Google's Nexus 4 coming in white

LG has just announced that a white variant of the Nexus 4 will be coming soon. Starting in Hong Kong on May 29, Nexus 4 White will roll out globally in select markets in Asia, North America, Europe and the Middle East over the next several weeks. Like the black version, LTE functionality will also be disabled out of the box.

“Nexus 4 set the standard for Android 4.2 Jelly Bean smartphones,” said Dr. Jong-seok Park, president and CEO of LG Mobile Communications Company. “Nexus 4 White delivers the same Google experience to consumers in a stylish and attractive color option.”

Nexus 4 White features the same specs as the black version including a 4.7-inch 1280-by-768 True HD IPS Plus display (320ppi) supported by Zerogap Touch technology. At its heart is the high performing Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor and 2GB of RAM.

Amazon Appstore for Android now available in about 200 countries

Amazon announced the availability of their Appstore has now reached millions in almost 200 countries. It allows customers to use Android devices, Kindle Fires, Macs, and PCs to buy games and apps directly from the Amazon Appstore.

Using the Amazon Appstore will give you access to features such as “Free App of the Day,” personalized recommendations, customer reviews, and 1-Click payments. Amazon assures that they test the apps and games beforehand to make sure they work properly. And for a limited time, watch for special discounts and promotions on popular games from brands like Ubisoft, Sega, and Rovio, including Angry Birds Space that’s free until June 3. You can start browsing or find out more information here. 

Sonic becomes a ‘Droid

All you Android heads craving some ‘90s nostalgia are in for a treat. The game Sonic the Hedgehog has now found its way to the Android OS. It has widescreen support, a smooth 60 frames per second frame rate, and remastered soundtrack. The updated game also has leaderboards, achievements, and an all-new Time Attack mode. Sonic fans will also be delighted to know that you can unlock Tails and Knuckles in this mobile game.

If you’re an iOS user and you feel like you’re missing out, don’t worry because an update is coming soon. Sonic the Hedgehog is priced at $2.99 and can be bought here for Android users.

Video: New HP SlateBook x2 is first Android hybrid with Tegra 4

By Gadjo Cardenas Sevilla

Previewed earlier this month, the HP SlateBook x2 is an Android tablet that doubles as a notebook when attached to a full-sized keyboard. The Android tablet market hasn't been doing great, but HP's bold approach puts a lot of the functionality users like from their Windows 8 hybrid devices into a smaller, more affordable product.

hSaid to be available this Summer, the SlateBook X2 will offer all-day computing with two batteries, one in the base and one in the tablet. HP says 13-14 hours battery life on a full charge. Could this be the product that breathes new life to the Android tablet market?