My Android Stuffs: January 2013

Thursday, 31 January 2013

Temple Run 2 races to 50 million installs in under two weeks

Posted Jan 31 2013 by Scott Webster in Featured, News </P><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-50887" alt="temple_run_2" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-templerun2.png" width="720" height="380"></P><P>So you knew Temple Run 2 was going to be big, didn’t you? How big, though? How about 50 million installs in under two weeks, big?! Imangi Studios today announced that it has

Watch Samsung’s “The Big Pitch” teaser for Sunday’s Big Game

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-51223" alt="the_big_pitch_720" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-thebigpitch720.jpg" width="720" height="380">Samsung will have a commercial for the Super Bowl for the second year in a row, reports the hardware maker. To get things going, Samsung Mobile has released a 60-second teaser commercial which will run up to full 2-minute ad. Set to air during the

Finally get your Nexus 4? We'll help get you started

It looks like Google finally is getting a handle on its Nexus 4 supply/retail issues. Its flagship Jelly Bean phone went back on sale this week and boxes should be hitting doorsteps anytime now. For a good many of you, this will be your first time with the Nexus 4. For others, it'll be the first time with any Nexus.So where to begin? Even if you've had an Android smartphone in the past, a Nexus is both familiar and new, full of options some other smartphones don't have, while at the same time

PaperBoy: Quick and casual news reading for Android

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="PaperBoy" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-paperboy-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge.png"> <P>PaperBoy is a quick and easy way to browse through news stories from a useful but concise list of sources. Some of us like to have our Google Reader lists filled with hundreds

Sony “My Xperia” phone security service launching in phases

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T-Mobile updates its Galaxy S2, Galaxy S3 phones

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w550h500 aligncenter" alt="Galaxy S3 update" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-screenshot2013-01-31-08-46-37.png"></P><P>A couple more updates for you on this fine Thursday. T-Mobile is sending out updates for the Galaxy S2 and Galaxy S3. The GS2 update is said to include security enhancements, a "Qualcomm fix" and "Vlingo S Voice improvements," while the GS3

Sprint's HTC EVO 4G LTE getting an update today

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="HTC EVO 4G LTE" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-evo-4g-lte-81.jpg"></P><P>Heads up, folks. Looks like the Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE is getting itself a bit of an update today. We're not quite sure exactly what's new in the 44-megabyte update (the changelog you see here is the same as last month's Jelly Bean update), bringing things to version

Motorola X-Phone confirmed by job listing

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-51244" alt=xphone_job_list src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-xphonejoblist.jpg" width=720 height=380></P><P>The Motorola X-Phone takes one step closer to legitimacy today as details of a LinkedIn job posting seemingly confirmed the device. The listing, which has since been yanked down, was for a Senior Director of Product Management, X-Phone, and spelled out various roles.

Measuring The Blackberry Z10 Up To The Top Android Devices

The Blackberry Z10, equipped with the new Blackberry 10 OS, is black, sleek and in a form factor that’s not too dissimilar from the Nexus 4. Operating system aside, many of us have been wondering how the Z10 measures up some of our favorite Android devices.
For starters, its 4.2-inch screen, which would have been among the largest smartphone displays a couple years ago, feels small when compared to the Nexus 4's 4.7-inch screen and downright tiny next to the Galaxy Note II‘s 5.5-inch

Sony launches 'My Xperia' phone security service

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-myxperia-1024x552.jpg"></P><P>Many phone manufacturers -- and some third party apps -- offer a way to track down and secure a lost or stolen handset, and today Sony's bringing this kind of service to some of its Xperia smartphones. The company has announced the pilot launch of "My Xperia,"

Sony Music Unlimited now offers 320 kbps AAC high-quality streaming

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Sony Music Unlimited" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-sony-music-unlimited.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge38.png"> <P>Sony's Music Unlimited streaming service is being updated today to offer high-quality 320 kbps AAC music on all platforms, including Android. The

Android 4.2.1 pushing for the Sprint Galaxy Nexus

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Sprint Galaxy Nexus" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-sprint-galaxy-nexus-update.jpg"></P><P>It's been a scant couple of weeks since the Sprint Galaxy Nexus saw an update to Android 4.2. Today it's got another update rolling out. This one brings things to Android 4.2.1 build JRO03U.L700GA02) and includes the following:</P>Redesigned camera

Wednesday, 30 January 2013

Windows Phone-using Gmailers get a reprieve

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Windows Phone 8 Google Sync" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-windows-phone.jpg"></P><P>Google is making a nice gesture today by extending the cutoff point for using EAS (Exchange Active Sync) to sync Google services to Windows Phone devices until July 31, 2013. If you'll recall back to December 2012, Google swiftly pulled support for EAS on Windows

Featured Android App Review: Keeping Touch [Communication]

Do you always forget to call your loved ones or important work contacts? We are all busy with work, school, and family, but there are certain people in our lives that we want to make sure that we connect with regularly. It could be a close family member, an important work contact, or a friend. With our busy schedules, sometimes we just forget. If there was an app that allowed us to organize our important contacts so that we’re reminded when necessary, maybe we would be better connected.

RIM: Lessons for Google and Apple

246-You/Flickr The latest offering from RIM (err, Blackberry), Blackberry 10, is as mediocre as we were afraid it would be.It’s not revolutionary, or even special by any means. Sure, a few bells and whistles we’ve never seen from RIM are present, but overall it falls short of what it needs to be. What we needed to see was something so sublime, so intrinsically powerful and gorgeous, it amazed us. What we got was well something that could have been released 18 months ago when RIM stopped

Open Garden app review

<P>Face it, you don’t want to pay for a tethering app and you’re not in a hurry to add another $10 a month to your data plan. Many of you don’t even want to bother with “rooting” a phone. Why bother spending extra money for a tablet that only needs a data connection every once in a while? Why jump through hoops? What to do? Download and install Open Garden, that’s what.</P><P>Open Garden lets users share their mobile data connection with laptops, tablets, and

Tuesday, 29 January 2013

Get this look for your Android home screen: Holo Cards

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-51129" alt="holo_cards_theme_get_this_look_720" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-holocardsthemegetthislook720.png" width="720" height="380"></P><P>One of our absolute favorite things about Android is the fact that you can bend and tweak the platform to your needs. Sure, there’s rooting and modding for deep level personalization, but that

Zombie Road Trip might make you love zombie games again

Ready for yet another zombie themed game for your phone or tablet? Yeah, I'm getting a little burnt on the whole zombie kitsch myself, too. But this one's actually a good zombie themed game, and one you'll want to try.Zombie Road Trip has a simple, yet familiar premise -- stay away from zombies that will eat you, and kill the ones that get in your path. Sounds familiar, right? Now imagine instead of running away, you're driving a dump truck that can do mid-air stunts and flips -- with a

Open Garden - awesome idea, poor execution

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Open Garden" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-open-garden-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge36.png"> <P>Open Garden is a new and innovative way to look at multiple device networking, allowing users to quite seamlessly connect phones, tablets and laptops for an

Strategy Analytics: Android gobbled up 70% of global market share in Q4 2012

Android accounted for seven in ten smartphones shipped around the globe in the fourth quarter of last year, according to Strategy Analytics. With an estimated 152 million smartphones shipped in Q4 ’12, Android nearly doubled in volume over the previous year. Last year saw the platform raking in 51 percent of the market however the surge now puts it at a massive 70 percent.Android is clearly the undisputed volume leader of the smartphone industry at the present time. Android’s challenge

Fox Digital Entertainment begins hyping Alien Vs. Predator: Evolutions

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-51153" alt="AVP_Screenshot_720" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-AVPScreenshot720.png" width="720" height="380"></P><P>Fox Digital Entertainment has started up the hype machine for the latest release in the ongoing saga of Alien Vs. Predator. The game, Alien vs. Predator: EVOLUTION (AVP: EVOLUTION)</EM>, is developed by Angry Mob Games

Active Lock Screen review

<P><IMG class="aligncenter wp-image-51112" alt="Active lock screen header" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-Active-lock-screen-header.jpg" width="700" height="342">Lockscreens are tricky. Most users (at least in my experience) like to stick with the stock lockscreen, because it’s simple and/or familiar. But as I’m constantly flashing new ROMs, I’m always on the lookout for a different spin on

Pebble Smartwatch Review: A Rough Diamond In Need Of A Little Polish

<P>If there's one product from the last year that's managed to capture the attention of just about everyone in the tech arena, it's Pebble. Between the somewhat tenuous underdog status of all Kickstarter projects, a general swell in "wearable tech" interest, and months and months of frustrating delays, it's proven to be even better fodder for bloggers than speculative hardware backers. Finally, 8 months after being successfully funded (and four months after

