Android 3.0 Gingerbread ready by end 2010

Google's Android operating system is set to get a major update in the coming weeks, in the form of Android 3.0 Gingerbread, which should become the first flavor of the platform to include real support for tablet PCs. With the OS version almost here, all that remains to be seen is when the first devices powered by it would be ready, something that might happen before the end of the year.

Among the major companies set to unveil tablet PCs in early 2011, we can count Acer, Asustek Computer and Micro-Star International, all three expected to bring their devices at CES in January.

Tablets should the major market targeting for the Android 3.0. Companies like HTC Corporation and Motorola are expected to launch Android 3.0 tablet PCs, as well as Samsung, which is said to plan showcasing at CES its “Android 3.0-updated Galaxy Tab.”

With the new release, Android is expected to increase its share on the tablet PC market. Moreover, it should grow even more next year, as soon as Android 4.0 is brought to the market.
Android is seen as a much cheaper option for makers interested in pre-loading it on Tablet PCs.

More interesting developments in the work.