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Google Doodles add a bit of Visual Variety to Google Now
February 15, 2013 | Vincent Messina
After going over some of the new features in Google Now, one visual change has those of us outside of major metro areas quite happy. That change? Google Doodles! Now, instead of the generic Google Now background image, we’re treated to the same featured Google Doodle of the day as you see on the web. Read More
Google now Pointing Consumers to T-Mobile Locations Where They can Overpay for a Nexus 4
February 14, 2013 | Vincent Messina
Do you enjoy overpaying for your devices? Well then you’re in luck! Google will shamelessly help you get ripped off by hunting down the nearest T-Mobile retailer where you can go pay $549.99 for the same Nexus 4 you can get on the Play store for $349. Read More
The Internship Movie Trailer to Debut During Live Google+ Hangout With Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson
February 13, 2013 | Vincent Messina
Okay, this really isn’t Android news, but it’s still worth a look. If you haven’t heard, there’s a movie starring Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson in which the dynamic duo find themselves playing the part of two Google interns. The movie, which is aptly named The Internship, aims to bring us a closer look into life at the Googleplex, and of course, some classic Vaughn/Owen comedy. Read More
Gartner Q4 2012: Android Grew 87.8 Percent Worldwide, Leaving iOS in the Dust
February 13, 2013 | Vincent Messina
Which mobile operating system grew 87.8 percent worldwide in Q4 of 2012? You know the answer! According to Gartner (and every other source in the world) Android completely destroyed iOS in worldwide market share during Q4 2012. Is it really necessary for us to brag? Sure it is! Read More
Samsung Sticking With Three Button Layout for the Galaxy S IV According to Korean Press
February 13, 2013 | Vincent Messina
According to the Korean press DDaily, Samsung will be sticking with the same three button layout design as the Samsung Galaxy S III. You can’t really blame Samsung considering all the Galaxy S III devices they’ve sold since launch (which is a lot!). Read More
The HTC One Will Apparently Feature Lots of Lens Flare
February 13, 2013 | Vincent Messina
HTC has officially started the countdown (literally) to their February 19 event in which they will unveil the HTC One to the world. Read More
Amazon Matches Wirefly by Offering the HTC DROID DNA for $49.99 to New Customers
February 12, 2013 | Vincent Messina
Yesterday, Wirefly dropped the price of the HTC DROID DNA on Verizon to $49.99 for new customers. Today, Amazon Wireless is doing the same. Amazon doesn’t take too kind to being out-discounted and thus has matched Wirefly’s deal for all new customers. Read More
Did the Android 4.2.2 Update Improve the Battery Life of the Nexus 7 by 2 Hours?
February 12, 2013 | Vincent Messina
While you search for what’s new and improved in Android 4.2.2, why not take a quick look at the official Nexus 7 specs listed on Google Play. What’s that? You don’t understand? Well, it appears Google has upped the battery life of the Nexus 7 from 8 hours of active use to 10 hours. This change comes in conjunction with the Android 4.2.2 update.
Coincidence? Read More
Watch Episodes of Pokémon While on the go With Pokémon TV for Android
February 12, 2013 | Vincent Messina
If you’re a Pokémon fan looking to catch a few episodes while on the go, then we have the perfect app for you. Pokémon TV just hit the Play store and offers a wide range of episodes chock full of Ash, Pikachu, and all their wild and crazy friends. Read More
Reviews
Urban Armor Gear LG G4 Case Review
June 23, 2015 | Vincent Messina
The Urban Armor Gear series of cases for the LG G4 aim to protect and serve your mobile device in a virtual blanket of, well, urban armor. Designed from a patented lightweight composite consisting of a hard outer shell and a soft impact resistant core, this dual layer defense not only meets military drop-test standards (MIL STD 810G 516.6), but looks good doing it. Now, before I go into more detail, let it be know that I have always been more of an au naturel device kind of guy, but after a bit of time with the Ash colored LG G4 Urban Armor Case, I can tell you that this case won’t be coming off any time soon.
Device Review: Droid Turbo, This is the Droid You’re Looking For
January 31, 2015 | Keyan X
The DROID brand deserves the majority of credit for the amount of early success that the Android operating system had in 2009 and 2010. From the original Motorola DROID to the original DROID Incredible, this was the brand of phones that people flocked to if they wanted a phone outside of the iPhone, not just because of a great marketing campaign, but because these were top of the line phones. Ask most of the readers on this site which phone got them started on Android, and you shouldn’t be surprised to hear them say, “The OG DROID.” It’s an iconic phone that helped launch Android to the top.
MOGA Gaming Controller [Review]
February 11, 2013 | Vincent Messina
It’s no secret that I enjoying gaming. I may not get to do it as much as I used to, but I still enjoy it when I can. That’s why I’m always experimenting with ways to improve my gaming experience on Android. Read More
