My Android Stuffs: February 2013

Thursday, 28 February 2013

Huawei Ascend G710 press render leaks out, details still sparse

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w550h500 aligncenter" alt="Huawei Ascend G710" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wpid-huawei-ascend-g710-leak.jpg"></P><P>Huawei has released plenty of devices between CES and MWC, but there are surely more in the pipeline as press images of a Huawei Ascend G710 leaked out today. Like so many devices nowadays, the G710 is going to have a 5-inch display, but this one will purportedly have

Going green: the paper nano-SIM

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-163414" alt="Paper Nano SIM" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wpid-Paper-Nano-SIM-600x450.jpg" width=600 height=450></P><P>Businesses are going green in an attempt to become more environmentally responsible. You read stories about designing green buildings, streamlining operations and even finding alternative energy sources, if only to reduce the carbon footprint. But

Super Sync Sports makes Chrome sync between devices fun!

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Super Sync Sports" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wpid-super-sync-sports.jpg"></P><P>The latest Chrome Experiment out of Google shows off the power of sync between devices with a fun little game called "Super Sync Sports". Head to chrome.com/supersyncsports on your computer and g.co/super on your phone or tablet (Android 4.0 and above), enter the

Field Trip adds more sources, lets you 'snooze' notifications

Google's Field Trip app may not be at the front of everyone's mind, but it's still being developed and improved. The latest update has added several new sources of information and added a new way to dismiss and snooze notifications that appear. You will now see more content from Art Nerd New York, Cultureist, Mad Girl Eats, Weekend Sherpa, Wilderness Press and more when searching for local info. There has also been a pretty big overhaul of the notification system of Field Trip. One of the

Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 LTE now available from U.S. Cellular

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wpid-mainbetter-1-10.jpg"></P><P>The Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 isn't a new device, but the LTE version continues to find new homes. This time out, the news comes from U.S Cellular who today is making the 16GB version of the device available for purchase for $499.99, when paired with a data plan of

Google working on experimental 3.8 Linux kernel for Android

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Kernel version" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wpid-n4-kernel-hero.jpg"></P><P>Google has opened a public kernel repository, marked as experimental, for the Linux 3.8 kernel. The kernel repo is built from the standard Linux kernel, with Android modifications added by the folks in Mountain View working on the Android project. </P><P>The reason this

Google Play Books updated; Now available in India and 'over 90' issues fixed

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Google Play Books" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wpid-google-play-books.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge.png"> <P>Google tossed out an update to Google Play Books this evening, making it a whole lot better by fixing "over 90" issues, allowing users in India to be able

HTC Zoe Share site goes live to show off new HTC One camera feature

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="HTC Zoe Share" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/wpid-htc-zoe-ss.png"></P><P>HTC has been pushing the new camera features included in Sense 5, and one of the most interesting ones (pardon the pun) is HTC Zoe. It's honestly not the easiest thing to explain, and is best seen in its full form, which HTC is helping out with by putting up its "HTC Zoe

Wednesday, 27 February 2013

Samsung blatantly copies Apple’s Passbook service, calls it “Wallet”

<BODY readability="2"><P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-samsungwallet.jpg"></P><P>This is going to piss a lot of people off, but I’ll just say it: The first version of Android copied RIM’s BlackBerry operating system, but then Apple launched the iPhone, so Google decided to throw away everything they were working on and copy iOS instead. On the flip side, we’ve seen several Android features get ported

YotaPhone hands-on - gestures, e-ink and vanilla Android

<BODY readability="2"><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt=Yotaphone. src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-yotaphone-07.jpg"></P><P>The YotaPhone is an example of one of the things we like the most about Android -- crazy hardware implemented in new and interesting ways. Dual-screen smartphones are nothing new -- recall the ill-fated Kyocera Echo of old. But Yota Devices' YotaPhone is

Twitter announces support for Firefox OS, app to be in Firefox Marketplace when devices ship

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w550h500 aligncenter" alt="Twitter for Firefox OS" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-twitterforfirefox2.png"></P><P>Twitter has announced that they will be among the first marquee applications to support Firefox OS. Mozilla announced yesterday that Firefox has committed mobile operators in 18 markets, and that Alcatel, ZTE, and Huawei are partnered to build devices for the new

LG's 'VR Panorama' puts Photosphere on the Optimus G Pro

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="VR Panorama on the LG Optimus Pro" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-vr-pano-2.jpg"></P><P><IMG alt="Android Central at Mobile World Congress" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-mwc-sig1319.png"></P><P>It's no secret that I'm a pretty big fan of the 360-degree Photospheres you can

Get this look for your Android: Rust

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-52057" alt=Rust-MCS2 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Rust-MCS2.jpg" width=640 height=480></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 stuff does not always concern the everyday user. Some of just want to change the

Google debuts Google+ Sign-In, the Facebook Login and Open Graph killer

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-52061" alt=google+sign-in_api_720 src="C:\Program Files (x86)\ABS\Auto Blog Samurai\data\MyAndroidGadgets\AndroidGuys\google+sign-in_api_720.jpg" width=720 height=380></P><P>You know how many of your favorite Android games let you sign in with a Facebook account? You know many times that sign-in leads to spammy wall posts or clutter in your news feed? Google today announced something similar with Google+

ZTE launches Grand Memo with 5.7-inch display, Snapdragon 800 processor

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="ZTE Grand Memo" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-grandmemonews.png"></P><P><IMG alt="Android Central at Mobile World Congress" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-mwc-sig1318.png"></P><P>ZTE is taking the wraps off of its latest large-screen phone, the Grand Memo, at MWC 2013 in Barcelona.

Samsung touts market share, infographic style

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w550h500 aligncenter" alt="Samsung infographic" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-how-many-samsung-smartphone-users-are-there-worldwide-1.jpg"></P><P>Samsung shipped a hell of a lot of phones last year, and a bunch of them were smart phones -- 213,000,000 according to their latest infographic. That's a number which equates to over 30-percent of all smart phones shipped in 2012,

Turn any display into an Android PC with Dell's Project Ophelia

<BODY readability="2"><IMG class=cnet-image alt="" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-dell-wyse-project-ophelia-1610x458.jpg" width=610 height=458> Dell's Project Ophelia is an Android-powered 3-inch dongle that slots into the HDMI port of any TV or monitor, giving you PC functions anywhere without carrying a laptop.</P>(Credit: Andrew Hoyle/CNET) <P>BARCELONA, Spain--The days of carrying a bulky laptop

Skype update brings back 'classic' UI option for tablets

<BODY readability="2"><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Skype Interface" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-skype-n7.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge47.png"> <P>Skype has just been updated to give users the option of selecting a "classic" UI instead of the new and improved tablet

Samsung takes on Google Wallet, Apple Passbook with Samsung Wallet

Samsung today announced a coupon and ticketing service not unlike Apple’s Passbook or Google Wallet. Called Samsung Wallet, the app and service comes with an API (beta) for developers which should spur adoption and integration. Already working with Samsung are Expedia, MLB, Hotels.com, and Booking.com. The app will advise users to nearby Wallet-friendly locations for retail, restaurants, etc.Unveiling Wallet at its Developer Day at Mobile World Congress, Samsung explains that it has launched

Adobe Photoshop Touch comes to Android smartphones

<BODY readability="2"><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-52076" alt=photoshop_touch_smartphone src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-photoshoptouchsmartphone.jpg" width=705 height=344></P><P>Adobe has released a smartphone version of the Photoshop Touch app that tablet users have enjoyed for some time. Available for $4.99 in the Google Play Store, it has all the core capabilities, including adding

Is Google worried about Samsung?

