PHIL: Smart offers the HTC 8X and LG Nexus 4

The LG made Google Nexus 4 has been offered by Smart in the Philippines together with the HTC 8X, HTC's flagship Windows Phone device. Smart is offering the Nexus 4 free at UNLIData Plan 1500 (30 months lock in) or also free at UNLIDAta Plan 2000 (24 months lock in). The HTC 8X on the other hand is free at UNLIData 2000 (30 months lock in) and at UNLIData 3000. Well, I don't know why the HTC 8X is priced a bit higher than that of the Nexus 4 but that's how Smart is offering these two smartphones now. Via: YugaTech

Samsung Galaxy Grand Annnounced

The Samsung Galaxy Grand, is probably Samsung's youngest device so far, being announced at the very last end of the year. The Galaxy Grand is a smartphone that runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and sports a huge 5.0" display (nope, it ain't an AMOLED). The smartphone comes in two versions, the I9080 and the I9082. The I9082 is a dual-SIM version of the device. This is probably the first device sporting a huge display that supports two SIMs. Anyway, like any other Samsung announcements, the device is not yet scheduled or given a date on when it will make its way into store neither did the price. Expect it to be available in 2013, though.

Nokia Lumia 800 starts getting Windows Phone 7.8

One of those Windows Phone devices that will never see the light of Windows Phone 8, the Nokia Lumia 800 has started receiving its Windows Phone 7.8 software update. This version of Windows Phone basically makes your non-WP8 software look more like a WP8 device. Of course, just like any other updates, this one comes with tons of stability and security fixes. So, for those who owns a Lumia 800, head over here to get the update.

PHIL: The HTC 8S is also being offered at a lower price until tomorrow at just Php 9,988

Well it is not only the HTC 8X that is given a lower price but also its little brother, the HTC 8S, at the HTC Concept Store in SM North EDSA is offering the smartphone at just Php 9,988 from its regular price of Php 14,600. So yeah, for those who wants to buy these smartphones in a lower price you know where to go.

PHIL: HTC offers the HTC 8X at Php 19,988 until tomorrow regular price at Php 26,550

HTC has announced over their Facebook Page that the HTC 8X at the HTC Concept Store in SM North EDSA is offering "the most amazing Windows Phone yet" for only Php 19,988 from its regular price at Php 26,550. It seems, apparently, that this offer is only in that store in SM North EDSA. Other HTC Concept Stores should still be selling the device but not at the discounted price. This smartphone, together with its brother, the HTC 8S, was announced in the Philippines back in November. 

PHIL: Huawei Ascend D Qual XL arrives in the Philippines

The Huawei Ascend D Quad XL, according to a report by YugaTech, has arrived in the Philippines. This device was first announced by Huawei during the Mobile World Congress 2012. Unfortunately, it is only today that the device has come through to the Philippines. Anyway, I do not have any idea how much the Chinese-company is pricing the device in the country but if you see them in stores, it should be around 25,000-30,000 pesos. For those who still does not know the specs of the Ascend Quad D XL, head over here.

Nokia announced the Lumia 505 Windows Phone 7.8 smartphone

Nokia announced another family member into their Lumia line of smartphones. The Nokia Lumia 505, is a Windows Phone 7.8 smartphone that's announced in Mexico (well at least that is the Nokia website that has the phone). Anyway, this smartphone, apparently, is a aimed for those who are in a budget in buying their next or new smartphone. With regards to its availability in other markets outside Mexico, is yet to be known. But, by the looks of it this is surely a smartphone that will be sold worldwide. The Lumia 505 will not be upgraded to Windows Phone 8, unfortunately, and will only stay on the version of Windows Phone that it has when it comes out from the box. Head after the break to check out the device's specs.

PHIL: Sony Xperia V now available for pre-orders via Smart

Smart have announced that they are now accepting pre-orders of the Sony Xperia V. The Xperia V was one of the those phones that was announced by Sony Mobile back in August during MWC 2012. Anyway, in the Philippines, the smartphone will be available via Smart. I am not sure though if Globe is offering the device too. Anyway, for those who wants to pre-order one now you can go to Smart's website and pre-order yours now. The Sony Xperia V runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and sports a 4.3" HD display running with a 1.5GHz dual-core processor. For more details about the Xperia V head over here.

