Samsung has confirmed that they will sell devices based on the OS Tizen later this year. Additionally, the company said that the offer of the device with this OS may expand, depending on market reaction. Precise information on models and specifications are not yet known.
Read more: Tizen in sales this year
For HTC, 2012 is probably a year they will try to forget as soon as possible. Despite the change in strategy for Android devices and increasing investment in Windows Phone, the company recorded mostly negative trends in the business during the last year.
Read more: HTC says the worst is behind them
Belkin has released a handy addition for those who want the option of wireless streaming of music in their homes. Belkin HD Bluetooth Music Receiver is a tiny device designed to add features of Bluetooth streaming music from your smart phone or tablet to your existing audio system.
Read more: Belkin’s wireless music streaming receiver
In its efforts to reduce operating costs, Zynga has announced the shutdown of more than ten of their less successful games. In all a total of 11 titles will be shut down which has caused some serious despair among some of the more addicted players. One player commented on the announcement of shutting down PetVille “My pet is named after my real pet, and has the best mansion! PLEASE DON’T DO THIS!!!!”. Maybe he can try playing with his real pet now.
Read more: Zynga shuts down 11 titles
Canonical has introduced a new version of Ubuntu, specifically designed for use with smartphones. This is an interesting move and shows Ubuntu’s desire to push into a wider market. A demonstration of the OS's ability is planned soon and will be performed on a Samsung Galaxy Nexus.
Read more: Will Ubuntu be the next big mobile OS?
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