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			<title>LG Plans to Officially Unveil Their Flexible OLED Display Tech Later This Week</title>
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			<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2013 15:27:12 GMT</pubDate>
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The LG flexible OLED display reveal is going to happen a great deal sooner than expected.  In fact, according to a press release directly from LG, they will be debuting the technology later this week at the The Society for Information Display annual show in Vancouver, Canada.  LG plans to debut a 5-inch unbreakable flexible OLED display at the event.<br />
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Samsung has been developing their own version of this remarkable new tech as well, but they have run into some development snags.  It will be a remarkable achievement if LG's version of the tech actually beats Samsung to market so quickly.  Here's LG's official press release,<br />
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			Seoul, Korea (May 20, 2013) – LG Display [NYSE: LPL, KRX: 034220], a leading innovator of display technologies, will showcase the latest TV, mobile, and other products representing the future of display technology at the Society for Information Display’s (SID) Display Week 2013. Underscoring its leadership in OLED technology, the company will introduce both a curved 55-inch OLED TV and a 5-inch plastic OLED panel. Also exhibited will be mobile panels applied with Oxide Thin Film Transistor (TFT) which is viewed as the next generation TFT technology.<br />
“Recent trends indicate that the small- and medium-sized display market is moving towards high resolution and low power consumption, and the large panel market to OLED and Ultra HD,” said Dr. Sang-Deok Yeo, CTO and Executive Vice President of LG Display. “With the resulting rapid need for new display advancements, LG Display, at the forefront of these trends, is well positioned to lead the market with its differentiated and cutting-edge technologies.”<br />
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Industry Leadership in OLED<br />
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LG Display will demonstrate its industry leadership in OLED technology by showcasing a curved 55-inch OLED TV, as well as its award-winning standard 55-inch OLED TV at SID 2013. Based on the same WRGB OLED technology as the standard set, now widely adopted as the most effective OLED application for large-sized panels, the new curved 55-inch OLED TV offers a glimpse into the future of TV design.<br />
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In addition, for the first time to the public, the company will unveil an unbreakable and flexible 5- inch plastic OLED panel for mobile devices. The development comes at a crucial time when smart devices are being used more than ever and at increased risk for damage from drops, hits, and other accidents.<br />
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Next Generation TFT LCD Method<br />
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LG Display will also introduce 5-inch and 7-inch HD LCD panels based on Oxide TFT, seen as the next generation TFT technology as it offers high investment efficiency in producing thin, high transparency, and low power consumption displays. LG Display, which utilized this technology in its large-sized OLED displays for the first time in the world, will expand its expertise to LCD panel development thereby leading the market.<br />
The 5-inch HD panel will feature 1.0mm bezel allowing production of borderless smartphones that are lightweight and emit significantly less heat. The 7-inch HD LCD panel is equipped with touch function-embedded technology enabling superior touch functionality in thin and lightweight mobile products.<br />
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Superior High Resolution for Monitors and Tablets<br />
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LG Display, which was first to introduce an 84-inch Ultra HD TV, now advances the high-definition trend further with the world’s first Ultra HD panel for 23.8-inch monitors. In addition, the company will showcase a 14-inch Quadruple HD (2,560X1,440) panel for laptops, and the world’s first 7-inch Full HD panel for tablets that exceeds 300 pixels per inch (PPI).<br />
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Other Innovative Advancements on Exhibit<br />
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LG Display will also present a new type of LCD which can depict the highest level of color reproduction ratio for implementation across various industries. Products, on exhibit, applying this technology include a transparent 47-inch LCD panel for refrigerators featuring a 15% increase in transparency while maintaining NTSC 72% or the same as generic HDTVs, a 12.3-inch Full HD LCD panel for automotive dashboards with 800nit high brightness and 85% color reproduction ratio, and a 24-inch Adobe RGB monitor panel for professionals with 100% color reproduction ratio.<br />
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The company will also spotlight it’s commitment to heightened design standards based on borderless technology with a 5-inch HD LCD panel for smartphones with 1.0mm bezel, as well as products boasting the world’s most narrow bezels including a 13.3-inch Full HD LCD Neo Edge panel for laptops with 1.5mm bezel, a 23.8-inch Full HD LCD Neo Blade panel for monitors with 3.5mm bezel, and a 55-inch LCD panel for video walls with 5.3mm bezel.<br />
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SID Display Week 2013<br />
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SID Display Week 2013 will be held in Vancouver, Canada from May 19 to 24. LG Display’s products will be showcased at Booth #1012, and allow visitors to experience the latest offerings from the world’s leading display company.<br />
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In addition to product exhibits, LG Display will also present its distinguished technology with 17 major dissertations on a variety of display topics. Also, Dr. In-Byung Kang, Senior Vice President and Lead Laboratory Chief of LG Display, will be recognized with a special achievement award for his work in FPR 3D and IPS LCD technology.