Google Chrome version 23.0.1271.97 released

Google has released a new version of Chrome 23. The update is available via the official download page of the browser or by clicking through Options > About Google Chrome. The new version brings in bug fixes that the Chrome people have listed on their blogsite. Also, Google Chrome version 23.0.1271.97 brings an update to Adobe Flash. Before this update was installed into my system, I had problems with the browser, it kept on crashing like there was no tomorrow and it seems like this update has solved and removed that problem.

Asus PadFone 2 receives Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

According to a report by Endgadget, that the Asus PadFone 2 has started receiving the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update. Well, they said that its for the "fone" part of the PadFone only. The update is being administered via OTA so for those who owns an Asus PadFone 2, you might want to go to settings and hit on System Update. Cheers!

PHIL: Smart and Globe will be launching the iPhone 5 come December 14

The Philippines' two surviving (technically speaking) carriers will be offering the iPhone 5 come December 14! Yup, it is probably the most awaited smartphone in 2012 and the Philippine market will finally get their share of the excitement. Smart and Globe will both be offering the device for Free if you get it with a 2-year contract under their Plan 2499. We are talking about the iPhone 5 16GB if you want to get the iPhone with a higher storage capacity, then you'd have to look beyond plan 2499 to get the device for free.

Sony Mobile announces the Xperia E and Xperia E dual Android smartphones

Sony Mobile announced a new Android smartphone into their Xperia Line of devices. Time will come that Sony will be using up all the 24 letters in the English alphabet and the letter "e" is down. Dubbed as the Sony Xperia E, this Android 4.0 ICS running smartphone comes with a brother. That brother is the Sony Xperia E dual. As the name suggests it's a dual-sim smartphone with all the things the non-dual version has. Anyway, Sony Mobile is expected to launch the device in early 2013. The price is still a mystery for now but the specs are not.

USA: AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S III now gets Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

AT&T's Samsung Galaxy S III already started getting the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update. Unfortunately, the update is not via OTA but rather via Samsung Kies. So for those who own AT&T's SGS III you need to Macs or PCs for you to get the fastest and smoothest version of Android available for the smartphone today. For more information about how to update your device to Android 4.1 Jelly Bean head over here on Samsung US' FAQs page.

Nokia introduces the Lumia 620 budget friendly Windows Phone 8 smartphone

Nokia announced a budget-friendly Windows Phoe 8 smartphone in France. This announcement was preceded by an introduction of a smartphone in China dubbed as the Nokia Lumia 920T (which is a device exclusive for the Chinese market). So, back to the Lumia 620, the device is said to be friendly for those who are on a budget because Nokia will be selling the device at an estimated price of only US$249! But the price is just one thing in the puzzle, we still have to see the specs of this device if that price point is rightful for it's specs. According to Nokia's presser, the device is scheduled to launch the device first in Asia next year and will be followed by the device being sold in Europe and in the Middle East.

USA: Verizon starts selling Galaxy Note II AT&T drops the price

The Samsung Galaxy Note II, which has already been sold 5million times globally, already made land fall in the US. This time, Verizon takes the spotlight of launching the phablet to their customers while AT&T drops the price of the device starting at $174.99. For those who are still not friends with the Galaxy Note II, you might want to know him here. And for those who wants to get the device from AT&T with that price head over here (Grey and White). For die-hard Verizon customers, you can get the Note II here ($299.99). Don't like either of the two? Get it from Sprint ($299.99) then.

Google Chrome updated to 23.0.1271.95

Google has released a security fix to Chrome 23. The update will bring your Google Chrome browser's version to 23.0.1271.95. This update is minor, apparently, but it's a security fix so it's still important. Get the newest stable version of Chrome 23 by updating your browsers by clicking through Options > About Google Chrome > and wait for it to download and install the update. You can also download this update manually via the Google Chrome download page.

Meizu MX2 announced

The Chinese company named, Meizu, has announced the successor apparent of the MX line of smartphones. The Meizu MX 2 which is now available in the Chinese market, runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and sports a, what sounds like an in-house processor, the MX5S quad-core CPU. I am not sure if this smartphone will make it outside the Chinese market but it really is a stunning smartphone that can pretty much challenge those flagship Android smartphones out there. It carries an HD display measuring at 4.4" and an 8MP back-illuminated camera. By the way, Meizu's Flyme UI is beautiful. It keeps the whole thing simple just like how the hardware design of the device wants to say.