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-52055" alt=google_worried_samsung_720b src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-googleworriedsamsung720b.jpg" width=720 height=380>There’s an interesting piece in the Wall Street Journal today which suggests that Google’s Andy Rubin may be troubled by the growing momentum in Samsung. The post Samsung Sparks Anxiety at Google</EM> tells of a Google which has become worried that Samsung

Monday, 25 February 2013

Boost Mobile announces HTC One SV and Boost Force

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-52035" alt=boost_htc_one_sv_boost_force_720 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-boosthtconesvboostforce720.jpg" width=720 height=380></P><P>Boost Mobile today announced a pair of Android smartphones with 4G LTE connectivity, the HTC One SV and Boost Force. Both will available starting from March 7 and will cost $299.99 and $199.99, respectively.</P><BLOCKQUOTE

Hands-on with LG's Optimus F5 and F7

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Optimus F5" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-asus-f7-2.jpg"></P><P>At the LG MWC booth today the manufacturer didn't just launch the Optimus G Pro and L II series, there was also a new mid-range series of 4G LTE smartphones on display -- the Optimus F5 and F7, members of the LG Optimus F series. The devices we saw were aimed at the European and

ASUS FonePad specs

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w450h400 aligncenter" alt="ASUS FonePad" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-asus-fonepad.png"></P><P>The 7-inch ASUS FonePad unveiled today at MWC 2013 combines the communication features of a smartphone with the entertainment opportunities of a tablet. Find out what specs the ASUS FonePad brings to the table after the break.</P>Dimensions: 196.4 x 120.1 x 10.4mmWeight: 340gOS:

Lenovo announces trio of Android tablets for Q2

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-52040" alt=lenovo_S6000_720 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-lenovoS6000720.jpg" width=720 height=380></P><P>Lenovo yesterday announced a trio of Android-based tablets, Lenovo has officially announced three new tablets, all running Jelly Bean: S6000, A3000 and A1000. The new A-series are 7-inch models with the A1000 aimed at first-time tablet owners and the A3000 packing

News360 v3.0: a big update to the popular app

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="News360 v3.0" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-news360-v3-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge46.png"> <P>News360 chooses to sidestep other apps that focus on social news recommendations, and instead offers user-focused content generation from a wide variety of sources. The

Alcatel One Touch Scribe Easy bundles in accessories

<BODY readability="24"><IMG class=cnet-image alt="Alcatel One Touch Scribe Easy" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-AlcatelOneTouchScribeEasyfront610x416.jpg" width=610 height=416> Alcatel introduced the One Touch Scribe Easy at MWC 2013.</P>(Credit: Jessica Dolcourt/CNET) <P>BARCELONA, Spain--Do you remember the Alcatel One Touch Scribe X from CES last month? Well, the Alcatel One Touch Scribe Easy is a lot

Sony Xperia Z and Tablet Z to launch globally on March 1

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Sony Xperia Z and Tablet Z" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-xperiatabletzxperiazangle1.jpg"></P><P><IMG alt="Android Central at Mobile World Congress" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-mwc-sig1315.png"></P><P>Sony is announcing today at MWC that its latest flagship Xperia Z and Xperia

GM selects AT&T LTE for future car connectivity

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="AT&T 4G LTE" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-gm-4glte-medium.jpg"></P><P>AT&T and General Motors have just announced plans to bring LTE to a wide range of its cars starting in 2014. The partnership will enable GM to provide a whole host of new connected car services through its subsidiary, OnStar, across models from Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and

ASUS announces 7-inch Fonepad; 3G data and voice on Intel Atom

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="ASUS Fonepad" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-asus-1-17.jpg"></P><P>ASUS takes the stage at Mobile World Congress 2013 today, and ahead of their event they have announced the Fonepad -- a 7-inch tablet with full 3G data and voice services using a new Intel ATOM processor.</P><P>ASUS and Intel have a long partnership and Hermann Eul</EM>,

Samsung Galaxy XCover 2 hands-on

Samsung gets a lot of stick over the build quality of some of its phones -- a common complaint of devices like the Galaxy S3 and Note 2 are that they're glossy, plasticky and cheap-looking. So it's ironic that the Korean manufacturer's come out with one of the nicest-looking ruggedized handsets we've seen so far. The Galaxy XCover 2, announced a few weeks back, packs mid-range smartphone internals into an attractive yet hardy exterior.Make no mistake, this is still a plastic phone. But

Hands-on with the LG Optimus Pro flip cover and wireless charging puck

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="LG Optimus G Pro." src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-optimus-g-pro-accessories-4.jpg"></P><P>It only makes sense that the LG Optimus G Pro, which bares a striking resemblance to another 5.5-inch Android phone/tablet mash-up, should also ape a few accessories along the way. The G Pro does precisely that with its own flip cover, which we took a look

Polycom updates RealPresence app for Android tablets

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt=RealPresence src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-realpresence.jpg"></P><P>Polycom has updated their RealPresence application for Android, bringing support for even more tablets, and new features like smart pairing technology, content sharing, and SVC (Scalable Video Coding) format support. Before you click the link to install this one, take a few minutes to see exactly

Sunday, 24 February 2013

Samsung introduces Galaxy Note 8

Samsung today introduced the next member of the Galaxy Note family, officially unveiling the Galaxy Note 8.0. As the name implies, the tablet features an 8-inch display, however the finer details include 8” WXGA (1280×800, 189 ppi) resolution.This slideshow requires JavaScript.Powered by Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, the Galaxy Note 8.0 also offers a rear 5-megapixel camera, 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera, microdSD expansion card slot (up to 64GB), and 4600 mAh battery. The heavy lifting

Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 hands-on

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Galaxy Note 8.0." src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-samsung-galaxy-note-8-12.jpg"></P><P>It’s day minus-one of Mobile World Congress 2013, and we already have the first major device announcement from Samsung. Variously leaked and rumored over the past couple of months, the Galaxy Note 8.0 is official today, and we’ve had the chance to go hands-on with

Slingshot Racing brings one-touch steampunk bobsledding to Android

An absolutely fantastic racing game called Slingshot Racing hit Android today, and I couldn't wait until our next Apps of the Week to tell you guys about it. Players are thrust into steampunk-style world where, for some reason or another, bobsled racing is a big thing. Instead of manually steering as one usually does in racing games, players have to instead tap, hold, and release the screen to deploy grappling hooks to the nearest spinning pivot point and slingshot around the bend. Timing is

Samsung debuts 1TB HomeSync media hub

In addition to rolling out a new member of the Galaxy Note 8.0, Samsung today introduced a new 1TB media hub for your living room. Dubbed HomeSync, it’s an Android 4.1.2 powered drive that allows up to eight separate accounts to share content to and from other Galaxy devices. Want to watch your home videos or photos? Presto.One of the other great features of the HomeSync is that it allows users to play apps at 1080p HD, including titles from the Google Play Store.The HomeSync is due in

Another big-time Twitter app hits big wall: Falcon Pro can take no new users

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Falcon Pro" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-falcon-android0.jpg"></P><P>Falcon Pro, one of the most popular third-party Android Twitter clients, has hit the infamous 100,000-user token limit. This means that unless you've already used and authorized Falcon Pro, you're not going to be able to log into Twitter from the app.</P><P>That,

Report suggests LG to use own chips in Optimus G2, launch headed for IFA

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-lg-mermaid.jpg"></P><P>A report emerging this weekend from the Korea Times, suggests that LG is to develop their first in-house mobile processor for use in the Optimus G2. It's perhaps not all that surprising that LG is considering heading down this path, and taking the fight on another front

Saturday, 23 February 2013

Pwn Pad is a Nexus 7-based network hacking machine

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Pwn Pad" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-big-photo-edit.jpg"></P><P>Security tools company Pwnie Express is making a network hacking-focused device, based on the Nexus 7, called the Pwn Pad. This certainly isn't a tablet meant for the mainstream, but instead is a purpose-built hacking device for users that are interested in tinkering with networks.

Republic Wireless offers unlimited everything for $19 a month, but is it too good to be true?

