Samsung has just released the source code for the upcoming Galaxy Note 2 smartphone-tablet hybrid.
Photo courtesy of SamsungOfficial picture of Samsung Galaxy Note 2The device still has not been released by Samsung in many areas throughout the world including the U.S., yet the company has made the source code available for the GT-N7100 variant.
The code allows developers to design and build custom ROMs for the phone-tablet. It can be found by typing that model number into the following link opensource.samsung.com.
The Galaxy Note 2 will be released the U.S. in the coming months, according to AT&T.
The carrier issued a press released last week confirming that it will offer the smartphone-tablet hybrid and that it will be available in the very near future.
"Arriving later this year running Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), Galaxy Note 2 with 4G LTE combines the productivity of a tablet with the convenience of a smartphone and the S Pen features you need to unleash your creativity," wrote AT&T.
The carrier went on to explain the device as a powerful handset gadget that possesses PC-like processing power and advanced features such as Popup Video, new Gallery views and "great gaming performance" in a truly pocketable device.
AT&T also announced several other devices in the press release including the Samsung Galaxy Express, Galaxy Rugby Pro and the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1. All four of these devices will run on the carrier's 4G LTE network.
The Galaxy Express runs Android 4.0 and comes with a 4.5-inch Super AMOLED display. It also features a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, a 5-megapixel rear camera and a 2000mAh battery.
The Galaxy Rugby Pro is "built to military specifications" meaning that it is waterproof, shock resistant, and dust proof. It comes with a 4-inch WVGA Super AMOLED display and a 5-megapixel rear camera.
The final device in the press release is the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1. This tablet comes with a 10.1-inch display 7,000mAH battery, and premium entertainment options including Media Hub, Smart Remote and AllShare Play.
These three new devices will also be available for AT&T customers during the next few months.
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