Lenovo announced the P770 Android smartphone with a 3,500 mAh battery

Lenovo announced what seems to be their version of the Motorola RAZR MAXX. The Lenovo P770 was announced by Lenovo in China on their Chinese website with a selling point of sporting a huge 3,500 mAh battery. I believe the device is on sale today in China and for those who are in the country, you might want to check out the device here.

UK: Nokia Lumia 820 now available via Clove UK for £399.98

The Nokia Lumia 820 Windows Phone 8 smartphone in black is now available via Clove UK for  £399.98 (VAT inclusive). Clove UK is also expecting to receive the first stock of the white version of the same smartphone come December 1 (Friday). So for those who are sick with the color black, you might want to wait for the availability of the white Lumia 820. You can head over to Clove UK here and get the black Lumia 820, if you want it, and go here to check it's specification details.

UK: Three UK to offer the Google Nexus 4 by LG soon!

The LG made Google Nexus 4 is announced to be coming soon over at Three UK. The announcement came from the carrier's blogsite and unfortunately, they could not tell us when the device is exactly landing into their stores. The price was not even announced. But rest assured that Three UK will be offering the device free with if you get it via a commitment with them. For that, we just have to wait. To get a load of the device's specs, head over here.

USA: Verizon starts selling the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 for $499.99

Verizon, has started selling the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 with 4G LTE connectivity Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich tablet. Verizon is asking for $499.99 with a month to month service. If you go ahead and get one now, Verizon is promising to ship the tablet to your doorsteps by November 26. For that price, you will be getting the 8GB Galaxy Tab 2 10.1. This device should be getting the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. For those who still wants to read the device's full specs, head over here.

USA: HTC Droid DNA now available for $199.99

As announced, Verizon is now selling the HTC Droid DNA, HTC's way of killing Samsung's Galaxy Note II. Verizon is offering the phablet for $199.99 with a 2-year contract. For those who still does not know the device, you can head over here and check the specs of the DNA. You can go ahead over at Verizon to get one of this monsters. Verizon is selling it online or in Verizon stores.

Sony Mobile announces the Sony Xperia TX in Australia

Sony Mobile, in Australia, has launched the Sony Xperia TX. The device is scheduled to be available coming November 28. Vodafone Australia will be offering the phone with their $50 plan or you can either get it without a plan for $629. The Xperia TX, is basically a different phone compared to the Xperia T in terms of design. In terms of the internals they are both almost the same.

Opera releases security and bug fixes to the desktop browser - Opera 12.11

Opera released a security and bug fixes to their desktop browser. The update will bring your Opera up to Opera 12.11 and, as what they have said, will improve the overall stability of the browser. This is a stable release and you can get the update by simply clicking through the Opera Button > Help > Check for updates. The browser should automatically check for a newer version and should also install it for you. You can get Opera 12.11 by downloading it too. Get it from the official Opera download page.

USA: The Apple iPad Mini and iPad 4 now available from Verizon, Sprint, and AT&T

The newest iOS device that Apple has made (among others), the iPad Mini is now available via Verizon, Sprint, and AT&T. This is the 7.9-incher iPad that sports 4G LTE and is apparently able to give you 4G internet speeds if you get it from either of these carriers. Verizon is offering the iPad Mini for $459.99 (16GB), $559.99 (32GB), and $659.99 (64GB). AT&T is offering it for $359.99 (16GB), $459.99 (32GB), and $559.99 (64GB). These offers fro AT&T requires you to be committed to the carrier for 2-years which is unlike Verizon's offer because Verizon only requires a "month to month service". Sprint is offering the iPad Mini too. Sprint and Verizon have the same pricing for the iPad Mini.

USA: T-Mobile makes the Nokia Lumia 810 and HTC 8X available

T-Mobile has officially launched the Nokia Lumia 810 and the HTC 8X. Two new Windows Phone 8 smartphones landing on T-Mobiles turf. These devices are now available from T-Mobile stores and are being offered for $149.99 (HTC 8X) and for $99.99 (Lumia 810). So it's your choice. You can head to T-Mobile's online store to get either of the two Windows Phone smartphone. Cheers!

