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New Google Nexus 7 2 Release Date on July 30th

July 24, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

The Nexus 7 2 can well be considered Google’s worst kept secret considering we know much of the tablet, except of course the all too important release date. However, we might have hit upon some interesting findings which could well be the last piece of the Nexus 7 2 puzzle, the release date.

According to Best Buy’s internal inventory report that got leaked online, the next gen Nexus tablet will be launched on 30^th July. We have had rumors before all of which has mentioned late July as the likely release date of the new gen Nexus tablet. Sure we have the ‘Breakfast With Sunder’ event planned tomorrow when the new head of Google’s Android division is expected to clear quite a few doubts. These will include the formal announcement of Android 4.3 Jelly Bean along with a mention of the next Nexus 7 inch tablet as well, if not a prolonged and extensive discussion.

Needless to say, the Nexus branded device, or for that matter any other device running Android that is nearest to a launch right now is the new gen Nexus 7 tablet. As such, it is the Nexus 7 2 that has the highest probability of being the launch device of the new Android version even though the update itself can be considered a minor one.

As for the specifications of the new Nexus 7 tablet, it’s a vastly improved 1920 x 1200 7 inch display which translates to 323 pixels per inch. Powering the device will be a 1.5 Ghz Qualcomm Snapdragon chip which will be coupled to a 2 GB RAM for speedy performance. Onboard storage options will continue to be the same 32 GB. The Nexus 7 2 will also be slightly lighter at 317g, a mere 23 g less than the first gen device. Battery for the new device is expected to be the same 4,325mAh as seen on the first gen Nexus 7 tablet.

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, New Nexus 7 2 Release Date Discussed

July 23, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

With the new head of Android and Chrome, Sundar Pichai set to reveal it all (read Android 4.3 Jelly Bean as well as the new Nexus 7 2) at an event in San Francisco, we take a closer look at what enthusiastic buyers can expect of the new Android version as well as the new gen Nexus 7 tablet.

Android 4.3, to begin with is expected to come out with minor updates over Android 2.2.2 Jelly Bean and was originally expected at the Google I/O event in May. Mentioned here are a collection of new features that could part of the latest Android version

A Much Improved Performance

Lot of improvements in the performance aspect is expected and the initial reports do suggest a positive link to that thought. Users are expecting Project Butter like enhancements from Google in Android 4.3 that increased system performance in Android 4.1 Jelly Bean for the first time.

Dialer Auto complete

The auto complete option for the dialers that helps user to save time is there in the Android 4.3. Dialler settings are the source to turn on this feature as Xda user krypta points out. Auto complete option is a common feature in the skinned versions of Android and this will be the first time it will probably be included in the stock Android. The attractive part of this feature is that users will be able to see the suggested numbers and contacts when they start dialing. A small but handy feature, it must be said.

New Emoji

The keyboard is updated with the latest Emoji, which resemble closely to emoticons used in chat. There will also be new nature Emoji as well and will surely fun to use.

Wi-Fi Always On

This new feature will enable the user to keep the wireless on at all times, even if it has been switched on via the quick settings. This is to save power as it is more efficient than to switch on the energy sapping GPS chip. Also, such a feature will come in handy for those apps that need the coarse location and nothing more.

Bluetooth LE

Users do expect a Bluetooth LE support in the latest release that would make it easier for Nike Fuel Band, Jawbone Up and other Bluetooth devices to work with Android devices. The supporting list is currently small and that includes phones like Samsung Galaxy S3, Galaxy Note 2 and Galaxy S4, along with a few others. Android 4.3 and Bluetooth LE should take concrete steps to fix the issue of a broader support which may not be initially possible but would take place in the long run. The next round of smart accessories and fitness accessories will support the android devices.

Better Camera App

The new camera App looks similar to the video that it displayed earlier in the year. Some of the prominent changes here include new Kernel, new touch drivers for the Nexus 4 and font changes. There is no clock symbol on the status bar when users activate lock screen. New widgets are expected though the company has kept it as a secret.

Now coming to the Nexus 7 2, the tablet has already been revealed in a leaked images and while its sports looks similar to its first gen avatar, the device is believed to be more slim and light this time round. Specs wise, the Nexus 7 2 will feature a quad core chip. A much imporved 7 inch display that now boasts of a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels, front 2 mp and rear 5 mp camera along with of course Android 4.3 Jelly Bean.

