News, reviews and articles that are related to the topic of Android devices, operating system or applications.
While the Google Play Store is evolving slowly, one of the biggest pains is the way that it displays all the apps installed on a device in a set of pages. If you have a look above, I’ve got eleven pages of apps installed on my Thinkpad Tablet. Reviewing my apps means clicking on the […]
Seidio’s OBEX case for the Samsung Galaxy S3 will keep your Android smartphone protected from dust, water and drops. The OBEX is made of durable materials that will not interfere with radio signals, Bluetooth or NFC (Near Field Communication). Its drop protection exceeds military standards and the built in screen protector protects the display without hindering
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When I saw that you could get a non-contract phone plan with unlimited calling, data and texts for $19/month, it was an easy decision to jump in. republic wireless can offer this deal because it uses both the cellular network and WiFi, something they call hybrid calling, to route your calls and data. This is perfect
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Available from PowerA, the MOGA is a Bluetooth-enabled gaming controller made to support Bluetooth-enabled Android 2.3+ smartphones and tablets. With dual analog sticks, shoulder triggers and 4 buttons, you’ll have full control over your favourite games. It can be used as a standalone controller with your tablet, or your phone can sit into the
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Memoto is a Swedish company that has created a wearable life logging gadget and is seeking funding through a Kickstarter project. Actually they reached their $50,000 funding goal in less than 24hrs and are already past $165,000 in pledges. So what exactly is a Memoto? It’s a postage stamp sized 5MP camera that snaps an
Memoto logs your life by snapping a photo every 30 seconds Read More
If you follow our ramblings, you’ll know that Julie and I both love our Eye-Fi cards (see Related Items below). The biggest issue is that they only come in set memory sizes (not a big issue because of the continuous memory function). The PQI Air gives you the WiFi functionality to be able to browse images from your camera
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With Halloween just around the corner, here are a few spooky cases from myBat for your iPhone 4/4S and Samsung Galaxy S3 to consider. These cases have a two layer design that includes a soft rubberized base skin and then a hard plastic snap-on cover that provides the spooky details. Choose from the Spiderbite or the Skullcap
MyBat iPhone and Samsung Galaxy S3 cases are spooky Read More
What do you get when you take a smartphone and a tablet and put them in a dark room with some Barry White music on the stereo? A bouncing baby Phablet, that’s what. Phablet’s are becoming pretty popular lately. Just look at the oversized smartphones like the Samsung GALAXY Note and Note 2. But what
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J&R is offering the official Flip Cover for the Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone in two colors. The cover replaces the phone’s battery cover with a hard plastic shell, and there’s a soft plastic and felt cover that folds around to protect the screen. The cover folds back out of the way when you want
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The Australian Google Play Store has just made magazines available to Aussie Android Googlers. Australia’s three biggest magazine publishers have already signed up to the service: Bauer Media’s newly-acquired ACP Magazines, Seven West Media’s Pacific Magazines and News Limited’s NewsLifeMedia. ACP, the No 1 publisher, will initially sell digital editions of 17 of its titles
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Logitech has announced their latest Bluetooth keyboard, the K810. This keyboard has been optimized for Windows 8, but it works with other Windows, iOS, and Android devices. The K810 has an aluminum body with a backlit keyboard with variable illumination and sensors that can detect when your hands are approaching and turn the lighting on.
Logitech announces the Bluetooth Illuminated Keyboard K810, optimized for Windows 8 Read More
A week from tomorrow (10/23) Apple will be announcing the iPad Mini tablet. At least that’s the rumor. A reliable rumor, but until it happens, it’s still a rumor. So here’s my question for you. Do you plan to buy the iPad Mini as soon as you possibly can? Will you stand in line for
Do you plan to buy the Apple iPad Mini? Read More
I’m a bit fussy about the cases for my devices. They mustn’t add too much bulk or weight, they mustn’t cover the bezel, and they must have some sort of stand functionality. Well it looks like The Ridge from Devicewear might meet all my criteria. Adding on only 7 mm and 4.2 ounces, the folio-style case allows
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Those of you who have followed my posts will know that my first tablet was the original Samsung Galaxy Tab 7″. I thought this was a fantastic form factor: slim, light and portable. It was so convenient with its 3G slot, and because of its small size, you could even throw it into your back
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If you enjoy drawing, doodling or note taking with a stylus on your tablet, you’ve probably run into the issue of not being able to rest your entire hand on the display while drawing. Although some note taking and drawing apps have a palm rejection feature, most do not. For those that don’t, I have
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I’ve been using X10 products to remotely and automatically control some of the lights and appliances in my house for years. Insteon is the next generation of X10-compatible devices sold by SmartHome. I’ve been considering updating the devices in my house to take advantage of the new technology, so I thought I’d start with
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Samsung seems to be on a roll with their last few devices. The Samsung Galaxy S3, Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 and now here comes the Galaxy Note II. This 8 minute video highlights some of the features that this smartphone / tablet hybrid have to offer. With a 1.6 GHz quad-core processor, 4G, Jelly Bean
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Want a case for your Nexus 7, iPad 2/3 or Kindle Keyboard that’s just that little bit different? Treegloo might be for you. Custom-made and handcrafted using environmentally friendly and sustainable materials, Treegloo offers 10+ cover colors, 27 interior designs, 6 frame finishes and 4 closure options. Creating a unique case that fits your personality shouldn’t be too
Treegloo Nexus 7 Case – Woodn’t you like one? Read More
Real TomTom employees in Amsterdam were filmed doing the robot dance to celebrate the fact that their navigation app is now available for Android. Their app has been available for iOS devices for quite a while, but now Android smartphone users will get a chance to try it. Why would you want to use TomTom
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I’ve been busy finding useful accessories for my Samsung Galaxy S3. The first item I went searching for, was a protective cover. After trying three different ones, my favorite is the elago Breathe cover which helps protect the camera lens and adds grip without also adding a lot of bulk. The next item I looked
RND Power Solutions Deluxe Cradle/Desktop Docking Station for Samsung Galaxy S3 Review Read More