Add a bit of Google Play design to your homescreen with PlayBar UCCW
Want to change your home screen up just a smidge? Here’s a great app we just discovered called PlayBar UCCW. As the title suggests, it is a pack of pre-designed widgets that work within Ultimate Custom Widget (UCCW). The bundle features access to a handful of the …
Google+ for Android version 42 features released
The most recent post on the Google Plus development blog is showing off the latest version of G+ for android, version 42. The update includes major improvements to photo handling, such as: Auto Backup, to safely and privately store your photos as you snap them …
New details trickle in for Verizon’s XFON
The picture grows a little bit clearer today for the Verizon edition of the so-called X Phone/XFON as new details have surfaced. Thanks to the team at Droid Life we now have an understanding as to what model number and basic specs to look forward …
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First video call from peak of Mt Everest made on an HTC One
British explorer Daniel Hughes accomplished a tremendous feat – climbing to the top of Mt. Everest. So, what’s such an adventurer to do once he’s hit the top? Whip out his HTC One and make a video call, of course. His video call to BBC …
Review: Rocksteady XS portable micro Bluetooth speaker
Recently, I have been looking for a portable speaker to replace the old Panasonic ones I have had around for years. I want something that is powerful, easy to use, and of course reasonably priced (and yes, more modern too.) After going through a few …
Images provide first look at ruggedized Samsung Galaxy S4 Active
The first images of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S4 have leaked online, giving us a look at how the device might look for the rugged smartphone. Photos, obtained by GSMArena, show the handset as having three hardware buttons as well as a stronger, reinforced shell. …
Samsung slip outs Galaxy S4 Mega
A recently updated Samsung WatchON Android app update may have accidentally leaked three upcoming smartphones. As you can see from the accompanying image, the short term future could reveal a Samsung Galaxy S4 Mega, S4 Mini and S4 Active. While the Galaxy S4 Mini and Galaxy S4 …
Rumors: HTC “Senseless” edition may be coming this summer, Android 4.2 finally coming to the HTC One?
As most HTC One users can yell you, the much anticipated high-end phone is really lagging behind when it comes to which Android version it is running. The One should have come out of the box with Android 4.2 when it was released, however it …
Potential Nexus Q successor spied in FCC docs
A potential Nexus Q successor was recently spotted in FCC documents suggesting that Google could be making headway in the Google Play-centric device. Listed as an “H840 Device”, the H2G2-42 was found to feature Wi-Fi (a/b/g/n) support, a USB port, and separate power supply. Documents …
5-inch Sony Xperia UL introduced for Japan
Sony announced on Monday that Japanese carriers will soon offer the Xperia UL, a 5-inch 1080p HD experience. Specifications include a 1.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro, 2GB RAM, a 2300mAH battery, 16GB internal storage, a 13-megapixel rear camera, and front-facing 3.1-megapixel camera. As is the …
NVIDIA Shield pre-orders are now live
So excited about selling the NVIDIA Shield are retailers that they have begun offering pre-orders early. Effective immediately, you can place an order for the gaming console/controller/Android device through places like Newegg, GameStop, and NVIDIA. Gamers look to Gamestop as their defacto gaming destination,” said Joe …
Sony Xperia UL pictures and specs leaked: 5-inch display and Snapdragon 600 CPU
Back in March we reported that Sony was looking to add to their Xperia line, and today we have confirmation on one of the devices. Although the Sony Xperia UL has yet to be officially unveiled, the folks over at CNMO have published the first live pictures of …
In Brief: A few android-related things you should know (May 17, 2013)
In Brief is a compilation of notifications, rumors, and Android-related news tidbits which, for whatever reason, did not end up with a post of its own on AndroidGuys. These are things that we still feel are worth knowing, even if in a passing manner. Consider …
Review: Divoom Bluetune Solo bluetooth portable speaker
If you’re looking for a killer Bluetooth speaker with big sound for a small price, look no further. The Bluetune Solo from Divoom includes: Small, compact and sturdy build Wireless play from up to 10 meters away Built-in microphone for hands-free calls 8-hour rechargeable battery …
Archos intros 3G-ready 80 Xenon tablet
The 8-inch tablet is SIM unlocked for HSPA, arrives in June.
