OS

Why So Many Android Operating Systems?

by Robert June 29, 2010

The rapid pace at which Andriod OS’s have been developed of late has left many feeling dizzy. Starting with the unnamed 1.1 version in early February 2009, Google then rapidly moved to version 1.5, or Cupcake as it is called, in late April 2009. But Cupcake only lasted 4 and a half months before it was replaced in mid-September with Donut, version 1.6. And that one really didn’t last long [...]

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Should HP Be Getting Into The Smartphone Market?

by Robert June 3, 2010

I’m sure you all remember the deal that HP struck with Palm, which saw them buying out the smartphone manufacturer which was rapidly losing money, for the nice sum of $1.2 Billion. Now traditionally HP has always been to me, and the rest of the world, a pc manufacturer. Making some of the best laptops, netbooks and desktop computers. However now they want to get into the smartphone market as [...]

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So What’s New In Froyo – Android 2.2

by Robert May 20, 2010

Today Google announced Froyo, Android 2.2 the latest update to their smartphone operating system. We knew it was coming, and we knew flash was coming but that was it. So let’s have a look at what we got. Well to look at it’s not a whole lot different, you get a new boot logo, slightly different widget and the transitions and animations seem to be smoother. WiFi Hotspot Yes, you [...]

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iPhone OS 4.0 To Include Multitasking, Revamped Interface

by Robert January 19, 2010

Boy Genius Report claims they’ve got some “exclusive” iPhone OS 4.0 details from trusty Apple contacts. The iPhone OS is rumoured to be introduced at next weeks Media Event from Apple in San Francisco. According to the source, iPhone OS 4.0 will be limited to the iPhone 3G and 3GS (and I presume the most recent models of iPod Touch) and will incorporate solutions for multitasking by running applications in [...]

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Google Chrome OS Demo

by Robert November 19, 2009
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Today Google gave a preview of their new Chrome Operating System for the first time. Google say they are about a yearaway from releasing the final product to the consumer. At first glance it seems very like the Google Chrome browser which is to be expected with a few extra features in it. You can see a demonstration video of it here: httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rIldE8usMlA If your looking for more information on [...]

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Google Chrome OS Demo Tomorrow

by Robert November 18, 2009
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It appears the rumors that were floating around that Google would be unveiling a demo of it’s new Chrome OS this weekhave been true. It now appears Google are ready to unveil it’s new OS which they have done a very good job of keeping quite. The Chrome OS is expected to launch sometime next year and is aimed at the netbook market firstly. The OS is to be based on [...]

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Google Chrome OS Here In A Week?

by Robert November 13, 2009
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News of Google’s new OS, “Chrome” is rumoured to have a beta release within the next week according to techcrunch. They say they have head form a reliable source that the new OS is on it’s way, Google had previously announced that a Beta would be available in the fall. We had an article a while back with what looked to be rumoured first screenshots of the new OS, lets [...]

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Windows 7 Wins Again – Beats Vista Sales By 234%

by Robert November 8, 2009
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Ok some of you may be getting fed up with news about the success of Windows 7, but surely there is a reason behind it? Microsoft were proud to annonuce on their blog that Windows 7 has beaten Windows Vista sales by 234%. According to the NPD Group which is a well know group supplying market information to industries, Windows 7 sales in the USA have been 234% higher than [...]

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Walkthrough Of New Windows 7 Aero Effects

by Robert October 26, 2009

Now that Windows 7 is finally out, I though I’d show you some of the cool new features in it. These new Aero Features not only look pretty cool, but I use them practically every day, they really help improve your productivity and I think they are just great! Aero Peek: What this is it gives you a preview of windows in a thumbnail without actually opening them by simply [...]

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Windows 7 Out Tomorrow, Breaking Amazon Records

by Robert October 21, 2009
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Microsoft’s latest OS is officially released to the public tomorrow, I personally have been running the Windows 7 RC since August and I can’t wait to install the Final RTM. Whats more Amazon Managing Director Brian McBride announced today that Windows 7 has become the most popular Pre-order ever on Amazon.co.uk. Windows 7 managed to beat the Nintendo Wii and JK Rowlings Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, to the number 1 spot. [...]

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Barnes & Noble E-Reader Officially Released

by Robert October 20, 2009
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Barnes & Nobles much rumored Android based OS E-Reader has finally been officially released today and is called the Nook. The 7.7 x 4.9 e-reader is the first of it’s kind to run Googles Android OS. It sports a 6 Inch e-ink display with a color touch screen that allows you to navigate content and also turns into a virtual keyboard for searching. The Nook also has built in 3G wireless like [...]

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