Nexus Q. Described as a “media player“, the only other information that can be divulged from this report is that the device is definitely from Google and that Google may have intentionally (or unintentionally) included a little easter egg; the device model is the H2G2-42. That first part, H2G2, was a common abbreviation for the Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, and second half, 42, is quite simply the answer to everything. So perhaps this Google media device will solve all our media needs all at the same time…
Perhaps we’re reading too much into it and it’s just a coincidence, but I’m not convinced Google ‘does’ coincidences. All the same, there’s very little go on right now regarding this media device, so just hang tight till there’s something more concrete. Share your thoughts on whether you think this will be Google’s new media player in the comments.
Source: Phandroid, Liliputing
Google Hangouts “easter eggs” revealed, include ponies and dinosaurs
Google Hangouts has a lot of cool features, including over 800 emoji characters to use. Apparently there are also six hidden “easter eggs,” including ponies, dinosaurs, and the ability to change the background of the chat window. Google employee Moritz Toxdorff posted the above image on his Google+ account, which explains how to use them. All you need to do to experience the magic is type in your desired code into the chat window, and press enter. Right now, these easter eggs only work on the Google+ client of Hangouts, but the Chrome and mobile clients should surely get them soon.
Source: +MoritzTolxdorff
Come comment on this article: Google Hangouts “easter eggs” revealed, include ponies and dinosaurs
Google Hangouts “easter eggs” revealed, include ponies and dinosaurs
Google Hangouts has a lot of cool features, including over 800 emoji characters to use. Apparently there are also six hidden “easter eggs,” including ponies, dinosaurs, and the ability to change the background of the chat window. Google employee Moritz Toxdorff posted the above image on his Google+ account, which explains how to use them. All you need to do to experience the magic is type in your desired code into the chat window, and press enter. Right now, these easter eggs only work on the Google+ client of Hangouts, but the Chrome and mobile clients should surely get them soon.
Source: +MoritzTolxdorff
Come comment on this article: Google Hangouts “easter eggs” revealed, include ponies and dinosaurs
The ManDroid Show: Android 4.3 and White Nexus 4 Coming Soon! Google Hangouts Already Updated!
Happy Saturday my Android friends. Show is up a day late , which I apologize for. Not much to talk about, since I already went over a lot of the Google I/O information on the ManDroid quickie video. What was your favorite part of the first Google I/O keynote? Enjoy the show!
News Topics
White Nexus 4 with Android .43 due out June 10th
Apps of the Week: Hubble Space Center, Sonic the Hedgehog, Field Trip and more!
A game and a couple of tools highlight this abbreviated list of picks
The combination of Google I/O going on in San Francisco and BlackBerry Live in Orlando this week has our team a little sparse, but we think there are a few great picks to be seen this week regardless. Whether its just four apps or ten, we do our best every weekend to bring you apps that each of the Android Central writers have been using regularly the previous week.
Stick around after the break and see how this week's picks stack up against the rest.
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Incase You Needed Proof That Hangouts was Codenamed “Babel,” Here You Go
We were the first to report the codename of “Babel” as Google’s new unified messaging service, which ended up as Hangouts at public launch, but if you needed actual proof that Babel was around for some time, we thought we’d share this screenshot. It’s taken from my Google Dashboard listing of sites authorized to access [...]
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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.
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.
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.
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
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 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
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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
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 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
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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
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 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
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Classic Sonic the Hedgehog by Sega launched to Google Play for $2.99
We have some good news for retro game-lovers today, as Sega launched the classic version of Sonic the Hedgehog to Google Play. On the game’s official page on the Google Play store, Sega states that this is the full original version, and includes some pretty neat exclusive features, such as the ability to play as Knuckles and Tails. The game is available for download at only $2.99. Enjoy, gamers! Let us know how you like it. The Google Play link is available after the break, as well as a preview video.
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[Don't Panic] Google-Branded H840 Media Player Appears In The FCC, Bearing Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy References
Normally we’re a bit wary of reporting on the certification filings that go through the Federal Communications Commission, because frankly, they don’t often mean anything. But an entry spotted by the fine folks at TabletGuide.nl caught our attention purely on its geeky merit. There’s very little information available about the “H840 DEVICE” – it’s made (or at least submitted) by Google, it’s listed as a Digital Transmission System and “functions as a media player,” it has a WiFi connection, and it runs on AC power. Oh, and the model number is H2G2-42.
Douglass Adams fans will recall H2G2 as shorthand for The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy series, a much-loved collection of five books and innumerable spin-offs that lampoons science fiction (and just about everything else).
- Motorola Updates Android Software Upgrade Page
- Confirmed: Sprint Galaxy Nexus Receiving Jelly Bean Update Today, September 6th
- Platform Numbers Are In For January 2013: Gingerbread Down To 45.4%, ICS Down (Wha-?) To 29.0%, Jelly Bean Up to 13.6%
- Updated Jelly Bean Factory Images Show Up For The Nexus S and Nexus S 4G
[Don't Panic] Google-Branded H840 Media Player Appears In The FCC, Bearing Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy References was written by the awesome team at Android Police.
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New Media Streaming Device Made by Google Hits FCC, Please be a New Nexus Q
A new device made by Google recently made its way through the hands of the FCC with model number H2G2-42, product name of “H840 DEVICE,” and a description that says it “functions as a media player.” Yes, a media player. This new device is powered by an external source (AC adapter), so it’s likely not a [...]