			
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			<title><![CDATA[[Rumor] New Nexus 7 and Android 4.3 Coming in July]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 20:41:32 GMT</pubDate>
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For some, the Google I/O 2013 Keynote was as remarkable for what was <i>not</i> included as what was included.  Many were hoping to catch a glimpse of a new Nexus 7 product, or maybe Android 4.3 which we have been hearing rumors about.  Sadly, that didn't happen, (unless you indirectly consider the new SGS4 GE to be a pseudo-Nexus device release).  However, there is some new info suggesting we will still see both a Nexus 7 and Android 4.3 before the end of the summer.  <br />
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The latest &quot;rumint&quot; indicates a July time-frame for the launch of both of these.  Obviously, these launches will be designed to coincide because Android 4.3 will be the OS debuted on the new Nexus 7 model refresh.  There is not really much known about Android 4.3 at this time.  No real features or functions have been leaked during the time we have caught glimpses of its nomenclature.  The only hint we have is the next iteration of Android is likely to include the new Bluetooth 4.0 Smart Ready (also known as Bluetooth Low Energy or BLE).  This will be a new Bluetooth standard which uses less power than the current standard, which will be much appreciated in the mobile world.<br />
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This hint of a feature also leads into why the speculation suggests a July time-frame for the release of Android 4.3.  Google sent out a press release about the new standard, and supposedly someone at let slip during a Google I/O 2013 developer session that the new BLE will be launched in a couple of months.  If you put two and two together, this indirectly confirms a July launch of a feature that will most likely be given in an incremental update like Android 4.3 would be.  Of course, it's just speculation at this point, but we will keep you informed if more details emerge.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[[Poll] Like, Dislike, Unsure of Google Glass; Google Wants Developers to Hack Glass]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 16:35:41 GMT</pubDate>
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Here's a Google Glass double story for you this morning.  <br />
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First, we have some intriguing intel for Google Glass developers.  It looks like Google plans to subtly tempt developers to hack Glass on purpose.  According to insider sources, one of Google I/O's sessions this week will be dedicated specifically to giving developers root access to Glass, with the intent of encouraging them to create experimental applications.  Despite the fact that your warranty will be voided if you gain root access to the device, Google actively wants developers to pursue this, just to see how far they can take their creative energies. <a href="http://www.technologyreview.com/news/514831/treading-carefully-google-encourages-developers-to-hack-glass/" target="_blank">~ Technology Review</a><br />
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Second, we wanted to take a moment and gauge interest in Google's newest &quot;outside the box&quot; product.  Google Glass has become a polarizing device in the media.  Almost everyday we hear stories of people &amp; groups who hate it or love it.  Of course, there are also some folks who are cautiously skeptical and sitting firmly in the middle on this device.  This gives us the perfect opportunity for a Thursday morning poll.  Here's the gist of it below,<br />
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Are you excited by the prospect of Google Glass and think it could be a highly successful new gadget in the future?<br />
Do you think Google Glass is a silly toy that will flop as badly as the Segway?<br />
Or, are you not quite sure what to make of this creature yet, and want to wait until the final retail launch to offer your judgement?<br />
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			<title>Google Will Soon Offer New Service: Send/Receive Money Through Google Wallet or Gmail</title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 15:31:22 GMT</pubDate>
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Amongst the plethora of new stuff Google announced at the Google I/O 2013 Keynote yesterday, one of the new services they will be offering is actually pretty exciting because of how mundane, yet useful it will be.  Google plans to offer a new service soon in which you can send and/or receive money to friends directly through Google Wallet or even just through Gmail!  What's really amazing about it is that if you are sending money via Google Wallet, there will be no fees at all, the transaction will be completely free.  Sending through Gmail will incur a small fee, but for the added convenience it is to be expected.  Here's a video above demoing the service, and a full quote from Google's blog below for more of the details,<br />
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			Paying back your friends is now as simple as sending an email, whether you’re chipping in for lunch or reimbursing your roommate for your share of the rent.<br />
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Google Wallet is now integrated with Gmail, so you can quickly and securely send money to friends and family directly within Gmail -- even if they don’t have a Gmail address. It's free to send money if your bank account is linked to Google Wallet or using your Google Wallet Balance, and low fees apply to send money using your linked credit or debit card. <br />
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To send money in Gmail, hover over the attachment paperclip, click the $ icon to attach money to your message, enter the amount you wish to send, and press send. <br />
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While sending money in Gmail is currently only available on desktop, you can send money from Google Wallet at wallet.google.com from your phone or laptop. You will need to have set up Google Wallet to send and receive money, and Google Wallet Purchase Protection covers you 100% against eligible unauthorized payments.<br />
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We’re rolling out this feature over the coming months to all U.S. Gmail users over 18 years old, so keep an eye out for the $ icon in the attachment options. You can also get earlier access if your friends have the feature and send money to you. <br />
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To learn more, visit our <a href="http://www.google.com/wallet/send-money/" target="_blank">website</a>.