Expect more soon.

Nexus 7 2 Rumors Round Up, Sales Touted to be in the Range of 8 Million

July 15, 2013 By Brandi McCants Leave a Comment

The Taiwan based site Digitimes claimed in a report that the next tablet in the pipeline from Google, the Nexus 7 2 would sell an estimated 8 million units. Their estimation is based on retailers based in Taiwan, which is also where ASUS the maker of the device is located at. The estimated price of the next generation Nexus tablet has been reported to be in the range of 199 to 249 USD for the Wi-Fi only versions.

The estimate regarding number of units being sold could well be Taiwan market related where there has been a growing demand for tablets off late. In case Google decides to lower its price tag for the tablet, there would be better chance for it to beat its other rivals in the market. Google had been able to dominate a good share in the US market last year with its Nexus 7 running Android Jelly Bean. This time it could well be the turn of Android 4.3 Jelly Bean to hog the limelight.

Another inherent positive aspect of the Nexus 7 2 device is that it offers a pure Android experience. Being a Google device, the tablet will be devoid of the layer of UI that most manufacturers use to distinguish their device from others. Also, the biggest advantage of having on board the purest Android version means easy compatibility with Google products and services such as Google Wallet that caters for mobile payment processing.

Coming to the tablet’s availability, the wait for the Nexus 7 2 should not be very much now as analysts of repute have capped the release date to be anywhere in this quarter itself. There is the official announcement of the Moto X from Google being released in August this year. There are high chances therefore that the Nexus next could also join their line of product alongside the Moto X.

As for the tablet’s specs, it should read something like this: a Snapdragon Qualcomm APQ8064 processor, with display unit made up of LT070ME05000 liquid crystal, a 2 GB RAM along with storage capacity of 32 GB. It would have dual camera with 5 MP at the rear and 1.2 MP at the front. Powering the device would be a battery rated at 3950mAh.

New Nexus 7 2, New iPad Mini 2, and the New Kindle Fire HD Release Date – Powerhouse Tablet PCs of 2013

July 10, 2013 By Nicholas Anderton Leave a Comment

The next gen tablet war is likely to get fierce between Google Nexus 7 2, Apple iPad Mini 2, and Amazon’s new Kindle Fire HD. Predictably, the price of Kindle Fire HD has been reduced by Amazon, indirectly suggesting that a new revamped model is in the making.

In addition to this, a new online report is indicating that iPad Mini 2 is not likely to arrive this year, probably giving the new Nexus 7 2 tablet from Google a chance to excel. However, irrespective of the competition between these three, each of them will undoubtedly be as popular as their precursors, given the fact that all these tablets will most likely meet the consumer needs even though they vary quite a bit.

Kindle Fire HD Prices Slashed!

Amazon has slashed the price of the 7-inch Kindle Fire HD tablet PC by $30. On a broader perspective, though this price cut is supposed to be in line with Barnes and Nobles’ price cut on its Nook HD tablet, we do believe that the price slash is also indicating a new refreshed model launch shortly.

However, there is no report or rumors to support this claim as of now. In the first quarter, Amazon had also cut the price of the larger Kindle Fire HD 8.9 to $269 from its original price of $299, so this could just be a marketing strategy.

Nexus 7.2 with New Features

When you see Amazon’s approach on its Kindle Fire HD, it is also important to remember that this price slash could be amidst the rumor that Google will introduce a new Nexus 7 2 tablet computer this year. The display of this new tablet is believed to sport a 1080p display with an improvement in PPI when compared to its precursor. New features like a 5MP camera at rear, 4G LTE data speeds, and a faster processor that seems like Snapdragon 600 quad-core from Qualcomm will also be a part of this mean machine!

Apple’s iPad Mini 2 Launch Delayed

If reports are to be believed, there is likely to be a delay in the release date of Apple’s iPad Mini 2, possibly due to reasons associated with the bump-up in its specs, including the retina display. However, due to problems with the tablet thickness and battery life not being on Apple’s standards, the delay is supposed to be inevitable. Apart from the new retina display, the new tablet is also likely to incorporate a faster processor.