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Republic Wireless" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-republic-wireless0.jpg"></P><P>Republic Wireless has been kicking around in beta form for about a year now, and they have recently me to spend some time with their phone and their service. I'll admit, I went into it all a bit skeptical. I understand the phone choice (the lowly Motorola Defy

Friday, 22 February 2013

Material (Beta): yet another social news reader

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Material (Beta)" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-material-beta.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge44.png"> <P>Material is an interesting app that's hoping to take a slice of the pie in the social news reader space, and is doing so with a beta version of its app that

App Review: Die For Metal

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-159938" alt="die for metal" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-dieformetal600width.jpg" width=600 height=293> Let’s face it, metal music has one of the most creative and loyal followings of any kind of music. Everyone dresses like a My Chemical Romance music video, the music is meant to induce rage instead of other, often more preferable feelings, and it’s completely awesome.

Archos 80 Titanium on sale in the UK starting at £129

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-archos80titaniumlandscapehidef3.jpg"></P><P>Archos introduced a whole raft of new Android tablets last month at CES, and in the UK the budget oriented 80 Titanium is now on sale. Available from high street retailer, Carphone Warehouse, the cheapest 80 Titanium -- actually made of aluminum -- will set you

Android 4.2.1 update for international Galaxy S3 leaks

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w450h400 " alt="Galaxy S3 Android 4.2.1" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-galaxy-s3-android421.png"> <IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w450h400 " alt="Galaxy S3" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-galaxy-s3-android421-2.png"></P><P>Frequent firmware leaker SamMobile</EM> has just released what it believes is a

Gmail for Android – A Complete Walkthrough

According to our not-so-scientific poll taken this time last year, chances are good that if you’re reading this then you use Android’s Gmail app. The latest update to Gmail bumped it up to version 4.2.2, adding some useful new features like swipe to delete, as well as the long awaited pinch to zoom. You may or may not have already read about these and started to use them. What about all those features that came before the last update?Perhaps you’re new to Android, and are still exploring

HTC settles with FTC over insecure implementation of Carrier IQ, HTC Logger

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="HTC Logo" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-htc-ws-fixed2.jpg"></P><P>HTC America has settled with the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) over concerns that the company put millions of customer's personal information at risk with insecure implementations of software on its devices. The FTC found that HTC did not take a reasonable amount of care in

Sprint Kyocera Torque arriving March 8 for $99.99

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w300h250 aligncenter" alt="Kyocera Torque" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-kyocera-torque.png">Sprint has announced that its latest ruggedized smartphone, the Kyocera Torque, is to go on sale on Mar. 8, priced at $99.99 on-contract. The torque, announced in late January, combined a hardened outer shell with 4G LTE connectivity and Android 4.0 Ice Cream

MLB At Bat 2013 changes payment options, makes interface improvements

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="MLB At Bat 2013" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-mlb-at-bat-2013.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge42.png"> <P>The official MLB At Bat 2013 app has been updated in time for spring training with a new payment structure and several interface improvements. First up is the new

Motorola offering $50 Google Play credit with phone purchase

Motorola is hoping to entice a few more users over to its devices by offering a $50 Play Store credit with a device purchase. With a mail-in rebate, users will receive back a $50 Play Store credit code to redeem. If purchasing the device online, they will automatically be submitting the proper information to receive the credit. The promotion is going until March 3rd, and includes the following devices:Droid RAZR MDroid RAZR HD, Droid RAZR MAXX HDDroid RAZR, Droid RAZR MAXXDroid 4Atrix HD,

Patent details how Google Glass might look on a different frame

A newly published patent is giving us one of the more detailed looks into Google’s Project Glass to date. The filing comes a day after Google opened applications for their Glass Explorer program to members of the general public. Shown among the pages of the document are detailed illustrations of the Glass headset we have become familiar with. Also included is a look at what the concept might look like when mounted in a more traditional set of glasses.For the technically inclined, the patent

Thursday, 21 February 2013

Sony Xperia SP reported to bring aluminum framed 4.6-inch screen, customizable clear element

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w450h400" alt="Xperia SP leaked back picture" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-xperia-sp-leak-back.jpg"><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w450h400" alt="Xperia SP leaked front picture" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-xperia-sp-leak.jpg"></P><P>We've already heard plenty about Sony's upcoming mid-ranger, the

Fixmo SafeWatch will keep your personal data safe, and you're invited to try out the free beta

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Fixmo SafeWatch" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-fixmosafewatch1.jpeg"></P><P>Fixmo is a name we usually associate with enterprise mobile risk management solutions or government agency IT (they also make some great BlackBerry apps), but that also have a pretty comprehensive Android application in the works. Their upcoming SmartWatch app is designed to

4 Pics 1 Word: countless time spent playing this game

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="4 Pics 1 Word" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-4pics-1word-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge40.png"> <P>Four pictures. One Word. Countless time spent playing this addictive game. There isn't a lot to it, but that's just fine by us. 4 Pics 1 Word is a

DashClock Widget updated with calendar tweaks, new languages and more

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="DashClock Widget calendar options" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-dashclock-widget-update.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge39.png"> <P>One of the best uses of Android 4.2's lock screen widget feature has been Roman Nurik's DashClock Widget -- a customizable,

Ubuntu Touch developer preview now available for download and installation

<IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-sharett11.jpg"> <P><IMG title=ubuntu-touch class="alignnone size-full wp-image-116894 aligncenter" alt="" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-ubuntu-touch.png" width=431 height=269></P><P>A couple days removed from offering a first look at Ubunutu Touch for tablets, Canonical has launched a developer preview of the new mobile

An awesome X-ray look at the Nexus 4 and its wireless charger

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Nexus 4 charger x-ray" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-nexus-4-orb-side.jpg"></P><P>What's cooler than having a Nexus 4 and its official wireless charging orb to go along with it? How about having access to an X-ray machine and taking a look inside? Joshua Perry on Google+ has done just that, bombarding both phone and charger with radiation

The 'Spring into TEGRA' Contest: Win a Tegra-powered HTC One X+!

<IMG title="The 'Spring into TEGRA' Contest: Win a Tegra-powered HTC One X+" class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Spring into TEGRA Contest" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-spring-into-ac.jpg"></P><IMG title="" class=aligncenter alt="NVIDIA TEGRA" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-nvidia-tegra-badge.jpg">It's

Wednesday, 20 February 2013

Beautiful Widgets hits version 5.1 with new widgets and beta channel option

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-bw501barebone.png"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge36.png"> <P>The Beautiful Widgets team continues to push out updates, and the latest version of the popular app adds a substantial amount of new stuff. Among the additions in the

Virgin Mobile throws a $79.99 Kyocera Event for the prepaid crowd

Virgin Mobile today announced the next Android smartphone to join its roster, kicking off the Kyocera Event. Priced at only $79.99, the no-contract handset, runs Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and features a 3.5-inch display, 3.2-megapixel camera, and 1GHz processor. Not a ton of power, no, but it beats the heck out of our first Android phone. What’s more, we love that plans start at $35 a month and do not require any long term commitments.Look for the Kyocera Event in black at Virgin

HTC One Otterbox cases in the works

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="HTC One Otterbox" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-htc-one-otterbox.jpg"></P><P>Sure, the back half of the HTC One is made of metal, but the front half is all glass, baby. And both of them could use some protection. One of the early entries in the HTC One case department is the venerable Otterbox, which has a trio of shells in the works. The cases

Qualcomm intros Snapdragon 200 and 400 series of mobile processors

Qualcomm today introduced a pair of new mobile processors aimed at mid-range and entry-level smartphone experiences. As the numbers might lead you to believe, the Snapdragon 200 is focused on delivering a balance of value and performance as well as better battery life. The Snapdragon 400 seeks to power “high-volume” smartphones and tablets with a user’s expected performance, connectivity and battery life.The Snapdragon 400 has two configurations: dual-core Krait CPUs running at up to

