| IDC: Android tablets will overtake iPad by 2015, despite everything Mar 14th 2012, 13:01 They're not center-stage right now, but Android tablets are still predicted to overtake the iPad within the next three years, according to IDC. The forecasters noted that Apple's worldwide share of the tablet market is shrinking with each new lower-priced Android competitor. Even as iPad sales continued to grow in 2011, surging 50 percent between Q3 and Q4, its market share fell during the same period, from 61.5 to 54.7 percent. That gives the iOS slate a weaker lead going into 2012 than suggested by earlier figures. Of course, the iPad remains an individual starlet in front of a troupe of Google dancers, so Apple's position as the upper-most vendor isn't under threat. In fact, IDC predicts it will remain the market leader in terms of revenue beyond 2016, which ought to put some fire in Amazon's belly. IDC: Android tablets will overtake iPad by 2015, despite everything originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09:01:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink  PCWorld |  IDC | Email this | Comments | | Galaxy Note LTE gains access to T-Mobile's HSPA+ network with custom radio Mar 14th 2012, 12:27 To all T-Mobile users that've privately longed to wield the Galaxy Note, yet've remained deterred by its nasty EDGE speed limitation, we've just one thing to say: welcome to flavor country. A new workaround designed specifically for AT&T's LTE variant of the monolithic smartphone (and ostensibly, Canadian versions, but not the international model), has successfully enabled HSPA+ support for AWS networks. Just like the Galaxy S II Skyrocket hack, the process is fairly straightforward; users must simply enter a SIM unlock code and then flash one of three radio files to the handset -- feel free to experiment and pick the most reliable of the bunch. While all functions are said to work properly, your phone's battery life may take a hit, as reports indicate that signal strength isn't quite up to par. For those wanting to proceed, just be sure to obtain a stock copy of your phone's radio file before diving in -- otherwise, once the new baseband's in place, you'll be unable to access Ma Bell's LTE network. Isn't compromise the greatest? Galaxy Note LTE gains access to T-Mobile's HSPA+ network with custom radio originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 14 Mar 2012 08:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink Android Community | xda-developers forum | Email this | Comments | | eBay launches Watch With eBay iPad app, lets you 'shop like a star' Mar 14th 2012, 11:49 This year's SXSW isn't all about fancy rides and Instagram teasers, also in the mix is eBay's fresh iPad app, dubbed Watch With eBay. The free goodies will let you spend some cash (at least eBay's hoping you will) on bits related to what you're watching on TV, which is made possible by a zip code-based guide within the app. For example, you can snag a jersey that'll show your true colors while you bask in the majesty of Anthony Davis' unibrow during March Madness. Among other features are the ability to browse through most recently watched shows, bid on items and an option to "shop like your favorite celebrity." So, perhaps you could end up with one of those ugly sweaters from Community. Watch With eBay is live now, and you can grab it by hitting up the App Store on your Cupertino slate or directly from the source link below. eBay launches Watch With eBay iPad app, lets you 'shop like a star' originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 14 Mar 2012 07:49:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | App Store | Email this | Comments | |