So, with all these three new tablet PCs arriving in 2013, which one would be your choice? Do drop in your comments, and let us know!

Nexus 7 Price Discounted as Release Date of Nexus 7 2 Nears

July 9, 2013 By Brandi McCants Leave a Comment

Nexus 7 had been the Android device of choice for many since its launch in July last year. It was at the same time that the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean had been unleashed. Now with news of Google launching the next iteration of the popular Android tablet doing the rounds, retailers have resorted to offering healthy discounts for the current version. The price cut being offered amounts to $50 over the original list price of the Nexus 7.

Some of the retailers of fame like Staples and Office Max had been selling the 16 GB and 32 GB variant of the 7 inch slate at $199.99 and $249.99 respectively. They have since dropped the price to $179.99 for the 16 GB variant and $199.99 for the 32 GB variant. Google though is sticking to the original price at their Google Play Store.

As for the new Nexus device that is expected to break cover anytime now, while nothing stands confirmed at present though leaks indicate that the device would be quite an upgrade in features to the current Nexus. Also it is the incessant stream of rumors that make us to believe the device to be named as Nexus 7.2 or even Nexus 7 HD. Meanwhile Asus is likely to continue as the manufacturing partner for the next Nexus 7 variant as well.

The device is expected to be of the same 7 inch size but the screen resolution would be 1080p. It would have a camera of 5 MP resolution along the rear. The core processor is expected to be a Snapdragon 600 quad core chip from Qualcomm. The device would support 4G LTE networks which mean carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile and even Verizon networks would be compatible.

Chances of the new Nexus coming at a different price range are slim as Google has always kept its devices unlocked and are made available at affordable rates.

That the retailers like Office Depot and staples have slashed their price for the Nexus 7, is not a guarantee of the new Nexus coming up in July. But the fact the new Android 4.3 is expected to be launched in July, there is a slim chance of the new device from Google also being launched at the same time.

Google Nexus 7 2 vs iPad Mini 2 Before the Tablet Release Date

July 7, 2013 By Micheal Baptiste 1 Comment

iPad Mini 2 and Nexus 7 2 are the much anticipated midsize tablets of 2013. Previously, a stream of rumors surfaced regarding their release dates, but none of the manufacturers has officially confirmed the launch of these tablets. However, owing to the satisfactory performance iPad Mini and Nexus 7 delivered, it is likely for Apple and Google to launch their successors respectively.

Release Date

Nexus 7 was launched in June, 2012. Rumors have rolled up regarding the launch of its successor this summer. Google has not passed an official statement, but fans expect the tablet to surface this July.

iPad Mini was released in October 2012 and its successor is expected to follow a one year gap, like other Apple products. iPad Mini 2 is expected to release by October or November, this year.

Display

Apple is self-strategic over its products. Fans’ pressure barely alters the minds of Apple developers and they always execute their unique sense in shaping up every product. However, it mostly manages to satisfy its anticipators. This means that the brilliant Cupertino tech pays heed to preferences of fans and leads in innovation, producing something unique and apart from the contemporary. But fan pressure does not change Apple’s pre-defined direction.

While Android manufacturers like Samsung and Sony are keen on extending the display size of their products, Apple concentrates on display quality rather than its size. Obviously, Apple products bear a fine display quality, but fans want it large. However, iPad Mini bore a 7.9 inches display screen, which exceeded 7-inch Nexus 7 in size. Asus-manufactured Nexus 7 possessed a higher pixel density of 216, which is rumored to have been enhanced to 300 in its successor. It may also endorse an HD display. iPad Mini 2 is unlikely to feature a retina display, as its battery may not be efficient enough to support it.

Storage

Apple iPad Mini was available in three variants of 16, 32 and 64GB. Apple has now got the 128GB chipset but whether they will implement it in the next gen iPad Mini is unsure. iPad Mini featured 512 MB RAM, which is supposed to be augmented to 1GB in its successor.

Nexus 7 was available in two variants of 8 and 16GB and there is no assurance if Google has any plans of introducing an extended variant of Nexus 7 2. Google Nexus 7 possessed 1GB RAM, which is supposed to be enhanced to 2GB in its successor, as rumors suggest.

