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- 21 Android wallpapers for Spring 2013
- HTC Myst details confirmed for rumored Facebook phone
- In Brief: 8 Android-related things you should know (March 8, 2013)
- Google planning to cut 10% of Motorola’s workforce
- Sony Xperia L information leaked, coming soon?
- Google Nexus 7 dock now available at Play Store
- V-Moda Crossfade M-100 review
| 21 Android wallpapers for Spring 2013 Posted: 08 Mar 2013 12:13 PM PST Looking to change up your Android home screen? It doesn’t get much easier than swapping out the wallpaper; it’s one of the quickest ways to breath new life into the mobile experience. We recently began curating a collection of wallpapers for you, dear reader, and are only too happy to share the goods! We’ll be adding to the collection on a regular basis and will occasionally highlight a theme or specific artist’s work we really appreciate. This collection of wallpapers is based around the common theme of Spring 2013. We’ll most likely have a second or third series for this season as we found many incredible wallpapers we’d like to share.
Click here to see our entire collection of wallpapers. Note that the wallpaper page may go through a few changes over the coming weeks and that your experience should improve with each update. If you see something that you think we’d like to share, drop us a line. What’s more, if you have created some wallpapers of your own and want help in spreading the word, we’re your guys. SEE ALSO
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| HTC Myst details confirmed for rumored Facebook phone Posted: 08 Mar 2013 11:05 AM PST
New details hitting Unwired View today line up nearly spec-for-spec on early rumored hardware for the upcoming HTC Myst. Also known as a Facebook phone, this is about as close as we’ll get to another handset dedicated to the social platform. It’s not quite clear when the HTC Myst will arrive however the phone appears to be locked for a 4.3-inch 720P HD display, dual-core 1.5GHz processor, 1GB RAM, and 5-megapixel rear camera. The front side will feature a 1.6-megapixel camera and the Myst will also get the standard fare of connectivity (LTE and HSPA as well). Of course, the HTY Myst should also come pre-loaded with Facebook, Facebook Mesenger, and Instagram. The post HTC Myst details confirmed for rumored Facebook phone appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| In Brief: 8 Android-related things you should know (March 8, 2013) Posted: 08 Mar 2013 10:08 AM PST In Brief is a compilation of notifications, rumors, photos, videos, infographics, 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 it a grab-bag of Android goodies. If you have something that you think is worth a mention on AndroidGuys, be sure to reach out to us via our contact page. This week features XSEED’S Ark of the Ages, A Sir Lancelot's Armor kickstarter project, the Embrace+ smart bracelet, Tango celebrates 100 million users, Norton for your phone, SafeApp Mobility for developers, and much, much more!
Let’s start this week off right. Have you been looking for a fun and inexpensive RPG to play during those long and tedious meetings at work? (I mean in your free time, of course.) XSEED Games released their company's first mobile title, Ark of the Ages, for Android devices via Google Play this week. For just $1.99, players will dive deep into a series of mysterious dungeons in search of loot, prosperity, and furious battle. For more information, fan can visit http://www.arkoftheages.com.
Have you ever found yourself so furious that you decided to throw your phone in a fit of rage across the room? If so, this next idea won’t help, but it could become useful if you have a problem with screens cracking or chipping! Sir Lancelot's Armor is looking for generous people to help them with their next project, The Holy Grail Series of screen protectors. If you’ve been looking for a screen protector that is easy to install, bubble free, and almost impossible to scratch, then Sir Lancelot's Armor thinks they have the solution. Go to http://kck.st/YBfWID to check out their kickstarter project!
How often do you find yourself looking at your phone or tablet? If you are like me, it is a lot. Almost to the point of addiction. Thanks to two guys in Seattle, continuously checking your device may become a thing of the past. They have come up with a device called EMBRACE+, a notification bracelet for iPhone and Android. Users simply download the EMBRACE+ app on their smartphone, customize alerts, and wear the smart notification bracelet. The bracelet will then light up and notify users of calls, emails, text messages, activity on social networks, calendar events and more while they lead their busy lives. To purchase a prototype or help these guys with their kickstarter campaign, check out http://bit.ly/EmbraceKS.
On Thursday, Tango announced it had passed 100 million members registered across the multiple platforms and devices it supports. That is 100 million users who are sending free text messages, playing games, and making free phone and video calls with others. Congrats to Tango on this huge milestone!
Remember how fast your device ran when you first got it? Then you added all those cool new games and apps and realized the honeymoon was over. Well, thanks to Norton by Symantec, you can easily maintain and keep in control of your mobile device with Resource Hog and Madware Monitor. Resource Hog evaluates apps based on power and memory usage, and with Madware Monitor, users can search for an app and determine the "Potential Annoyance Level" for each. For more info on these free widgets, check out this video with Dave Kim, senior product manager of mobile products at Norton by Symantec.
Mobile app privacy is a huge issue, and many are starting to voice their concerns. App users are becoming more reluctant when it comes to downloading apps because they worry about the security of their personal information. Thanks to SafeApp Mobility, Inc. those concerns can hopefully be muted as they announced the availability of the SafeApp Certificate, a simple, affordable certification process developers can use to show users their app is safe to download and use. Certification is free for those Android apps with less than 100,000 users (approximately 99% of all Android apps), and priced competitively for others. Visit www.safeappmobility.com to check it out.