Motorola RAZR i getting Jelly Bean update, starting in France

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-razr-i-22a1.jpg"></P><P>Looks like the Intel-powered Motorola RAZR i is finally getting that promised Jelly Bean update. French RAZR i owners over on XDA</EM> are reporting that they've received the 300MB over-the-air upgrade, bringing the phone up to Android version 4.1.2. The RAZR i

Monday, 28 January 2013

Swiftkey Flow beta inches toward final release with new update

Posted Jan 28 2013 by Scott Webster in Featured </P><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-50140" alt="swiftkey_flow_720" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-swiftkeyflow720.jpg" width="720" height="380">Swiftkey Flow moved on step closer to a final, official release today with the rollout of a new beta version of the keyboard app. As one might expect, the 4.0.0.76 update includes even

Republic Wireless' Motorola Defy XT getting a software update

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Republic Wireless" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-republic-wireless.jpg"></P><P>The Republic Wireless Defy XT should be getting a software update this evening, and it will address the two biggest issues with the phone. I've been giving the service a run to see how it compares, and the two big drawbacks seem to be sound quality, and not being able to

Boston leads latest round of Sprint LTE expansions

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Sprint" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-sprint-logo13.jpg"></P><P>Sprint this morning announced an expansion to its fledgling 4G LTE network. New up is:</P>Austin, TexasBryan-College Station, TexasBoston, Mass.Columbia, Tenn.Emporia, Kan.Fort Wayne, Ind.Framingham, Mass.Gettysburg, Pa.Western Puerto Rico<P>You'll need a relatively newer

Sony Xperia Z slated for February 9 release in Japan

A couple of days ago, we rounded up all available information as to when the much-anticipated Sony Xperia Z will be sold. While many countries are scheduled for release sometime “during Q1,” Japan seems to be the first to take hold of the device, with a possible release date set as early as February 9.Signifying a nearing launch, working demo units have already popped up in several Japanese retail stores. The electronics chain store Yodobashi Camera has done the same and relayed the golden

Cameringo - another way to get filters onto your pictures

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Cameringo" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-cameringo-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge35.png"> <P>Cameringo is yet another entry into the photo filter game, and has some features that can help set it apart from other photo apps. Since Instagram made its way to Android,

ZTE jumps into 8-inch tablet game with V81

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-51099" alt="zte_v81_720" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-ztev81720.jpg" width="720" height="380"></P><P>ZTE has become the latest hardware maker to toss the proverbial hat into the 8-inch tablet ring. The Chinese manufacturer today announced the V81, and 4.1 Jelly Bean experience that mimics the same same size and resolution of the iPad

3D printing and NFC make a great looking Nexus 4 dock

We're all waiting for someone to sell that fancy orb docking station for the Nexus 4. In the meantime, ingenuity never rests and this 3D printed dock would make an awesome substitute. It uses a standard USB cable for charging, and an NFC sticker to trigger the NFC Task Launcher app to drop it into dock mode.If you have access to a 3D printer, be sure to give this one a good look. And if you make any extra ones, give me a yell so I can throw my money at you.Source: Thingiverse; via Android

Mophie Juice Pack for the Galaxy S3

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Mophie Juice Pack for Galaxy S3." src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-mophie-juice-pack-gs3-10.jpg"></P><P>I have no qualms about admitting my lust for the iPhone's Mophie Juice Pack battery case. My wife's used one with her iPhone, and it's a great combination of extra juice and protection in a form factor that doesn't kill the overall

Samsung Galaxy S3 'most recommended' smartphone in UK

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-samsung-galaxy-s-iii-661.jpg"></P><P>Samsung's Android smartphones are most recommended by UK retailers, according to new market research, with the Galaxy S3 being the most recommended handset. According to research carried out by Informa Telecoms and Media, which carried out the survey in leading

Sunday, 27 January 2013

Sony releases experimental Jelly Bean ROM for Xperia T

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Amazon’s Cloud Drive Photos app gets an update with several new features including instant upload

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Five apps to take advantage of Daydream in Android 4.2

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-daydream-app-hero.jpg"></P><P>Daydream was pretty quickly glanced over by most people when it was announced as part of the Android 4.2 release, but luckily some developers have started to make apps using the new feature. The latest revision of Jelly Bean just isn't available to that many people and the

Samsung reportedly prepping 7-inch and 10.1-inch Galaxy Tab 3 models

A new report suggests Samsung may be prepping a follow-up to last year’s Galaxy Tab 2 models to launch later this year. While we’ve already heard (and seen) a hefty amount of the upcoming Galaxy Note 8.0, rumors of successors to the company’s cheaper Tab line have been few and far between.
The Korean company is reportedly gearing up to release several tablet models, including the Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 and the Galaxy Tab 3 8.0. The more robust 10.1-inch Galaxy Tab 3 is also slated to

Samsung reportedly planning wider device availability for Music Hub

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-samsung-music-hub.jpg"></P><P>Since Samsung first announced their Music Hub service, the global reach has been somewhat limited. Initially launching only in the UK, the U.S. soon followed, but one thing remained. Device exclusivity to Samsung devices, more specifically the Galaxy S3 and then the

Speaktoit Assistant adds premium subscription, allows users to teach it custom commands

<P><IMG class="size-full wp-image-151143 alignnone" alt="Speaktoit Assistant Premium" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-Speaktoit-Assistant-Premium.jpg" width="600" height="400"></P><P>The developers behind Speaktoit Assistant, one of the best virtual assistants available for Android–ie. one that sets out to be not just an ordinary Siri or S Voice clone–have recently unveiled a premium

Verizon modifying prepaid plans Feb 1 with new $60 500MB tier

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-verizon-galaxy-note-2-logo00.jpg"></P><P>Verizon doesn't put much focus on its prepaid plans, but according to a leaked document obtained by PhoneArena</EM> it will be dropping prices on prepaid offerings starting February 1st. Verizon's current offering is at $80 for smartphones, with

What you need to know about cell phone unlocking

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="unlocked" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-unocked.jpg"></P><P>Did you know that as of Jan 26, 2013, it's "illegal" to unlock your phone? Of course you did. You've seen the "Sky is falling!" headlines</P><P>It's not quite that simple, but that's what you'll hear around the Internets today. The

Insects’ eyes might be the key to reducing screen glare and reflections

<IMG class="size-full wp-image-151084" alt="What are you looking at?" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-Insect-Eyes-w600.jpg" width="600" height="400"> What are you looking at?</P><P>Screen glare is perhaps one of the more annoying aspects of smartphone and tablet screens. This will usually render your phone or tablet unusable — or at least annoyingly reflective — outdoors. Even in an indoors

Goblins Rush launch trailer features goblins, rushing

Sometimes a game’s title is inscrutable, offering little to no clues about what you’ll find when you launch it. Goblins Rush is not that kind of game, as its launch trailer shows.Close your eyes and point to a game in the Google Play Store, and chances are about 50/50 that you’ll find a game that uses the word ‘defense’ somewhere in its description. Goblins Rush follows this fine tradition, billing itself as a “horizontal defense” game. Your goal? Keep the goblins away from your

Samsung reportedly prepping 7-inch and 10.1-inch Galaxy Tab 3 models

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Infobar A02 announced on KDDI in Japan with interesting UI and design

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-sectiona02u01.jpg"></P><P>Japan is well-known for its seriously interesting mobile products, and the Infobar A02 on KDDI doesn't disappoint on design or creativity in the least. The Infobar series has traditionally been a design-leading line, and the A02 follows along with a striking thin unibody

Saturday, 26 January 2013

Hyundai to release T7 tablet with serious Samsung influence

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Samsung’s Galaxy Note 8.0 gets FCC’s approval

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-150959" alt="Galaxy-Note-8.0-FCC" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-Galaxy-Note-80-FCC.jpg" width="600" height="400"></P><P>Prior to its official unveiling, details about the Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 have been leaking left and right, leaving very little room for imagination and speculation when it comes to its specs. Providing an extra clue is

Waiting for a deluge of Google Glass details from next week’s hackatons? Not gonna happen

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-149569" alt="google glass girl" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-google-glass-girl.jpg" width="600" height="400"></P><P>Google has planned two Project Glass “hackatons” for next week, but attending developers will be bound by some pretty restricting NDAs.</P><P>The hackatons are called Google Glass Foundry events, and will take

Samsung ponders killing the Galaxy Tab 3 7 to make room for 8-inch model

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-147298" alt="samsung-ces logo" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-samsung-ces-logo.jpg" width="600" height="368"></P><P>Sam Mobile, a regular purveyor of Samsung related rumors (and pretty reliable at it) claims today that a Korean insider has filled them in on Samsung plans for the next months.</P><P>According to the alleged leak,