None of these tablets featured a card slot. Apple is likely to ignore the card slot in iPad Mini 2 as well alike its other products, whereas Google has some stances of considering a card slot.

Camera

iPad Mini featured a 5MP rear-facing camera and a 1.2MP front-facing one. Nexus 7 lagged much behind in its camera specifications, bearing only a 1.2MP primary sensor and no secondary ones. Google is likely to enhance the camera specifications of Nexus 7 2 to 5MP.

OS and Chipset

iPad Mini ran on iOS 6 and is upgradable to v.6.1.3. Recently, it was speculated that Apple will roll out an iOS 7 update to iPad Mini users. Apple has released two beta versions of iOS 7, with the third about to surface soon. So, iPad Mini 2 will be blessed with iOS 7 and an A7 chipset, thus making it much powerful than its predecessor that bore an A5 chipset. Apple is likely to implant a more powerful processor in second-gen iPad Mini.

Google Nexus 7 2 will probably run on the mildly upgraded version of Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2, v4.3, featuring Qualcomm 800 CPU. iOS 7 will definitely be far better than Jelly Bean 4.3. Android Key Lime Pie 5.0 is supposed to be launched on Android’s fifth birthday this October, which is far behind the rumored release date of Google Nexus 7 2.

Price

Price of Apple products is always higher than Android products. Users do not mind spending a bit high on iOS, considering its unbeatable utility. iPad Mini was launched for those seeking an iOS tab at a lower price. iPad Mini 2 may arrive at a price tag of $300 approx, whereas Google Nexus 7 2 may range at $200-$250.

These specifications reside on a rumored platform and there is hardly any official confirmation from the manufacturers. But in any case, they are expected to abide by our expectations.

New Nexus 7 2: Specs and Release Date Rumors

July 4, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

The Nexus 7 2 continues to be among the most talked about device right now. What is fuelling the rumors is the lack of any sort of official dialogue from Google on anything related to the elusive tablet. It was expected to be launched at the Google I/O event held a few weeks ago though much to the disappointment of many, the next gen tablet didn’t even found a mention at the event. Needless to say this is only adding to the craze for the device which it seems is shooting through the roof.

Meanwhile, it’s a steady stream of rumors and leaks that we are forced to satiate our longing for the device with. What is surprising though is that there has been no image of the next gen Nexus tablet that has come our way so far given the amount of spec leaks that we have come across. But then, that has failed to dampen the spirits and every bit of leaks or rumors that emerge online get lapped up in seconds.

Take for instance the recent revelation of an Asus rep to a prospective Nexus 7 2 buyer. Whether it was inadvertent or it’s just crap, what has come to the fore is a whole lot of details providing us with a somewhat clear picture of what the Nexus 7 2 will have under its hood. Like its going to be a quad-core Snapdragon 600 chip powering the device, duly aided by a 2 GB RAM. Internal storage will amount to 32 GB and will include other niceties such as support for LTE / WCDMA / GSM, along with connectivity options of Wi-Fi, NFC, and Bluetooth 4.0. A 7 inch 1980 x 1200 pixel display will make up the front and will come with a 5 mp camera at the rear and a 1.2 mp unit at the front for video chats. The device will get its juice from a 4,000 mAh battery and will run Android 4.3 Jelly Bean right out of the box.

As for the tablet’s launch schedule, the rep mentioned it will be in the second quarter of this year, which means it is just this month left for the device to launch, if what the rep reveled is true indeed.

New Nexus 7 2 Release Date – When Will It Be Launched?

July 3, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

A new Nexus 7 iteration has been making a lot of noise for quite some time now. Enthusiasm surrounding the device is reaching frenzied proportions but Google seems to be unfazed and least concerned. Many had expected the search giant to announce the device during its I/O conference though it came and went by with nary a mention of the Nexus 7 successor. However, there is also no denying there is something cooking at the Asus and Google camp and all indications point to it being technically delicious.

There also are strong indications of the existence of the Nexus 7 2, with both Bluetooth and FCC filings for the K008 and K009 tablets from Asus being the biggest proof of it. If that is not enough then an Asus customer representative also seems to have spilled all the beans as far as the new gen Nexus 7 is concerned. What does add a touch of authenticity to what the Asus rep revealed is the fact that much of what he revealed has tallied with previous rumors in this field.

