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Samsung dedicated website SamMobile reported that the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, the 10-inch tablet developed by the company, is getting an update to Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. The news comes on the heels of reports that phones from the company will be receiving an update to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, the latest version of Google's Android operating system.
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Recently, malicious apps entered Google Play, the Android app store, as the open source nature of the store continues to bring about positive and negative consequences. While not a new problem, apps with malicious software for stealing information - or intrusive in-app advertisements - can now be identified. Help is at hand with Lookout developing software for uninstalling "spammy" apps.
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Recently, Tekken Tag Tournament 2 producer Katsuhiro Harada said that the clock speed of the Wii might be weaker than current consoles. However, in an interview that Dusty Cartridge published on July 26, he insists that the graphics are competent - but it's not the important feature.
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Halo 4 isn't playable at Gamescom in August; however, fans need not be disappointed as the hyped shooter is playable at the Xbox 360 Summer Festival in Japan. Microsoft isn't attending Gamescom and is yet to confirm Halo 4's appearance at western video game events like the Eurogamer Expo.
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The removal of search functionality in the Samsung Galaxy S3 Android smartphone seemed tied to a possible ban attempt, paranoia seemingly setting in at Samsung after Google had its Galaxy Nexus smartphone banned for a week. However, the functionality is returning and Samsung said it's simply a mistake.
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Nintendo hasn't specifically announced when Wii U, the company's next-generation console, will launch, besides the fact that it will launch around the end of 2012. However, the company estimates that the console will sell approximately 4 million units in 2012.
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London Olympics Opening Ceremony 2012 brought humor, history, and hype our way. Events are already underway with the eagerly-awaited Track and Field approaching. If you want to be in the Olympic loop, here are the apps for never missing an event.
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Rumors of Samsung testing Android Jelly Bean 4.1, the latest version of Google's mobile operating systems, on its Samsung Galaxy S devices marks the first manufacturer keeping its devices current. Below are notable manufacturers and their stance on upgrading to Jelly Bean.
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The IDC recently released figures that revealed Apple and Samsung remain the top two smartphone vendors. Nokia, despite selling 4 million Lumia devices, lags behind its competitors. However, analysts remain confident that the company and mobile operating system partner Microsoft can achieve success with the Windows Phone.
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Crysis, at least in its first entry, provided an open world with a loose narrative while players had the choice to approach the situation uniquely. The series is also known for its graphics engine pushing current technology to the limit, but developer Crytek said it could release a Wii U version.
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A presentation from a research consultant has revealed the ability to hack into Android and MeeGo devices via NFC exists. The exploit allows information to be sent over short distances through the software, like the NFC-enabled Android Beam, and even the ability to control a device.
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Halo 4's Limited Edition Console seems to be looking better, the closer it gets to the game's November release. Microsoft's press shots displayed a console looking blue, but the console has been displayed in all its translucent glory in a new blog post at Halo Waypoint.
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Google's 2011 Galaxy Nexus smartphone got Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, the latest version of the software, along with the company's Nexus 7 tablet. Sony's Android-based smartphones, however, won't be getting the software.
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