• Santa Tracker returns with new games, Android Wear and Chromecast support

  With the holidays around the corner, Santa and his elves are returning for another year and Google has updated its Santa Tracker app for 2014 with some additional features. This year, the updated app comes with new games alongside integration for Android Wear and Chromecast support.

• Google Santa Tracker updated for 2014 with new mini games and Android Wear support

  Google's fun-for-all-ages Santa Tracker app has officially been updated for 2014. The update introduces new mini games, better Chromecast support and even Android Wear integration.

• Verizon celebrates (RED) with a new Blaze Red LG G3, free on-contract for Cyber Monday

  Verizon has revealed an all new (RED) LG G3, using a "Blaze Red" finish, and it's free for Cyber Monday with a two-year contract.

• Glide raises $20 million for mobile video messaging platform

  The new money will be used to continue development of the company's Android and iOS messaging apps, as well as to develop apps for Apple Watch and Android Wear smartwatches.

• 15 Best New Android Apps And Live Wallpapers From The Last 2 Weeks (11/20/14 - 12/1/14)

  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…

• Republic Wireless offers unlocked Moto X for $399 starting Dec. 10

  One of the best Android phones this year gets another price drop off-contract.

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• Nexus 6 back in stock on Google Play [UPDATE]

  If you've been itching for the chance to pick up an unlocked (read: full priced) Nexus 6 from the Google Play Store, more stock has finally arrived. Well, for the Midnight blue 32GB version anyway. Purchase link provided below. UPDATE: Annnnnnnnnd… it's gone. That was quick. [Nexus 6 on Google…

• Microsoft Buys Mobile Email App Developer Accompli To Give Its Own Cross-Platform Efforts A Shot In The Arm

  In a move that shows Microsoft's interest in improving its products for rival platforms, the company has acquired Accompli, a developer whose email client is available for both Android and iOS. Accompli, as the app is also called, triages your inbox, giving priority to the messages that may be…

• Here's how you can cash-in on Motorola's insane Cyber Monday deal ($140 off) for the 2014 Moto X

  Motorola is running a great promotion for Cyber Monday today, if you haven't heard. They're chopping $140 off a no-contract Moto X 2014, bringing the prime time performer to just $369. Here's how you can get in on it.

• Firefox 34 arrives with Firefox Hello video chat, revamped search, and Chromecast tab mirroring from Android

  Firefox 34 is out.

• IDC: Windows market share doubles by 2018, iOS/Android still in charge

  Here's an interesting statistic you may not have seen coming: Windows Phone is expected to double their global market share over the next three years or so, according to IDC. In their most recent forecast, the analytics firm is noting Windows will become a more prominent player in the global…

• Microsoft buys mobile email startup Acompli

  The purchase of the iOS and Android e-mail app maker could signal that Microsoft is planning a native mobile email app for Outlook.

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• Godus arrives on Android to make you feel like a god

  After first being released on the PC and later on iOS devices, the acclaimed god game Godus has finally arrived for Android on the Google Play Store . The free-to-play game comes from developer 22cans, founded by well known designer Peter Molyneux, who pretty much invented the god game genre with…

• Motorola's $359 Moto X (2014) Cyber Monday deal is now live in the US

  As promised , Motorola has now launched the US version of its Cyber Monday online sales event, where residents can, among other things, buy the off-contract version of the 2014 Moto X for just $359, a $140 discount from its regular price.

• LG G3 on Sprint gets international Wi-Fi calling in latest update

  The LG G3 on Sprint has a new software update rolling out that adds international Wi-Fi calling to the device. Sprint G3 owners should look for software version ZV6, which should be ready for download at some point today.

• Amazon's Cyber Monday arrives, features Amazon Fire TV for $69

  Amazon is putting on a pretty nice deal for their multimedia set-top box if you're not interested in something like the Nexus Player or a Chromecast. The Amazon Fire TV is $69 for Cyber Monday, a cool $30 off its original price tag of $99.

• Combat holiday stress with Buddhify 2 for Android, iOS

  One of the best mindfulness-meditation apps gets better with more content and, finally, a new Android version.

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• iPhone just beat Android again where it matters most

  The iPhone wasn't just one of the most coveted gadgets during the huge Black Friday sales event this year, but along with other iOS devices, the smartphone was also used by many customers to place online orders. In its extensive 2014 Digital Index Online Shopping report, Adobe has revealed that…

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• [Deal Alert] Motorola's Cyber Monday Deal Is Live—$359 Moto X Pure Edition, $0.01 On-Contract Verizon Moto X, And 30% Off Accessories

  The hour is upon us, but it may be more like the minute . Motorola is accepting sign-ups for its Cyber Monday Moto X deal , and it's sure to go very, very fast. It's supposed to run from 11AM CST to 5PM CST, but supplies are limited. It's also a US-only deal. Just zip over to the…

• Netflix announces return date for House of Cards

  Netflix has announced that it's popular drama House of Cards will be returning for its third season on Friday, February 27, 2015. The announcement consists of a short video posted to Twitter, which features Frank and his wife Claire ascending stairs onto Air Force One, followed by the date.