Here’s how you can turn a Nexus 7 into an infotainment system for your Subaru

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-150947" alt="nexus 7 subaru impreza" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-nexus-7-subaru-impreza.jpg" width=600 height=383></P><P>This would not be the first time we report on ingenious people who take matters into their own hands and bring the gift of Android to novel places. But this guy is quite crafty and we loved the attention to detail that he put into his

Friday, 25 January 2013

SF Launcher Alpha brings a little piece of Google Now to the homescreen

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-sflauncherhero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge32.png"> <P>Back at Google I/O last year, our very own Phil Nickinson posed the question -- might Google Now become an Android home screen? Well, a new custom launcher

Amazon releases update for Cloud Drive Photos app for Android, brings new features

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-150880" alt="cloud drive photos" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-amazonclouddrivve.jpg" width="600" height="293"><BR>Amazon as been rather busy lately. Aside from having a massive business to run, they’ve also been out acquiring other companies to help improve their products. That hasn’t stopped their development team from releasing a new update

Sony releases Jelly Bean alpha for Xperia T

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-xperia-jb2.jpg"></P><P>The official Sony Xperia T Jelly Bean update might still be a few months away, but in order to give developers a sneak peek at what's ahead, Sony has released an early alpha ROM for the device. The Xperia T Jelly Bean alpha can be flashed using Sony's own flash tool, after

Thursday, 24 January 2013

Nokia’s CEO Says Google Moving Toward Closed Ecosystem

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G Cloud Backup isn't made by Google, but does a pretty good job at backing up your Android device

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-gcloudhero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge28.png"> <P>Don't let the name confuse you, this isn't another app from Google. Despite the tenuous naming link, G Cloud Backup is made by a developer known as

Review: Temple Run 2 for Android

The monkeys are back! Temple Run 2 has just been released on the Google Play store, adding new features, levels, characters, and new obstacles, Temple Run 2 makes a great successor. Following the same easy and addictive game play, Temple Run 2 is sure to hit just as many downloads as the first edition.Temple Run 2 carries the same objectives from Temple Run 1; Run from the evil monkeys, collect gems, and watch your score grow. Imangi Studios adds a whole new dynamic with Temple Run 2 by adding

Pebble smart watch app for Android now available

For those of you who have one on the way, Kickstarter-funded smart watch maker Pebble has released its Android app onto Google Play today. The app allows the Pebble smart watch to connect to your Android phone over Bluetooth, showing information like weather, email alerts, incoming calls and messages. In addition, it acts as a "dashboard" for the watch, notifying you of software updates, allowing you to install new watchfaces and assisting with troubleshooting.The watch itself is now shipping

Vine for Twitter, and what it means for you on Android

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Vine" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-vine-redux.jpg"></P><P>Twitter and Vine today announced that (1) Vine is now available for iOS devices and (2) has been purchased by Twitter. If you hadn't heard of Vine before today, we're not too surprised -- it's been in limited beta testing until now, and it's not available for Android.

Intel introduces the Yolo, a low-cost Android smartphone heading to Kenya

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Intel Yolo" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-intel-yolo-zeeya-beach.jpg"></P><P>Intel, partnering with Safaricoma Kenyan based provider, has announced a new smartphone, the Yolo, headed to African markets. Back at CES, Intel took to the stage to introduce Lexington, which is their new processor targeted at emerging markets. The Yolo is the first smartphone

Facebook App The Most Widely Used App In The U.S. For 2012

We’ve told you about how us Android users use Facebook more than iOS users— and now it appears that we use Facebook most among the apps found on our mobile devices. According to a recent ComScore study, mobile users tended to use Facebook more than Google Maps between March and December of 2012, based off of the monthly mobile usage trends. What’s even more astounding is the fact that Facebook consistently ranked first in terms of mobile app engagement— meaning among all the apps

Deal of the Day: Incipio DualPro Hard Case for Motorola Droid RAZR HD

<P><IMG title="Deal of the Day" alt="Deal of the Day" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-13206.jpg" width=284 height=258> The Jan. 24 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Incipio DualPro Hard Case for Motorola Droid RAZR HD. This hybrid-style case protects your RAZR HD with a shock absorbing inner layer of silicone layered with an acrylic outer shell. Featuring custom-cut holes, you'll have full access to your

Wednesday, 23 January 2013

Nexus 4 hitting retail shelves in Australia come Feb. 1

If you're one of the many still trying to get your hands on a Nexus 4, and happen to live in Australia, we have some good news. Starting February 1, the phone that plays hard to get will be available in retail stores across the land of Oz. The 16GB version will set you back $499 AUD (that's about $525 US) without any pesky contracts or commitments. Of course, you can also choose to get it bundled with an Optus plan for just $35 AUD (about $37 USD) a month.The pricing isn't bad compared to

Videotron to launch LG Nexus 4 on Jan. 30

Videotron will become the first Canadian carrier to offer LG and Google's Nexus 4 when it launches the device next Wednesday, Jan. 30. The Quebec-based operator posted the confirmation, in French, on its Twitter feed this afternoon. The news comes almost exactly a year after Videotron launched the previous Nexus handset, Samsung's Galaxy Nexus.So far there's no information available on pricing, but based on how things have panned out in other territories, buyers should expect Videotron's price

Nexus 7 Case-Compatible Desktop Sync and Charge Cradle review

Nexus 7 owners looking to give their beloved Android a slightly more permanent spot in the office or home may want to check out the Nexus 7 Case-Compatible Desktop Sync and Charge Cradle from MobileFun.com.It’s worth noting that this is not the official Asus product and does not employ any of the connectors along the left side of the Nexus 7. No, this one uses the microUSB port from the bottom of your tablet. With that out of the way, let’s dive in.The cradle itself is almost entirely

T-Mobile the only carrier not confirmed to offer HTC M7

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-50938" alt="m7_cropped_leak_wild" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-m7croppedleakwild.jpg" width="720" height="380">T-Mobile USA is the only major carrier that has yet to sign on for the upcoming HTC M7, according to the often-correct @evleaks. AT&T is the third wireless provider to jump on board with the device, following Sprint and Verizon. Those

Finger Army 1942: A whack-a-mole game worth your 99 cents

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-finger-army-1942.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge23.png"> <P>We're all familiar with the arcade classic "whack-a-mole" type games, but how does that translate into an Android app? Pretty darn well in Finger Army

Moonlight Runner makes its way to the Google Play Store

Moonlight Runner, created by independent developer Eyad Khader, landed on the Google Play Store a couple of days ago. While the game has made its way to Google Play, it is still under development. Eyad Khader notes in the description, “A NEW LEVEL will be added every week; so stay tuned.” It is assumed that all of the features are in place despite the lack of levels available.The game is unique with a few similarities to the critically acclaimed Limbo. Thankfully, the game hasn’t taken

International Galaxy S2 Jellybean Update with Nature UX

<P><IMG class="alignleft wp-image-51000" alt="screenshot_2013-01-22-19-19-14" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-screenshot2013-01-22-19-19-141.jpg" width="144" height="240"></P><P>A few lucky Galaxy S2 owners recently received an OTA (over the air) update for Android 4.1.2 JellyBean. This update brings the beloved, Google Now, Project Butter, and expandable notifications. This update

Siri was meant for Verizon’s Droid lineup, before Apple came calling

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-120277" alt=Siri src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-Siri.jpg" width=600 height=398></P><P>My first thought upon coming across this bit of information was “Wow…” It’s hard to picture now, but Siri was almost an Android feature. Way back in 2009, Verizon struck a deal with Siri (the company) to pre-install its voice assistant on all Droid smartphones. Verizon even filmed

Tuesday, 22 January 2013

Deal of the Day: Qmadix Snap-On Cover w/ Holster for HTC EVO 4G LTE

<P><IMG title="Deal of the Day" alt="Deal of the Day" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-116400.jpg" width="282" height="256"> The Jan. 22 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Qmadix Snap-On Cover w/ Holster for HTC EVO 4G LTE. This impact resistant hard shell case snaps around the back of your device protecting the vulnerable areas against drops. The exterior features a textured rubberized feel that

Latest reports tip Samsung Galaxy S4 for April release following March 'Unpacked' event

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-samsung-unpacked-magic.jpg"></P><P>The latest round of reports have Samsung’s Galaxy S3 successor coming to market this April, following an unveiling at a March “Unpacked” event in the United States.</P><P>Firstly, Korean news outlet Asian Economies</EM> reports via