Pudding Monsters: City Tour lands tomorrow

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w550h500 aligncenter" alt="Pudding Monsters: City Tour" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-pudding-monsters-city-tour-1.png"></P><P>ZeptoLab, the fine folks behind the likes of Cut the Rope and Pudding Monsters, announced today that Pudding Monsters: City Tour will be released Feb. 21 on Android and iOS. The gist is the same as the original -- you build Mega Monsters (out of pudding)

5-inch Xiaomi Mi2A could be launching as early as May

Previously it was believed that the next-generation Xiaomi phone would arrive in mid-2013 under the name Xiaomi Mi3. Now new rumors indicate the next phone from the company will be called the Mi2A and could be arriving as early as May.According to the rumor, the Mi2A will feature a 5-inch 1080p display, though not much else is known about the device beyond that. Interestingly enough, May of last year was when the youth version of Xiaomi M1 was launched.Again, its hard to say whether the phone

Root achieved for Sony Xperia Z before most of world has access to it

<BODY readability="16"><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-151380" alt=Sony_Xperia_Z_rooted src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-SonyXperiaZrooted-281x500.png" width=281 height=500></P><P>You may not be able to get your hands on a Sony Xperia Z quite yet as it is just starting to trickle out to some international markets, but when you do, instructions are already available for those who want to

iPhone 5 beats Galaxy S3 as top seller, says report

<BODY readability="10">Apple's flagship phone outpaced all other rivals to become the world's best seller in the fourth quarter, says Strategy Analytics.</P><IMG class=mugshot alt="Lance Whitney" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-headshotsLanceWhitney140x10060x43.jpg" width=60 height=43> <IMG class=cnet-image alt="Apple's iPhone 5."

The HTC One in red doesn’t exist, at least for now

<BODY readability="10"><P><IMG class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-151342" alt=HTC_One_Red src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-HTCOneRed-265x500.png" width=265 height=500></P><P>There was no mention of a Red HTC One at today’s event, but for whatever reason the HTC site showed it as an option, and the image above was taken from their site. We reached out to HTC PR and we’re being told it was a mistake

Mozilla releases Firefox 19, adds built-in PDF viewer

Firefox for Android has finally received a hefty update from the folks at Mozilla today, bringing massive improvements like a built-in PDF viewer to the third-party browser. The new build, version 19, also brings native support for themes, allowing Android users to customize a large portion of their browsing experience.While most enhancements have been made to the mobile version, desktop users will also notice a few improvements like speed improvements and lower hardware requirements. Be sure

Samsung getting aggressive in Silicon Valley!

Samsung is busy expanding its presence in Silicon Valley as the company sees the location as “the epicenter of disruptive forces.” The comment is probably referring to Apple and as the battle between the two companies escalates, Samsung wants to make sure it has staff and facilities in Apple’s backyard.Its aggressive expansion into Silicon Valley includes the recent opening of a new innovation center in Menlo Park, Calif and the bold plan to build a huge new semiconductor campus. The

Beautiful Widgets 5.1 intros new tablet widget, weather options

<P><IMG class="aligncenter wp-image-51802" alt=BW_5_01_barebone src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-BW501barebone.png" width=639 height=160></P><P>Beautiful Widgets, one of our favorite apps for Android, has a new update today and we’re only too happy to help spread the news. Key among the changes in v5.1 are the option to choose from AccuWeather and Weather Underground for weather sources, the ability to remove

Tuesday, 19 February 2013

HTC One SIM-free available to pre-order in the UK

The HTC One has been the dominant subject in the technology spotlight today, shaping up to be one of the most aesthetically pleasing and powerhouse ready devices to date, which when pulled off correctly, can be a very attractive combination.We have good news for UK residents, you can pre-order the device with Clove for £510. This will get you 32GB of internal memory, accompanied by the increasingly popular Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 1.7GHz quad-core processor, a 4.7-inch SuperLCD3 capacitive

HTC Sense 4 vs. HTC Sense 5

The announcement of the HTC One comes as more than just a nice new piece of hardware. The software on the phone has also seen a major update from previous versions of HTC Sense. Features such as BlinkFeed, the introduction of Zoes, and a new gallery experience set Sense 5 apart from Sense 4. Let’s take a quick look at what is new and different.Immediately noticeable is a shift in appearance from Sense 4 (leftmost in images here). HTC has really honed in on the Holo experience of Android 4+,

HTC One vs iPhone 5 vs Nokia Lumia 920 vs Blackberry Z10 [Poll]

<IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-sharett9.jpg"> <P>So HTC has announced the HTC One at its New York City event, and as excited as you are you’re probably wondering how it stacks up to some of the flagship phones from other OEMs. The HTC One is positioned at the very top of the Taiwanese manufacturer’s totem pole for 2013, but is it worthy to be compared to the likes of Apple’s iPhone 5, LG’s Nexus 4 and Blackberry’s

Monday, 18 February 2013

HTC Rezound and Droid Incredible 2 getting a small 'Device Enhancement' update

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="HTC updates" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-htc-updates.jpg"></P><P>Verizon and HTC have announced a small update for the Rezound and the Droid Incredible 2 today. Listed only as a "Device Enhancement", no one is yet sure exactly what is getting updated, only that said updates should be making their way to handsets soon. Keep an eye on the

BBK Vivo X3 to be world’s first bezel-less smartphone?

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-157010" alt=vivo-x3 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-vivo-x3.jpg" width=600 height=405></P><P>Whether we like it or not, the smartphone world seems to be driven by the “bigger is better” principle of late. What do gadgets have today and they didn’t a year or two ago? Sure, fastest chips and more RAM, but also much larger screens. And, hopefully, they’ll have bigger

Hotel Tonight adds proper tablet UI support

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Hotel Tonight Tablet UI" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-hotel-tonight-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge34.png"> <P>Hotel Tonight has just updated its Android app with proper tablet support, offering a better UI experience to users with larger screen devices. The

Unity Launcher: a little bit of Ubuntu flair on your device

Canonical has laid out its plans to release Ubuntu phones at some point in 2014 -- but you don't have to wait that long to get a little bit of Ubuntu flair on your current Android device. Unity Launcher brings Ubuntu's interesting swipe-in sliding app selector to your device without changing your current launcher setup. Stick around with us after the break to learn a little more about what Unity Launcher has to offer. If you haven't seen the demos of Ubuntu's interface, the main app

LG Optimus G Pro specs available, headed to North American markets

<BODY readability="6"><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-151166" alt=LG_Optimus_G_Pro src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-LGOptimusGPro.jpg" width=500 height=500></P><P>In advance of MWC 2013, LG has officially released the specifications for their new LG Optimus G Pro smartphone on their Korean site’s newsroom. LG had previously announced the availability of the device for the South Korean

Xperia Z now on sale at Sony Mobile France store

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-z-151.jpg"></P><P>It looks like Germany isn't the only country getting an early chance to pick up the Sony Xperia Z. The phone has just gone up for sale on the Sony Mobile France online store. Purchased SIM-free, the 5-inch, 1080p-toting handset will set French buyers back €649 -- that's not

The Weather Channel app gets a sizeable update with a new look

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt=TWC src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-twc.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge32.png"> <P>The Weather Channel's official Android app has been given a complete makeover in today's big update. In addition to an all new user interface and tablet optimization, they have beefed up the

Confirmed: Galaxy S4 event for March 14, design could be similar to Galaxy Note 8?s

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-154176" alt=samsung-galaxy-s3 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-samsung-galaxy-s3.jpg" width=600 height=400></P><P>Just a few hours ago we showed you another Galaxy S4 rumor that claimed the handset will be unveiled on March 14 at a special event in New York. A day earlier than what the last report said, but at least the U.S. location appeared to stay in

LG finally reveals Optimus G Pro specs, price, availability

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="LG Optimus G Pro" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-opt-g-pro-cropped.png"></P><P><IMG alt="Android Central at Mobile World Congress" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-mwc-sig137.png"></P><P><STRONG>Update:</STRONG> LG expects to begin rolling out the new Optimus G Pro in