From what the rep revealed, the picture that emerges is that of a 7 inch device having a resolution of 1980 x 1200 pixels. The device will be powered by the quad core Qualcomm 600 chip in conjugation with a 2 GB RAM along with 32 GB of internal memory. Also, the Nexus 7 this time will feature a dual camera setup, with a 5 mp unit at the rear along with a 1.2 mp camera mounted at the front. The device is belied to run Android 4.3 right out of the box, with the new Android version also expected to launch this month itself. The rest of the spec includes Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC along with a 4000 mAh battery providing the juice.

The scale of rumors as well as enthusiasm surrounding the device continues to mount while Google continues to maintain a studied silence over the entire matter. Hope we have something substantial soon enough.

New Nexus 7 2 Release Date: More Details Emerge about Google Next Tablet

July 1, 2013 By David Crozier Leave a Comment

It’s some time now that we have been expecting the next gen Nexus 7 device to be finally unleashed. While many had put their bet on the release date of the new Google Nexus 7 2 happening during the Google I/O event held a couple of weeks ago, experts are now predicting the device to be finally unveiled later this month itself. Sure it’s again a game of hit or miss that is being played out though some more details of the device have come to the fore. And the best thing with the latest round of leak – which we hope will be the last before we get to see the real thing – is that it pretty much confirms what we have known of the upcoming Google tablet so far.

As revealed by an Asus customer service rep, the Nexus 7 2 will offer a 7 inch full HD display having a resolution of 1980 x 1200 pixels, which is quite close to the previous leaks that had pegged the tablet’s resolution at 1920 x 1080 pixels. Also, while previous rumors had claimed the device to feature a 1.5 GHz Snapdragon S4 processor, the service rep in the latest revelation has stated the new generation Nexus tablet will have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 chip at its core.

On the software side, the new Nexus 7 is expected to be the first device to come pre-loaded with Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, the latest iteration of Android that is slated to launch anytime now. This apart, the Nexus 7 2 will also feature twin cameras, including a 2 mp unit at the front to allow for video chats and self portraits as well as a 5 mp unit integrated at the rear. What is almost a surety is that the Nexus 7 2 won’t be provided with a sd card slot, which means one will have to do with what the device comes fixed with.

Android 4.3 Jelly Bean Spotted on New 7-inch ASUS device likened to Nexus 7 2 – Possible Specs and Features

June 15, 2013 By Lori David Leave a Comment

Of late, the unannounced Android 4.3 jelly bean iteration has been surfacing on some devices. This time, MobiLeaks spotted it on a 7-inch ASUS device at the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG). And rumors liken the device to the Nexus 7 2 tablet, mainly because of the display size. The Android 4.3 jelly bean was recently spotted on a Nexus 4 device at a Thailand expo, spurring more rumors about its launch.

The ASUS device, codenamed K008, runs on software version called JWR11, which is thought to be a precursor of Android 4.3 Jelly Bean version. The codename hardly matches that of Nexus 7, which recently arrived on the Bluetooth SIG as ME370T. The details on the site reveal that the ASUS device features an LED-backlit capacitive display and supports Wi-Fi connectivity. A 10-inch ASUS tablet was revealed at an FCC posting some weeks ago under the codename K008.

The existing Nexus 7, developed by ASUS and Google, has been big hit, enabling Google to gain foothold in the small-sized tablet market. Despite its high-end features like 1GB RAM, quad core processor, and 8GB/16GB storage option, the Nexus 7 features a reasonable price tag of $199. Nexus fans are looking for some remarkable upgrades in the updated version, including minimal bezel, high-resolution and better processor.

In 2012, the debut of the Nexus 7 tablet introduced the Android Jelly Bean iteration, so an upgraded Nexus 7 could bring the new OS release. An updated Nexus 7 will set it equal to Apple’s iPad Mini, which is relatively more expensive. It will also compete with similar-sized devices from Samsung.

Well, the Bluetooth SIG details point to the release of one or more tablets shortly. But, could it be the new Nexus 7 that Google fans have been looking for?