Google makes its own hardware for Android

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Shocking news came back from Google. However, in contrast to the usual news coming from google, which is usually associated with their latest software or services, the news this time associated with the hardware. Quoted from Android Invasion, Monday, January 9, 2012, a number of sources of internal circles Google claims that they are developing a special processor and GPU (graphics processing unit) to be used on Android-based devices.

Google seems want to bring uniformity in Android hardware to come. And according to the programming of a Google employee who spread the information, the possibility of a processor made ​​by Google, will be present at the next Nexus. Despite the news that Google's jumped into the processor industry is heard suddenly it seems the move is reasonable from the perspective of Google. They certainly want to be really able to compete with the competitors (such as the Apple iPhone) by making the processor itself.

As we all know, at present, a number of manufacturers Android smartphone or tablet using the processor and the graphics are different from each other. Android operating system itself is able to work on a variety of hardware systems, ranging from very good capable, to a mediocre performance. Unfortunately, when confirmed, Google is not willing to give testimony. However, if this news is true, it seems Google has once again taken a step toward strengthening their platform.

Sony Tablet S and P Will Receive Android Update 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

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Sony plans to update their mainstay tablet device to the latest mobile operating system owned by Google, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandiwch (ICS) has actually been planned at the end of 2011 ago. However, the plan is not included with certainty the date of update. Now, Sony has officially announced that both its flagship tablet device, the Sony Tablet S and P, will receive the Android 4.0 ICS mobile operating system update simultaneously. According to the news that we adapted from TheVerge, both Sony's flagship tablet device will receive the update it in the spring of this year.

To bring update the Android 4.0 ICS, Sony says will provide few things unique and cool as a complement to the presence of the latest mobile operating system owned by Google. Currently, both Sony's flagship tablet device is currently in the test using the mobile operating system Android 4.0 ICS. Until now, Sony claims that the tests go well, ranging from speeds up the response to the mobile operating system Android 4.0 ICS is getting better. If this goes according to plan, Sony will immediately confirm the certainty of the update release date next spring.

Pentax Optio VS20: Super Zoom Compact Camera With 2 Button Shutter

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Pentax Optio VS20 : Super Zoom Compact Camera With 2 Button Shutter

Pentax recently introduced a new variant for the model new pocket camera called Optio VS20. Pentax claims as a result of the most unique and innovative work as well as the first pocket camera has two shutter buttons. The uniqueness of this feature is already commonly found on the camera type of high-end DSLR that allows its users in taking a picture with either landscape or portrait position. Now, the ease of taking a picture at any position can be done with pocket cameras from Pentax.

Pentax Optio VS20 is designed to be used by the users who enjoys traveling. the super zoom Features, with equivalent size between 28-560mm lens and has a long range zoom up to 20x optical zoom, it would be easier for users to take a hard object taken from close range. The use of type CCD sensor with 16 megapixel resolution capable to produce good images.

Auto settings are easy and some features of the use of special effects like fisheye mode, sketch, and others, presented to complement the other advanced features on the Pentax Optio VS20. For those of you who enjoyed the use of video recording feature, this pocket camera capable of capturing an image with the results of 720p video. The use of a 3-inch LCD screen with a resolution of 460,000 pixels, can display a fairly clear picture quality. Pentax Optio VS20 will be marketed starting in February. Pentax Optio VS20 is available two types of color choices, black and white, and will be priced at USD 249.95.