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Android-Based Asus Smartbook Arrives Early Next Year [NetBooks]
Android-Based Asus Smartbook Arrives Early Next Year [NetBooks]
That on-again , off-again Asus Eee PC with Android OS, and 1GHz Snapdragon processor is, well, back on again. Asus now calls it their "secret weapon" and says it should arrive early next year for about $180 bucks. Maybe all the interest in Android 2.0 got them interested again. As a ...
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youtube.com — Highlights from the latest Android platform release (more) Android 2.0 Official Video
Can the Droid save Motorola?
Can the Droid save Motorola?
aphnetworks.com — From CNET News.com: Judging from the hype surrounding the new smartphone, which is the first device to use the Google Android 2.0 operating system, there is a good chance the Droid could be the breakthrough device that helps Motorola rise from the ashes. But it will likely take more than ... (more) Can the Droid save Motorola?
Android 2.0 'Eclair' SDK released
Android 2.0 'Eclair' SDK released
bit-tech.net — The first release of Android 2.0's SDK - codenamed 'Eclair' - has hit the 'net, and there's some interesting new features for developers to play with. (more) Android 2.0 'Eclair' SDK released
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Android Smartbook Acer's �Secret Weapon"
I4U News — ... (via Gizmodo ). The itty-bitty smartbook could be a breakthrough in the development of netbooks. With the introduction of CULVs and other ultra-portable notebooks, netbooks have shifted towards smaller, lower-priced machines. When consumers buy a netbook, they want a device that is good for browsing, word processing, and social networking. A netbook needs to boot fast and have great battery life. That is pretty much it. The Android Eee PC should be very battery efficient, thanks to its ARM-based processor. This thing is basically a high-end Android smartphone in the body of ...

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