In today's episode of Android Power User we're going to learn about the Dalvik VM and Dalvik Cache, why they're named the way they are, what they do, and how they do it. "Dalvik", it's a word that ...

According to a recent video posted on various BlackBerry fan sites, there has been "confirmation" from one of RIM's developers that the PlayBook will in fact use a "Dalvik" VM to provide Android ...

In the ever evolving saga of weird science surrounding RIM's 7" tablet, a strange rumor has emerged regarding possible Android compatibility. How would the the PlayBook be able to run Android ...

Myriad’s Alien Dalvik is a Java virtual machine that allows Android apps to run on a foreign platform. Similar to virtualization technology that doesn’t require the native environment, like Wine which ...

As odd rumors go, RIM engineering the BlackBerry PlayBook so that it can run Android apps sounds pretty far fetched, but that's today's mystery. According to "multiple trusted sources" speaking to BGR ...

The connection between Android and the Java platform isn’t exactly in your face all the time, but it isn’t exactly a secret, either. If you’re reading this blog, you almost certainly know, already, ...

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. Vivek Yadav, an engineering manager from ...

Java and its linchpin JVM (Java virtual machine) still have much room to get better even after debuting 18 years ago, say experts who would like improvements in such areas as locality, application ...