What's killing your battery? Android's top 10 performance-sapping apps
Is your phone or tablet battery constantly reduced to a sliver of red on the screen? New research has found the worst performance-draining apps on Android devices, and Facebook is the biggest culprit.
Snipe your way to victory in 'Contract Killer: Sniper'
Glu, the developer behind a number of popular mobile games, has released 'Contract Killer: Sniper' today. The game, which is the third in the series thus far, puts you in the shoes of a master assassin who is tasked with offing a number of high-profile targets.
MONZO From Madfinger Lets You Assemble Fake Revell Model Kits For Real Money (Lots Of Money)
The idea behind MONZO , a sort of simulator for Revell-branded plastic model kits, is actually pretty cool. You "open" a kit, read through a paginated, simplified version of the instructions, then "assemble" digital analogs of the real pieces from the kit. The 3D model of the,…
The Moto Maxx is real but only for Latin America for now
Dreams still do come true, it seems. At least some parts of it. Motorola has just announced the existence of the Moto Maxx and it is everything we have heard … Continue reading
Google places third in new brand rankings
After having ranked second this fall in Interbrand 's rankings, Google has earned itself the third top spot on the competing Forbes' ratings. Google trails Apple, whose coveted products are able to command a price premium, and Microsoft. According to Forbes, Google's strengths with…
OnePlus wants to sell one million smartphones by the end of 2014
OnePlus has had its ups and downs throughout 2014, but as we reach the end of the year, the company still has high hopes for the intriguing OnePlus One. The Android smartphone was initially available only to consumers who managed to secure an invite, but OnePlus opened sales to the public for a…
[Deal Alert] Unlocked Samsung Galaxy Note 3 (SM-N900A) On Sale For $369.99 Through eBay Daily Deals
It might not be the latest and greatest anymore, but the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 is on sale today for the reasonable price of $369.99. That would be a good deal all by itself, but this is also an unlocked device. This phone is model SM-N900A, which is the AT&T variant. That means it supports…
Moto X 2014 leaks with Android 5.0 Lollipop, includes updated camera software
This time last year, the 2013 Motorola Moto X was the very first phone to receive the Android 4.4 KitKat update, which just so happened to beat Google's own Nexus 4. Thanks to images and information we've obtained, it seems highly likely that Motorola is on track for another speedy upgrade,…
Chromecast headed south of the border for 699 pesos
In addition to snagging the Moto Maxx later this month , folks in Mexico will now be able to pick up a Chromecast from local retailers starting tomorrow. The streaming stick will set you back 699 pesos, and will be available from Best Buy, Liverpool, and Linea stores.
Yes, WhatsApp now has blue checks for read messages
WhatsApp is worth billions of dollars, and there seems to be a good reason for that: many of you are using it, at least according to the flood of tips we are now getting. Today on the backend for WhatsApp they have evidently thrown a switch to make the double checks blue for when someone reads your…
The Android 5.0 Nexus Rollout Might Be On Hold Because Of A Serious WiFi Battery Drain Bug
If you follow Artem on Google+ or check Reddit, you probably saw him discussing the likelihood that Google has dela yed updating Nexus devices to Android 5.0 . This was originally slated to begin November 3rd, but now the date we're hearing is November 12th. There's no official word, but it…
Unlocked Sony Xperia Z3 with AT&T / T-Mobile support now available direct from Sony
You can now buy an unlocked Sony Xperia Z3 direct from Sony for $680. The unlocked model supports both AT&T and T-Mobile 4G/LTE bands and comes without carrier bloatware.
The Chromecast Will Be Available In Mexico Starting Tomorrow, November 6th For 699 Pesos
According to Android Police's traffic data, less than 1% of the people who visit our site do so from Mexico. But that 1% is having a really good day today: in addition to getting news of the Moto Maxx (a non-Verizon version of the high-powered DROID Turbo) coming to Mexico, you'll soon be…
Android turns 7: Happy Birthday to the little green bot
Seven years. That's how long Android has been in existence. Or technically, the Open Handset Alliance that gave birth to Android. Although we didn't get the very first stable Android … Continue reading
Congressional committee meeting to discuss privacy in wake of recent nude leaks
A congressional advisory committee will be taking the initial step Thursday to discuss the legal ramifications of protecting Internet privacy . Prompted by the recent hacks resulting in the leak of nude photos of celebrities like the high profile case involving actress Jennifer Lawrence , the…
Dell has Windows, Android devices with 3D cameras slated for 2015
Dell's Venue 8 7000 -- set to arrive later on this month -- won't be the company's only device with 3D cameras, it has revealed. Both Android and Windows devices equipped with 3D cameras will be arriving throughout next year, according to the vice president of Dell's tablet group…
One sweeping infographic breaks down the entire 7-year history of Android
In November of 2007, Google established the Open Handset Alliance and revealed that Android would be its very first product. Seven years later, Google's mobile operating system seems unstoppable, dominating nearly every major market in the world. By allowing its open OS to proliferate, Google…
42 Best New Android Apps And Live Wallpapers From The Last 2 Weeks (10/22/14 - 11/5/14)
Welcome to the roundup of the best new Android applications, games, and live wallpapers that went live in the Play Store or were spotted by us in the previous 2 weeks or so. Please wait for this page to load in full in order to see the widgets, which include ratings and pricing info. Looking for the…
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