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Sony building Android-based Walkman and PND for 2010 launch?
Sony building Android-based Walkman and PND for 2010 launch?
We'll admit it, we expected to be knee-deep in Android gear by now. However, it seems like the consumer electronics industry wanted to build more mature products around versions 1.5 and 2.0 of Google's open source OS instead. Regardless, we're in the thick of it now having just witnessed a ...
Acer Android netbooks will still ship with Windows, reveals chairman
Acer Android netbooks will still ship with Windows, reveals chairman
digitimes.com — The Android netbooks recently announced by Acer will actually ship as dual-boot systems with both Android and... Windows, according Acer chairman JT Wang. (more) Acer Android netbooks will still ship with Windows, ...
Official Google Mobile Blog: Places Directory app for Android
Official Google Mobile Blog: Places Directory app for Android
googlemobile.blogspot.com — As an engineer based in Taipei, I frequently travel to Google headquarters in Mountain View. When I'm... there, I'm always looking for local businesses to try out, like coffee shops and restaurants. I also forget where the banks and ATM's are. While ... (more) Official Google Mobile Blog: Places Directory app for ...
UPDATE 1-Acer to sell Android netbook PCs in Q3 | Markets | Markets News
reuters.com — * First company to launch netbooks using Google's Android * Move could threaten Microsoft's market dominance *... No prices yet, but analysts say Windows XP costs about $25 (Adds details, quotes) By Kelvin Soh TAIPEI, June 2 (Reuters) - Acer Inc ( ... (more) UPDATE 1-Acer to sell Android netbook PCs in Q3 | ...
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RUMOUR: Sony working on Android based Walkman and PND?
Tech Digest — ... Rumours of an Android based Walkman and also a personal navigation device (PND) are true, according to an analyst speaking to Japan's Nikkan and should hit the market next year. The thought of two of the biggest tech institutions teaming up may seem terrifying for some but it could be great news for consumers. With Sony already attempting to connect the user experience between its existing products, the possibilities when you throw Android into that mix could be monumental. (via Engadget) ...

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