Google's Q4 2012: Revenue at $14.42 billion, not counting Motorola

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Google" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-bldg44-robot6.jpg"></P><P>Google has just posted its earnings for the fourth quarter of 2012. The big strokes:</P>Some $14.42 billion in revenue, up 36 percent compared to Q4 of 2011. Motorola, which Google continues to operate as a separate company, saw revenue of $1.51 billion, but an operating loss

HTC Sense 5 UI revealed in leaked screenshots

<P><IMG class="alignright size-full wp-image-50962" alt="htc_sense_5_ui_720" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-htcsense5ui720.png" width="720" height="380"></P><P>Much is being made of the upcoming HTC M7, especially the fact that it is one of HTC’s biggest risks to date. The company is looking to gain back the market share given up to Samsung and other players over the last few quarters

Galaxy Note 8.0 to launch in March, says Samsung roadmap

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-main4.jpg"></P><P>The past week has seen the Galaxy Note 8.0 go from mere rumor to being more-or-less officially confirmed by Samsung. Now, thanks to a leaked Samsung roadmap obtained by TechnoBuffalo</EM>, we have our first clear indication of when the Note 10.1's little brother might become

Samsung Galaxy S4 reportedly operating under code name of Altius

The puzzle pieces for the Samsung Galaxy S4 continue to come together slowly but surely. Today sees us learning that the alleged code name for the project is ‘Altius‘. We like the play on words, especially as they pertain to a galaxy. As some know, Citius, Altius, Fortius, is latin for “Faster, Higher, Stronger”AKA the Olympic motto.Higher works for us.Unwired View
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Deer Reader walks the line of appealing to casual and power RSS users

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Deer Reader" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-deer-reader-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge21.png"> <P>Deer Reader, a Google Reader client for Android, has a great design and set of features that has the ability to appeal to a wide range of users. News reading apps

Get this look for your Android homescreen: Ideo White

One of our absolute favorite things about Android is the fact that you can bend and tweak the platform to your needs. Sure, there’s rooting and modding for deep level personalization, but that stuff does not always concern the everyday user. Some of just want to change the home screen around a bit and create a new user experience. To that end, we present our weekly series of Get This Look posts.In a nutshell we will show you a new look for your Android handset and tell you which apps

Microsoft’s Surface Pro releases on February 9th in the U.S. and Canada

<P><IMG class="size-full wp-image-149660 aligncenter" alt=surface_pro src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/wpid-surfacepro.jpg" width=600 height=375></P><P>Microsoft was allegedly going to launch the Surface Pro in January. That did not work out as planned. Microsoft announced today that the Surface Pro will release on February 9th. Very few countries will be seeing the tablet launch on February 9th though.</P><P>The

Monday, 21 January 2013

Early details for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3, other models spill online

The first details for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 have spilled online ahead of an expected first half 2013 announcement. According to SamMobile, Samsung will employ 3G and Wi-Fi variants of the familiar 7-inch and 10.1-inch experience. Model numbers are already known –GT-P3200, GT-P3210, GT-P5200, GT-P5210–however the remaining specs remain elusive for the moment. That said, the hardware and software picture for the so-called “Santos” tablets may soon land on our laps.Switching gears

'HTC Sense 5' spotted on Droid DNA in China

Following the leaked images of a new version of HTC Sense running on what seems to be HTC's upcoming "M7" flagship, another photo has emerged apparently showing Sense 5 on Verizon's Droid DNA. The shot surfaced via the user "LeakROMs" on Chinese social network Weibo, and it's a dead ringer for the software pictured on the supposed M7 device just a few hours ago. In addition to the re-worked icons, we can also see the new Sense weather widget and a home screen split into dedicated sections for

1Weather adds tablet, lockscreen support

Popular Android weather app 1Weather slipped in a pretty major update over the weekend, adding a new user interface along with proper support for tablets. The radar section has been "optimized," you also get better notifications, and there's a new lockscreen widget for those of us running Android 4.2 Jelly Bean.Hit the link above to get your update on, or download it for the first time for free. "Phil is a recovering print journalist, editor of Android Central, subtitles and street

Sliding Messaging review: A simple take on messaging

My name is Justin, and I’m a messaging app junkie. I constantly change messaging apps, test new ones for fun, and I’m never completely satisfied. I’ve somewhat settled on Handcent SMS over the last month or so, but I’m always open to trying out something new, which is why I recently downloaded a fun little app called Sliding Messaging.The app itself is an interesting take on the stock Android messaging app, in that users can simply swipe left or right to move from one conversation to

Happy Fall app review

The latest game from Noodlecake Studios, Inc., Happy Fall, may have just become one of our favorite new time killers. Not only is it a cute and colorful experience, but it’s the kind of game that beckons you back for more and more.Our friends from Happy Jump are back! Happy Fall is the brand new sequel game to Happy Jump! Join a cute family of Jelly and Ice Cream characters on an exciting journey. Drop safely between the platforms to fall down deeper and deeper.After spending the weekend

Captain Clumsy is a fun and free time-waster game

Anyone with time to kill or a public transit daily commute can always find use for a quality one-handed casual game, and Captain Clumsy fits the bill. The premise of this game is basic -- and purposefully so -- as a "falling" style game with simple controls. You're a clumsy pirate (you would be too with 2 hook hands) trying to steal his booty back from the angry gulls that are holding it captive. Your character barrels down through pirate-themed levels, collecting coins and avoiding the bad

HTC M7 gets photographed in the wild

The HTC M7 scene seems to be picking up steam as of late, what with two renders of the soon-to-be-announced smartphone. Just as the second one looks more legit than the first, the same could be said about this one. Really, what’s more real-looking than a photo? Oh yeah, well-crafted hoaxes. Nevertheless, this looks to be the genuine thing so we’re sharing it with you guys.The team at AndroidPolice have what are allegedly the first front and back photos of the HTC M7. What’s more, there

LG Optimus G begins its worldwide availability rollout with Jelly Bean on board

LG has just announced plans to roll out its latest flagship, the Optimus G, globally to 50 new countries. The Optimus G may seem like "old news" to some of us -- the phone has been available in the United States, Canada, Korea and Japan for some time now -- but it hasn't rolled out globally until now. Coming first to Singapore at the end of January and to dozens of other countries afterwards, this model of the Optimus G will have LTE connectivity onboard in any country that supports it. LG is

Samsung's JK Shin apparently confirms 8-inch Galaxy Note at MWC

Last year in Barcelona, Samsung managed to out the Galaxy Note 10.1 on the side of a building at Plaça de Catalunya, a day ahead of the official announcement. Looks like we'll have no such slippage for Galaxy Note 8, as Samsung's JK Shin apparently has confirmed a previous report to INews24 that we'll see yet another size variation at Mobile World Congress next month. What we don't yet know is whether this 'tweener will be more tablet than smartphone, or vice versa. We'll be in Barcelona,

Sunday, 20 January 2013

There Is A Significant Chance This Is Not A Real Render Of The HTC M7

Ah, after CES we were beginning to wonder when we'd get our next flurry of conflicting rumors. Today's comes in the form of what is being called an official render of the HTC M7. Trouble is, it's not. For starters, PocketNow claims that they're not made by anyone within the company, however according to someone who 'has access' to a photo of the handset, the front looks about right. Allow me to reiterate that point: the claim here is someone has allegedly seen an alleged photo that allegedly

Puzzles, horror, and zombie shooting come with new release In Darkness (video)

It appears as though shooting zombies will never get old. From the big console releases to smaller Android ones, shooting undead people en masse just seems to bring a lot of joy to gamers. SimpleStudioGames has taken the concept and put their own spin on it with In Darkness. A zombie shooter that also includes puzzles and elements of adventure and horror.In Darkness seems to do a little more than most mobile zombie shooters. The graphics aren’t bad and some gamers have likened it to

The best alarm clock apps for Android

The days of the standalone bedside alarm clock are numbered, with the simple inclusion of a “clock” app on every smartphone taking over. But there are so many options out there, why settle for the app pre-loaded on your phone? Your alarm doesn't just have to be a bland beeping sound that makes you want to throw your phone across the room. Read on after the break and see the best alarm clock apps available for your device. Wave Alarm makes use of the front-facing camera on your phone or

Montaj looking to be the Instagram of video, Android version coming Q2

Even though many don’t like Instagram, it has a use that people find palpable. A place where photo enthusiasts can share their lunch pictures in relative peace. Heaven forbid the reaction if all that nonsense started showing up via regular social networking channels. There is a new app coming out that looks to be like Instagram, but for videos and it’s called Montaj.The app premise is pretty cool, actually. The company founder, Demir Gjokaj, stated that Hollywood Movies are shot in clips