Android 4.2 Jelly Bean pushes to the Nexus 7 and the Galaxy Nexus

Google is now pushing the Android 4.2 Jelly Bean update to the Galaxy Nexus and the Nexus 7 (or the Nexus Tablet). According to reports I was able to read, the Galaxy Nexus' Android 4.2 JB update and the Nexus 7's update is a manual update. Which means you have to download the software first before you can actually update your device. Today though, a report by PocketNow says that the Nexus 7's update is now pushing via OTA. Google has also posted on their Android Developers blog the details that Android 4.2 Jelly Bean has and what it will give your devices. Cheers!

USA: Verizon and HTC announced the HTC Droid DNA a 5" behemoth coming in Nov. 21 for $199.99

Droid DNA

Verizon, together with HTC, announced what is HTC's take on Samsung's Galaxy Note, the HTC Droid DNA. We have already seen this device being announced by HTC in Japan, dubbed as the HTC J Butterfly. It is the world's first device to sport a 1080p display in a 5" big screen. It's a bit smaller than the Galaxy Note II and even the Note I but it is, apparently, a phablet. So, it's official, HTC's really hopping in the bandwagon of phone makers trying to get a chunk of Samsung's phbalet market. Verizon will be offering the device for $199.99 with a 2-year contract starting November 19. But it is currently available for pre-orders.

USA: Sprint announced the ZTE Flash 4G LTE

Sprint announced a new member of their 4G LTE smartphone portfolio by announcing the ZTE Flash. An Android running device that sports 4G LTE connectivity, a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, and a 4.5" IPS display. Sprint will be offering the device soon. I still do not know when but Sprint will announce that anytime soon. No price was given. I can't even find the official press release for this device on their website. They just posted the fact sheet of the ZTE Flash, which is a sign that the device will be launched by the carrier. Anyway, the specs of the device are listed after the break.

UK: Nokia Lumia 920 over at Clove UK offered for £520.00 SIM-free

I am pretty sure that the Nokia Lumia 920 and the Lumia 820 are already available in the UK (I probably missed it). But anyhow, Clove UK is offering a SIM-free Lumia 920 for £520.00 (VAT inclusive). Not only that, the popular retailer is also offering a white version of the said Windows Phone 8 smartphone. This might be a very late post already but late is, yet again, better than never. For those who wants to get the Lumia 820, Clove UK is also offering it for £399.98.

USA: AT&T announced the availability of the Samsung Galaxy Camera on November 16

Some call it the weirdest camera around and probably it's a stupid device. Regardless, Samsung, in October pushed through and announced to the world the first camera with the features of a smartphone. The Samsung Galaxy Camera runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean and sports 4G LTE connectivity, among others. It also sports Samsung's Exynos 4412 Quad processor that can provide all the computing power your Galaxy Camera needs at 1.4GHz (quad-core). For those who has not seen the full specs detail of the device you can head over here and check it out yourself.

USA: AT&T's HTC One X+ and HTC One VX to arrive in Nov. 16 HTC One X+ can be pre-ordered starting today

HTC One X+

AT&T announced that both the HTC One X+ and the HTC One VX will be available starting November 16. If you remember, the HTC One X+ is HTC's most powerful smartphone they have ever announced, sporting a 1.7GHz nVidia Tegra 3 quad-core processor. On the other hand, the HTC One VX, was announced by AT&T together with the One X+ but the One VX is a budget-friendly smartphone. It sports a 1.5GHz dual-core processor with a 4.5" display. Not bad for something to be priced lower than the One X+. Anyway, AT&T also announced that the One X+ will be available for pre-order starting November 13, that is today. So, if you want to be one of the firsts to own one, head over here.

Nexus 4 and Nexus 10 now available!

The next iteration of Google's Nexus line of smartphones and tablets, the Nexus 4 (made by LG) and the Nexus 10 (made by Samsung) are now available in the US, the UK, Canada, Germany, France, Spain, and in Australia. In the UK, 30 minutes into the smartphone's availability, it had already sold out. So, I think, for those who are in the UK, since you really want the Nexus 4, you have to wait for new stock to come in. But I am sure, Google and LG have that noted already. So, there! For those who live in these countries, you are one of the firsts to get a taste to Pure Google goodness. Head over at the Google Nexus webpage to get one now.  Cheers!

PHIL: Asus launched the VivoBook and Zenbook Touch

Remember that hybrid laptop? How about the Asus Zenbook Touch? Asus, in the Philippines has officially unveiled and priced these laptops in the country. The Asus VivoBook S400 and the VivoBook X202E are priced at Php 35,995 and at Php 20,995 (starting price). While Asus' version of Apple's MacBook Air, the Zenbook Touch is priced at Php 76,995. For the specs of these devices, simply click on the hyperlinks on the names. These hybrids should probably available in your nearest computer or Asus stores. 

