Nexus 7 3G Clears the FCC – Confirms Its Launch for Next Monday

Official filings from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) surfaced yesterday, providing strong evidence of an upcoming 3G-enabled Nexus 7. While the manufacturer, Asus, took standard steps to keep specific details like user manuals and product photography confidential, the model registration number provided a clear link. The device is tagged as the ME370TG, which corresponds directly to the existing Nexus 7 model, the ME370T.

The timing of this regulatory clearance suggests the tablet will be unveiled during Google’s upcoming press event. It is expected to debut alongside several other anticipated releases, including the Nexus 10 and a 32GB version of the standard Nexus 7. These findings align with recent industry speculation, shifting the 3G model from a subject of rumor to a confirmed reality. Analysis of the technical test reports further supports this, as the documents highlight an IMC brand 3G module operating on the XMM6260 platform.

In addition to this hardware news, several other major stories have recently impacted the digital publishing and tech sectors:

**Legal and Regulatory Updates:**
Amazon has initiated legal action against over 1,000 individuals on the freelance platform Fiverr, alleging they produced fraudulent product reviews. In a separate legal victory for the tech industry, a court of appeals has confirmed the legality of Google’s long-standing book-scanning initiative. Additionally, Michigan’s venture into open-source textbooks has recently faced significant disapproval from educational critics.

**Industry Expansions:**
Lufthansa has entered a partnership with Sobooks to launch an in-flight ebook store, allowing passengers to browse and shop at 30,000 feet. In the distribution market, Smashwords has integrated Gardner Hive into its network, and Xinxii has expanded its catalog to include audiobooks.

**Technology and Innovation:**
E-ink recently showcased new hardware developments, including a 13.3-inch color display and digital smart badges. On the software side, new experiments in automated content show that bots are now capable of generating viral, clickbait-style headlines.

**Market Trends:**
Financial data from September 2015 indicates a minor decrease in the per-page payment rate for authors enrolled in Kindle Unlimited. Meanwhile, the e-reader community remains active with discussions on DRM-removal plugins for Calibre and ongoing debates regarding the future of digital content ownership.