Capture the essence of the Ubuntu lockscreen with Ubuntu Live Wallpaper

I don't use live wallpapers traditionally. I find that too often there's a trade off in device performance and or battery life to make it worthwhile. I've made an exception to try this one out, and I'm pretty happy with it. Ubuntu Live Wallpaper tries to capture some of the feel of that great looking lockscreen on Ubuntu for Phones, in a live wallpaper for your Android device. And, while it isn't an exact replica, it's pretty close, and looks great. Currently still in beta, the developers

Display calibration software may be included on Sony Xperia Z and Sony Xperia ZL

Sony may be in the process of adding some screen calibration functions to their forthcoming Sony Xperia Z and Sony Xperia ZL smartphones. This will likely be a nice feature for those users who are interested in doing some fine tuning of the overall screen display for their device. A screen capture of the settings reveals the ability to adjust white balance, color saturation and color hue.
The screen captures come from a Sony Xperia ZL handset. Assuming the function remains available on

Opera Ice coming to Android in February with WebKit functionality

It appears as though Opera is preparing to release an entirely new mobile browser for Android tablets and smartphones next month. According to Pocket-Lint, Opera Ice will feature baked in WebKit functionality, something the company’s previous offerings have noticeably lacked.
Like we’ve grown accustomed to with other browsers, Opera Ice will be relying heavily on gestures for controlling key aspects of navigation. The redesigned browser will also feature tabs in the form of icons on the

Saturday, 19 January 2013

Apps of the Week: NHL Gamecenter, Aldiko Sync, Candy Crush Saga and more!

The app picks just keep on coming. Straight from the Android Central writers to you, the best apps we're using for the previous week are listed here. We've got some productivity tools and a few fun games for you to enjoy on your own phone or tablet this weekend.Stick around after the break and see if our picks are up to par this week.The NHL is finally back after a lengthy CBA fight that didn’t benefit many people. Regardless, I’m a huge hockey fan who is excited that we’ll be able to

Facebook borrows from itself, adds voice messages to main app

A couple weeks after adding the feature to the Facebook Messenger app, voice messages are now a part of the main Facebook application. These aren't going to replace phone calls anytime soon -- and they're not really supposed to -- but they can be a fun little way to drop someone a note on Facebook, or to send voice messages when cellular calls aren't practical or available.Perhaps even more surprising is that Facebook actually updated its changelog on the app with this latest version. Along

Samsung Galaxy Camera Gets Updated To Android 4.1.2, Bringing New “Smart” Modes Along With It

The Samsung Galaxy Camera has gotten its first major software update which brings some significant improvements and goodies to the camera. In addition to bringing the Galaxy Cam’s Android software to version 4.1.2, the update brings a few new “smart” shooting modes including a dawn, food and snow settings which all aim to enhance whatever picture or image you are trying to capture— as well as some additional minor bug and lag fixes. While the update is available for users now— it

Galaga Special Edition hits Google Play Store

Fans of classic arcade games may be pleased to know Namco Networks has released a new title, Galaga Special Edition, in the Google Play Store. Namco describes the game as being based on the classic title, but with some new twists like better graphics and special weapon power-ups. The game contains 25 levels plus boss battles. The game is free, but several early adopters are complaining the ads that help maintain that price point are extremely annoying and intrusive into the gameplay itself.

Sky TV to offer local downloads of TV content through Sky Go

I'm not a Sky TV subscriber, but this morning's news really make me wish that I was. According to a report from British broadsheet, The Telegraph, BSkyB is set to turn on local downloads of their content to mobile devices via the Sky Go app starting this week. It's been a somewhat turbulent relationship between Sky and Android users, with their apps not only late to the party, but notoriously incompatible with many popular devices at launch. Those sort of issues have been vastly improved upon

Friday, 18 January 2013

Nemo’s Reef app review

Nemo and his dad, Marlin, set out to build the coolest reef in his class. Help Nemo create a best-in-class underwater retreat, and discover the secrets to building a permanent home for his friends!Disney released its latest Android game earlier this month, but you’d be forgiven if you didn’t hear about it yet. Not to worry, though, we didn’t either. No, for whatever the reasons may be, Disney’s new Nemo’s Reef was dropped in the Google Play store rather unceremoniously. That’s a

Archos GamePad specs

Specs of the new Archos Gamepad Android gaming tablet:Dimensions: 4.6" x 9.0" x 0.6"Weight: 330g (11.6 oz)Display: 7-inch IPS (1024 x 600) capacitiveOS: Android 4.1 Jelly BeanCPU: 1.6GHz ARM Cortex A9 (dual-core)GPU: Mali-400 MP4 (quad-core)3D OpenGL (ES 2.0)1GB of RAMInternal storage: 8GBMicroSD external storage (Up to 32GB)Front-facing cameraVideo playback: Up to 1080p @ 30 fpsWi-FiConnections: USB 2.0, Mini HDMI3.5mm audio portAnalog thumb sticksG-sensorBuilt-in microphoneInternal: Lithium

Galaxy S4 specs and features include 1.8GHz Exynos 5 Octa CPU, Android 4.2.1 Jelly Bean, AnTuTu Benchmark says

Hey Android users, are you ready for a weekend wild rumor? And we did have quite a few Android rumors lately related either to future Nexus devices or to the upcoming Galaxy S4.Today we’re looking at some reportedly leaked AnTuTu Benchmark screenshots that seem to confirm some important features for Samsung’s fourth-generation smartphone, the processor and out-of-the-box Android build.According to these images, the Galaxy S4 – or model number GT-I9500 for international markets and model

Pantech Discover review

Pantech, much like other smartphone manufacturers, is trying to make the tricky transition from carrier-branded spec devices to its own flagships. But making a name for yourself when few know your brand -- or worse, know it only alongside low-end phones -- is a tough proposition. Pantech is hoping to step up its game for the start of 2013 with this device, the mid-range Discover on AT&T, currently available for $50 on contract.Cheap on-contract phones in the U.S. have always been in an awkward

Google Handwrite updated with improved recognition, multi-character input, and more

Google has updated their Handwrite feature within Google search. The update adds more functionality for defining similar characters, overlapping characters, and multi-character input for Chinese. These updates should help the user write faster and easier within Google Handwrite.The new recognition for similar characters is said to help define between similar characters like, “I”, “1?, and “L”. This update will allow you to choose the correct character with the space bar if Google does

PIC adresses Inaugural 2013 app's privacy policy concerns

A couple days ago we told you about Inaugural 2013 -- a very nicely done app from the Presidential Inaugural Committee that had a pretty peculiar privacy policy, and on the surface looked like a nonpartisan app about the Inauguration. The folks at PIC (The Presidential Inaugural Committee) have clarified their privacy policy a bit with the Washington Post, and want to let everyone know you don't have to share anything with anyone.Contrary to some concerns, the app only collects one sort of

In town for the Inauguration? Metro Navigator (Metro 24) will help you navigate

If you’re in town for the President’s Inauguration this weekend, you’re going to need a good app for the DC metro that will guide you around the city. While DC has a great metro system, it can be confusing for newcomers and those who don’t use it all the time. Having a metro map and schedules right on your phone is incredibly valuable and will make your trip less stressful.Metro 24 is one of the top apps for navigating around different subways. It is a bit pricey at $4.00, but it is a

Sliding Messaging review: A simple take on messaging

My name is Justin, and I’m a messaging app junkie. I constantly change messaging apps, test new ones for fun, and I’m never completely satisfied. I’ve somewhat settled on Handcent SMS over the last month or so, but I’m always open to trying out something new, which is why I recently downloaded a fun little app called Sliding Messaging.The app itself is an interesting take on the stock Android messaging app, in that users can simply swipe left or right to move from one conversation to

Thursday, 17 January 2013

Huawei Ascend Mate specs

Take a look at the complete specs of the Huawei Ascend Mate:OS: Android 4.1Dimensions: 6.5 inches x 3.4 inches x 0.4 inchesWeight: 198gDisplay: 6.1-inch HD IPS+ 1280 x 720 LCD touchscreen with Corning Gorilla glassCPU: 1.5 GHz quad-core Hi-Silicon K3V2 + Intel XMM62602GB of RAM8.0-megapixel AF rear-facing camera with HDR1.0-megapixel HD front-facing cameraBand: UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 MHz -- GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHzWi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi

Google Applies For Laser Projector Patent For Project Glass

Google’s patent request will make their DIY cyborg kit even crazier better. Need to dial a number? Just type it on the palm of your hand. That’s at least one expected functionality of a tiny laser projector for Project Glass. The system would project the dial pad or QWERTY keyboard on to your hand, arm, desk or whatever. A tiny Kinect-like camera would then interpret your movement. Google, you had me at laser!
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Samsung will reportedly introduce Galaxy Note 8.0 at Mobile World Congress

