• Firefox Stable Hits v34 With Chromecast Mirroring, Updated Theme, And More

  Mozilla has rolled a new version of Firefox out to the Android browser's stable channel, bringing with it screen mirroring and a few other goodies. This isn't the first time some of this has popped up in Firefox, but being the stable channel, it all works now. Here's the full…

• Trapster is calling it quits, service shutting down by end of the year

  It was a good run, but after 7 years Trapster is finally calling it quits. Will officially shut its doors by the end of the year.

• Puzzlephone challenges Project Ara with a modular twist

  While Google is still experimenting with the idea of building smartphones out of modular components, we're already seeing some challengers to the concept. Project Ara won't be out until some time next year and we've already reported on Vsenn , one challenger to the idea, and now…

• Galaxy Note 4 or Note Edge: Which should you buy?

  Two Galaxy Notes with many similarities, but one big difference — we're going to help you decide which to buy When Samsung refreshed the Galaxy Note series this year, it gave people an interesting decision to make — Note 4 , or Note Edge . With so many similar hardware specs, design elements…

• Google to take responsibility for collecting VAT for EU app sales

  If you're a developer selling apps in a European Union member country, there will be some changes in the way taxes are handled on your apps and in-app purchases. In response to some changes to Value-Added Tax (VAT) laws in the EU, Google will be responsible for calculating and remitting VAT for…

• Google isn't the only one making a modular smartphone

  It looks like Google's modular Project Ara smartphone has some fresh competition. Circular Devices has been working on the Puzzlephone, a simpler take on Android phones that you can upgrade yourself. Instead of letting you replace things piece-by-pie...

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• Android Distribution Numbers For December: KitKat Gains, Lollipop Not On The Board Yet

  The numbers are in - the Android version distribution numbers, that is. This month's update shows no surprising change in trends, with KitKat adoption growing 3.7% over last month . Jelly Bean continues its net decline, this month losing 2.2% of the pie. Ice Cream Sandwich fell 0.7%, as did…

• Hackers leak unreleased Sony Pictures movies after massive data heist

  Hackers hit Sony Pictures last week and managed to find various assets in the studio's network — including high-quality screener copies of various movies that haven't even been released yet — and made them available on torrent sites well ahead of their official launch. Engadget reports,.…

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• Android distribution numbers: no Lollipop yet

  When checking out a new app, you'll typically see a disclaimer that your device must be running a newer Android version, typically 4.0 or better. Unless you have a newer flagship device, you might even wonder if you're running a version that can support the app in question. With Google's newly…

• Aralon, Clash Of Puppets, And Slingshot Racing Join Humble Crescent Moon Mobile Bundle—And We Have 10 Codes To Give Away!

  The Crescent Moon Mobile Bundle was already an impressive collection of DRM-free Android gaming goodness when it hit the web a week ago, and now it's even better. The ten included games (four of which making their Android debuts) have been joined by three more—Aralon: Sword and Shadow, Clash…

• KitKat now running on one-third of active devices, Jelly Bean share drops under 50 percent

  Google has released its monthly report on what version of Android active devices are running, showing small movements across the board. KitKat has passed the milestone of now running on one-third of all active devices, with 33.9 percent total share, up from 30.2 last month . Jelly Bean collectively…

• [Deal Alert] Amazon Fire TV Down To $69 ($30 Off) For Cyber Monday

  Amazon is bringing out the big guns this Cyber Monday. The $99 Fire TV streaming box is already a good deal, but now it's on sale for just $69. To save that $30, you have to place your order today. The Fire TV runs Amazon's modified version of Android, giving it access to all the apps and…

• iBOLT miniPro Window/Dash Kit review

  This mount stays where you put it I haven't used a window mount for my phone before. Mainly because the ones for my GPS units over the years have fallen down - a lot. But when the iBolt miniPro Dash Kit came up for review, I knew I should finally get over my fear of falling and try it. I've…

• Huawei claims 'nobody made any money in Windows Phone'

  Huawei revealed earlier this year that it was creating a dual-booting Windows Phone and Android handset for the US, before  ditching its plans a short time later . While the Chinese manufacturer never explained its backtracking, it's making its feeling for Windows Phone clear this week. In an …

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• Take control of your display settings in Android Lollipop

  It's all about that big screen The display is the most important user-facing part of any smartphone, Android or otherwise. Every time we send a message, compose an email, or play a game, we use the display for all it's worth. The folks who make our phones and tablets know this, and most…

• Pioneer AppRadio 4 With Apple CarPlay Review

   If you want Apple's CarPlay in-car smartphone system in your automobile, you can either buy a brand new car, or you can opt for one of the aftermarket solutions currently available. I opted for the Pioneer AppRadio 4, which supports CarPlay as well as Pioneer's own software for use with iOS…

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• Nova Launcher 3.3 With Android Lollipop-Style App Drawer Goes Stable

  Nova is a homescreen launcher replacement that doesn't look like one, an option that feels about as close to stock as anything non-stock can—except immediately following the release of a new version of Android. During that time, Nova looks slightly dated, harking back to a distant past…

• Android continues to lord over the smartphone biz

  More than a billion Android handsets are expected to ship by year's end, easily outpacing the 178 million iPhones hitting store shelves, new data from IDC shows.

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• T-Mobile knocks $50 off a Nexus 6 for Cyber Monday

  If you missed out on picking up a Nexus 6 from the Play Store earlier today, you can grab one from T-Mobile for $50 off (32GB or 64GB versions).

• Gift-a-day Giveaway: 20 prizes including Nexus phones, tablets, and smart watches!

  Today we're announcing the Phandroid Gift-a-Day Giveaway! This is the biggest giveaway that we've ever attempted. What that means for you is more chances than ever to win awesome gifts from 'ol Santa Droid.