USA: AT&T to launch the Nokia Lumia 820 and 920 Windows Phone 8 smartphones in November 9

AT&T, the exclusive carrier of the two new Nokia Lumia Windows Phone 8 smartphones that Nokia announced back in September, announced that these new devices will be available starting November 9. The Nokia Lumia 820 and the Lumia 920 will be offered by AT&T for $49.99 and $99.99, respectively. Pre-orders for these devices will start on November 7 at the AT&T website. Good news for those who wants to get either of these two brilliantly designed Windows Phone 8 smartphones.

Opera 12.10 released

Opera 12.10 is finally released and is now available for download from the Opera site. So, what are the things that are new to this version of the popular browser? Well, one thing that Opera is promoting with Opera 12.10 is their support for extensions. This version of Opera (for those running on Windows) has improved support for touch-input both on Windows 7 and the new baby from Microsoft, Windows 8.For those who are running on Mac OS X, Opera 12.10 will now be incorporated into the Notification Center and support for those brilliant displays from Apple (Retina).

USA: AT&T announces the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and ATIV Smart PC coming in November 9

AT&T announced the availability of two new Samsung devices joining their mobile devices portfolio. Coming this November 9, the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and the Samsung ATIV Smart PC both having 4G LTE connectivity with AT&T, will be launched. AT&T will be offering the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (Android) for $499.99 while the Samsung ATIV Smart PC (running on Windows 8) will be offered for $799.99. The Samsung ATIV Smart PC, like other Windows 8 devices announced, will be a touchscreen device and like most other Windows 8 devices, will be a hybrid, which means it can be a laptop and a tablet.

Google Chrome 23 released!

Google has released Chrome 23 to the world of stability, I mean to the stable world. But before I continue, let me take this opportunity to congratulate US President Barack Obama for his re-election. Anyway, back to Chrome 23. When I updated my Chrome, I immediately went to the options page to check what are the stuff added into the browser. There were two things I saw there that were not in Chrome 22. 1) The option to open the page where you left chrome and 2) the 'Do not track' option under the advanced settings page. 

USA: AT&T's LG Optimus G now available for $199.99

It's not only Sony Mobile's Xperia TL that is getting all the spotlight at AT&T because the LG Optimus G is also available via AT&T. Like the Xperia TL to the Xperia T, the LG Optimus G is the same as the international version of the same device. It is LG's latest Android flagship smartphone. But unlike the international version, AT&T's Optimus G will be getting just the 1.5GHz dual-core processor. The good thing though is that the dual-core chip inside the Optimus G is that the Optimus G is getting the 1.5Ghz Krait Qualcomm Snapdragon MDM9215M APQ8064 dual-core processor with an Adreno 320 GPU. Like the Xperia TL, the Optimus G will also be able to use AT&T's 4G LTE network. So, for those who wants to own one now, head over to AT&T and order yours.

USA: The Sony Xperia TL is now available via AT&T for $99.99

AT&T's Sony Xperia TL, known outside the US as the Xperia T, is now available via the carrier who is offering the device for just $99.99 with a 2-year contract. The Xperia TL is basically the same as the Xperia T, from the design to the specs. It is the same phone that James Bond likes. Anyway, as most of you should have already known, this is the latest Android flagship smartphone from Sony Mobile running on Android 4.0 ICS and is powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor. For those who wants to get on from AT&T, head over here. The specs of the device is listed after the break.

USA: iPad 4 now available via Verizon and AT&T

 Launched back in late October, the 4th generation iPad is now available from Verizon and AT&T. Other markets too should be getting this tablet. You might want to check your local Apple Online Store if the iPad 4 is already available. The countries that are included in today's launch are here. Pricing is also available on that same link. Anyway, for those who are in the US, Verizon and AT&T are the first carriers to carry the tablet and are already selling them now. If you want to own one, you can either go to the US Apple Online Store, or head to the nearest Verizon or AT&T stores.

