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Google rumoured to launch cloud storage service

Google rumoured to launch cloud storage service

Google is rumoured to be working on a cloud storage service that is believed to be nearing readiness for launch.


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Google launches Chrome for Android beta

Google launches Chrome for Android beta

Google is getting ready to give Android users – well, at least those on Android 4.0 devices – a desktop browser experience on their mobile devices with the introduction of Chrome for Android beta. Currently it's limited to 12 countries, but more should be following shortly.


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Google launches Solve for X scientific breakthrough programme

Google launches Solve for X scientific breakthrough programme

Google has launched a scientific breakthrough programme called Solve for X, where it brought together entrepreneurs, innovators and scientists from across the world to propose technological solutions to some of the world's biggest problems, like cancer and climate change.


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Facebook and Google comply with Indian censorship ruling

Facebook and Google comply with Indian censorship ruling

21 companies, including Facebook, Google and Yahoo, have been ordered by an Indian court to remove “offensive” material from their websites or face being blocked. So far Facebook and Google have announced their compliance with the ruling.


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Motorola DROID 4 to launch on 9 February; retails US$199 with contract

Motorola DROID 4 to launch on 9 February; retails US$199 with contract

News of the Motorola DROID 4 has been going on since late last year, and even before the phone is launched, its specifications and product images have been known. The Droid 4 is like the RAZR, except that it has a keyboard. But on top of that, the RAZR has a 4.3-inch display, while the Droid 4 sports a 4-inch touchscreen.


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Android tablet ad with Steve Jobs lookalike draws mixed reactions

Android tablet ad with Steve Jobs lookalike draws mixed reactions

A television advert that contains a Steve Jobs lookalike, who praises an Android tablet computer, has resulted in mixed reactions from consumers.


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DoCoMo launches two "Disney Mobile on docomo" Android smartphones

DoCoMo launches two "Disney Mobile on docomo" Android smartphones

DoCoMo and Walt Disney have jointly announced two "Disney Mobile on docomo" Android smartphones, F-08D and P-05D. Both phones offer exclusive benefits, services and content that allow users to have a unique Disney experience. 


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Lenovo IdeaPad and ThinkPad to get Android 4.0 ICS in Q2 2012

Lenovo IdeaPad and ThinkPad to get Android 4.0 ICS in Q2 2012

The wait is soon to be over. For those of you who own the Lenovo IdeaPad or ThinkPad tablet, the company has announced that the Google Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update will be coming in Q2 this year.


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Amazon now doing Samsung's Galaxy Nexus for only $99!

Amazon now doing Samsung's Galaxy Nexus for only $99!

Toing and froing between iOS and Android for your next phone? Amazon's doing the deal of the century that may steer many of you down the Android path very quickly.


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Toshiba launches BookPlace DB50 Android ebook reader in Japan

Toshiba launches BookPlace DB50 Android ebook reader in Japan

Toshiba has announced the launch of their BookPlace DB50 Android ebook reader in Japan. The DB50 has a 7-inch LCD display, is powered by a 1GHz processor, 1GB RAM and 8GB storage, and boasts 7.5 hours of battery life.


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U.S. schools to get over 27,000 Google Chromebooks

U.S. schools to get over 27,000 Google Chromebooks

Google would be grinning like cheshire cats right now after striking a big deal with three school districts including Iowa, Illinois and South Carolina. The deal results in Google shifting over 27,000 of its Chromebooks to schools in these areas.


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Google launches Public Alerts on Google Maps

Google launches Public Alerts on Google Maps

Google has recently launched Public Alerts on Google Maps which shows you the relevant emergency alerts around your vicinity. You will get the updated information on what will happen, the location and when, as well as the severity etc.


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Supporters of SOPA in Congress now oppose it

Supporters of SOPA in Congress now oppose it

A number of lawmakers in Congress who previously supported the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) have switched sides and now oppose the proposed bill, a result of mass protests by internet users and companies and a blackout of a number of popular websites.


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Android 4.0 ICS update slowly rolling out for Motorola Xoom Wi-Fi

Android 4.0 ICS update slowly rolling out for Motorola Xoom Wi-Fi

Motorola Xoom owners (in US) rejoice. The Google Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update is slowly rolling out to users in USA, starting last night. However, the update is only for the Wi-Fi model only, and there's no word yet as to when it will be available to users in other countries.


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Google Android 4 Ice Cream Sandwich beta has been released for Xiaomi M1

Google Android 4 Ice Cream Sandwich beta has been released for Xiaomi M1

Xiaomi M1 smartphone was earlier spotted as to run the new Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich OS with some new interface enhancements. Well, it looks like the beta of the OS has been released, and is available for download.


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