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HTC building the next, and possibly last Nexus tablet?
HTC building the next, and possibly last Nexus tablet?
According to a new report, HTC is potentially building the next Nexus tablet, and impressive device that could be the last in Google's line of reference devices. 23 Jun 2014 - 1 comment
Nokia reveals Z Launcher, a smart home screen replacement for Android
Nokia reveals Z Launcher, a smart home screen replacement for Android
Nokia has surprised the market this week unveiling their new 'Z Launcher' for Android devices. 21 Jun 2014
Geohot is back - This time with a root tool for nearly every Android device out there
Geohot is back - This time with a root tool for nearly every Android device out there
George Hotz (aka geohot) is back with a vengeance, releasing a new root tool that can be effectively used on all Android devices including the unrootable Samsung Galaxy S5 for Verizon and AT&T. 17 Jun 2014 - 10 comments
Chinese government reveals Microsoft's Android patents
Chinese government reveals Microsoft's Android patents
Microsoft, who has long licensed its patents to Android OEMs and takes a piece of almost every Android device made, has now had those mystery patents revealed by the Chinese government. 17 Jun 2014 - 3 comments
Amazon Appstore reaches 240,000 apps
Amazon Appstore reaches 240,000 apps
Amazon has released a quick press item today, boasting about the growth of its curated Amazon Appstore. 17 Jun 2014
Microsoft Web Outlook app requires KitKat and Office 365 business
Microsoft Web Outlook app requires KitKat and Office 365 business
Microsoft has announced the launch of a beta version of its Outlook Web App (OWA) for Android available now in the Google Play Store. 13 Jun 2014
VLC for iOS, Android getting Chromecast support
VLC for iOS, Android getting Chromecast support
VLC, one of the most popular media players for desktop and mobile devices, is on the verge of getting Google Chromecast support. 11 Jun 2014 - 1 comment
New Rovio RPG 'Angry Birds Epic' coming this week to iOS, Android
New Rovio RPG 'Angry Birds Epic' coming this week to iOS, Android
Rovio fans need no longer wait for the launch of the turn-based RPG 'Angry Birds Epic,' as the casual gaming company says the new game will reach iOS and Android on June 12th. 10 Jun 2014 - 1 comment
Netflix on Android gets 'Post Play', Chromecast will soon
Netflix on Android gets 'Post Play', Chromecast will soon
Netflix has brought its 'Post Play' functionality to Android phones and tablets after it was well received on other platforms. 07 Jun 2014 - 1 comment
Aereo for Android gets Chromecast support
Aereo for Android gets Chromecast support
Aereo has updated their Android app to add support for Google's HDMI dongle Chromecast, as expected. 06 Jun 2014
Rovio reveals more about 'Stella' Angry Birds spinoff game
Rovio reveals more about 'Stella' Angry Birds spinoff game
Earlier this year, Rovio did a quick teaser about their upcoming Angry Birds spinoff game Stella, and this week they have revealed more of the characters and a bit more of the gameplay. 04 Jun 2014 - 1 comment
Android malware encrypts files on SD card, demands ransom payment
Android malware encrypts files on SD card, demands ransom payment
ESET has identified the first form of ransonware for Android that actually encrypts personal files on the device's memory card and won't decrypt them unless a ransom is paid. 04 Jun 2014 - 7 comments
Asus shows off new 5-in-1 hybrid Transformer Book V
Asus shows off new 5-in-1 hybrid Transformer Book V
Asus has used Computex to unveil their new crazy Transformer Book V (Roman numeral for five), a Windows laptop that is also a tablet and has a detachable Android phone. 03 Jun 2014
Report: Microsoft preparing line of Android phones
Report: Microsoft preparing line of Android phones
According to BGR, Microsoft is preparing a line of Android-based smartphones to complement their Windows Phones. 21 May 2014 - 2 comments
Chart of the Day: A great look into how Apple and Google became a smartphone duopoly
Chart of the Day: A great look into how Apple and Google became a smartphone duopoly
PayPal president David Marcus posted a great chart today via his Twitter feed that we feel deserved a little more attention. 26 Apr 2014
Google's hotel and restaurant search integrated to Android
Google's hotel and restaurant search integrated to Android
Google has updated its search engine for Android, better integrating the company's hotel and restaurant search features. 26 Apr 2014
Android tops activations in U.S. during Q1
Android tops activations in U.S. during Q1
Google's Android operating system rose above Apple's iOS with 53 percent of activations in the United States during Q1 of this year. 19 Apr 2014 - 3 comments
Google's Chrome Remote Desktop launches for Android allowing for remote access to your PCs anywhere
Google's Chrome Remote Desktop launches for Android allowing for remote access to your PCs anywhere
In 2011, Google launched their Chrome Remote Desktop extension, allowing users to gain access to their machines from other notebooks and desktops, securely. 18 Apr 2014
Android app security gets upgrade with malware installation scans from Google
Android app security gets upgrade with malware installation scans from Google
Google is making installing apps on your Android device a bit more secure by offering malware scans during installation for apps installed from outside of the Google Play Store. 12 Apr 2014
Nikon is updating its Android digital camera line
Nikon is updating its Android digital camera line
Nikon will be updating last year's first try at an Android point-and-shoot digital camera, showing off the new Coolpix S810C. 11 Apr 2014
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