			
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			<title>Watch the Entire 4 Hour Google I/O 2013 Keynote in Case You Missed It</title>
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			<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 15:13:08 GMT</pubDate>
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For any of our members who had to miss the Google I/O 2013 keynote, they made the entire 4 hour event available on YouTube.  Here it is above if you have half a workday to spare now.  Enjoy!</div>


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			<title>Google Officially Announces Hangouts Unified Messaging Service</title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 19:45:25 GMT</pubDate>
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For weeks now we have been hearing rumors about a new Hangouts unified messaging service from Google.  Today at Google I/O they made it official and shared the details,<br />
<ul><li style="">Hangouts combines all Google messaging services including Google Talk, Google+ Hangouts and Google Messenger</li><li style="">It will be available starting Wednesday on Google Chrome OS, Android and iOS</li><li style="">It can also be accessed through desktop versions of Google+ and Gmail</li><li style="">Hangouts will also allow users to save text, images and videos from any of their chats conducted across all platforms</li><li style="">It will also allow you to access them through Google’s cloud storage service</li><li style="">Hangouts will also let users start video calls with up to 10 people at the same time</li></ul><br />
Even though Google hasn't really announced any cool new gadgets (other than the unlocked pure Android SGS4), it is obvious they have been focusing hardcore on developing better software experiences.  It's sometimes easy to forget that not all major technological advances are physical objects.  Software is what drives our devices to do so much, and it's developers that make this amazing stuff possible.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Google Now Evolves; Google Developing 'Star Trek-like' Voice Interaction with Devices]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 19:37:26 GMT</pubDate>
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One of the most exciting things shared at Google I/O this year is some major improvements to their Google Now voice search functionality.  In fact, they made it clear their intention is to eventually eliminate &quot;search as we know it.&quot;  The keynote speaker for the Google Now service made it clear that his dream since childhood was to create a computer experience in which the user communicated via voice with the device, just like in &quot;Star Trek the Next Generation&quot; TV series.  The Google Now team has evolved the product to a whole new level, and although we aren't quite to the Star Trek level of things, the new functionality is dramatically closer than before.  <br />
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For folks who have had the pleasure of using Google Now, it is an amazing and truly useful tool, but it's new functionality takes that much further.  The demonstration shared several new focuses and features for the service.  <br />
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First, they updated the intelligent search feature “knowledge graph,” and it now attempt to anticipate future searches based on past and current queries and your location.  It now offers a much more personal experience as well.  One of the examples in the demo found our user asking Google Now in plain conversational English a number of useful questions, including flight times, geographic locations and features, and much more.  It can even interpret your intent and offer information without you sharing very many details in your query.  <br />
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Google also added a hands-free conversational search to the Chrome browser, and users can start the voice recognition software with a simple, &quot;okay Google.&quot;  Google responds with a search result and an audio answer.  It can even display cards in your browser after a search to allow you to categorize better.<br />
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Ultimately, describing this functionality is much less impressive than seeing it demonstrated.  Eventually Google will likely make the keynote video available and when they do, be sure to start watching at about the 2 minute mark to see the new Google Now functions demonstrated in real-time.  It's amazing how far we have come toward fulfilling that dream of voice communicated control of our devices.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[[ANNOUNCED] Google Play Music 'All Access' Rolling Out Today]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 18:24:02 GMT</pubDate>
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Google has announced their new music streaming service today at Google I/O. The music service will come as part of Google Play Music, and gets a subscription tag called 'All Access.' Some of the great features you get with All Access:<br />
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<ul><li style="">Immediate and instant access to millions of tracks and Albums</li><li style="">Recommended Playlists</li><li style="">Featured lists and genre's</li><li style="">Can be accessed via Browser, PC, Tablet, and Smartphone</li><li style="">Turn your listening/artist preference into your own 'radio station'</li><li style="">Ability to skip, move and delete tracks from your 'radio station'</li></ul><br />
The service is launching today in the US with a FREE 30-day trial. Following the trial, the service will cost just $9.99 per month, but if you try out the service before June 30th, Google will give you full access for only $7.99/month.<br />
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			<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 17:56:11 GMT</pubDate>
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Those crafty Googlers at Google I/O this year shared a ton of new info regarding the direction of Android, the Google Play Store and the services and software for developers and consumers.  We wanted to share a quick breakdown of what they said.<br />
