We're only a couple of days away from all our Nexus 7's being rejuvenated with the pending roll out of Android 5.0 Lollipop.  Google has been so kind as to make available the above quick start guide which is available to download for free from the Google Play Store at the link below.  The 62 page book is chock full of details about the coming new version of Android.  Now officially this is really a tutorial for new Android users.  But it's using the Android 5.0 Lollipop version as its base.  So from the the new 'material design' look, new icons,  the bevy of cool animations  to the new quick settings menu and more...everything you ever wanted to know about Android 5.0 Lollipop you can learn right now in preparation for the big day.   In addition to what's mentioned in the book we should also see battery life and performance improvements as well with the new version and the entirely new look of 'material design' will make you feel like you just took your Nexus 7 out of the box for the first time.

This one is a Halloween fan's delight with an awesome old haunted house, indoor and outdoor scenes and lots of customization options to add the finishing touch.  Here's a video of it in action:


'Haunted House HD' lets you choose whether you're inside or outside this great haunted house.  Outside you'll be greeted by jack-o-lanterns, your choice of quiet moonlit night or a violent rainstorm and fog, all sorts of cool touches like blowing leaves, bats and the ability to customize by adding your name to the mailbox and door.   The indoor scene brings us a ghost, flickering lights and the lightning from outside, an awesome swinging chandelier and the stairway that leads to who knows where...   There's all kinds of customization options.  You can have the scene automatically pan or move with the flick of your finger as you rotate home screens.  You can choose the shape of the pumpkins and also choose to hide or show numerous items. Try out the new 'Cemetery Pack' as well.  Your kids will love it as an early Halloween present to get them in the mood.

The Nexus 9 was just officially introduced folks and for the most part it lives up to the specs we've had rumors about for several months now.  Made by HTC and available in 3 colors the Nexus 9 starts off at $399 for the 16GB model we're looking at a 64 bit K1 processor in a 4:3 ratio 8.9 inch IPS display form factor with stereo BoomSound speakers, 8mp rear/1.6mp front cameras, Turbo Charge (15 minutes gets you 6 hours of use) and a nice soft touch back with brushed metal sides.



Pre-orders will start on October 17th and pricing is as follows:  $399 for 16GB, $479 for 32GB and $599 for a 32GB w/LTE version.  It's also available in three colors:  Black, White and Beige.  Of course all this runs on the newest version of Android - L for Lollipop.  Separately, Google will also sell a keyboard case that let's you position the Nexus 9 at multiple angles for easy typing. The official page is at the link below.  We've got a dedicated forum setup at www.Nexus9Forum.com so please join us if you're interested in the Nexus 9.  Google also introduced the Nexus 6 phone today so if you're interested in their new large 6 inch screen Nexus phone you can join us at www.Nexus6Forums.com.  Of course we'll continue to have Nexus7Forum.com for all our Nexus 7 owners.

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The leaks have been coming fast and furious about the Google HTC Nexus 9 folks.  Today, the Wall Street Journal reports we can expect this 64 bit Nvidia Tegra K1, 8.9 inch 2560 x 1440 resolution, Android 5.0 (Android L) monster of a tablet in under a month's time.  If you're a 1st or 2nd generation Nexus 7 owner and been wanting a slightly larger format tablet with killer specs, this looks like it's what you've been waiting for.  Please stop by Nexus9Forum.com and be a part of what is sure to be the #1 Nexus 9 community on the web.  Of course Nexus7Forum.com will continue to be THE place to be for Nexus 7 aficionados but hey, if you can swing it, why not have both!

If you've been in the market for a quality 8 inch+ tablet and want a snappy current generation Snapdragon 600 1.7GHz processor plus Full HD 1920 x 1200 resolution display to boot then this deal might be for you.  The highly rated LG G Pad 8.3 inch tablet is on sale on Ebay in both black and white models.  Now these are manufacturer refurbished models that come with a 90 day LG warranty.   They are Android 4.4 upgradeable, come with a 4600 mAh lithium-polymer battery for all day+ use and come in the original box.  They also have front and rear cameras and all the cool LG software tweaks like multasking with 'Slide Aside'  You can learn more details about the LG G Pad at this link or just hit the link below and pick one up on Ebay.  It's an awesome tablet for those looking for something a bit bigger than the Nexus 7.

Something happened a few days ago that didn't get much coverage in the major tech press.  That something was the inadvertent confirmation of an HTC built Nexus 9 featuring a K1 processor by Nvidia and expected to be launched in 3Q 2014.   This confirmation comes via legal document that was released on the Nvidia website as part of a law suit it is involved in against Qualcomm and Samsung about some infringing patents regarding an Nvidia GPU.  The specific text cited says: “The HTC Nexus 9, expected in the third quarter of 2014, is also expected to use the Tegra K1.”  This goes along with the rumors that have been going on for the past couple of months regarding Google's successor to the Nexus 7 and all we are waiting on now are exact specs and pricing as well as a date.  The above pic is another leak that was unconfirmed but seems to feature the specs expected of the upcoming Nexus 9 'Volantis' tablet by HTC and shows specs such as 2048x1440 display, 64bit Logan K1 processor, stereo speakers and super thin design. So what do you think?  Will you be putting the HTC Nexus 9 on your holiday shopping list?  Make sure to check out our new community dedicated to Google and HTC's new tablet at www.Nexus9Forum.com

I don't post many non-Nexus 7 deals on the site but this one is good enough to do so.   If you've ever researched or wanted a wireless bluetooth rechargeable speaker with its own amplification and awesome sound then you know the Jawbone Jambox sets the standard.  It usually lists for $150 but you can grab a remanufactured, like new unit in one of any of 10 color choices for $100 off...only $49.99.   That's a ridiculously low price for one of these and I have one myself and can attest that it's awesome.  The sound has great bass and fills the room or the yard enabling you to share any music or streaming content from your tablet with everyone.  It's great for movies too if you don't want to listen to the small tablet speakers or use headphones.  This offer is on Ebay's daily deals right now so grab one before they run out and make sure to pick the color you want before you click the buy button.