Posted Jan 17 2013 by Scott Webster in Featured, Rumors Samsung will introduce the Galaxy Note 8.0 at next month’s Mobile World Congress, according to SamMobile. Reportedly, there will be two versions of the device (3G and Wi-Fi) with both running Android 4.2 Jelly Bean.The model numbers for the two are said to be GT-N5100 and GT-N5110, both of which have seen their share of leaks and rumors over the last few months. Hardware details suggest the Note 8.0 will not be super-powerful but that

Sony offering six weeks of free PlayStation Mobile games for certified devices

Posted Jan 17 2013 by Scott Webster in News Sony Mobile is offering six weeks of free PlayStation Mobile games for certified devices, beginning with Samurai Beatdown. The freebies will change every seven days, essentially amounting to a half dozen free titles over the span of the giveaway. That said, if you have one of the certified PlayStation Mobile smartphones or tablets then you’ll want to follow Sony on Twitter at @sonymobilenews.Sony MobileTags: free sony games, playstation mobile,

Deal of the Day: Qmadix Snap-On Cover w/ Holster for HTC One X

The Jan. 17 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Qmadix Snap-On Cover w/ Holster for HTC One X. This durable combo provides a hard shell case that protects against dirt, scratches and drops while the holster secures your device on your belt for easy access at all times. When you're ready to view media on your One X simply fold open the retractable kickstand in either landscape or portrait position!The Qmadix Snap-On Cover w/ Holster is available for just $19.00, 46% off today only. Backed by

SEGA's Kingdom Conquest II hits the Play Store

As a follow-up to the very popular Kingdon Conquest game, SEGA is releasing Kingdom Conquest II on Android today. This RPG (Role Playing Game) style game brings in traditional action-packed gameplay along with some strategy that gives the game long-term playability. As a worthy successor to the first game, the storyline continues but is improved with new graphics and gameplay. There are solo, cooperative and multiplayer modes available, giving you plenty of options to play with other users

Coming Soon: Temple Run 2 for Android

Today, the ever so popular game Temple Run, launched its first successor, Temple Run 2 for (ahem) other platforms. Featuring new locations, characters, and obstacles, Temple Run 2 is sure to spark the interest of all previous Temple Run players.While Temple Run 2 was made available today for iOS devices, just as before, Android users are going to have to wait. Luckily, the co-founder of Imangi, Keith Shepherd, stated that the Android release would be coming late next week. Giving us much

Kogan debuts 5-inch phone for under $150

Is your iPhone too small? You may want to pick up something a bit larger, say, the new Kogan Agora. This device sports a 5-inch screen, dual core processor, dual cameras, bluetooth, GPS, and Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). The Agora will also include 512MB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage.While these specs don’t shout “flagship”, the Agora will be sold fully unlocked for just around $149. The Agora supports bands that are compatible with both AT&T and T-Mobile’s contract and

Wednesday, 16 January 2013

HTC 'M7' render leaks out

There’s rightfully some excitement online today about a newly leaked render claiming to show what’s next from HTC -- a high-end Android smartphone known by the codename “M7.” The image comes from UnwiredView via @evleaks, which has a good track record of bringing leaked images like this into public view.The shot seems to show the front face of a phone with rounded corners, the standard assortment of ports and sensors, and an unusual front-facing speaker setup -- or an even weirder

Archos GamePad hitting US in February for $170

Posted Jan 16 2013 by Asad Rafi in Announcements, News, Tablet News Archos launched an Android powered gaming gadget back in August known as the GamePad which was initially made available to UK buyers. Some in the United States were a tad jealous as it seemed a decent alternative to PS Vita and GameBoy. It didn’t hurt that it was also cheaper. Archos looks to be bringing this tablet to the United States as Archos rep recently confirmed it that it will arrive in February. With a price tag

The best calendar apps for Android

For a lot of us, Android’s native calendar does the job - we can plonk in appointments, invite attendees, build different calendars, and have instant access to our schedule with home screen widgets. There are some mighty ambitious third-party apps that try to improve upon the built-in experience, though. In no particular order, here are a few that are worth taking a look at. Pocket Informant is among the more fully-matured and premium calendar apps available for Android. Transitions are

AirDroid 2 Beta APK Is Now Available To All, Remote Camera Access And 'Find Phone' In Tow

Do you use AirDroid? You should. It's a fantastic piece of software. While Google tends to prefer using cloud services to manage your data, there is no central app that can access and change anything on your device. This app fills that need and does so amazingly. It's so great that we gave away 20 invites to the v2 beta recently. Now, the invite-only requirement is gone and it's available to anyone who can download it. Plus, it has some sweet new features you'll want to see.One of the new

Inaugural 2013 has some curious app permissions

The Presidential Inauguration is next Monday, and I was all geared up to tell everyone about the Inaugural 2013 app from AT&T and PIC. It's a beautifully done application, has received rave reviews from the folks who have installed it and looks like it would be really helpful for anyone going to the festivities over the weekend as well as the Inauguration itself. But as Politico notes, there's a bit of a thing here -- according to the application's privacy policy it appears that the app is

New image of HTC M7 surfaces

As we start looking ahead to Mobile World Congress next month in Barcelona, one phone that may generate some interest and speculation is the HTC M7. In light of the slumping fortunes of HTC, the company is hoping to bring out a new flagship device to stem the downward spiral. The M7 may be that device. Loosely based off the DROID DNA, HTC is resisting the push toward bigger phones with a 4.7-inch screen. In most other ways though, the M7 should keep pace with the market offering a 1920 x 1080

Sony Xperia ZL specs

Dimensions: 5.18 x 2.7 x 0.39 inchesWeight: 151g / 5.33 ozDisplay: 5-inch scratch-resistant TFT 16,777,216 color / 1920x1080 pixelsGoogle Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)1.5 GHz Qualcomm MSM8064 Quad CoreGPU: Qualcomm Adreno 3202GB RAMInternal storage: 16GBExternal storage: microSD (up to 64GB)Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2Shatter-proof sheet on scratch-resistant glass13 megapixel camera with photo flash and auto focus2MP front cameraHD video recording (1080p)16x digital zoom3.5 mm audio jackNFC, LTE,

Nexus 7 3G now shipping with choice of AT&T or T-Mobile SIM card

Up until now, Google Play was bundling their unlocked Nexus 7 HSPA+ model with an AT&T SIM card, requiring T-Mobile users to buy their SIM card separately. Starting today, Google Play will now offer a T-Mobile SIM card bundle as well.Other than including the T-Mobile SIM card instead, this is the same 32GB HSPA+ tablet and it still costs the same $299. While this really isn’t much of a change, it still means that users can jump right in when their tablet arrives without having to pick up a

Tuesday, 15 January 2013

UK retailer taking Sony Xperia Z pre-orders [update: price changed]

Update: It seems Expansys' original price of £399.99 for the Xperia Z was an error, as the retailer has just changed its pre-order price to £529.99, in line with other European stores. Bad news for anyone in the UK hoping to bag an Xperia Z on the cheap.Original story: With any new phone announcement comes the inevitable discussion of pricing and availability, which are almost never revealed at the initial press conference. So it is with the Sony Xperia Z, which we first saw us at last

Super Battleships app review

The classic strategy board game of Battleships is available in numerous Android iterations, one of which we recently took for a spin. Called Super Battleships, it’s a free download from a developer known as Easy-Lab.Upon opening the app you’re greeted with a big red button with an arrow directing you to unlock to the right. With no written description or indicator advising what lies ahead we were somewhat curious as to whether this was the right game; there was no splash welcome screen with

How to transfer files to your Android device via WiFi or mobile networks

Connecting your Android device to your computer with a USB cable can be annoying and almost prehistoric. Most people have WiFi networks set up in their home and anyone using a smartphone is going to have a data connection, so why not use those to transfer files to and from your computer with your device? It’s easier and you’re not chained to a USB cable when you want to move some music around. There’s several different ways to get the job down, and this guide is going to go through some

TCL MoVo Google TV first look and preview [video]

CES 2013 might have officially ended about four days ago, but we’re not quite ready to wrap up our coverage from the Las Vegas ground. Naturally, there isn’t anything still going on there, but you probably missed a couple of videos we shot last week due to all the Android-related fuss lately.One of these clips is a preview of yet another Google TV device, called the TCL MoVo. The name probably doesn’t sound very familiar, but don’t think for a moment that TCL is a small company looking

Lomography Kickstarter Moves Film Scanning To Smartphones

The analog-loving Lomography camera company posted its version of Instagram on Kickstarter today. Thankfully, it’s not another app with a ton of retro filters. It’s a 35mm film scanner designed to be used by your Android (or iOS) handset. The Lomography Film Scanner, set to launch March 2013, has several pledge options available but you’ll have to spend at least $50 (at the time of this posting) to grab a hold of a scanner. It will work with a free scanning app that will allows users to