Utter! Voice Command Beta: control your phone by voice

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Utter! Voice Command Beta" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-utter-voice-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge31.png"> <P>The recent update to Google Now has just made one of the nicer Jelly Bean features -- offline voice recognition -- available for third party developers to

Sunday, 17 February 2013

Netgear PTV3000 gets a firmware update, now officially supports host of Android devices

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Netgear PTV3000" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-netgear-ptv3000.jpg"></P><P>NetGear's PTV300 Miracast adapter has been available for some time now, but it just recently received a firmware update that made it compatible with a number of Android devices. Now at v2.2.9, which is the third official firmware update (Android functionality was added in

Plume adds its own open-sourced DashClock Widget extension

Another day, another DashClock Widget extension, it seems. The latest is from Twitter app Plume. It's doing things a little bit different. Whereas Falcon Pro baked its DashClock extension directly into the app, Plume's is a separate download. That's an extra step, but Plume developer LevelUp Studio also released its extension code as open-source which in addition to being awesome is also in the spirit of DashClock Widget, which itself is open-sourced.A reminder that you'll need Android 4.2.x

International roundup: HTC One and Galaxy S4 rumors, new LG phones and an early Xperia Z launch

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w300h250" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-20130108004137wm1.jpg"><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w300h250 " alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-samsungboothifa2012.jpg"><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w300h250 " alt="Android Central"

Will the smartwatch destroy the smartphone?

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-150516" alt=Pebble src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-pebble-watches.jpg" width=600 height=304></P><P>With all the talk lately of smartwatches, and the fervor surrounding them, we’re left to wonder what their purpose really is. What we have now is basic and unpolished. Do they have a place in our future, or are they destined to be on future “device failure” lists? Let’s

DashClock Widget v1.2 adds shortcuts, visual tweaks, new languages

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w550h500 aligncenter" alt="DashClock Widget" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-2013-02-16213830.png"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge29.png"> <P>If you've got an Android phone or tablet that's got Android 4.2.x and you're not using DashClock Widget, you are, quite frankly, doing it wrong. And

This Week In Google TV: WD making a Google TV, Google TV in retail stores, editorials, tutorials and more

<IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-sharett5.jpg"> <P><IMG title=Gogole-TV-featured class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-116348" alt="" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Gogole-TV-featured-640x426.jpg" width=640 height=426></P><P>Welcome to the second edition of our “This Week In Google TV” feature! This is where we bring you your weekly dose of the latest

Saturday, 16 February 2013

Offline speech recognition for third-party apps discovered in Google Search update

<BODY readability="2"><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-151128" alt=google_now_offline_speech src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-googlenowofflinespeech-630x354.jpg" width=630 height=354></P><P>Developers of voice command app utter!</EM> have discovered a nice surprise included in the latest Google Search update that increases the usability of speech-recognition on Jelly Bean powered

Google Takeout now includes Blogger blogs and Google+ pages

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-googletakeaway.jpg"></P><P>Google Takeout -- or Takeaway as it seems to be calling itself these days -- is the data liberating service of your dreams. Allowing you to export your Google based content should you wish to leave forever, or just want to have a copy for yourselves, the service has been

Apps of the Week: Vector, Buzzfeed, ElectroDroid and more!

It's that time of the week again where we bring you our weekly app picks, direct from the Android Central writers. This time each week we do our best to give you a look at an app that we're using and enjoying on our devices from day to day.Stick around after the break and see how we did with our picks this week.Vector is a highly-polished side-scrolling parkour racing game that just came out this week. Players run from Big Brother in style over rooftops, unlocking new swipe-based free-running

Galaxy S4 specs leaked: Quad-core Exynos processor and more

<BODY readability="4"><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-sharett4.jpg"> <P><IMG title=samsung-main class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-116672" alt="" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-samsung-main.jpg" width=640 height=409></P><P>We can guarantee that the Samsung Galaxy S4 will be one of the year’s top devices, just like its predecessors

Google releases images and details of Glass Foundry event

<BODY readability="4"><P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-151097" alt=Google_Glass_Foundry_01 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-GoogleGlassFoundry01.jpg" width=497 height=331></P><P>Last month Google held a Project Glass hackathon event in San Francisco and in a recent Google+ blog post, the tech giant let us in on a couple of details and a handful of images of the event. Members of the event

HTC provides more clues about the HTC One Camera with cryptic teaser

<BODY readability="4"><P><IMG class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-151070" alt=HTC_One_Camera_Teaser src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-HTCOneCameraTeaser-450x450.png" width=450 height=450></P><P>HTC is giving the public more to speculate over with the release of their latest cryptic picture on their Twitter page. The picture is of a camera lens that seems ordinary to the naked eye. Upon close inspection,

Minus updated with new interface and featureset

Minus is putting out an update to its Android (and iOS) app today that not only changes and improves the interface, but also changes the way the service works as a whole. The app used to be focused on picture storage to share with friends, and has now pivoted a bit to be focused on meeting and sharing with people that are nearby. The basic idea is to see other Minus users around you and then chat, share photos and browse other people's photos. Photos can still be kept private and accessed from

Skype now beta testing video messaging service with some mobile users

Skype is actively testing a new video messaging service with a "group of mobile and mac users" according to its official Twitter account today. The new feature, which doesn't require a new update to the mobile app, enables users to send video messages back and forth up to 3 minutes in length. If you've been selected to be part of this initial test, the option will be found under a contact's name in the "More" category, which now holds options to do video messages and send files. You get a

iPhone 5 ahead of Samsung Galaxy S3 in web traffic, but only by a whisker

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-156721" alt=Chitika src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Chitika.jpg" width=600 height=466></P><P>We know that most of you like to focus on the positives when it comes to the Android vs iOS “war”, but you probably remember one particular battle the iPhone 5 easily won against the Samsung Galaxy S3 last fall.</P><P>Although it was only out for a few weeks,

Tweet Lanes goes open-source, looking for a few good devs

It's been a few months since we got the bad news that active development was to cease on Twitter app Tweet Lanes, but developer Chris Lacy today did announce that the app still has a future. Lacy is open-sourcing the code not only for the Tweet Lanes client, but also its SocialNetLib library (which works with App.net as well), as well as his AppEngine of things."My sincerest hope is that by releasing this code, the community can give Tweet Lanes the time and attention that it deserves," Lacy

The Nexus 4 Wireless Charger

There's really not a whole lot to say about the Nexus 4 Wireless Charger. It's a $59 Qi-standard compatible wireless charger that charges your Nexus 4. Plug it in, put the phone on it, and go. No muss, no fuss, thank you, drive through. This one's made specifically for the Nexus 4, though presumably other Qi-standard phones will work with it. Unlike, say, the Palm Touchstone, this one relies less on magnets to keep phone in place on the inclined face of the charger and more on the tackiness

AT&T Galaxy Note 2 receiving small security fix OTA update

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w450h400 aligncenter" alt="Galaxy Note 2 OTA" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-galaxy-note-2-ota.jpg"></P><P>The AT&T Galaxy Note 2 is receiving a small update today that has updated the baseband on the device and made what AT&T is calling a "chipset security enhancement". The update is small -- just about 8.5MB -- so as you'd expect we're sticking with

Sony Xperia Z to launch at Berlin Sony Store on Feb. 21

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-z-111.jpg"></P><P>The Sony Xperia Z isn't due to go on general release until the end of the month, but already we've seen some European retailers allowing buyers to sneak an early peek at Sony's next big thing. Those looking for an early opportunity to actually buy the phone, however, may want

Developer preview of Ubuntu hits Nexus 4, Galaxy Nexus on Feb. 21

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt=Ubuntu src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-ubuntu.png"></P><P>Canonical today announced that the developer preview of its Ubuntu mobile operating system will be available for the Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 4 on Feb. 21.</P><P><IMG alt="Android Central at Mobile World Congress"

