Leaked images show possible redesign of Android icons

It would seem Google is planning to introduce a new look for its Android icons at the upcoming Google I/O developer conference. Android Police obtained leaked documents that show a new look called Moonshine for the Android icons. It has a flatter look that seems to mimic what Google does on the web. Expect to see changes for all Google apps. But then again remember this is still a rumour at the moment so take it with a grain of salt.

Second-gen Moto X rumoured to get various back panel options

Customization is key for Motorola. That is why the rumoured “Moto X+1” a.k.a. the second generation Moto X will reportedly get 25 different panel options. @evleaks on Twitter leaked the different colors that might be available:

Cool: Navy, Turquoise, Olive, Royal Blue, Dark Teal

Neutral: Slate, Purple, Smoke, Black, Chalk

Warm: Red, Orange, Lemon Lime, Violet, Crimson, Raspberry, Cabernet

Wood: Teak, Bamboo, Rosewood, Ebony

Leather: Black, Red, Grey, Blue

Amazon tipped to debut 3D-capable smartphone

If the new report from The Wall Street Journal is to be believed, Amazon plans to debut a 3D-capable smartphone by June and ship the device by September. Amazon has long been rumoured to be releasing its own smartphone but it seems they are ready to launch soon. Prototypes are reportedly being shown to developers in San Francisco and Seattle in the recent weeks. The 3D capability of the device won’t need users to wear special glasses. It reportedly uses retina-tracking technology with four front-facing cameras to create that hologram-like effect.

Source: The Verge

Google tipped to unveil Android TV

Google reportedly wants to take another stab at creating its own set top box that won’t be as “ambitious” as its first Google TV. According to documents obtained by The Verge, they want Android TV to be an “entertainment interface, not a computing platform.” It would have a simple user interface to access content easily and come with lightweight apps. It will even have a recommendation system that will give suggested content to you as soon as you power it on. They haven’t specified any launch dates yet but it looks like they are looking for developers to build the apps for it.