Saturday, April 13, 2013

Android Phone Fans

Android Phone Fans

Motorola X Phone delayed – will launch sometime in August or later [RUMOR]

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 05:11 PM PDT

Given that the fabled Motorola X Phone is nothing but rumor at this point — actually, we did get a quick glimpse at an alleged prototype a few weeks back — I find it funny that a phone with absolutely no release date can be “delayed.” Apparently that’s the case if PhoneArena’s latest rumor holds [...]

Colorful OtterBox Defender and Commuter cases now available for the HTC One

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 04:08 PM PDT

After coming soon pages went live back in February, OtterBox’s popular line of Commuter and Defenders cases are now officially available for the HTC One. Sure, the HTC One definitely isn’t the most fragile smartphone ever constructed, but we wont blame you if you want to get a head start on protecting your investment. And [...]

Gameloft releases new Dungeon Hunter 4 trailer – coming soon to Android devices [VIDEO]

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 02:35 PM PDT

It was towards the tail-end of March that we saw a teaser for the upcoming Dungeon Hunter 4, and it gave us a quick glimpse at what Gameloft had in store for the latest sequel in the franchise. Following the official launch of the button-mashing-extravaganza on iOS, we now have a full trailer, complete with [...]

HTC One spoofs the Bachelorette as she looks for the next phone to become her one true love [VIDEO]

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 01:57 PM PDT

When it comes to the HTC One, it seems HTC could be thinking outside the box when it comes to marketing their upcoming flagship in fun new ways. Sure, they took the HTC One X on a sexy skydiving photo shoot, but that didn’t exactly bring the lulz. Now, HTC is enlisting the help of [...]

Facebook Home now available — what are your early thoughts? [POLL]

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 12:25 PM PDT

It’s Friday, folks, and Facebook has finally released Facebook Home in the Google Play Store. As its name implies, Facebook Home strives to become your next home-screen replacement, giving you all things Facebook as soon as you press that power button on your phone. It’s quite the interesting experience, one we’ve already gotten to play [...]

The PhonePad+ turns your Samsung smartphones into tablets for £149.99

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 10:24 AM PDT

ASUS made some pretty epic strides in the smartphone-tablet hybrid game with the Padfone combination, but you soon won’t need to own an ASUS smartphone in order to get that same sort of experience. Introducing the PhonePad+, an accessory designed to turn many smartphones into a tablet with a very nice and practical design. It’s [...]

German court invalidates Samsung 3G patent in latest Apple victory

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 10:06 AM PDT

Samsung’s plan to win injunctions against the sale of certain Apple products in Europe backfired when a German judge not only ruled in the iPhone-makers favor, but also rendered the 3G patents in question invalid. Samsung was accusing Apple of infringing upon a wireless patent for a “turbo encoding/decoding device and method for processing farm [...]

Facebook Messenger update brings Chat Heads to all, no Facebook Home needed

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 08:53 AM PDT

Facebook Home will be available for a select group of Android handsets today, but in the meantime check out a new update for Facebook Messenger. It enables the new Chat Head pop-up messaging windows on most devices, no need for Home. And while it acts independently, it still brings the same functionality we saw showcased [...]

Sprint nabs exclusive purple Galaxy S3, available now for $99

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 08:12 AM PDT

Today Sprint has begun offering the Samsung Galaxy S3 in an exclusive Amethyst Purple color option. With the Galaxy S4 right around the corner, the carrier is looking to squeeze every last ounce out of the GS3 before bidding it a fond farewell. The purple edition will be available as a 16GB model only and [...]

Latest Google Keep update enables Google Drive sync, homescreen and lockscreen widgets

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 08:00 AM PDT

There is an update available for Google Keep that brings about several new features for users of Google’s fledgling note taking service. Some of the most notable additions to the app include the ability to sync Keep with Google Drive, as well as the ability to jot down quick notes directly from homescreen and lockscreen [...]

HTC First now available from AT&T

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 06:16 AM PDT

Say hello to your new Facebook Home. The first phone to ship with the social network’s custom Android launcher is now available for purchase as an AT&T exclusive. The HTC First is priced at $99 and available in four color, including black, red, white, and pale blue. For the price you get a handset powered [...]

Hacker hijacks plane remotely with an Android smartphone

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 06:10 AM PDT

Here’s a nightmare scenario: you’re on a dream vacation to Paris, the flight seems to be going smoothly. But then the pilot realizes the plane is circling over China, drastically off course. Only later is it revealed that a hijacker has remotely accessed the plane’s systems and plotted a new destination, all from a basic [...]

UK investigating ‘freemium’ games targeted at kids, could land Google Play in hot water

Posted: 12 Apr 2013 05:37 AM PDT

The UK’s Office of Fair Trading has a bone to pick with so-called ‘freemium’ apps targeted at children. It’s no secret that more than a few parents have been shocked to find a massive bill after leaving their kids to their own devices, mommy or daddy’s smartphone in hand. The OFT is now looking into [...]

ES File Explorer 3 now available in “Public Test” version via Google Play

Posted: 11 Apr 2013 07:49 PM PDT

While I wouldn’t go as far as saying ES File Explorer is one of the ugliest file managers around… let’s just say it was never going to win any beauty pageants. Good news, the developer is looking to change that in the latest version dubbed ES File Explorer 3. While not officially ready to make [...]
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