USA: Motorola Electrify M announced for US Cellular

Motorola and US Cellular have announced a new Android smartphone for the carrier by the name of the Motorola Electrify M. Apparently, this device will succeed over the Electrify 2. Also this device is not really something different from the Motorola RAZR M, the design is a bit different though but more or less it's still the RAZR M. Anyway, it runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and is eligible for an Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update. Powered by the same 1.5GHz dual-core processor, the Electrify M is a phone you would want if you are planning to buy a new smartphone. It is also compatible with US Cellular's 4G LTE network, neat! US Cellular will make the Electrify M available starting November 8 for just $99.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate.

Samsung Galaxy Premier Announced

Samsung finally announced and posted this device over their international press media website. The Samsung Galaxy Premier (click for specs) will be available first in Russia followed by other markets including SouthEast Asia, China, and in South Korea. About its pricing, no word yet, as usual, that is how Samsung does it. So we will just have to wait until this device gets launched in these markets.

UK: HTC One X+ is now available for £474

The HTC One X+, the latest Android flagship smartphone from HTC, is now available in the UK (unlocked) courtesy of Clove UK. Clove is pricing the device at £474 (VAT inclusive).As a refresher, the HTC One X+ sports a 4.7" (1280x720) display, powered by a 1.7GHz nVidia Tegra 3 processor running on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean. So if you're in the UK and wants to own one, head over here.

USA: Verizon launches the LG Spectrum 2 for $99.99

Verizon have announced and already made the LG Spectrum 2 available starting today for just $99.99 with a 2-year contract. The LG Spectrum 2 sports a True HD display and is powered by a 1.5GHz dual-core processor. Like most high-end Android smartphones today, the Spectrum 2 has 4G LTE connectivity to give you that fast mobile internet browsing everybody deserves. For those who wants to own one, head over to Verizon's website to get the device. Head after the break to check its specs.

Huawei Honor 2 announced

Huawei have announced the successor to their previous flagship Android smartphone, the Honor. Dubbed rightfully as the Huawei Honor 2, the device runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and sports an in-house quad-core processor (Huawei made). The screen on this device is a 4.5" HD IPS display with a native resolution of 720p which equates to a stunning 326 pixel density.. Huawei will be launching the device in China first next month. This should also be launched to other markets across the globe. But we will have to wait for that to happen.

Google Voice Search now available for iOS

This is the closest thing that iOS can get to Google Now, Google's Voice Search, which is now available for download from the App Store. The application, which basically competes with Siri, works just like Google Now. Google Voice Search is quick and easy to use, with just a tap of the "Voice" button at the bottom of the app, you can ask Google away, anything you can think of. Download the app now at the App Store and try it out for yourself. I will be embedding a video after the break for you to be able to preview the app before downloading it.

USA: Verizon announces the Nokia Lumia 822

Verizon has announced their very own Nokia Lumia which almost completes it. T-Mobile has their own, the Lumia 810, AT&T will carry both the Lumia 920 and the 820, and Verizon with this, the Nokia Lumia 822. Sprint has yet to get a Lumia phone, so yeah. Anyway, Verizon did not say anything about when the Lumia 822 will eventually make its way into Verizon stores neither its price. We will just have to wait for that.

Google Nexus 7 with 32GB storage and HSPA+ variant announced

Photo: Android Community

Google, aside from unveiling the Nexus 4 and the Nexus 10, has also unveiled, again, the Nexus 7. This time though, it packs a 32GB internal storage capacity and HSPA+ connectivity. The 16GB Nexus 7 will now replace the Nexus 8 at the $200 price point while the 32GB will be priced at $249. If you want to get the Nexus 7 with HSPA+ connectivity then it's for $299. All these prices are still pretty neat deals considering that the device (the new 32GB variant) will be running Android 4.2 Jelly Bean from the box. Google did not change anything on the device's specs, it still sports 1GB RAM, an nVidia Tegra 3 processor, and that 7" display.

The Google Nexus 10 by Samsung

The larger of the Nexus Tablet family is finally unveiled. Made by Samsung, the Google Nexus 10 is, apparently a 10-incher, Android 4.2 Jelly Bean running, tablet. So basically, Google, together with it's OEMs, announced two devices during the cancelled event, the Nexus 4 and the Nexus 10. This tablet, according to Google, is the tablet with the world's highest resolution ever to have been made. Well, to give you numbers, the Nexus 10's screen sports a whopping 2560x1600 resolution with a pixel density of 300 ppi that is larger than the newly announced iPad 4 (the successor of the New iPad).