Google’s first serious tablet push didn’t start with a Pixel Slate or a Galaxy Tab partnership. It started with Motorola, Honeycomb, and a 10.1‑inch slab called the XOOM that was supposed to be Android’s big-bang moment against the iPad. In theory, it had everything: dual‑core Tegra 2, a higher‑res display than Apple, expandable storage, HDMI […]
Google Nexus S Revisited: The Royal Droid That Missed Its Moment
If you’re looking back at the Google Nexus S as some kind of lost Android king, you need to look a lot closer at what Google and Samsung actually shipped. This was billed as the “Royal Droid” and the first Gingerbread phone, but under the crown there’s a lot of 2010 hardware, 2009 imaging, and […]
Android 2.2 Froyo (Frozen Yogurt)
Overview: Android 2.2, affectionately named “Froyo” (short for Frozen Yogurt), was unveiled in May 2010. This version was a testament to Android’s maturation, focusing on performance enhancements, enterprise capabilities, and a range of user-friendly features. History: Following the success of Éclair, Google was keen to address both the consumer and enterprise segments of the market. […]
HTC Desire HD Revisited: The Original Big-Screen Android Heavyweight
The HTC Desire HD is the big-screen Android flagship you probably remember for its size, not its camera. Back when 4.3-inch displays were considered outrageous and Android 2.2 Froyo was “latest and greatest,” HTC shipped the Desire HD as its no-compromise slab for people who wanted the biggest screen, fastest chip, and newest software possible. […]