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First, Android activations are already up to 900 Million total.  This means we will easily hit the 1 Billion marke before the end of the year.  As far as app installs go, 48 Billion apps have been installed from the Google Play Store, with 2.5 Billion last month alone.  This has had a huge positive effect for devlopers, as revenue payed out to developers has risen by 2.5x per user in just one month.<br />
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They also announced several new services for both developers and consumers.  Here's a breakdown of new Google Play Services,<br />
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There are three new Google Maps APIs<br />
<ul><li style="">Fused Location Provide which is a new location API - it is faster &amp; more accurate and uses far less power than before</li><li style="">Geofencing - creates virtual fences</li><li style="">Activity Recognition - helps the Google Maps recognize whether you are driving, walking, riding a bike and more</li></ul><br />
Google Created a new Google IM cross platform sign-on which got the press and developers pretty excited.<br />
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They also improved GCM (Google Cloud Messaging)<br />
<ul><li style="">Now supports persistent communication with servers</li><li style="">Now supports upstream messaging</li><li style="">Synchronizes notifications across multiple devices</li></ul><br />
Google also announced their new Google Play Gaming Services and Gaming APIs<br />
<ul><li style="">Cloud Safe - saves user data across multiple devices (you can finish level one of a game on your phone and start where you left off on your tablet for example.)</li><li style="">Achievements and Leaderboards - encourages friendly competition with friends - check out your rankings compared to others - allows for cross platform comparisons</li><li style="">Comprehensive Player Matching Service for Multiplayer - Easy to invite &amp; quickly find and join friends or new people for multiplayer gaming</li></ul><br />
Android Studio - based upon IntelliJ<br />
<ul><li style="">Allows developers to be faster &amp; more productive</li><li style="">Includes multi-configuration editor - can make easy alterations for apps across multiple sized and multi-language devices &amp; more</li></ul><br />
Google Play Developer Console has been improved with 5 exciting new features<br />
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Finally, they also shared their new Google Play improvements including a UI that scales across multiple devices and a similar design for the web based version.<br />
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After this they showed off their new Google Music Subscription service called &quot;All Access&quot; which is a pretty big deal for the industry and will shake things up a bit.  You can read more about that at our separate story from &quot;CK.&quot;  They topped things off by announced the Samsung Galaxy S4 Google Edition Pure Android Unlocked device.  <br />
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Of course, the keynote is still going on, and they are diving into Chrome, Google+ and much much more.  For the most part the big announcements have happened, but we will share any other juicy details as we find them.<br />
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It's interesting how polarizing Google Glass can be (and I am not referring to a sunglass mounted version, although that will likely come in the future).  Some folks are thrilled by all the possibilities presented by the device, while some are appalled at the concept and think it will flop.  Of course, there are the folks in the middle who will happily sit on the fence until all of this actually shakes out with the retail launch of the device. In the mean-time, a clever videographer at Playground Labs decided to create a small movie showcasing a ton of creative and practical uses for the device, just to show the possibilities for the future.<br />
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We have a couple of smokin' hot Google I/O rumors for you guys this morning ahead of the event.  Both of these showed up late last night.  First, there is a huge amount of industry buzz from several big players suggesting that Google has beat Apple to the punch and will be offering a paid subscription based music streaming service with full licensing from Universal Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment and more.  This new streaming service, designed to compete directly with Spotify, will supposedly roll out on YouTube and the Google Play Store.  Here's a quote from <a href="http://www.theverge.com/2013/5/14/4331110/google-lands-universal-music-sony-for-spotify-competitor" target="_blank">The Verge</a> with some more of the details,<br />
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			Google plans to add separate music subscription services to YouTube and Google Play, the entertainment hub for the Android operating system. Earlier this year, Fortune magazine reported that Google had already struck similar licensing agreements with Warner Music Group, the smallest of the top three record labels. But landing Universal Music and Sony gives Google access to the two largest record companies, home to such acts as Bob Dylan, Alicia Keys, Lil Wayne, Rihanna, and Jay-Z. Spokespeople from Sony and Universal declined to comment.<br />
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When Google rolls out the new services tomorrow at I/O, it will mean that it gets the jump on Apple, which is also trying to launch a new streaming-music service. According to reports, Google's subscription services would resemble Spotify, and offer on-demand songs that would be streamed to their PCs and mobile devices. In contrast, Apple is working on an online radio service that is said to be more akin to Pandora, a service that plays songs at random similar to traditional radio.<br />
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Google comes to these negotiations as a powerful player in music. While Google Play is still a relatively new service, insiders say YouTube is a juggernaut. The user-generated video site sees more than 800 million unique visitors a month and music videos are among the most popular fare.