Friday, 15 February 2013

Gamestick goes up for general preorder, starts at $79

PlayJam today has made their Android-powered Gamestick available for general preorder after a successful Kickstarter campaign. Those who missed out on the opportunity to become an early backer of the project can still get their hands all up on those joysticks in advance of a global retail launch. PlayJam plans to fulfill preorders, which are priced at $79, as soon as the initial batch of Kicstarter orders are delivered. The company is also offers a $25 dock and $10 case to round out the

Sony already working on next flagship phone – the Full HD Android 4.2-based C680X

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-156391" alt=Sony src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Sony.jpg" width=600 height=300></P><P>Sony’s latest spearhead, the Xperia Z, hasn’t even enjoyed a proper global release yet, but there might already be a new high-ender on the horizon to join the Xperia family. A mysterious “unrecognized device” with the C6802 model number has been spotted performing an HTML5 test

Google’s new Nexus 4 store locator aims to help you track down the phone easier

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-139253" alt=banner-nexus-4 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-banner-nexus-41.jpg" width=600 height=300></P><P>Even if Nexus 4’s limited supply issues have technically come to a happy ending, it’s still not very easy to track the sneaky little devil. The US Play Store has both the 8 and 16 GB versions in stock, but shipping seems to take a while, not to mention you could

Thursday, 14 February 2013

Sweden has the world’s fastest 4G LTE network, US lagging behind at eighth place

<P><IMG class="size-full wp-image-156248 aligncenter" alt="LTE OpenSignal bandwidth tests" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-networkltespeeds.png" width=600 height=352></P><P>According to a study conducted by UK based network testing firm OpenSignal, Sweden was the first country to introduce an LTE network. Sweden was ranked first place with having the world’s fastest LTE network coming in at 22.1Mbps. The

Nvidia Tegra 4 SoC to ship only in July, Shield release pushed to September

The Sony Xperia Z and Xperia ZL stole the show at this year’s CES, but one of the highlights of the event was also the announcement of the Nvidia Tegra 4 SoC, featuring four cores (plus a companion core) based on ARM’s latest Cortex A15 technology, and a 72-core GPU (!). As was the case with Tegra 3, I was hoping for a lot of OEM’s flagship devices to feature the Tegra 4 processor to kick off the year, but unfortunately, we won’t be seeing Tegra 4-powered devices for at least half a

Facebook for Android update brings improved cover photo management

The official Facebook for Android application has been upgraded in the Google Play Store to make life easier on those who tend to change their profile cover photo quite often. Users can now make the change right from their timeline instead of having to dig through settings and go through the grueling, nerve-wrecking task of pressing button upon button upon button.Prior to the change, users had to first upload the photo into an album, then go through the process of applying the cover photo.

Lava XOLO A1000 available online for Rs 13,999 ($269) in India

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-156287" alt="lava xolo a1000 feature" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-lava-xolo-a1000-feature.jpg" width=600 height=400></P><P>Lava has been making waves in the Android world after becoming the first manufacturer to use an Intel chipset in its Lava XOLO X900 smartphone. Since then, the company has been aggressively marketing its XOLO lineup of devices, which feature

Archos officially announces Platinum line of tablets, on sale beginning in February

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-97hero.jpg"></P><P>First seen in the wild back at CES in Las Vegas, the Archos Platinum line of tablets has now been officially announced, dated and priced. The range of three slates -- the 80, 97 and 116 -- will range between 8 and 11.6 inches in size and pack some pretty premium looking specs for

Wednesday, 13 February 2013

WeFi Pro: get the most out of public Wifi access

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="WeFi Pro" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-wefi-pro-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge22.png"> <P>Many of us are coming to the realization that mobile data limits are, well, limiting. At the same time, public Wifi access has been a major initiative in many large cities and

Archos releases free, ad-supported version of video player app

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-archosvideo0.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge21.png"> <P>One thing that Archos has traditionally done pretty well is video, and back in December they launched a standalone version of the video player app that ships on

Opera hits 300 million users, confirms switch to WebKit and MWC showing of new Android browser

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-operahero.jpg"></P><P><IMG alt="Android Central at Mobile World Congress" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-mwc-sig135.png"></P><P>We first heard of Opera's intentions to switch to WebKit back in January, following the release

Alcatel unveils mid range One Touch Star, and it's available in pink

Fresh from CES where they announced a whole raft of new Android devices, Alcatel has announced yet another smartphone. The latest in the company's One Touch line, the One Touch Star is a distinctly mid-range flavored device that will likely be on display at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. Oh, and it comes in a pretty fetching shade of pink. There is also an all white version, along with a black fronted, silver backed variety too. Beneath the colorful exterior, the One Touch Star houses a

Any.Do app review

<P><IMG class=" wp-image-51606 aligncenter" alt="Any.Do header" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-AnyDo-header.jpg" width=635 height=310>Being a college student, it’s often hard to stay organized. My goal for this semester is to be more organized, prepared, and on top of things, and I couldn’t do that without some help. A few weeks ago, I ran across Any.Do on Google+. I’ve since lost the original post, but it caught

Motorola RAZR HD now in stock SIM-free in the UK from Expansys

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-motorola-razr-hd-hero0.jpg"></P><P>The Motorola RAZR HD may of been rocking the U.S. for some time now, but it's only today that the Android device has become available SIM-free in the UK.</P><P>If you are after a high-end Android handset with a meaty battery then the RAZR HD is

NVIDIA Tegra 4 Android tablet coming from… wait for it… HP

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-156090" alt=HP-TouchPad-android src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-HP-TouchPad-android.jpg" width=600 height=400></P><P>Yes, it’s not a joke, we’re not trying to make fun of our readers today with news that HP may be among the first companies to launch a NVIDIA Tegra 4 Android tablet this year.</P><P>ReadWrite</EM> has it from to unidentified “sources

Fitbit update brings with it wireless syncing for a few Android smartphones

<P><IMG class="size-full wp-image-156001 aligncenter" alt=fitbit src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-fitbit.jpg" width=600 height=292></P><P>You can put away that silly USB dongle as you will need it no more! After announcing that Android devices would get wireless syncing via Bluetooth 4.0 in September 2012 the Fitbit team released a new update to its Fitbit app! Galaxy S3 and Note 2 owners can now use wireless

Tuesday, 12 February 2013

LG confirms 5.5-inch 1080p display for Korean Optimus G Pro

As has been rumored recently, the LG Optimus G Pro is indeed heading to South Korea, with a 5.5-inch display in tow. The device, which first appeared in Japan with a 5.0-inch screen, was reported to be heading to LG's home market with a refreshed spec sheet in the past week -- and we'd even seen some leaked photos to back up these claims.LG's promotional site for the G Pro doesn't reveal much beyond the screen size and resolution, so we'll have to wait on confirmation of other changes like the

Korean variant of Samsung Galaxy S IV appears in benchmark database with Qualcomm CPU and 1080p display

The rumor mill for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S IV is only beginning folks. Today’s update comes from the GLBenchmark database where a Korean variant (SHV-E300S) appeared. We find that a lot of devices show up in the GLBenchmark database, and although we aren’t able to get the full scoop, there is usually some relevant information available.The first bit of information is about the processor. Most of us were hoping for the new Exynos 5 Octa that was introduced at CES. Unfortunately that

Swipe Telecom and MTV India launch the MTV Volt, a 6-inch Android smartphone, in India

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-155712" alt="mtv volt" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-mtv-volt.jpg" width=600 height=374></P><P>Looks like it’s the season for phablets in India! After the announcement of the Byond Phablet PIII and the Byond Phablet PII, we now bring to you the announcement of another 6-inch Android phablet by California-based Swipe Telecom in collaboration with MTV India (owned

Is 3D printing the future of mobile accessories?