Let’s forget about the serious stuff for a moment and get back to games. On Wednesday, Kiloo Games, in partnership with SYBO Games, released Subway Surfer’s. This game is the first to take AAA game developers with console and PC backgrounds and pair them with a team that has free-to-play mobile development experience. So far, it looks like it works. With 130 million downloads and 25 million daily active users, as well as retention rates that are triple the industry average, this game has hit a milestone for sure. Subway Surfers is available for free on iOS, Android and Amazon.
And to wrap things up, let’s talk about wireless connectivity. How many times have you been stuck with no internet or a slow mobile connection? Even now-a-days it is still a major issue. On Monday, Open Garden rolled out a completely new release of its groundbreaking software application that distributes mobile Wi-Fi access anywhere, anytime. Open Garden 2.0 leverages multiple devices and Wi-Fi connections and uses all available internet signals at the same time to deliver a consistent mobile internet connection. So how much does it cost? That is the best part. Open Garden 2.0 is available free of charge in Google Play, and anyone can download Open Garden for Android, Mac, or Windows at http://opengarden.com.
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| Google planning to cut 10% of Motorola’s workforce Posted: 08 Mar 2013 09:30 AM PST When Google bought Motorola Mobility for $12.5 billion, there was a bit of hope in the air that Motorola Mobility would rise again. Unfortunately, things are not going according to the plan. Results seem to be getting tougher to swallow at the end of every quarter. Last August, Google laid off 4,000 Motorola employees – around 20% of workforce, but now Google is planning to lay off 10% of global workforce. At least 1,200 employees from China, India and the USA will be let go, reports WSJ.
We don’t know what else is coming ahead for Motorola Mobility, but we hope it is good for both Motorola and Google. We’ve heard that Google’s Motorola X-Phone will be a ‘game changer’ and will be one of the best Android flagship phones. Google I/O is around the corner, where we expect to see the X-Phone and its ‘wow’ factor. What do you think about Google’s Motorola future? Tell us about it in the comment box below. Source: AFP The post Google planning to cut 10% of Motorola’s workforce appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Sony Xperia L information leaked, coming soon? Posted: 08 Mar 2013 09:00 AM PST Sony is taking smartphone business very seriously this year, and have introduced some amazing Android powered devices. Take for instance the Xperia Z and ZL, and the super thin and sexy Sony Xperia Tablet Z. All great stuff. It seems Sony is not planning to let up as they hope to set a very solid name in the Android market. Rumor has it that Sony is planning to launch the Sony Xperia L, a phone with a 1GHz dual-core processor and Adreno 305 graphics processor. Xperia Blog is reporting that it will come with a Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean, 4.3-inch FWVGA resolution (480 x 854) display, 8MP Exmor RS camera sensor, 8GB of internal storage, microSD memory card support, a 1700mAh capacity battery, with dimensions of 128.7 x 65 x 9.7mm. Sony might launch it along with the Sony Xperia SP, although it is not confirmed at the moment. In the meantime, tell us what you think about Sony’s performance so far in 2013 the comment box below. Source: Xperia blog The post Sony Xperia L information leaked, coming soon? appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Google Nexus 7 dock now available at Play Store Posted: 08 Mar 2013 08:30 AM PST The Nexus 7 has been around for the better part of a year now and is one of the best affordable tablets you can get. We saw the first glimpse of the official Nexus 7 dock and other accessories, and earlier this year, we had some thorough information about the dock as well.
If you are planning to grab one of these, hit this link and order your dock now. Via: Phandroid The post Google Nexus 7 dock now available at Play Store appeared first on AndroidGuys. |
| Posted: 06 Mar 2013 03:57 PM PST I don’t think I’ve ever considered a pair of headphones to be anything other than mere audio accessories before, but upon opening the Crossfade M-100 from V-Moda, sexy is the only word that came to mind.
The sound is incredibly lush. The dynamic range is well represented via the Crossfade’s terrifically effective noise isolating cans. Often, when reviewing headphones or audio accessories, I find that the lows are lacking while the highs sizzle, or that the mids are muddy while the bass is overpowering. These are tuned to near-perfection — clear, wide, and precise. Featuring a 50MM dual-diaphragm driver, ergo soft memory foam, and a collapsible “cliqfold” hinge — they’re comfortable, unobtrusive, and durable. Heading to V-Moda’s site will give you more details on how to customize the interchangeable metal shield kits, something I’m content to do without. I do, however, find myself defaulting to the included SpeakEasy cable for phone-calls and immediately fell in love with the exoskeleton hard case (also included). If you’d rather share your music with others than make and receive phone calls, V-Moda has also included their SharePlay audio cable that allows you to do just that. Are these probably going to marketed heavily (if not strictly) to the audiophile crowd? Sure, but allow me to be blunt : For my money (and that’s ~$300), these are THE BEST over-ear headphones on the market. Technical Details
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While I don’t proclaim to have anything other than a perfunctory level of knowledge about firearms, these headphones immediately elicited thoughts of the craftsmanship and attention to build quality that I assume goes into a well-made Smith & Wesson. Now that that’s out of my system, I won’t subject you to cheesy puns about how the sound blasts your eardrums or that you should pull the trigger and buy them — I just wanted to let you know that they’re gorgeously well-made, not the least bit gaudy, and light enough to be everyday practical. I was fortunate enough to get my hands on the matte black color option, complete with Kevlar cabling, metal accents, and military-grade (MIL-STD-810) quality testing.| You are subscribed to email updates from AndroidGuys To stop receiving these emails, you may unsubscribe now. | Email delivery powered by Google |
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