			
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Our second hot rumor is that Samsung and Google have been working on (and will announce at Google I/O) a pure Android version of the Galaxy S4 which will be called the Samsung Galaxy S4 GE (Google Edition).  We aren't sure what to make of this rumor.  Obviously the prospect has us pretty excited, but it also seems a bit far-fetched because a Google Edition SGS4 would compete directly with Google's own Nexus devices.  Of course, this was probably Google's plan all along, as the Nexus devices were simply a way to get manufacturers interested in doing a pure Android version of their devices.  If the Nexus devices were simply meant to be &quot;an example to follow&quot; from the beginning, then it is pretty exciting to see Samsung take up the challenge.<br />
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Of course, these are just rumors, and may not amount to anything.  One thing is for sure, Google I/O will start in just over an hour and we are anxious to see what crazy stuff Google pulls out of its hat.<br />
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We have a Google Double for your guys today, not to be confused with the Daily Double on Jeopardy.  This story is actually from yesterday, but we didn't quite get to it because yesterday had quite a few stories which were a bit more exciting.  Still, it's important to share this in case you guys missed it.  Google has made some updates to their services.  First, Google Play Store developers can now respond directly to app reviews in the Play Store to answer questions or offer help.  The feature was actually available to the top developers for about a year, but Google has since unrestricted it and it is now available to &quot;all&quot; developers.<br />
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You can post your responses using the Developer Console and it will show up right below the person you are responding to.  An email notification will be sent directly to any user you reply to. Then, users can update their reviews, if they choose.  This system can help you build a reputation as a developer who follows up with customers, so use it accordingly.  <br />
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The second interesting change Google made is they have combined many of their cloud storage options into one.  You can now combine your 5GB of Gmail storage with your 5 GB of Google Drive storage and your 5GB of Google+ Pics storage for a total of 15GB.  You no longer have to separate them and can commingle your personal content.  For Google Apps customers you can now do the same thing and combine for 30GB of unified storage, and if you purchase additional Google Drive storage it too will combine with your total.  Well... why didn't they think of that sooner?  :)<br />
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It looks like the NVIDIA Shield has graduated.  It's no longer just a &quot;Project&quot; and is instead now a &quot;Product.&quot;  NVIDIA just announced this morning the regular preorder for the device will begin on Monday, May 20th.  If you were one of the folks who signed up for their &quot;Shield Updates&quot; you can preorder the device now.  The Shield preorder price is $349 and it will ship in June.  You can head over to the preorder source link below for more info.  Here's the presser,<br />
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			Project SHIELD has dropped the “Project” and is now available to pre-order for those who signed up for the newsletter at shield.nvidia.com. Haven’t registered? Not to worry – there’s still time to sign-up before the general pre-order begins on Monday, May 20.<br />
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SHIELD is an open platform gaming portable designed for gamers who yearn to play when, where and how they want, featuring some cool new technology including:<br />
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Tegra 4 – the world’s fastest mobile processor, Tegra 4 packs 72 custom GPU cores and four Cortex-A15 CPU cores<br />
Console-grade controller – dual analog joysticks, a full-sized D-Pad, left and right analog triggers, full-sized bumpers and A/B/X/Y buttons<br />
High Fidelity Audio and Video –5-inch, 720p retinal multi-touch display and custom bass reflex tuned port audio system<br />
Memory and Storage – 2GB RAM, 16GB internal flash storage and microSD storage slot<br />
Android Jelly Bean  – the latest Android Jelly Bean operating system<br />
And More! – 802.11n 2X2 MIMO game-speed Wi-Fi , GPS, Bluetooth 3.0, mini-HDMI, micro-USB 2.0 and 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack<br />
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And SHIELD will also give you the power to wirelessly access your NVIDIA GeForce GTX GPU-powered computer from the comfort of your couch with GeForce game streaming, now in beta. We’re working on streaming your favorite PC games to SHIELD, including great titles from Steam.<br />
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SHIELD will begin shipping in June for $349. Newegg, Gamestop, Micro Center and Canada Computers will all carry SHIELD.<br />
