WhatsApp rolls out end-to-end encryption using TextSecure code
The most recent update to WhatsApp's Android app includes a surprising feature: strong end-to-end encryption, enabled by default. It's the strongest security any major texting app has offered, even compared with similar tools from giants like Google, Microsoft, and Apple. WhatsApp partnered…
Google Play Services Update Adds Trusted Places Feature To Lollipop's Smart Lock
Smart Lock in Lollipop encompasses both trusted face and trusted devices, but a new option is joining the party—trusted places. The latest Google Play Services for Lollipop devices is adding this option to the menu automagically. Just choose a trusted place, and your phone will remain unlocked…
Amazon Plays Catch-Up, Adds A Private Mode To The Kindle Fire's Silk Browser
Until now, Amazon's Kindle and Fire devices have lacked one important feature that sets them far behind their Android counterparts: porn. Wait, that's not true, there's tons of porn on Amazon, you can hardly look on the bookstore without seeing self-published Harlequin-style short…
[No, It's Not Lollipop] T-Mobile LG G Flex Getting OTA Update To Enable VoLTE And In-Flight Texting
T-Mobile's VoLTE rollout is continuing full steam ahead , and today, the Uncarrier is giving more customers access to it thanks to a new software update for LG's mammoth G Flex. Beginning November 17 , the LG G Flex will have a software update to Android KitKat 4.4.2/SWV20s that turn on…
Save up to 63% on PNY microSD cards today at Amazon
If you like saving money (and who doesn't?) Amazon has a one-day deal on a number of memory and mobile power products from PNY. Prices in this collection of products have been cut by between 30% and 85%, with microSD cards prices cut by as much as 63%.
Siri vs. Google Now vs. Cortana: The Ultimate Voice Control Showdown
In the months since Windows Phone 8.1 showed up complete with its voice assistant, Android Lollipop and iOS 8 have arrived, so it's time to pit our phone-friends against each other again. Voice control is better than ever. Read more...
Video: The world's fastest keyboard just set a new record on the iPhone 6 Plus
Fleksy, the holder of the Guinness World Records title for the world's fastest smartphone keyboard is now even faster, the company on Tuesday announced. Fleksy, initially available on Android, is also a popular iOS 8 keyboard application and the company used the iPhone 6 Plus to shatter its…
Nokia's Z Launcher Blasts Into The Play Store With Its Contextual Predictions And Letter Scribbling
Earlier this year, Nokia surprised everyone by developing an interesting Android app called Z Launcher. Back then, it was only available for beta participants as an APK download on Nokia's website. Today, along with its Android N1 tablet announcement at Slush 2014, the company has revealed…
Nexus 6 up for pre-order through Vodafone and Clove in the UK, first 500 get a free Moto 360 [Updated]
We've already covered Nexus 6 pre-orders going live in the UK at a few retailers, but now Vodafone has commenced taking orders for the latest Nexus device. Plans start from £44.50 a month with no upfront fee, or £39.50 if you don't mind paying £19 to receive the handset.
Nokia Z Launcher goes into open beta and finds a home in Google Play
With the announcement of Nokia's very first Android tablet, the company also had some other great news to share this morning. The Nokia Z Launcher is now in open beta and available for download via the Google Play Store.
Google Play Music All Access Now Available In Brazil
Brazilian readers have had access to Google's music story and cloud song storage for only a couple of months , but it looks like they now have access to the subscription music service as well. Brazil has been added to the list of countries with access to, uh, All Access, and at least one Google+…
These ultra-thin LG G3 hard cases are marked down 49% today!
The SURFACE Case with kickstand by Seidio is the perfect LG G3 hard case; combining a super-slim design, protective outer shell and a magnetic kickstand for convenient viewing. The exterior even features a custom soft coating that provides additional grip to help prevent accidental drops. Get yours…
With phones in its past, Nokia cranks out a $250 Android tablet
Having sold off its handset business to Microsoft, Nokia gets into the tablet game with the new N1.
Nokia Store to be replaced by Opera on Nokia X mobile devices
Opera has today announced the company has signed a deal with Microsoft to see its Opera Mobile Store replace Nokia's portal as the default hub for apps and games on select hardware. Nokia feature phones, Symbian, as well as Nokia X mobile devices will be affected by the switch, which will…
Google Play Services 6.5 Rolling Out Now With Granular SDK Dependencies And New Features In Fit, Maps, Drive, And Wallet [APK Download]
Most of us don't want to think of Android without Google Play services. There's a good reason for that, without all of the tools Google offers, we would miss out on features like push notifications, integrated maps, and even newer things like Google Fit. Developers keep asking for more and…
Google's Nexus 6 is now available to pre-order in the UK
It's been a little over a month since the Nexus 6 was unveiled, and now the super-sized Android smartphone is nearly ready to make its UK debut. The 32GB 'Midnight Blue' model is now available to pre-order from Amazon, or you can reserve one through...
Motorola's latest Spotlight story is a beautiful tale
If you've got a Moto X or second-generation Moto G , take a few minutes this morning and enjoy the latest Spotlight Story. Dubbed "Duet," and from Disney animator Glen Keane, it's a fun little take that starts out with a couple bare baby butts and follows the crazy kids through…
[Deal Alert] PNY MicroSD Cards (16GB-64GB) And Portable Battery Packs (Under $30) Discounted On Amazon Today Only
We know a good number of you rely heavily on microSD cards. Cloud storage is nice, but they serve as something different, perhaps supplementary to physical memory expansion. So if you're in the market for some more cards to stick into your phones or tablets, Amazon has no shortage of flash…
Calling all Android Developers: Take the Vision Mobile Developer Economics Survey and win!
If you're a developer, take this 10-minute survey and you could win some really great prizes! It's that time of year again, and our friends at Vision Mobile need 10 minutes of your time to participate in the 8th edition of their Developer Economics Survey . If you're not familiar with…
Nokia Z Launcher now available via Google Play
If the Nokia N1 tablet weren't enough to get you excited about Nokia again, they've also announced their launcher will be coming to Android fans via a public beta. The Z Launcher, which will come preloaded on the N1 tablet, has come out of a private beta session, and is now on the Play Store.…
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