HTC One SV review

It's tough to review a phone that doesn't stand out from the crowd. On the other hand, when the crowd is made up of great phones from HTC like the Droid DNA, One X+ and One S, it's not really a bad thing. That's what you have here with the HTC One SV -- a great little phone that blends in well with the rest of HTC's current offerings.Here in the states, the One SV is exclusive to Cricket. While that's good news for Cricket customers, it means that this one probably won't get the exposure that

Sony Xperia ZL vs Google Nexus 4

For a tech company of its size, experience and influence, Sony is definitely underperforming in the most lucrative tech markets out there: the Android smartphone market.Sure, the Japanese smartphone manufacturer did make steps in the right direction in the past 18 months, starting with the moment it decided to buy out Ericsson’s share in the company back in late 2011. But despite the fact that Sony did great during 2012 in the mid-range and entry-level sectors, they had less fortune in outing

Samsung Revisits The Pebble Blue Galaxy SIII's 'Shortage', Stresses The Importance Of Keeping Promises

In a lengthy, somewhat intimate retrospective piece posted today to Samsung Tomorrow, the electronics giant revisits the launch of the Galaxy SIII. Readers likely remember a launch that almost came off without a hitch, but which was tarnished by a "shortage" of Pebble Blue colored units. Following the international delay, Samsung said there'd be no delay for the Pebble Blue SIII's in the States, and all seemed to be well. Still, the manufacturer was awfully quiet about the real reason behind

Monday, 14 January 2013

Popup Browser App Brings Multi-Window To Galaxy Tab 2 And Possibly Other Devices

Popup Browser for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 allows users to browse the interwebs via a re-sizable browser that floats over the desktop. The floating app produces a very similar result as the multi-window feature found on the Galaxy Note II. XDA user pidio1 created the app for the Galaxy Tab 2 running stock ROM. Another user tried installing the app on a custom ROM but did not fare so well.
I tried flashing the app on the original Galaxy Note but was unable to get it

How to share Photo Sphere pics on Google Maps

I might have mentioned once or twice how Photo Sphere is one of my favorite features of Android 4.2 on the Nexus 4. And I might have slightly bemoaned how the only real ways to view someone's Photo Sphere pictures are on Google+, either in a desktop browser or Android's Google+ app. (And I might have mentioned all that in a single post, yesterday.)Google Maps also got a nod, and I think it's going to be my go-to method for sharing Photo Sphere pics for a couple reasons.What we're doing here is

Kanex Sydnee review

Posted Jan 14 2013 by Scott Webster in Accessory Reviews, Featured, Handset News, Tablet News Have you ever found yourself in a situation where your devices outnumber your available chargers and/or outlets? I know I sure do. Last week with CES, that problem was magnified as I shared a hotel room with three other bloggers. As we got closer to bedtime on the first evening, you could feel each of us eyeballing the outlets and trying to figure out how we would charge our phones, camera, tablets,

Featured Android Game Review: Mini Golf Space 3D [Sports]

Back in August, I reviewed Mini Golf Stars 3D (Name change from 3D Mini Golf Masters), which is one cool mini golf game. It features courses in the sky that had breathtaking views so why not take it to the next level for a little space play? Well the makers of the game, DMW Media, did just that with a new version of the game that they just released called Mini Golf Space 3D. It’s the same simple gameplay that we fell in love with in the original, but now you get spectacular views

Kyocera E6710 Torque passes through FCC en route to Sprint

Posted Jan 14 2013 by Scott Webster in Carrier News, Handset News, Hot Rumors A Kyocera E6710 ‘Torque’ recently passed through the FCC, tipping one of Sprint’s next 4G LTE smartphones. Details thus far are somewhat scarce, but are reported to include NFC, a pair of cameras, and an overall rugged design. Looking at the photo, the Torque appears to run Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and offer a display with a resolution in the vicinity of 800 x 480 pixels.Kyocera models are typically

Tapatalk HD Leaves Beta, Is On One-Day Only Sale For $0.99 In The Play Store

Back in late December, Tapatalk HD beta left the forum-only download arrangement and made its way into the Play Store as a free download. Now, the beta period has ended, the aforementioned freebie is no more, and the first stable client is available. For those who may not be familiar with Tapatalk, it's essentially a way to natively interact with many forums from your Android device. This prevents you from having to deal with the cumbersome (and not-touch-friendly) interface of most message

Mark Zuckerberg And Co. Are Allegedly Set To Release The New Facebook Phone This Week

Forgive us if you have heard this before— but rumor has it that Facebook is all set to introduce its all-new smartphone at a special event sometime this week. According to MG Siegler of TechCrunch, it is unknown if the new smartphone is custom built or an operating system built to run on another manufacturer’s hardware (probably HTC), but he does have a significant hunch on what consumers could probably see in this smartphone. The most obvious likelihood is that the new Facebook phone

From the mail bag: Is Android affected by the recent Java security issues?

Russ8611 writes, Hello Androidcentral! I was just curious if any of you guys feel like reporting on the Java vulnerability and let us know how it affects Android as a platform. I know most people say they don't need Java on their computers, but isn't Java needed by Android, especially by developers? Thanks!!!That's a nasty mess, isn't it?Java means a few different things, depending on how you're talking about it. The Java that's in the news with a heck of an exploit floating around is the Java

Sony shows off Xperia Z and ZL, we’re impressed

Sony has just announced the latest additions to their Xperia line, the Xperia Z and ZL. We expected an Android-related announcement of some kind from them, and they didn’t waste any time in showing off their latest creations. Sony isn’t pulling any punches this year, as both devices are packed with great specs and a few new features. Let’s take a look.Both devices are bringing almost identical specs to the table, which is expected with the “Z” and “ZL” nomenclature. Both of them

Vizio returns to Android smartphones with pair of Chinese models

Vizio today announced a return to the Android smartphone space, unveiling a pair of handsets bound for China. On one hand you have the upper-echelon stuff in the 5-inch 1080p device with a dual-core 1.5GHz processor, and 2GB RAM. On the other, you have a 4.7-inch model with a dual-core 1.2GHz Mediatek CPU and 1GB RAM.We’ve yet to see these two in person, however the early impressions seem rather positive. The team at The Verge has some glowing words for the two, calling the 4.7-inch

ASUS announces $149 MeMO Pad

ASUS has announced a 7-inch budget Android tablet, dubbed the MeMO Pad. At first glance it looks, physically, a bit like the Nexus 7, but this guy's definitely lacking the hardware department by comparison. That's not necessarily a bad thing, though, as it's targeted at emerging markets, where price is more important than power. The MeMO Pad seems to fit that bill with a $149 listing for the lowest storage option.The MeMO Pad is running Android 4.1 Jelly Bean with a paltry 1024x600 resolution.

Velocity announces Cruz D610 and Q610, possibly their first tablets that aren’t mediocre

We’ve always known Velocity Cruz tablets to be.. well, certainly not the best. Outdated specs and poor build quality have haunted Velocity for years, but it appears that they’re catching up to the curve with their latest announcement. Meet the Cruz D610, pictured above. It’s packing a dual-core ARM processor of unknown clock speed, a 10-inch display, and Android 4.1. Obviously these aren’t the latest and greatest, but we’re just happy to see a Cruz tablet that isn’t running

Sunday, 13 January 2013

$55 Jelly Bean Android Mini PC RK3066 spotted at CES 2013

A few weeks ago we showed you the Mini MK802 Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich computer – basically a dongle that can be hooked up to a display and transformed into an Android computer. But its creator has other similar tricks up its sleeves.The Mini RC RC3066 is a newer Android computer that works pretty much like the MK802, and the product has been spotted at CES 2013.The device packs quite a punch under the hood: 1.6GHz dual-core Cortex A9 processor, 1GB of RAM, 4GB of storage, microSD

Use the Nexus 10 to simulate almost any Android device while testing your app

We've all heard the stories that say it's impossible to develop for Android because of all the different possible screen sizes and resolutions. The flip side is that the way Android development is done, most of the time that doesn't really matter. I'm able to string together an Android application, but I'm no serious app developer, so I'm guessing the reality lies somewhere in the middle -- having a selection of screen sizes and resolutions to test on can;t be a bad thing.If you have a Nexus

Photo Sphere: Coming to a non-Nexus near you in 2013?