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Five exciting new TegraZone games coming to SHIELD and Tegra 4 devices later this year were also announced this morning:<br />
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·        Broken Age, Double Fine Productions<br />
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·        Costume Quest, Double Fine Productions<br />
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·        Flyhunter: Origins, Steel Wool Games<br />
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·        Skiing Fred, Dedalord Games<br />
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·        Chuck’s Challenge 3D, Niffler<br />
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More information on SHIELD and these great games can be found in a pair of blogs that went live this morning:<br />
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·        Be Among The First To Wield SHIELD: Taking Pre-Orders Now: <a href="http://blogs.nvidia.com/2013/05/shield/" target="_blank">Be Among the First to Wield SHIELD: Taking Pre-Orders Now</a><br />
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·        5 Cutting-Edge Games That Will Rock SHIELD: <a href="http://blogs.nvidia.com/2013/05/5-games-shield/" target="_blank">5 Cutting-Edge Games That Will Rock NVIDIA SHIELD</a>
			
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We are calling this one a rumor for now, but there are some distinct signs that Samsung and Google are planning to out an Android based laptop using Google's Android 5.0/Key Lime Pie.  According to industry expert Mingchi Kuo of KGI Securities, Android 5.0 will be similar in focus to Android 3.0/Honeycomb.  Just like Honeycomb was designed to bring the Android smartphone OS to tablets, Key Lime Pie will be designed to bridge the gap between the current Android world and the world of the laptop PC.  <br />
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Supposedly,  Google has specifically engineered Key Lime Pie for this purpose and Samsung has elected to &quot;run with the ball.&quot;  Mr. Kuo indicated that we will not likely see Key Lime Pie launch at Google I/O 2013, but instead we will see some other version of Android 4.x (most likely 4.3 from all the intel we have been sharing lately).  However, According to Kuo, Samsung will lead the way with an &quot;Android Book&quot; Android based laptop within about four months which might coincide with the Google launch of Android 5.0.<br />
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If true, this could be the start of Google &amp; Samsung assailing both Apple and Microsoft on a whole new front.  I doubt Apple ever expected Google or Samsung to go up against their powerful &quot;Macbook&quot; line, and for Microsoft this could be a nightmare scenario.  Sales of PC's have already started declining drastically over the past two years with the rise of tablets.  With Microsoft struggling to push their way into the tablet market, and with Android tablets gaining ground on Apple's iPad, getting flanked by Samsung and Google on the PC side of things could be a very powerful surprise sneak attack.<br />
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Could Android 5.0/Key Lime Pie be the start of an Android/PC hybrid which brings a third serious OS competitor to the world of the desktop/laptop world?  If so, it could shake up the industry in a big way.<br />
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We have another bit of intel from an &quot;analyst&quot; in the mobile industry.  As usual, feel free to be skeptical of this news.  Supposedly, this analyst was privy to the new specs of the next-generation Google Nexus 7 Android tablet.  Here's what was &quot;revealed,&quot;<br />
<ul><li style="">7-inch LTPS display with 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) resolution</li><li style="">quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor (APQ8064)</li><li style="">5-megapixel camera</li><li style="">HD front-facing camera</li><li style="">Wi-Fi</li><li style="">Bluetooth</li><li style="">NFC</li><li style="">4000mAh battery with Qi wireless charging support</li><li style="">Android 4.3 Jelly Bean</li></ul><br />
These specs are pretty enticing, especially considering the tablet is supposedly going to stay at its $199.99 price-point.  There may be some credibility to this info, as it very closely jibes with earlier rumors regarding the device.  As you can see, this new version will come sans NVIDIA hardware in the next go-around assuming this rumor turns out to be true.  It will also come with an upgraded screen and the Android 4.3 version we have seen rumored for the past week or so.  Finally, it's also interesting to see the added rear camera and wireless Qi charging support.  Overall this new Nexus 7 is turning out to be a hardcore competitor.  <br />
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As an interesting sidenote, this story came with some additional intel.  Supposedly, Google will sell this device at about a $5-10 dollar loss when it hits the Google Play Store.  Unfortunately we have no idea when that will be, although Google I/O next week should clear that up.<br />
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