With so many mobile devices on offer, it’s no wonder we don’t have as many accessories as we’d like. It must be really difficult for those accessory manufacturers to keep up! With new devices coming out all the time, and our increasing desire for accessories, is 3D printing the answer?There may be a time when 3D printing is a very mainstream thing, and that time may be coming very soon. We’ve already seen a 3D printed phone stand/charger, but are there other opportunities out there? We

SwiftKey Flow beta updated with fresh round of bug fixes

The SwiftKey Flow beta test continues with another release for phones and tablets today. Version 4.0.0.99 includes a new round of bug fixes, including behavior fixes for the Google Chrome Beta, various crash fixes and a new Turkish layout. Here's the full changelog for your perusal --Fixed crash on changing keyboardsFixed force close on clicking update languageFixed other crashesResolved majority of non-English punctuation problemsNew look installer to match SwiftKey Flow colors and include an

Sony Xperia Z kernel source code published ahead of phone launch

The Sony Xperia Z isn't due to be available globally until the end of the month, but being the good, GPL-abiding OEM that it is, Sony Mobile has already published the device's kernel source code. The code, which will only really be of use to custom ROM developers, weighs in at 203MB, and can be found at the Sony open-source archive linked below.With the phone as yet unavailable for those outside Japan, we doubt there'll be too much development activity going on over the next couple of weeks.

Google Now widget coming to Android

<P><IMG class="aligncenter wp-image-51580" alt=google_now_widget src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-googlenowwidget.png" width=365 height=648></P><P>A Google Now widget may be coming to future versions of Android, according to a new round of rumors. Details found on a support page (since removed) show a glimpse of things to come but with no additional documentation. It appears that the cards would automatically fill in

DashClock Widget for Android 4.2

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="DashClock Widget" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-dashclock-widget.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge18.png"> <P>I've made no secret about my outright displeasure for the new lock screen widgets in Android 4.2. Clunky, for one, often lacking style for

Verizon's Droid DNA to be updated with bug fixes

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-verizon-droid-dna-210.jpg"></P><P>Verizon's HTC-built Droid DNA will soon be receiving a software update with a few important bug fixes, as the carrier has just posted word on its Droid DNA software support page. The new version 2.04.605.2 710RD comes with a sizeable changelog, including references to

Google Now widget possibly leaks out on Google support page

There's not a lot to look at, but the minimalism is part of what makes is great. We're talking about Google Now, and the fact that reference to a widget has appeared on a Google support page answers the prayers of many an Android fan. There isn't a lot of documentation, but very little is needed. Place the widget on your homescreen just like you would any other, and a click on one of the sections will open the relevant parts in Google Now. We assume that the widget will be populated based on

Vertu announces $10,000 Android phone - titanium and sapphire on the outside, Ice Cream Sandwich within

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-vertu.png"></P><P>Vertu, perhaps best known as a purveyor of ridiculously expensive Symbian phones, has turned its attention to the Android smartphone market with a new device, dubbed the Vertu Ti. In keeping with what you'd expect from this kind of brand, the Ti is pegged as a luxury device, as is

Monday, 11 February 2013

Indian Rides: get ready for the return of Indian Motorcycle

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Indian Rides" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-indian-rides-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge17.png"> <P>Indian has been around since 1901, and they're getting ready for a re-launch of the Indian Motorcycle brand in 2013 by releasing the Indian Rides app. While the

Nexus 4 wireless charger finally available for $59.99

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Nexus 4 charger" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-nexus-4-charger.png"></P><P>Google has finally put the Nexus 4's official wireless charger on sale for $59.99, with a five-charger limit. The charger uses the Qi wireless technology, which juices up your phone without having to actually plug in the device. So you put it down to charge, pick it

Sonos update bringing favorites improvements, new widget for Android app

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-sonos-android.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge16.png"> <P>Sonos is rolling out an update to both its hardware setups and mobile apps to enable new features today. The first part of the update will come to the Sonos base

Paranoid Android 3 officially released for Nexus line of smartphones and tablets

<P> <IMG class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-150552" alt="Paranoid Android 3" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Paranoid-Android-3-480x700.png" width=480 height=700></P>
<P>One of the real hidden gems in the ROM community has just been updated to become one of the best apps imaginable. For those of you not familiar, Paranoid distinguishes itself from other custom ROMs because of its “Hybrid

Wipeout for Android officially hits the Play Store

<BODY readability="12"><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-150561" alt=Wipeout_Android_3 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-WipeoutAndroid3.jpg" width=512 height=320></P><P>Let’s face it— most of us secretly enjoy watching all those faceplants, falls and general slip-ups found on the classic TV show Wipeout, but you been itching for a chance to partake in that type of competitive glory? Well

Lava launches its first Jelly Bean tablet, the ETab Xtron for Rs 6,499 ($125)

Lava has been hot on the heels of rivals Micromax and Karbonn, and might have finally surpassed the competition in the budget-tablet arena with its latest offering. Lava recently announced the ETab Xtron, the company’s first Android 4.1 Jelly Bean tablet, and is only the second company to release a budget-friendly JB tablet.Here’s a quick specs and features run-down:7-inch IPS display with 1024 x 600 resolution1.5GHz dual-core processorMali 400 GPU1GB RAM8GB internal storage, expandable via

Details of the LG Optimus L7 II, L5 II, and L3 II leak ahead of MWC

<BODY readability="6"><P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-150505" alt=LG_Optimus_L3_II_Leak_01 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-LGOptimusL3IILeak01.jpg" width=580 height=331></P><P>We already know LG will be unveiling a few phones at MWC, and it looks like three of those bad boys will be the L7 II, L5 II, and L3 II. It was about this time last year when the first versions of the L Series were

Google Now shown off in latest Nexus 4 commercial

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Nexus 4" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-nexus40.jpg"></P><P>Google just aired their latest Android-specific commercial during the Grammys (as well as posted it online), and it's all about the Nexus 4 and Google Now. We've long said that Google Now is the killer feature of Android, and tonight's ad pushes that point home. Weather, train

Q&A with Celltick, makers of Active Lock Screen

<P><IMG class="aligncenter wp-image-51112" alt="Active lock screen header" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Active-lock-screen-header.jpg" width=700 height=342>Last week I reviewed a nice little app called Active Lock Screen. It’s a simple, yet very functional lockscreen replacement that brings themes, plugins, and a unique UI. Shortly after publishing my review, I got the chance to have a quick Q&A with Celltick

Sunday, 10 February 2013

Verizon rates apps for “overall experience” on user devices

<BODY readability="4"><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-150455" alt=verizon_app_reviews src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-verizonappreviews-630x374.png" width=630 height=374></P><P>Verizon is hoping to add some value for its customers by helping them rate the value of the apps they run on their smartphones. Rather than rating apps based on things like graphics or usability for a certain task,

Solavei and Ready SIM promise to offer LTE for customers as soon as T-Mobile launches their LTE network

<BODY readability="6"><P><IMG class="aligncenter wp-image-148743" alt="T-Mobile LTE" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-T-Mobile-LTE.jpg" width=564 height=564></P><P>Solavei and Ready SIM, MNVO’s who operate off of T-Mobile’s network, have announced that they want to offer LTE speeds for their customers as soon as T-Mobile’s LTE networks are ready. The problem for the companies like Solavei

Box.com offering 50GB free storage for new users

<BODY readability="2"><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-150469" alt=Box.com_free_50GB_offer src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Boxcomfree50GBoffer-630x551.png" width=630 height=551></P><P>As more and more of us start to truly embrace our mobile devices, it’s only natural that we begin to really take advantage different means to save the different pieces of content on our devices. That’s

Guilt: how bad do you feel about your spending?

<P><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt=Guilt src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-guilt-finance-hero.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge15.png"> <P>It's pretty easy to keep track of purchases based on when they occur and their price, but what if you categorized everything you bought by how guilty it made you feel?