So much is a given in the smartphone business. Another product cycle begins, and we'll see new hardware. Refined software. Improved user interfaces. It'll happen, just like clockwork. Those are the broad strokes, though. It's tough to nail down individual features.One of the items we're very much hoping to see adopted this year is Photo Sphere, the 360-degree (more or less) panorama feature that Google added to Android 4.2 on the Nexus 4 and Galaxy Nexus. It's not just a matter of Samsung or

Zavers offers real-time coupon and rewards redemption through Google Wallet

Google has ushered in the end of days for the bulging wallet with Google Wallet. But even if the platform supported cashless purchases, tickets and discount coupons all under one account, the system has, so far, not provided a unified service to handle all of these. But since Google’s acquisition of Zave in 2011, the company had been working on a new targeted digital-coupon service that provides real-time data and updates to both consumer and retailer.It sounds like “savers” and the new

Saturday, 12 January 2013

ZTE Plans On Making Major Splash For 2013 By Introducing More Devices On American Wireless Carriers

Hot off the heels of an impressive showing at CES this week, ZTE is poised to make a major mark on American consumers this year. CNet reports that carrier executives have not only been impressed with flagship devices like the Grand S smartphone, but the same executives have been encouraged by the direction of the company and are even saying “show me more“. Additionally, ZTE’s head of North American business Lixin Cheng highlights that when seeing the new concepts and devices, carrier

Dual SIM Philips W8355 coming soon with 5.3-inch screen and Android 4.0 ICS

Despite being a “premium” brand name in the tech world, having annual revenue in the order of tens of billions of dollars and an effective of worldwide employees of over 100,000 people, Philips has never been what you’d call Android-friendly.We’ve only seen a couple of low-end phones and tablets from the Dutch-based multinational electronics company over the years (and we do mean low-end), as well as one or two media players that are as fashionable now as crocs.But as tough as trying to

Sony to be the Apple of Android smartphones, do away with entry-level handsets?

Since companies such as Samsung, LG and Motorola – to name just a few of the Android device makers we expect hot new products this year – decided not to announce any new Android smartphone and/or tablet this past week, Sony had a chance to shine at CES 2013.The company unveiled its new flagship device, the Xperia Z, and its cheaper alter ego, the Xperia ZL, and these products are expected to hit stores in the coming months, well ahead of every other 2013 flagship handset from Sony’s main

Friday, 11 January 2013

AT&T picks up the Lenovo IdeaTab A2107

AT&T today announced that it'll carry the horribly named Lenovo IdeaTab A2107 Android tablet for $199. That's without a contract, by the way, which tells you someone's really trying to move these things.We took a look at the A2107 back at the IFA conference in the fall of 2012, and note that, well, it's a low-resolution (1024x600) 7-inch tablet that has full access to Google Play. This one's still running Android 4.0, which is kind of ridiculous when you think about it going up against the

Hands on with Qualcomm Vuforia Augmented Reality based apps [Video]

Last year I had a chance to see what Qualcomm Vuforia was doing with augmented reality, and I was so impressed that I had to see where things are 12 months later. To refresh your memory, Vuforia was created by Qualcomm for developers that want to utilize augmented reality in their apps. Things are going pretty well as there are over 2,500 apps available (Android and iOS) from developers in 130 countries, and there are over 40,000 registered developers. Last year we saw an app from Sesame

Hands on with the nabi Jr. Android tablet for toddlers [Video]

Late last year Fuhu announced the nabi Jr. tablet for toddlers. This one is the little brother (or sister) to the nabi 2. It sports a 5-inch (800 x 480) display, a dual-core Tegra 2 processor, a rotating camera lens, 4GB/16GB of storage, matching stylus, microSD, and Fuhu’s own UI built around Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. It will be priced at $99 for the 4GB version and $129 for the 16GB version. I had a chance to play with it at CES, and I am not usually impressed with kids tablets, but

Jelly Bean still rolling out to Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, 7" model now joins the fun

The Jelly Bean (Android 4,1,1) update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 that started back in early December is still rolling out across the globe, and users of the 7-inch model in the Americas are now reporting an OTA as well.Early in the fall of 2012 we saw an update roadmap from Samsung that included the Tab 2, so we shouldn't be surprised that it's here. We have no idea of the mechanics behind Samsung's update schedule, but we hope that the rest of the world will see the Jelly Bean update

Hands on with the latest wireless charging technologies from the Alliance For Wireless Power [Video]

A couple of days ago we reported on new wireless technologies from the Alliance For Wireless Power (A4WP). Wireless charging isn’t anything new, but one thing we can all agree on is that it hasn’t been widely adopted. Actually there is second thing we can agree on and that’s that we really want it. The problem is there really hasn’t been a standard and current pads are too clunky.
The Alliance For Wireless Power consists of key members from the tech community including Qualcomm,

After Eight Months Of Silence, IntoNow Gets Bumped Up To Version 2.0

It's been quite a while since we've heard anything from the video-identifying application IntoNow, but out of nowhere the Yahoo!-owned app was bumped up to v2.0 late yesterday evening. The update brings several new features, which mostly focus on the social aspect of the app:What's in this version:- Capture and caption your favorite "Did you see that" moments with Capit – instantly create pictures from your TV, add a caption and/or comment, and share with your friends.- Newsfeed update –

Help improve weather prediction with mPing

Here's a cool little crowd-sourced project from the National Severe Storms Laboratory and the University of Oklahoma. (Boomer Sooner!) The "Precipitation Near the Ground" project (aka W-PING) uses reports from civilians (that's you and me) to match against what radar sees. And as noted in the app description, radar doesn't see too well near the ground at long distances, and those snazzy automated sensors that can tell the difference between snow and rain and some dude spitting in the gutter are

King's Bounty: Legion Comes To Android, Brings Turn-Based Fantasy Strategy Along With It

Turn based fantasy games have seen a bit of a resurgence recently, no doubt partly because it's easier to design a touchscreen UI where the action takes place in a menu rather than in wielding a sword. To wit: King's Bounty: Legion. This title gives players a set of characters to command in combat versus an enemy squad to conquer the game board. The game has some pretty strong creative ties to Heroes of Might and Magic, as the man who designed the original Might and Magic, as well as the

Android 4.2.2 shows up on Nexus 4 in Brazil?

Take with a pinch of salt, but a Brazilian site may have just produced the first evidence that Android 4.2.2 is about to be released.Here’s the story – Adrenaline.com.br came up with two pictures of a Nexus 4 device that was allegedly manufactured in Brazil and runs Android 4.2.2. According to the site, LG has begun manufacturing Google devices in Brazil on January 5, which means that the phone in the photographs could be one of the first to leave the assembly line. LG has a factory that

Every Android Central CES video in one convenient post

As you might have noticed, CES 2013 is just about over for us. It's debatable whether it packed the same punch as in previous years, but to my eyes (and sore feet), there's no doubt that there was more than enough Android content to cover. As we all hop on airplanes and head back home, it's time to start looking back on the mayhem in Vegas. Four reporters. Countless stories. (Well, OK. You can count them all at our CES page if you want.) More photos than we know what to do with.And then, of

Archos 97 Platinum and 80 Platinum hands on

One of the things I was most excited to see at this year's CES was Archos' 97 Titanium, the 9.7-inch Android tablet introduced by Archos late last year. Its stunning Retina-quality 2048 x 1536 display is one of the best on any Android tablet, and its nearly-identical-to-the-iPad design will almost certainly grab the eyes of consumers and lawyers alike. Much to my surprise, what I found was a new line of Archos tablets, the Platinum series, one step above the still-fresh Titanium. ?On hand

Archos 101 Titanium hands-on (updated with official announcement)

Archos brought a slew of tablets to its CES booth this year, and we managed to get our hands on the lot of them. Here's the 101 Titanium, a distant cousin of the 101XS that we reviewed earlier this year. This iteration is part of Archos' Elements line, and therefore receives some of the goodies associated with the brand, such as a much-improved build quality and finish. This thing is solid, much more so than the 101XS, though fails to match the ultra-premium look and feel of the 97 Titanium

Angry Birds Space updated with 'Pig Dipper' levels

Angry Birds Space gets a content update this afternoon. The Pig Dipper update brings 30 new aquatic-themed levels to the popular game, extending its life and keeping players hooked like only Rovio can. The new levels require a bit of a strategy change, as you're now fighting gravity and buoyancy at the same time. You can have a crack at the new levels by updating via the Google Play app on your phone or tablet, or if you haven't been sucked into this one yet and want to give it a try, use the

Chrome Beta channel now available for Android

Good news everyone! The Chrome Beta channel for Android kicks off today with version 25.0.1364.8. Like the Beta channel for the computer, it's a preview of features and fixes that has already passed the development channel and is running through the final testing before it makes its way into the final version. That means it's a great way to try out things that may be broken, but still allow the software to work as a whole. Today's release comes with the following bugs:Performance is sluggish,

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