New Media Streaming Device Made by Google Hits FCC, Please…
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Google H840 media streamer hits the FCC to replace the Nexus Q
Google’s Nexus Q media streamer was short-lived, and canceled shortly after being revealed at last years Google I/O event. With no word on a replacement at this years show, we’re now seeing its successor hit the FCC. A new Google device branded as H840 DEVICE has cleared the FCC this week (product code H2G2-42, an apparent play on The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy) and it has our interest piqued.
The listing doesn’t reveal tons of details, but mentions that this new device “functions as a media player” among other things. The FCC listing is being backed and protected by a confidentiality report, so we’re stuck with very little details, for now.
Unlike many device that clear the FCC, this wasn’t sent through with any test photos, or they are being withheld from our site, so all we have is the picture you see above. It certainly has Google all over it, mentions media player, and us currently under testing by the FCC. As you all know a new Nexus Q wasn’t announced this year at Google I/O, but neither was a new Nexus phone or a new version of Android. It still could be coming though.
Google could be preparing to announce a new Nexus Q type media device, as well as the rumored Android 4.3 and white Nexus 4 on June 10th. At least according to multiple tips, leaks, and reports. Details from Droid-Life state this device could be codenamed “Wolfie” and be Google’s answer to the Nexus Q and the OUYA game-console in one. This new H840 could be tied into Google Games, and double as a media streamer, among other things.
Personally, we feel Google needs a device that does Google TV, Games, and streaming all in one. Now that would make more sense. Google announced a new music-streaming service at I/O this year, Google Music All Access, now we just need this new media streamer to go along with it to rock out our living rooms. Stay tuned for more details.
SOURCE: FCC
VIA: SlashGear
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.
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.
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
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 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
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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
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 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
Classic Sonic the Hedgehog by Sega launched to Google Play for $2.99
We have some good news for retro game-lovers today, as Sega launched the classic version of Sonic the Hedgehog to Google Play. On the game’s official page on the Google Play store, Sega states that this is the full original version, and includes some pretty neat exclusive features, such as the ability to play as Knuckles and Tails. The game is available for download at only $2.99. Enjoy, gamers! Let us know how you like it. The Google Play link is available after the break, as well as a preview video.
Click here to view the embedded video.
Come comment on this article: Classic Sonic the Hedgehog by Sega launched to Google Play for $2.99
Google Glass + prescription glasses seen at Google I/O
One of my primary gripes with Google Glass at its launch was the fact that it did not cater to individuals that already wear prescription glasses; as someone who has to constantly wear glasses, I already have enough trouble trying to watch 3D movies. There have been murmurs and reports that Google has been looking at prescription alternatives for awhile now, but they’ve been spotted in the wild at Google I/O.
Engadget reports that this particular “prescription edition” is the Explorer Edition of Google Glass tacked onto the alternative frame. However, I am interested to know why Google didn’t integrate the Glass module into the glasses more, as the wearer will now be looking through two pieces of glass with their right eye. All the same, glasses wearers who have been eagerly waiting for news of this development can breath a sigh of relief, though it remains to be seen how long it will be before we see more of these in the community.
Any other glasses wearing folk out there excited about this? Give us your eagle-eyed opinion in the comments.
Source: engadget
Mystery Google media player drops by the FCC
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
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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.
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.
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
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 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
TalkAndroid Daily Dose for May 17, 2013
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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
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 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
droid razr m HD
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James Adair: Hello Droid razr HD....!! I'm Pumped
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Troy Nesfeder: @nateswart Niiice! Remember my old WP7? Just replaced it with a Droid RAZR Maxx HD this week. I'm very pleased so far. :-D
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Rebecca Diamond: @ohhellodesigns I picked up a Droid Razr Maxx HD - it's pretty sweet! http://t.co/2OviXFwqLF and the battery life really is amazing.
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Kea: I'm loving this Droid razr m hd
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Benjamin DeRidder: I'm gonna pull a wild card and say Droid RAZR Max HD. Because I love mine and it's fun to say the entire name of the phone.
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James Adair: I want the Droid RAZR Maxx HD,but I'm Not paying the Contract Price
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سحر الكون: سحر الكون | Motorola تعيد إحياء هاتفي DROID RAZR HD و RAZR M باللون الأزرق http://t.co/Q9rZlVEpjp
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Darren Nash: @jtbinegar02 Motorola droid razr hd bro. Better than yours I'm guessing
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Gage Smith: @baylen_smith DROID Razr Maxx HD is what I'm thinkin
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Kale Howard: @mr_seans Very nice! I'm running Droid RAZR HD. huge improvement over my last phone.
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Tony: @phonewisdom I'm still hoping for a Droid RAZR Maxx HD Nexus phone (hspa+)
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Sam : I'm so getting rid of my Droid Razr HD & getting an iPhone.
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wade: Sob I need a hd RT @tmc363: get it moto tweeps and devs http://t.co/spzFYq3aB5
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mhous33: RT @tmc363: get it moto tweeps and devs http://t.co/HQl7upjHBy
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Brian Jolly : RT @tmc363: get it moto tweeps and devs http://t.co/HQl7upjHBy
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papi92: RT @tmc363: get it moto tweeps and devs http://t.co/HQl7upjHBy
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Tmc363: get it moto tweeps and devs http://t.co/HQl7upjHBy
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sparty569: OK, returned the droid m that the guy sold as a RAZR HD. Just bought another "RAZR HD." Hopefully take 2 is better, even if it is white.
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iTechPost: DROID RAZR M & RAZR HD: New Colors For Verizon http://t.co/5plD8a0qWI
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BROKN MYND Clothing: Droid Razr Maxx HD or Droid DNA??? I NEED TO KNOW, THIS PHONE I'M ON BLOOOOOOWS.
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