software
ASUS Knows how to do Updates, Releases Android 4.2 to the Transformer Pad TF300T
March 4, 2013 | Vincent Messina
If there’s one OEM who has been great at keeping their devices up-to-date with the latest version of Android, it’s ASUS. Today, they reiterated their dedication by being the first OEM to roll out Android 4.2 to a non-Nexus tablet. Read More
Android Releases Official Changelog for Android 4.2, Jelly Bean
February 20, 2013 | Vincent Messina
While Google gladly gave us Android 4.2, they failed to provide any official full length changelog. While the Android collective was able to decipher the majority of improvements and features, many wondered what else we could be missing? Well, wonder no more, as Google has released the official changelog for Android 4.2, detailing everything and anything under the Jelly Bean sun. Read More
The HTC One is Here, but will it Save HTC?
February 19, 2013 | Vincent Messina
There’s no denying the fact that HTC has fallen from the good graces of the Android community and gone are the days of its once Nexus One royalty status. As sales, profits, and reputation continue to tank, HTC looks for a Hail Mary pass to get them out of the hole they’ve dug themselves into. That Hail Mary pass is the HTC One. Read More
Teaching an old dog new Tricks: Galaxy Note (N7000) now Being Treated to Android 4.1.2
February 18, 2013 | Vincent Messina
The device that started a phablet phenomenon is getting a new lease on life thanks to the Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean update. That’s right, I’m talking about the original Samsung Galaxy Note getting Jelly Bean! Read More
Touch Developer Preview of Ubuntu to be Available for the Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 4 Starting Feb. 21
February 15, 2013 | Vincent Messina
If for some reason you purchased a Galaxy Nexus or Nexus 4 because you hate Android and were hoping to one day install Ubuntu on it, then February 21st will be your lucky day. 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
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
Android 4.2.2 Slowly Rolling out to GSM Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 4, 7, and 10 Devices
February 12, 2013 | Vincent Messina
Android 4.2.2 has been slowly rolling out to a number of Nexus device since yesterday. If you’re holding onto a GSM Galaxy Nexus, Nexus 4, Nexus 7, or Nexus 10, then you’re going to want to keep an eye out for the update if you haven’t already received it. Read More
Gingerbread Steadily Declining as Android 4.0+ Nears 50-percent Adoption
February 5, 2013 | Vincent Messina
It’s that time again. The time when we get to see what percentage of Android devices are running which versions of Android. This data is extremely useful to developers and great statistical fodder for us bloggers. 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