Android powered iPhone getting the green light in Brazil

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-155110" alt=iPhone src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-iPhone.jpg" width=600 height=436> Despite having the most well known version of the iPhone, Apple actually doesn’t own the name iPhone in every country on Earth. This has caused Apple problems in the past, including a well known law suit in China where Apple shelled out $60 million to keep the iPad name. It appears a company in Brazil

New Data Suggests That There Will Be More Mobile Devices Than People Soon… Very Soon

<BODY readability="2"><P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-150441" alt=More_Devices_Than_People src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-MoreDevicesThanPeople.jpeg" width=460 height=300></P><P>We know that more and more people are using devices, but a new report suggests that mobile devices will eventually outnumber the world’s population by the end of 2013. According to a report by Cisco’s Visual

Android engagement paradox again? Opera says Android ad impressions growing, but more engagement from iOS

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-155074" alt="Opera Android engagement" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Opera-Android-engagement.jpg" width=600 height=322></P><P>It’s the Android engagement paradox once again, folks. Remember how analysts once got puzzled with why Android has been on the rise in terms of numbers, but stagnant in terms of user engagement? Well, the phenomenon has manifested once

Anomaly Warzone Earth HD and Anomaly Korea cut prices in half for one week

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-155023" alt="Anomaly Korea" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Anomaly-Korea.jpg" width=600 height=292></P><P>Get two tower defense games for the price of one! Developer 11 bit studios is celebrating “Anomaly Promo Week,” reducing the prices of Android games Anomaly Warzone Earth HD and its sequel, Anomaly Korea, to half for one week. Both games have a normal

International roundup: HTC One, Optimus G Pro, Three's LTE plans and a pink Galaxy Note 2

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w300h250" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-peter-chou-htc-one0.jpg"><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w300h250" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-pink-note20.jpg"><IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w300h250" alt="Android Central"

Saturday, 9 February 2013

Apps of the Week: JuiceSSH, 7x7, Audible for Android and more!

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Apps of the Week" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-appsoftheweek0123.jpeg"></P><P>You shouldn't be surprised at this point that we bring you the apps of the week every Saturday afternoon. What we hope to surprise you with is the variety and quality of the apps we choose. The Android Central writers try their best to find some diamonds in the rough, the

Wordsplosion is a new word game I can't stop playing

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt=Wordsplosion src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-wordsplosion.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge14.png"> <P>If you like word games and want a new challenge, you need to check out Wordsplosion. The game play is easy enough to get a handle on -- you have five chances to guess a five letter

Nexus One Strand-1 satellite to go into orbit, find out whether screams can be heard in space

<P><IMG class="alignnone size-full wp-image-155003" alt=STRaND-1-htc-nexus-one-1 src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-STRaND-1-htc-nexus-one-1.jpg" width=600 height=338></P><P>The HTC-made Nexus One turned out to be the first of many Google-branded Android devices. And while the handset is not commercially available anymore, not to mention officially supported when it comes to the latest Android OS version, it’s still an

Friday, 8 February 2013

LG reportedly moves up Optimus G Pro release date to late February

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-154818" alt=Optimus-G-pro src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-Optimus-G-pro.jpg" width=600 height=334></P><P>The LG Optimus G Pro was first unveiled in Japan last month. Unlike the Japanese variant, which only sports a 5-inch display, the international version – whose final specs and pictures leaked yesterday — will come with a bigger 5.5-inch screen, but still maintain

LG set to unveil new phones on Feb. 25 at Mobile World Congress

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w550h500 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-lg-mwc13-2.jpg"></P><P>Monday, Feb. 25 is the first official day of Mobile World Congress, and things look set to start bright and early in Barcelona with the unveiling of new smartphones by LG. The manufacturer's done its best to drum up publicity for its MWC line-up in recent days, though there's

Deal alert: Nexus 4 goes for $50 on T-Mobile

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-154665" alt=10-again-why-choose-nexus-software src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-10-again-why-choose-nexus-software1.jpg" width=600 height=338></P><P>Just as you’re about to grab the Nexus 4 directly from Google Play today, you found out that it’s sold out yet again. Before you lose all hope of ever owning the handset soon, you may want to look at what T-Mobile is

Vizio Co-Star gets Google TV 3 update, Hisense Pulse to follow soon

The best thing about using cloud-powered devices is the fact that gadgets become better with every update. That’s true for smartphones and tablets (well, in most cases), but also for devices like the Google TVs set top boxes.Today, we’re here to inform you that one of the most competitive Google TV units on the market, the $99 Vizio Co-Star, is getting the update to Google TV version 3.The update brings some bug fixes and performance improvements, but also a couple of nice features, such as

Roller Rally Snake Pass: jump, flip and skate through this great game

We're always fans of well designed, easy to play (but tough to master) games, and Roller Rally - Snake Pass certainly fits the bill. Recently released, Roller Rally takes downhill roller skate racing and puts a fun cartoon twist that makes it a joy to play. Good characters, sound and gameplay all add to the appeal of this title.We want to take a little time to highlight the features of this game, so stick around after the break and check it out.The gameplay of Roller Rally is super simple,

Three UK launches 'Ultrafast' Galaxy S3 with DC-HSDPA support

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-gs3-lte-hero-gcam0.jpg"></P><P>Three UK is marketing its DC-HSDPA and upcoming LTE networks under the the consumer-friendly name "Ultrafast," and today sees the launch of a new Galaxy S3 variant intended to take advantage of this network. Three's Ultrafast Galaxy S3 is identical to the

Real Boxing on Project Shield looks like a knock-out

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Real Boxing" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-real-boxing.png"></P><P>NVIDIA has posted another Project Shield teaser, this time showing off the controls of the clamshell playing Real Boxing -- an unreleased title for the Tegra platform. </P><P>Real Boxing looks like a smash hit in the making. A full career mode, mini-games to build your

LG Nexus 4 8GB model out of stock at U.S. Google Play store once again

<P><IMG class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-154828" alt=lg-n4-stock src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-lg-n4-stock.jpg" width=600 height=310></P><P>Just when it was looking like Google and LG had solved the LG Nexus 4 stock shortage problems for good, it seems that the Nexus 4 8GB model is out of stock in the United States once more.</P><P>Unlike the times before, the Nexus 4 managed to stay in stock for a

Thursday, 7 February 2013

Featured Android App Review: Open Garden [Communication & Tethering]

I had heard about Open Garden a while ago, but I never got around to actually trying it. If you haven’t heard of it before, it creates a wireless mesh network among all devices using the app. Think of crowd sourcing the internet. I think everyone of us dreams of the day where an internet connection is available virtually anywhere and that’s what Open Garden hopes to achieve. Open Garden allows you to share your data connection from your phone with your tablet, desktop, or laptop, but more

3G-capable Nexus 7 hits Japan this Saturday

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Android Central" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-nexus-7-hands-on-35.jpg"></P><P>Hot on the heels of the Nexus 10, the Wifi+3G version of Google's Nexus 7 tablet is set to go on sale in Japan in a couple of days. Like its big brother, the Nexus 7 3G has been available elsewhere since late 2012, but until this month there had been no official Japanese

Motorola Electrify M on US Cellular receiving Jelly Bean OTA

The Motorola Electrify M, which has only been available on U.S. Cellular since November, is getting its Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update starting today. The update should be similar to what we've seen come out on other recent Motorola devices, taking Jelly Bean and putting some very light, but useful, customizations on top of it. You'll be getting Google Now, Project Butter and expandable notifications as well as Motorola's own tweaks.As is usually the case, large updates like this roll out in

Plume for Twitter updates widget design, adds new features

<IMG class="lightbox2 imagecache-w680h550 aligncenter" alt="Plume Widget" src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-plume-new-widget.jpg"></P><IMG src="http://myandroidgadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/wpid-getitonplaylogolarge11.png"> <P>Plume for Twitter updated its main app to closely tie into Android's new design guidelines many months ago, but its widget still lacked the new visual holo flare

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