Not Just For Phones And Tablets: What Other Devices Run Android?

Your phone runs Android, your tablet runs Android… your refrigerator runs Android? The Linux-based, open source operating system that is Android has made itself a household name by competing against the iPhone and gaining a large chunk of the global mobile market. But Android’s open nature has led to another phenomenon: weird devices powered by it.

We’ve previously covered 10 things you didn’t know were powered by Linux, but now it’s time for Android’s turn. Other than phones and tablets, what exactly does this mobile OS power? Home Security System Okay, so the entire Xfinity Home Security system isn’t powered...

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SmartThings officially launches its connected home platform with a new certification program

SmartThings, the maker of a connected home hub device, today made several major announcements as it moves from product to platform. The company has opened up a new certification program that will test devices for integration with its hardware hub and mobile app. At launch, the SmartThings Platform initiative includes over 5,000 developers and 100 certified devices. The company’s certification lab will be run by Kelly Liang, the former head of business development for Google Glass. Moving forward, SmartThings will work with third-party partnerships to connect with its smart home hub instead of developing its own accessories and sensors. SmartThings...



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